Located in northern Japan, Aomori is the nation’s premier agricultural center. It has been the #1 produce of nagaimo since the 1970’s, and has been associated with it for centuries. With four distinct seasons, it has the perfect climate and growing conditions for nagaimo and a host of other crops, including apples, garlic and burdock root.

In addition to its rich land, Aomori is rich in natural beauty, with mountains in the interior and ocean on three sides. Tourists come to enjoy the beautiful scenery every year. In addition, the Aomori Nebuta Festival draws crowds every summer with parades, colorful lantern floats and festivities.

Please visit the websites below for more information on Aomori Prefecture or Japanese foods:

• Aomori Prefecture's English Website >>
  
  
• MAFF - Information on Japanese Foods >>