A-factory

Sleek waterfront market near Aomori Station devoted to all things apple, which is fitting given that Aomori Prefecture produces more apples than anywhere else in Japan. Inside, you will find apple cider being brewed on site (you can watch through glass walls), plus stalls selling apple pies, crisps, juices, jams, and cider vinegar from local producers. Beyond apples, there are craft goods, regional sweets, and a small restaurant with bay views. It is an easy stop before or after catching the ferry to Hokkaido, and the building's modern timber-and-glass design is a pleasant contrast to the industrial port surroundings.