Travel | 35th Force Support Squadron

Japanese New Year’s Day “Oshogatsu” is the Key of the Year

by misawa.marketing | Dec 30, 2020 | Adventure, Culture, Events, Family, Food, FSS Highlight, Misawa History, Travel

Happy New Year Misawa residents! As you know, all people worldwide have been influenced by the coronavirus in the past year. Therefore each and every one of us has a different type of new year to look forward to, embracing tradition in the hopes of feeling a bit of...

Home Away From Home

by misawa.marketing | Nov 2, 2020 | Family, Food, Travel

Waking up early on a crisp, cool autumn morning, I was always full of excitement and anticipation for Thanksgiving, my favorite part of November growing up. Thanksgiving felt like the first step on the ladder to Christmas time for me. Spirits seem generally lighter,...

Picnics and Parks

by misawa.marketing | May 29, 2020 | Adventure, Events, Family, Food, Learning, Outdoors, Travel

Make plans to explore somewhere new and exciting around Misawa. These beautiful outdoor locations are sure to scratch that itch to get some sunlight and fresh air during and after COVID-19 restrictions. Whether you venture to Namiki Farm and indulge in their...

Misawa ITT: Information, Tickets and Travel

by misawa.marketing | Oct 30, 2019 | Adventure, Culture, Events, Family, Outdoors, Travel

More than just monthly trips, Misawa ITT is here to help you navigate your way through Japan so you can make the best of your time living in this fascinating country. Dinner Reservations Don’t let your fear of the language barrier stop you from enjoying Japan. ITT...

Aomori Nebuta Festival

by misawa.marketing | Jul 12, 2019 | Adventure, Culture, Events, Outdoors, Travel

The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri is a unique, colorful festival celebrated in the northern prefecture of Aomori held from August 1–7. This festival is a must-see and roughly 3 million people visit the Nebuta Matsuri every year! This festival is held once a year and features...

Onsen Etiquette

by misawa.marketing | Jan 7, 2019 | Culture, Learning, Outdoors, Travel

As winter has taken full force in northern Japan, I recommend taking a long and soothing dip into some natural hot springs known as onsens located throughout the country. It may make you feel uneasy at first, but once you take your first soak, you will be coming back...