Aomori

I booked the car in advance, and received confirmation of the pick-up location two days prior. They also provided vehicle information the day before, which gave me peace of mind. The driver arrived on time and was very professional. He even brought a sign with my name printed in both Chinese and English for easy identification. Highly recommended!

For my 2026 cherry blossom viewing trip, I flew directly from Taiwan to Hakodate. I bought ferry tickets at Kkday first, and then exchanged them for boat tickets directly at the pier – it was really convenient. The cherry blossoms at Hirosaki Castle in Aomori were in full bloom at the same time.

Starting from the west exit of Aomori, we first took a train up Mount Hakkoda. In early April, the mountain was covered in snow, with strong gusts of wind and drifting mist, creating an atmospheric effect for photos. The wind was very strong, so those going should dress warmly and bring gloves, as your hands will be stiff from the wind! 😂 Along the way, we headed towards the Oirase Stream. Hitoshi-san introduced the various scenic spots to the group, giving everyone ample time for photos and stopping at many attractions. The most memorable was the Snow Wall Corridor, which resembled a smaller version of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. We stopped at Lake Towada for lunch, where the famous Aomori chicken is worth trying. Special thanks to Hitoshi-san for his thoughtful care and arrangements for the group. You can also visit other day tours later.

Installation was easy and reception was mostly fine, except for a slightly weaker signal in remote mountainous areas, but I was very satisfied with the price.