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Kuroishi, Municipal center in Aomori Prefecture, Japan

Kuroishi extends across 217 square kilometers between Hirosaki City and the Hakkoda Mountains, featuring numerous shops and residential districts within its boundaries.

The region transformed from Tsugaru clan territory to an independent domain in 1809, leading to the establishment of the current municipality on July 1, 1954.

The Nakamachi neighborhood contains a preserved covered shopping arcade from 1656, recognized as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.

Visitors can access tourist information at the multilingual center located at 187 Midorimachi, which provides free Wi-Fi, parking, and barrier-free facilities.

During August 15th and 16th, 3,000 participants perform the centuries-old Kuroishi Yosare Bon dance through the city streets.

Location: Aomori Prefecture

Inception: July 1, 1954

Shares border with: Aomori, Hirakawa, Fujisaki, Inakadate

Website: http://city.kuroishi.aomori.jp

GPS coordinates: 40.64261,140.59464

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:01

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