Things to Do

Akita Famous Places

Samurai Residences in Kakunodate

Take in the Beautiful Cityscape Featuring Black Fencing and Samurai Residences.

Akita / Famous Places / Tourist Spot

• 26 Sep 2019

  Fall Foliage Hikes in Kakunodate!

  A hiking trail through Kakunodate for viewing fall foliage: set off from the neighborhood of Kakunodate Station, walk northward along the road of Bukeyashiki (Bukeyashiki-dori), to south along the road of Tamachi Bukeyashiki (Tamachi Bukeyashiki-dori), and return to Kakunodate Station.

• 30 Oct 2016

  Visiting Kakunodate and its Samurai Residences

  Within Kakunodate-cho of Akita Prefecture are the remnants of a flourishing castle town from about 400 years ago. This district has been designated as protected in an effort to conserve traditional buildings.

Nyuto Onsenkyo

Hot spring resort raved by onsen fans.

Akita / Famous Places / Hot spring resort

Oga Peninsula

The scenic peninsula known for the intangible cultural property, Namahage.

Akita / Famous Places / Scenic spot

Oga Onsen Village

A hot spring village filled with Namahage.

Akita / Famous Places / Hot Spring Village

Masuda Nakananokamachi-dori

Historic town with storehouses prospered in the snowy region.

Akita / Famous Places / Historic town