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A two-day trip through Aomori and Akita prefectures, exploring the stunning autumn foliage of Oirase Stream and the serene beauty of Lake Towada, including a stay at a lakeside hotel.

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Plan · 9 places · Aomori, Japan

Oirase Stream Autumn Hike & Lake Towada Stay

“This video covers a two-day trip starting from Aomori Station, exploring the Oirase Stream's autumn beauty, visiting several waterfalls and scenic spots, and concluding with a stay at a lakeside hotel in Lake Towada.”

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Aomori Station
Train station · Aomori
4.0 (9,309)
Creator's voice
The main transportation hub in Aomori City, where you can catch buses to popular destinations like Oirase Stream. Be prepared for long queues during peak autumn foliage season.
Aomori Station, 1-chōme-1 Yanakawa, Aomori, 038-0012, Japan
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Ishigedo Rest Area
Souvenir store · Towada
4.1 (6)Open · until 5 PM
Creator's voice
The only rest area along Oirase Stream that sells goods, making it a popular and often crowded spot for visitors. It's a good place to take a break and grab a snack.
Ishigedo Kyuukeijo Rest Area, 1-12 Okuse, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Makadoiwa
Scenic spot · Towada
4.2Closed
Creator's voice
A large, distinctive rock formation along Oirase Stream, said to have been a hideout for a female bandit in ancient legends. It's about a 30-minute walk from Ishigedo.
Makado Rock, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Makado Bridge
bridge · Towada
Makado Bridge, Okuse, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Ashura-no-nagare Stream
Tourist attraction · Towada
4.6Open now
Creator's voice
Known as the iconic symbol of Oirase Stream, this section features very strong and dynamic water flow, creating a powerful and beautiful scene amidst the autumn leaves. Every angle offers a picturesque view.
Ashura no Nagare, Okuse, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Kumoi Falls
Scenic spot · Towada
4.5Closed
Creator's voice
A 20-meter high waterfall, one of the most famous along Oirase Stream. You can get very close to the base of the falls to feel its power. It's approximately 2.8 km from Ishigedo, taking about 1.5 hours to walk.
Kumoi-no-taki Waterfall, Okuse, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Choshi Big Falls
Scenic spot · Towada
4.5 (6,982)Closed
Choshi Falls, Oirase Okuse, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Lake Towada
Lake
4.4
Creator's voice
Japan's 12th largest and 3rd deepest caldera lake, spanning both Aomori and Akita prefectures with an area of approximately 60 square kilometers. It offers stunning sunset views and a peaceful atmosphere.
Lake Towada, Japan
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Lake View Hotel
Lake · Semboku
4.4
Creator's voice
A hotel located on the Akita Prefecture side of Lake Towada, offering lake views from its rooms. The lobby features beautiful doll decorations. The hotel offers a double room with dinner and breakfast for ¥34,000, which was reduced to ¥24,000 with a national travel subsidy.
Lake Tazawa, Semboku, Akita, Japan
- Twin Room — A twin room with two single beds, a sofa, and two chairs. The lighting was a bit dim, but the room offered a view of Lake Towada. The central air conditioning only allowed for fan speed adjustment (strong, medium, weak, off), not temperature control.
- Full-length mirror — A full-length mirror located right inside the room entrance.
- Wardrobe — A wardrobe for storing clothes.
- Bathroom — The bathroom features a dry/wet separation, with a separate toilet and a bathtub/shower area. The fixtures show some age.
- Toilet — A separate toilet with a bidet function.
- Bathtub/Shower — A bathtub with a shower, provided with shampoo and body wash, but no conditioner.
- Roasted green tea — Two packets of roasted green tea were provided in the room.
- Matcha — Two packets of matcha were provided in the room.
- Dried plum — Two packets of dried plums were provided, which the creator noted was unusual for hotel amenities.
- Sewing kit — A small sewing kit, useful for unexpected clothing repairs.
- Yukata & Towels — Yukata (Japanese robes) and towels, including a toothbrush and toothpaste, were provided for guests.
- Dinner set menu — A lavish dinner set menu featuring a variety of dishes, including a double crab set with snow crab legs and a whole hairy crab, pork sukiyaki, sashimi, sushi, and appetizers. The creator noted the appetizers were delicious but wished a menu with detailed names was provided.
- Snow crab legs — Part of the double crab set, these snow crab legs were easy to peel and delicious.
- Hairy crab — A whole hairy crab, part of the double crab set. The creator's first time eating a whole crab, noting it had a rich, savory flavor, especially the crab paste.
- Pork sukiyaki — Pork sukiyaki served in a personal pot. The creator found the pork a bit tough after cooking it for too long.
- Mini cakes — Small cakes, including a matcha-flavored one, served as dessert. The creator found the matcha cake's flavor a bit strong.
- Breakfast buffet — A Japanese-style breakfast buffet with a limited variety of common dishes, including sausages, vegetables, salads, yogurt, and bread. The highlight was the natural yeast bread made from domestic flour, available in pumpkin and grain flavors. The creator felt the breakfast was quite ordinary compared to dinner.
- Apple yokan · ¥450 — A sweet bean jelly (yokan) flavored with apple, containing real apple fruit. Price: ¥450.
- Honey · ¥1900 — A bottle of honey, 250g. Price: ¥1,900.
- Garlic flakes — Garlic flakes from Aomori Prefecture, suitable for cooking.
- Akita dog wagashi — Traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) from Akita, featuring cute Akita dog designs.
- Aomori corn — Corn from Aomori Prefecture.
- Wakasagi toboba · ¥350 — Dried small fish (wakasagi) from Lake Towada. Price: ¥350.
- Akita dog pouch — A cute pouch featuring an Akita dog design, with 'Akita' written on the back.

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Oirase Stream
Nature preserve · Towada
4.7 (216)
Creator's voice
A stunning mountain stream known for its vibrant autumn foliage, especially from mid-October to early November. The stream has a single walking path alongside it, offering beautiful views of the rapids and waterfalls. Be aware that some sections of the path are narrow and run alongside the road, so caution is advised. Bear sightings have also been reported in the area.
Oirase keiryū Gorge, 奥入瀬川 Oirase Okuse, Towada, Aomori 034-0301, Japan
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Towadako Station
Train station · Towada
3.4 (51)
Japan, 〒034-0301 Aomori, Towada, JR Bus Towadako Station, 奥瀬十和田湖畔休屋４８６

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