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Yumiko Sato

Yumiko is a Japanese writer and board-certified music therapist. She writes about cultural topics at Discover Japan. She's currently a resident of Aomori, and she recently published her first book, “Last Song.” Yumiko was born in Fukushima and grew up in various parts of Japan. At the age of 19 she left Japan to pursue her education in the U.S. She practiced as a hospice music therapist in Cincinnati, Ohio for 10 years before returning home to Japan in 2013, where she now continues her practice.

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Castles

Tohoku Resorts

Sakura in Hirosaki City

Hirosaki is a city in western Aomori Prefecture known for its beautiful castle and cherry blossoms. The city holds a Cherry Blossom Festival every year from April 23 to May 5.

Shrines

Tohoku Resorts

Japan's Most Beautiful Armor Rests in Aomori

Kushihiki Hachiman-gu is a historical shrine in Hachinohe, Aomori, dating back to 1166. It's considered the most prestigious shrine built by the Nambu Clan, a samurai clan originating in northern Japan.

Autumn Colors

Hokkaido

Autumn Starts in Daisetsuzan

The first place where you find leaves turning color in Japan is Hokkaido's Daisetsuzan National Park.

Onsen

Fukushima

Onsen Myths of Fukushima

Onsen are an important part of Japanese culture, and they’re one of the things I missed the most while living in the U.S.