The Furukawa Fish Market near Aomori Station is home to the famous ‘Nokkedon’ — you buy a bowl of rice and a book of tickets, then wander the stalls exchanging tickets for slices of tuna, scallop, salmon roe and whatever the morning’s catch brings, building your own custom seafood bowl.
🗓️ At a Glance
| Location | Aomori City (near Aomori Station) |
| Hours | ~7:00–15:00 (closed some Tue) |
| Admission | Nokkedon tickets ~¥1,500–2,000 |
| Time needed | About 1 hour |
| Best time | Morning; year-round |
What to Try
- The build-your-own Nokkedon seafood rice bowl.
- Fresh Oma tuna, Mutsu Bay scallops and sea urchin.
- Salmon roe, squid and other daily Aomori catch.
- Standing counters and a lively local market buzz.
Combine Your Visit
- Shop for souvenirs at A-FACTORY by the station.
- See the floats at Nebuta Museum WA RASSE .
- Try Jappa-jiru cod hotpot in winter.
Getting There
- On foot: ~5 min from JR Aomori Station.
- By car: paid parking nearby.
Tips
Go hungry and early — the best fish sells out by midday. Buy the larger ticket book; you’ll want more toppings than you expect.
