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Misawa Aviation & Science Museum, Aomori

Misawa Aviation & Science Museum, Aomori

This facility offers both children and adults a captivating journey through the world of aviation and science. The Aviation Zone showcases several aircraft actually used in the past inside and outside the museum, the Science Zone explores the mechanism of flying and the principles and laws of familiar scientific phenomena, and the Space Zone delves into the mysteries of space exploration and Earth observation.

Misawa is Full of Events!

Misawa is Full of Events!

Misawa City offers a wide variety of unique events that showcase its rich nature and culture. Misawa American Day transforms Misawa into an American city, with a powerful American Parade featuring approximately 500 vehicles, including U.S. military vehicles and Harley-Davidson motorcycles. There are also many other events with an international flavor, such as the Air Fest at Misawa Air Base and the Halloween Festival.

Enjoy the Outdoors in Misawa!

Enjoy the Outdoors in Misawa!

Misawa is also a great place to enjoy outdoor activities, such as BBQ and camping. BBQ can easily be enjoyed at any park in the city! The service provided is unique: you can reserve ingredients like meat as well as the BBQ grill, etc., and have these delivered to your specified location. You can also enjoy camping in a spectacular location with Lake Ogawara in the background and spend some quality time.

Destination Event Information

Misawa

Terayama Shuji Museum Festival, Early May

【Spring】
Terayama Shuji Museum Festival, Early May

This event, including talk shows and live readings, allows visitors to feel close to Shuji Terayama. It takes place in early May as well as early August.

American Day, Late June

【Spring】
American Day, Late June

American parades, rock concerts, and food booths by U.S. military personnel and others are the attractions. It is a day when the whole town becomes American.

Misawa Tanabata Festival, Late July

【Summer】
Misawa Tanabata Festival, Late July

This festival is held at a venue approximately 1 km from the Omachi Arcade Shopping Street in the center of Misawa City to America Plaza and in front of the U.S. Misawa Air Base. The varied decorations will attract visitors.

Misawa Festival, Late August

【Summer】
Misawa Festival, Late August

The Misawa Festival, which marks the end of summer, features gorgeous floats! It is also known as an international festival attended by many U.S. military personnel.

Air Fest at Misawa Air Base, Early September

【Fall】
Air Fest at Misawa Air Base, Early September

The U.S. military base is opened to the public, and many aviation fans come to see the Blue Impulse and other flight displays, aircraft ground exhibitions, security dog training shows, and other events.

Misawa BBQ Jamboree, Early October

【Fall】
Misawa BBQ Jamboree, Early October

Visitors can specifically enjoy barbecue, part of Misawa’s culinary culture. Many events, including an outdoor stage, also add to visitors’ enjoyment on this day.

Halloween Festival in Misawa, Late October

【Fall】
Halloween Festival in Misawa, Late October

There are many unique Halloween events, such as the Japan-U.S. Halloween Costume Parade Contest, candy giveaways, shopping raffles, and more.

Misawa Phantasia, Late January

【Winter】
Misawa Phantasia, Late January

The event’s symbol is a giant 16-meter tree decorated with 10,000 bulbs at Nakayoshi Park in Chuo-cho. This host of lights will lead you to an extraordinary world.