Furukawa Fish Market

Furukawa Fish Market (青森魚菜センター, Aomori Gyosai Sentā), located in central Aomori, is a beloved local destination known for its unique and interactive seafood experience. The market specializes in nokkedon, a custom seafood donburi where visitors can create their own bowl of rice topped with an assortment of fresh, seasonal ingredients. Using a ticket system, guests purchase a bowl of rice and then use tickets to select from a wide variety of toppings, including crab, raw fish, shellfish, and other local delicacies. Each vendor offers small portions of fresh ingredients, allowing you to mix and match to create a personalized seafood feast showcasing Aomori’s finest flavors.

The market itself is vibrant and bustling with vendors selling seafood, pickles, and vegetables, adding to the lively atmosphere. Once you've assembled your nokkedon, take a seat in the dining area, where you can enjoy your meal with complimentary tea, miso soup, and condiments like soy sauce and wasabi. Unlike many markets where such experiences are limited to certain seasons or events, Furukawa Fish Market offers nokkedon daily, making it a perfect place to enjoy a fresh and authentic seafood meal at any time the market is open.