Chokan-dai

The Chokai Viewing Platform is located in the northern Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Positioned at the highest point of the Ryuho Line, the platform offers a 360-degree view. To the north, you can see Hokkaido, while to the south, you can see mountains such as Mt. Iwaki. You can also look down on Ryuhi Cape, and beyond that lies the beautiful Hokkaido. The platform is located at an altitude of 475 meters, providing stunning views of the Ryuhi Cape, Gongen Cape, Mt. Iwaki, Lake Jusanko, Mt. Hakkoda, Mutsu Bay, the sunset sinking into the Sea of Japan, and the fishing fires that fill the horizon. The stunning scenery and beautiful nature are sure to enchant any traveler who visits.

The Observatory is located at the highest point of the Ryuho Line and is a lookout point. The Ryuho Line is Route 339, which runs from Kotomari to the tip of the Tsugaru Peninsula, Ryuho Cape, and the Observatory is located along this scenic drive road. The winding road is about 20km long and allows you to enjoy beautiful scenery such as the Sea of Japan, Lake Jusanko, and Mt. Iwaki while driving. This road is known as a refreshing road where you can drive non-stop without traffic lights. The Observatory and Ryuho Line are popular tourist destinations that attract visitors. From the Observatory, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Hokkaido and Ryuho Cape, and while driving the Ryuho Line, you can fully enjoy the beauty of nature. Please enjoy a trip where you can fully experience the charm of the Observatory and Ryuho Line in Kitatsugaru-gun!

From the observatory located in Kotoura, Tsugaru district, Aomori prefecture, you can also enjoy the sunset. The observatory is located in Kotomari and offers a panoramic view of Ryuho Cape. From this observatory, you can see as far as Hokkaido and enjoy the scenery of the sunset sinking into the sea. The sunset from the observatory is known as an attractive tourist spot where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and the moment when the sun sets. When visiting Tsugaru district, please enjoy the wonderful sunset at the observatory!

The Seikan Tunnel Memorial Hall is located in Higashitsugaru District, Aomori Prefecture, and showcases the construction process of the Seikan Tunnel, the world's longest undersea tunnel connecting Aomori Prefecture and Hokkaido. The tunnel, which pierces through the depths of 240 meters beneath the Tsugaru Strait, took 42 years to complete under harsh conditions. Inside the memorial hall, visitors can experience the full picture of the Seikan Tunnel dynamically through sound and video, informational panels, and three-dimensional models. It's recommended to visit the observatory deck and the memorial hall together!

Ryuho Cape is a point that juts out into the Tsugaru Strait at the northernmost tip of the Tsugaru Peninsula. It is part of the Tsugaru Quasi-National Park and boasts a beautiful natural landscape. You can even see as far as Hokkaido across the Tsugaru Strait. Ryuho Cape, which is part of the Tsugaru Quasi-National Park, features natural landscapes such as Mount Shirakami, which is part of the Shirakami Mountains, the Twelve Lakes including Aoike, and the Bense Wetlands. Mt. Iwaki (Tsugaru Fuji) is also located nearby. Ryuho Cape offers stunning views of beautiful nature. There is also a unique road called the "Stairway National Highway" where cars cannot pass through. There are also tourist spots such as the Ryuho Cape Lighthouse and the Tsugaru Strait Winter Scenery Song Monument. The area around Ryuho Cape is accessible via National Route 339 and you can enjoy the scenery while driving. Why not visit the observation deck and enjoy sightseeing together?