Snow Depth 415cm! Japan Snow Drive 4K | Aomori City - Sukayu - Tsugaru SA Sukayu is located on Mt. Hakkoda in Aomori Prefecture and is known as the snowiest place accessible by car in Japan. During winter, the northwest monsoon, which originates from Eurasia, gathers significant moisture while crossing the Sea of Japan. It then hits Mt. Hakkoda, resulting in substantial snowfall. Sukayu has received a lot of snow this year; the snow depth reached 415 cm (163 in) that day. This drive takes you from Aomori Station in Central Aomori to Sukayu Hot Spring (alt. 890 m) and