Explore hidden Hachinohe with a local photographer: Tatehana Wharf morning market & coastal scenic walk
Explore hidden Hachinohe with a local photographer: Tatehana Wharf morning market & coastal scenic walk
Explore hidden Hachinohe with a local photographer: Tatehana Wharf morning market & coastal scenic walk
Highlights
- Enjoy fresh seafood and local dishes at Tatehana Wharf Morning Market. This is one of the largest markets in Japan with around 300 stalls.
- Relax on the grassy areas of Tanesashi Coast which is part of Sanriku Fukko National Park and take in the scenic coastal views.
- Walk along the Michinoku Coastal Trail while enjoying diverse local plants, dramatic cliffs and stunning natural landscapes.
- Enjoy the views from Ashigezaki Observatory that used to be a military facility.
- Savor the famous soft serve ice cream at Horon Bairu Cafe featured on television.
- Visit Kabushima Island, home to tens of thousands of black-tailed gulls whose distinctive cries have been selected as one of the "100 Sounds of Japan," and pay a visit to Kabushima Shrine.
Your Guide
Aya
About Your Guide
I love traveling abroad and have visited over 20 countries. I also have lived in New Zealand, where I studied at a language school, worked, and traveled across the country by car. Having been helped by people during my travels abroad, I love helping foreign visitors in Japan. I work as a photographer for both domestic and international clients. I am a certified Domestic Travel Operations Manager.
Aomori is famous for the cherry blossoms of Hirosaki Park and the snowy landscapes of Hakkōda but there is much more to explore. A local photographer from Hachinohe will guide you through the hidden beauty and charm of the area including spots only locals truly know. This fulfilling 3-hour morning tour will leave both your heart and stomach satisfied.
Start your day at Hachinohe's vibrant morning market where you can enjoy fresh local dishes. Next, visit Tanesashi Coast and the Michinoku Coastal Trail which are both part of Sanriku Fukko National Park. You can take a leisurely walk and enjoy the views of stunning cliffs and diverse plant life. The tour ends at Kabushima Island where tens of thousands of black-tailed gulls make their home and you can also experience the unique atmosphere of Kabushima Shrine.
This 3-hour tour offers a perfect combination of local food, breathtaking scenery, and a glimpse of the region's culture.
Schedule
Meeting Point
🚗 Guests arriving by a car: meet at the parking lot of Tatehana Wharf Morning Market. 🚃 Guests arriving by train: pick-up at Mutsuminato Station at 6:20 AM.
The operator will provide the exact meeting point after booking
Important Information
Price
¥14,000 per person
Group size
1–3 participants
Food and Drink Costs
Food and drink costs are to be paid on-site.
Transportation
Transportation during the tour will be by the guide's car, and the cost is included in the tour fee.
Weather
The schedule may be partially adjusted in case of rain.
Operating Period
Since the morning market is held every Sunday from late March to December, the tour is offered on the same schedule.
Booking Deadline
Reservations must be made at least 5 days before the tour date.
Your Guide
Aya
About Your Guide
I love traveling abroad and have visited over 20 countries. I also have lived in New Zealand, where I studied at a language school, worked, and traveled across the country by car. Having been helped by people during my travels abroad, I love helping foreign visitors in Japan. I work as a photographer for both domestic and international clients. I am a certified Domestic Travel Operations Manager.
Contact us for booking details
You can cancel up to 5 days in advance of the experience for a full refund. - For a full refund, you must cancel at least 5 days before the experience's start time. - If you cancel less than 5 days before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. - Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.
