The Kakunodate Samurai Residence District is most popular in the autumn with the beautiful fall colors and in the spring because of the weeping cherry trees. In fact, it's beautiful all year round, and whenever you happen to be in the area, it's worth visiting. There are two resdencecomplexes that have become museums and charge a modest admission, the Aoyagi and Ishiguro houses, and four other smaller ones that are free to explore, though offer limited access. The streets themselves are beautiful in that area as well.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/Y4MpeBsdbHE6M7peA

Enishi doesn't have an official English website, but is a great guest house to stay in while you're in the area. It's 7,000 yen per person per night, which is roughly $60 or so. You can email the owner at [email protected] or send her a direct message on Instagram. (Also, give her a follow on Instagram @akitainu_kakunodate)
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/Ac4hoy131wvsBfoN6

The sunken forest that appears this time of year is best viewed from this bridge. (Pin dropped at best place to park your car.) https://goo.gl/maps/BdRJHAH4Sso6PfW4A

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