Tatsuhisa Point

Ryufuzaki is a tourist spot that boasts the fusion of magnificent ocean views and history. It is located at the northernmost tip of the Tsugaru Peninsula and is known as a cape that juts out into the Tsugaru Strait. The area around Ryufuzaki is filled with the beauty of nature, and it has been selected as one of "Japan's Top 100 Hidden Scenic Spots." From Ryufuzaki, which overlooks the Tsugaru Strait, you can enjoy a magnificent view that extends as far as Hokkaido on a clear day. In addition, this area is mentioned in Dazai Osamu's travelogue "Tsugaru" and is depicted as a fishing village with the Ryufu settlement. Therefore, you can also feel its historical value. Why not experience the fusion of magnificent ocean views and history at Ryufuzaki?

The Ryu-Fu-Zaki Lighthouse in Ryu-Fu-Zaki, located at the tip of the Tsugaru Peninsula, is a large white circular lighthouse. The surrounding area is designated as the Tsugaru Quasi-National Park and is known for its beautiful scenery. The Ryu-Fu-Zaki Lighthouse is located in a place where you can see the Tsugaru Strait all the way to Hokkaido, along with its beautiful landscape. The magnificent view of the Tsugaru Strait from this lighthouse will be an impressive experience for travelers. In addition, Ryu-Fu-Zaki itself is known as a tourist spot selected as one of "Japan's Top 100 Hidden Treasures," and as part of that, the Ryu-Fu-Zaki Lighthouse is also worth visiting. The Ryu-Fu-Zaki Lighthouse is a wonderful tourist spot located at the tip of Ryu-Fu-Zaki, where you can overlook the Tsugaru Strait. Travelers can enjoy the natural beauty and historical charm of Ryu-Fu-Zaki while enjoying the view from this lighthouse. When visiting Higashi-Tsugaru-gun, Aomori Prefecture, be sure to visit the Ryu-Fu-Zaki Lighthouse!

At Ryuho Cape, famous for the song "Tsugaru Kaikyo Fuyugeshiki," there is a monument to the famous singer Ishikawa Sayuri's song "Tsugaru Kaikyo Fuyugeshiki." The monument is located on a hill overlooking the Tsugaru Strait, and when you press a button, the second verse of the song, "Goran are ga Ryuho-misaki kita no hazure to..." plays. You can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Tsugaru Strait while immersing yourself in the world of this famous song. Ryuho Cape, where the monument is located, became widely known for Ishikawa Sayuri's song "Tsugaru Kaikyo Fuyugeshiki," and the monument was built to commemorate the hit song and as a new tourist spot. The Cape of Wind, famous for "Tsugaru Kaikyo Fuyugeshiki," is located at the northernmost tip of the Tsugaru Peninsula and is an attractive tourist spot where you can enjoy the magnificent scenery and strong sea breeze of the Tsugaru Strait. For visitors, it's an opportunity to experience the beautiful natural environment and breathtaking scenery while touching the famous song of Ishikawa Sayuri.

Tatsunokuchi is an area where Japan's only "stairway highway" exists. This section of National Route 339 is only for pedestrians and cannot be used by cars or motorcycles. The 388.2-meter-long stairway highway connects the entrance to Tatsunokuchi Lighthouse and Tatsunokuchi Fishing Port, and is listed in Aomori Prefecture's tourist information as a local tourist spot. The stairway highway has a height difference of about 70 meters, allowing you to quickly descend a scenic path, but the return climb may be a bit challenging. There is a surreal blue triangular sign in front of the stairs, and there are also national highway signs, boldly advertising its existence. In addition, there are many attractive spots around Tatsunokuchi, such as Tatsunokuchi Lighthouse and the former Okutani Ryokan where Dazai Osamu stayed. Tatsunokuchi's stairway highway is a rare pedestrian-only national highway and a famous spot where you can enjoy a scenic stroll, so why not visit Tatsunokuchi and enjoy sightseeing together?

The Dazai Osamu Memorial Museum "Shayoukan" is a mansion built to honor the literary master Dazai Osamu. The building was constructed by Dazai's father, Tsushima Gen'emon, two years before Dazai was born in 1907, during the Meiji period. The mansion is a mix of Japanese and Western styles, with Aomori cypress used even in the rice storehouse, giving it a solid and heavy feel. It was named "Shayoukan" after Dazai Osamu's masterpiece "Shayou" and is now open to the public as Dazai Osamu's birthplace. The memorial is a large building surrounded by a thick red brick wall located about 300 meters from Kanagi Station on the Tsugaru Railway. The castle-like appearance, reminiscent of Dazai Osamu's family history, is impressive. Inside, there are exhibits of Dazai Osamu's works, materials, and his life, allowing visitors to touch upon his literary footsteps and life. The Dazai Osamu Memorial Museum "Shayoukan" is a valuable place not only to enjoy Dazai's works but also to deeply understand his upbringing and literary background. For fans of Dazai Osamu and literature enthusiasts, it is an opportunity to feel his worldview and touch upon his fascinating works. Why not visit and enjoy sightseeing in Ryuhozaki?