MunakataShiko

Stay Where Dazai Osamu Once Did: A Cultural Visit to the Historic Okutani Ryokan and Tappikan in Cape Tappi Former Okutani Ryokan The former Okutani Ryokan, where famed novelist Dazai Osamu and woodblock artist Munakata Shikō once stayed, has been preserved and reopened as the Tappikan Tourist Information Center at Cape Tappi. Inside, you’ll find displays on Aomori-born artist Munakata Shikō and many handwritten calligraphy boards and artworks left by famous visitors. Admission is free—and to my surprise, I was even gifted a tiny “kingyo nebuta” goldfish lantern as a souvenir. So thoughtful! One of the highlights is a room ...