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Stays near Aomori Spring

Sea-view powder, beech forests, and sneaky stashes on Mt Iwaki

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Aomori Spring's vibe: Quiet, snowy, tree-focused, no-fuss - based in Aomori with 4 lifts.

For the easiest mornings, stay close to the main base lift; for better value, zoom out and compare nearby areas on the map.

Extra tip: more listings sometimes show up using the Japanese name: 青森.

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