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Forest, Food, and Friends — the Tsugaru way

Minpaku Azil is a nature-experience guesthouse based in Hirosaki City, where you can experience the rich nature and daily life of Aomori and Tsugaru.

Our guides are active hunters, and we offer programs throughout the year where you can enjoy the nature of each season—from spring wild vegetable foraging, to summer and autumn mushroom picking, to winter hunting and game meat experiences.

This isn’t just about foraging. You’ll also have the chance to learn—in a fun and engaging way—about how to walk through the forest, the knowledge of plants and animals, the wisdom of daily life passed down through generations, and the challenges of wildlife damage and living in harmony with the forest.

After the experience, participants cook together what they’ve gathered—wild vegetables, mushrooms, game meat, and more—and enjoy Aomori’s unique food culture. We’d be delighted if you could feel the blessings of nature and the warmth of people while sharing a meal together.

We warmly welcome beginners and families, of course, as well as educational trips, inbound travelers, and those considering relocating to the area. We also invite companies and organizations to use our programs for employee welfare, staff appreciation events, team building, and more—please feel free to reach out.

With our small-group format, we provide careful, attentive guidance, always keeping safety in mind, and introduce you to the charms of Hirosaki and Tsugaru that can only be experienced on that day, in that season. Rather than a “trip to visit tourist spots,” we offer a “trip to experience the local way of life”—an experience where you can truly feel the nature, culture, and human connections of Hirosaki and Tsugaru.

We look forward to welcoming you with all our hearts.