Akita Shrines & Temples Shinzan Shrine Famed for hosting Namahage Sedo Festival, Shinzan Shrine sits perched on the slopes of Mount Shinzan, a once sacred site for Shugendo practices.
Akita Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts Yuze Onsenkyo A hot spring village named after the springs that emerged along the river rapids of Kita-Ouu’s mountain streams.
Akita Shrines & Temples Unshoji Temple A Soto Zen temple located on the Oga Peninsula, renowned nationwide for its stunning hydrangeas.
Akita Nature Spots Cape Nyudozaki A breathtaking viewpoint at the northernmost tip of Oga, offering panoramic views of the Sea of Japan.
Akita Observatories Michi-no-Eki Akita Port Tower Selion 360-degree views from 100 meters up high at this symbol of Akita port.
Akita Museums Chokaisan Wooden Toy Museum A museum where you can play and learn while surrounded by the warmth of wooden toys.
Akita Tourist Attractions Oyu Stone Circles Unlock the wisdom of a legendary people in this age-old destination.
Akita Shrines & Temples Kansagu (Ukiki Shrine) A mystical shrine located by the lakeside, dedicated to Princess Tatsuko from the legend of Tatsuko-hime.
Akita Bathing & Spa Facilities Kyukamura Nyuto Onsenkyo Undeniable spring water quality and heaps of history steeped at Kyukamura Nyuto Onsenkyo, the most famed modern stop at Nyuto Onsen Village.
Akita Nature Spots Oyasukyo Daifunto Feel the Earth's pulse with the powerful steam rising from this awe-inspiring hot spring.
Akita Zoos & Aquariums Akita City Omoriyama Zoo - Akigin Forest of Omorin A zoo filled with events that make the charm of animals even more alluring.
Akita Nature Spots Tononose Fujinosato A rare spot that opens only during the most beautiful period for wisteria!
Akita Japanese Cuisine Soba Goro Tazawako Ekimae Enjoy authentic 100% buckwheat soba with a smooth texture in a retro, traditional house setting.
Akita Japanese Cuisine Oshokujidokoro Iori (Semboku City, Akita) A dining establishment where you can enjoy local cuisine from the historic "Nyuto Onsen Village."
Akita Japanese Cuisine Sengan Pass Teahouse Tazawako Main Store A historic roadside rest stop beloved by travelers for its specialty "sweet oden."
Akita Japanese Cuisine Sato Yosuke Shoten Flagship Store Inaniwa Udon noodles are made using a secret recipe and have an excellent thirst-quenching texture.
Akita Hotpot Restaurants Akita Kiritanpoya, Akita Station Head Restaurant Savor Kiritanpo Nabe (hot pot) and other Akita’s specialties.
Akita Sweets Shop & Desserts Shop Yamanohachimitsuya A honey world offering a diverse range of honey products, including domestic and international varieties.
Akita Inns wanoi KAKUNODATE Experience a time trip at this hotel, renovated from a traditional "kura" (storehouse).
Akita Summer festivals & Events Omagari Fireworks Festival (Omagari Hanabi) With over 100 years of history, Omagari Hanabi is Japan’s largest firework competition, held on the last Saturday of every August, attracting nearly 700,000 visitors.
Akita Winter festivals & Events Yokote Kamakura Festival A snow festival with a tradition of about 450 years enshrining the water god in Kamakura.
Akita Summer festivals & Events Akita Kanto Festival It is one of the three major festivals in the Tohoku region, with "Kanto" lanterns resembling rice ears or rice bales used to pray for a good harvest.
Shinjuku Namahage come to wintertime Shinjuku Kabukicho! A one-day deep dive into the heart of Oga City, Akita Prefecture.
Akita Nature Spots A Fall Foliage Viewing Spot in Akita: Hottai Falls amid the Mountain Blanketed with Fall Foliage, the best location for Movies in Japan!
Akita Experiences Facilities Akita Prefecture’s Event with a History of Over 100 Years! Kamihinokinai’s Paper Balloon Festival
