Aomori Prefecture is renowned both throughout Japan and parts of the world for its apples. You are probably aware of the “Fuji” apple. The Fuji apple is just one of Aomori’s many delicious apple varieties. Aomori takes its apples seriously. So naturally, when it comes to apples Aomori Prefecture’s Kuroishi City isn’t fooling around either. Apples are everywhere in Kuroishi City. As soon as you get out of the city centre, there are apple trees everywhere you look. The rich, deep reds and energetic greens make for beautiful autumn scenery. Paired with Aomori’s mountains, especially the tremendous Mt. Iwaki, you have an authentic Japanese countryside experience.  Truth be told, Aomori’s … Continue reading An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away