Aomori Prefecture boasts a variety of festivals year-round.
It is known widely for the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, one of the Three Great Festivals of Tōhoku [ja].
[1] During late April hanami festivals are held across the prefecture, with the most prominent of the festivals being located on the grounds of Hirosaki Castle.
[2][3] Summer and autumn hold many distinct festivals with bright lights, floats, dancing and music.
[4] Winter is centered on snow festivals where attendees can view ice sculptures and enjoy local cuisine inside an ice hut.