Overview
Misawa (三沢) is a small city in Aomori prefecture, northern Japan, primarily known for its joint USAF/JSDF air base. The city offers visitors the Misawa Aviation & Science Museum, access to Lake Ogawara (Swan Lake), and proximity to Mt.
Day Trips · Museums · Nature · Transit Hub
Before you go
Connectivity
Standard Japanese mobile networks (NTT Docomo, au, SoftBank) provide coverage in Misawa.
Culture
The city has a unique international atmosphere due to the USAF/JSDF base. The annual September airshow opens the base to the public.
Food
Due to the large military population, many restaurants have English menus. Smaller local establishments tend to offer better quality than those targeting foreigners.
Money
Use yen for most purchases. If visiting the USAF base, USD is accepted but yen transactions have a slight mark-up.
Transport
Taxis start at about ¥600. Renting a car is the best way to explore the area. Misawa Airport has flights to Tokyo (Haneda), Osaka (Itami), and Sapporo (Okadama).
