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	Hirosaki travel guide - Wikitravel
		Hirosaki (弘前; [1]) is a city in Aomori prefecture, in the northern Tohoku region of the main Japanese island Honshu.
		Hirosaki is also one of the final stops on the Akebono overnight train that runs from Tokyo's Ueno Station, and the Nihonkai overnight trains from Osaka and Kyoto.
		Hirosaki's biggest event is the yearly Neputa Matsuri (ねぷた祭り), held in the first week of August and quite similar to Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri (note slight difference in spelling).
	wikitravel.org /en/Hirosaki (1036 words)

	Hirosaki Travel Guide
		Hirosaki used to be the political and cultural capital of the Tsugaru Region during the Edo Period, and remains one of the culturally richest cities in the northern Tohoku Region.
		Hirosaki's main attractions include its castle, samurai district and temples.
		From Tokyo, take the JR Tohoku Shinkansen to Hachinohe (about 3 hours), transfer to the JR limited express to Aomori (about 1 hour) and then to a local JR train to Hirosaki (about 45 minutes).
	www.japan-guide.com /e/e3701.html (164 words)

	Hirosaki Theatre Company
		Koji Hasegawa who presides over the Hirosaki Theatre and who is responsible for writing and producing the bulk of the troupe's plays, insists that retaining the groups regional roots and thus providing works with a distinct flavour, is a major part of its success.
		Hirosaki Theatre productions are often a slice out of daily life, with character relationships and dialogue developing on stage just as they may do in real life.
		It is thanks to the continued support and dedication of the troupe's founding members that Hirosaki Theatre continues to be among the upper ranks of Japanese Theatre, and the upbringing of younger actors and directors is of utmost importance to the troupe.
	www.hirogeki.co.jp /en/about_us.htm (954 words)

	Hirosaki - LoveToKnow 1911 (Site not responding. Last check: )
		HIROSAKI, a town of Japan in the province of Michmoku or Rikuchiu, north Nippon, 22 m.
		Hirosaki is a very old place, formerly residence of a great daimio (or daimyo) and capital of a vast principality, and still the seat of a high court with jurisdiction over the surrounding districts of Aomori and Akita.
		Like most places in north Nippon, it is built with continuous verandas extending from house to house, and affording a promenade completely sheltered from the snows of winter.
	1911encyclopedia.org /Hirosaki (123 words)

	World Forum for Acoustic Ecology 2006
		The old castle town of Hirosaki is the cultural centre of the Tsugaru District located on the northern tip of the main island of Japan.
		The city of Hirosaki is well known for the traditional townscapes, for Tsugaru shamisen, three-stringed Japanese musical instrument, and for the surrounding natural environs such as Oirase ravine with its hot spring, one of the 100 Soundscapes of Japan.
		Hirosaki University is pleased to bring this important moment to Japan after the Banff event in 1993.
	www.saj.gr.jp /en/hirosaki/WFAE2006.html (820 words)

	Castle and Cherry(JOMON)
		Hirosaki City is at central part of "Tsugaru district" in Aomori prefecture, it's about 365 miles Northeast of capital Tokyo and it takes about 6 to 7 hours from Tokyo station by the "New Tohoku line/Shinkansen" and "Highway Bus".
		Hirosaki City is the third largest City in Aomori prefecture.
		Hirosaki castle was completed in 1611 and housed several generations of lords of the Tsugaru Clan.
	www.jomon.ne.jp /~ja7bal/hiroeng.htm (598 words)

	Faye Steer's Hirosaki (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Hirosaki stretches out for miles, as you can drive, drive and drive some more, yet still technically be in Hirosaki city.
		Hirosaki Park is one of the top 5 places in the whole of Japan to view the cherry blossom season, and people from all over Japan come to drink, eat and be merry under the fading light of an April afternoon.
		Hirosaki has hundreds of Izakayas (pub style food and drink places), both on the outskirts and in the city centre.
	www.journalism.ryerson.ca /online/mosaic/fishw/faye.htm (1248 words)

	Canon Precision Inc.
		The city of Hirosaki, now with a population of about 170,000, enjoyed prosperity as the castle town of the Lord of Tsugaru, who governed a fiefdom yielding 100,000 koku (one koku is equivalent to 180 liters) of rice.
		With the Hirosaki Castle at the top of the list, which is surrounded by the high cherry trees that are known as the most beautiful ones of that kind, many historical sites are seen here and there in the city.
		Hirosaki is the city of history, culture and nature with a great deal of atmosphere.
	www.canon-prec.co.jp /english/company/hirosaki.html (363 words)

	UWL OIE Summer Study Abroad - Japan
		Hirosaki is situated at the northern end of the main Japanese island of Honshu.
		Thus was born the castle town of Hirosaki and for the next 260 years, under the feudal lordship of 12 successive generations, it flourished as the political, economic and cultural center of the whole Tsugaru region.
		Modern-day Hirosaki ranks as one of the foremost academic cities in the Tohoku region, with three colleges, including a national university and three junior colleges.
	www.uwlax.edu /oie/SA/Summer_Programs/summer_japan.htm (680 words)

	Hirosaki - World Travel Guide
		Hirosaki (弘前) is a city in Aomori prefecture, in the northern Tohoku region of the main Japanese island Honshu.
		Occasionally called "the Kyoto of the North", this hyperbole is backed up mostly by an abundance of temples and a famous version of the Neputa Festival.
		Known for its five-storied pagoda, completed in 1667, which stands 31.2 meters tall and took ten years to built on the order of Tsugaru clan leader Nobuyoshi.
	www.world-travel-guide.net /index.php?title=Hirosaki (597 words)

	Japanese \| University of Otago
		Hirosaki University have established a new International Exchange Center on campus and inaugurated an International Exchange Fund.
		Eligible participants are students who are enrolled in University of Otago, Japanese Program and have completed at least 2 years of their undergraduate study.
		Tution is determined according to the affiliation agreements between Hirosaki Unversity and its sister schools.
	www.otago.ac.nz /japanese/news/study_hirosaki.html (661 words)

	Canon \| Junior Photographers \| Event report 2006
		The “Canon Junior Photographers” event was held for fourth to sixth graders of Chien Elementary School in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture on Wednesday, August 9, 2006.
		Canon Precision Inc. in Hirosaki City cooperated with Canon Inc. to prepare the project as an optional course for the students during the summer vacation.
		Hirosaki Park, which is filled with rich greenery, provided an ideal spot for children to take photos of nature.
	www.canon.com /scsa/jr_photographers/report/2006/chien/index.html (373 words)

	APTINET (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The five-storied pagoda was erected in 1667 for the repose of those who died in the battle to unify Tsugaru.
		The garden is in harmony with the Seibikan which is characteristic of the buildings of the Rokumeikan period with Japanese-style rooms on the first floor and Western-style rooms on the second floor.
		Dake Spa at the western foot of Mt. Iwaki still retains the atmosphere of a bye-gone age when people visited hot springs for medicinal purposes The spa is proud of its cuisine using local wild plants.
	apti.net.pref.aomori.jp /miryoku-en/mr-hiro.html (974 words)

	Hirosaki Guide - Japan Reference
		The Tohoku region has few cities or towns of touristical interest, but Hirosaki is one that shouldn't be missed if you happen to pass through Aomori prefecture.
		The two best times of the year to visit Hirosaki are the cherry blossom season mid-April (note that they blossom later here in Northern Japan than in Tokyo or Kansai), and the first week of August, when the Neputa Matsuri is held.
		Cherry blossoms are at their most beautiful around Hirosaki castle, where some 5000 cherry trees ornate the park.
	www.jref.com /practical/hirosaki.shtml (484 words)

	Hirosaki Convention Bureau
		The Bureau provides information to assist visitors, meeting professionals, group tour leaders and others.
		Our friendly staff is dedicated to making your Hirosaki City stay a pleasant one.
		Our member businesses also look forward to providing the services and products you desire to make your stay unforgettable.
	www.hirosaki.co.jp /htcb/htm_english/htcb.htm (75 words)

	Why study at Hirosaki?
		Hirosaki castle is particularly beautiful, and the annual cherry blossom festival attracts people from all over Japan.
		Hirosaki university has many native speaking Japanese teaching the language, as well as Japanese linguistics classes taught by specialists on language acquisition, the history of Japanese language and Japanese dialects.
		The Tohoku regional African studies conference is often held here and the annual conference of the Japanese African Studies Association was held in Hirosaki.
	human.cc.hirosaki-u.ac.jp /philips/study.htm (1100 words)

	Hirosaki Castle (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The Hirosaki was built between the two rivers of Iwaki and Tsuchibuchi with the first on its west and the latter on its east.
		This hirayamajiro is on the edge of a plateau of Mount Kudoji.
		The Hirosaki is now famous for its thousands of cherry trees spread throughout its castle grounds.
	library.thinkquest.org /C001119/tour/parse.php3?textonly=1&src=hirosaki (201 words)

	JNTO Website \| Japan In-Depth \| History & Culture \| Traditional Annual Events \| Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Hirosaki ...
		Today, the festivals organized in Aomori and Hirosaki are especially well known, attracting tourists from all areas of Japan.
		In contrast, the Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri is characterized by the 60 small and large fan-shaped neputa with pictures depicted from 'Sangokushi' or 'Three Kingdom Saga' and 'Suikoden' or 'Outlaws of the Marsh,' both of which are heroic legends handed down in China.
		Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri: Close to JR Hirosaki Station.
	www.jnto.go.jp /eng/indepth/history/traditionalevents/a40_fes_nebuta.html (401 words)

	RateBeer.com -- None - Birutei Hirosaki - Beer and Original Foods
		This is THE place to go for beer in Hirosaki City.
		Not only is this the finest place to find quality beers in Hirosaki City, it’s also one of the best beer bars I’ve ever been to.
		I’m a regular at this place, and would recommend it to anyone who happens to make their way to this part of Japan.
	www.ratebeer.com /ShowPlace.asp?PlaceID=7044 (439 words)

	The Hirosaki University Graduate School of Education
		Foreign nationals who have completed 16 years (or its equivalent) in the public school system of their country, starting from the first grade of elementary school, and who have received an undergraduate degree, or are expected to receive an undergraduate degree by 31 March 2004.
		Foreign nationals living in Japan who during their residence here have completed 16 years (or their equivalent) of correspondence courses at educational facilities abroad, starting from the first grade of elementary school, and who have received an undergraduate degree, or are expected to receive an undergraduate degree by 31 March 2004.
		Form 9 supplied in the application manual, signed by the principal of the school where the applicant is presently employed, or by the president or director of graduate studies at the institution where the applicant is presently registered.
	siva.cc.hirosaki-u.ac.jp /daigakuin/e171.htm (819 words)

	Mike Media: Hirosaki Trip
		I had a four-day break from work last weekend, so I took a trip up to Hirosaki, a medium-sized city near the northern tip of Honshu, the main island of Japan.
		In Hirosaki, banks of snow remained, but it was melting quickly in the warm, spring sunshine.
		I visited Hirosaki because it’s where my great-grandfather lived in the last years of the 1800s.
	www.mikegerhardt.com /blog/archives/000239.html (447 words)

	Hometown Homepage - Hirosaki (Site not responding. Last check: )
		There are numerous remains of cultural assets in Hirosaki, a town centered around Hirosaki Castle.
		The town is also known as Little Kyoto for its historic set up and the cultural atmosphere.
		In anticipation of the harvest season from end of September through end of November, the sweet aroma of apples spread through the city.
	hometown.infocreate.co.jp /en/tohoku/hirosaki/hirosa-e.html (176 words)

	Hirosaki Theatre Company
		We sent about 1500 direct mails to the areas around Tokyo and Hirosaki‚ so I asked members of the company to help me. They kindly did‚ although they were very busy for the wedding.
		Although recently out-of-the-box wedding is popular...‚the wedding last week was all different from ordinary one.Almost all the parts of the scenario was written by Iori‚ the bride.
		The wedding was held in the theater‚ where we always use to present a play in Hirosaki City.
	www.hirogeki.co.jp /diary/en/index.html (950 words)

	Nuclear Localization of STAT5A Modified with O-Linked N-Acetylglucosamine and Early Involution in the Mammary Gland of ...
		Nuclear Localization of STAT5A Modified with O-Linked N-Acetylglucosamine and Early Involution in the Mammary Gland of Hirosaki Hairless Rat -- Nanashima et al.
		Hirosaki hairless rat (HHR) is a mutant strain spontaneously
		To whom correspondence should be addressed: Second Dept. of Biochemistry, Hirosaki University School of Medicine, 5 Zaifu-cho, Hirosaki 036-8562, Japan.
	www.jbc.org /cgi/content/abstract/280/52/43010 (439 words)

	Critical Care \| Full text \| Initial distribution volume of glucose can be approximated using a conventional glucose ...
		The research protocol was approved by the Ethics Committee of the University of Hirosaki.
		A total of 50 patients admitted to the general ICU of the University of Hirosaki Hospital between July and September 2004 were included in this prospective study (Table 1).
		Although patients may undergo several fluid volume determinations during their stay in the ICU, the present study considered only the first IDVG measurement in each patient during their stay in the ICU.
	ccforum.com /content/9/2/R144 (3185 words)

	Hirosaki - HighBeam Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: )
		It is a former castle town and has 17th-century ruins.
		Find newspaper and magazine articles plus images and maps related to "Hirosaki" at HighBeam.
		Education of students with disabilities: a joint research study between the United States and Japan.
	www.encyclopedia.com /doc/1E1-hirosaki.html (260 words)

	Outdoor Japan - Festivals and Events - Aomori Prefecture - Matsuri (Site not responding. Last check: )
		When the cherry line reaches Hirosaki — usually right around Golden Week, an extended holiday at the beginning of May — Hirosaki Park becomes, for at least two or three weeks, the most beautiful place in Japan.
		The moats and terraces of the castle grounds are lined with thousands of cherry trees which all spring into blossom as if in response to some unspoken command.
		Morning prelude to the Hirosaki Neputa parade, seven musicians present a lively performance on an enormous drum, four meters in diameter.
	www.outdoorjapan.com /festivals-events/events-aomori.html (631 words)

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