Towada

Towada is a city in Aomori Prefecture that covers a large area in northern Japan. It sits adjacent to the Hakkoda Mountains and contains portions of Lake Towada within its boundaries.

The area was transformed from barren wasteland into a military horse-breeding facility in the late 1880s. It later received official city status and continued to develop from that point forward.

The Towada Art Center displays contemporary artworks and sculptures distributed throughout the city streets. These installations shape the visual character of the place and encourage visitors to discover art in everyday surroundings.

The city connects to Tokyo via Shinkansen stations at Shichinohe-Towada and Hachinohe, with private transportation needed for local travel. Visitors should plan to use rental cars or local transport options to move around the different areas.

The region leads Japan in garlic production, with farming areas concentrated in the eastern section known as Sanbongi. This agricultural focus is a surprisingly important part of local identity and the economy.

Location: Aomori Prefecture

Inception: February 1, 1955

Shares border with: Aomori, Hirakawa, Kazuno, Kosaka, Gonohe, Shingo, Rokunohe, Shichinohe, Tohoku

Website: https://city.towada.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 40.61269,141.20586

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:23