Tourist Information of Akita

Tazawako, Japan's deepest lake, is breathtakingly beautiful with its mesmerizing blue color that fascinates all who visit. It is a natural tourist spot rich in nature that has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 scenic spots. There are many other popular attractions such as the Nyuto Onsenkyo hot springs, which are hidden gems, and the samurai residences in Kakunodate, which have a different charm in each season. You can also enjoy local gourmet food such as Inaniwa udon, kiritanpo, and iburigakko, making it a perfect destination for a greedy traveler!

A city blessed with natural, historical, and cultural attractions such as some of Japan's finest sake breweries that will delight sake lovers, the Kanto Festival, one of the three major festivals in Tohoku, where lanterns are paraded in the summer sky, winter Kamakura, and Namahage. The city has a completely different face on the Japan Sea side and the mountain side, and you can enjoy the beautiful nature of each season.

Odate, the hometown of "Hachiko the Faithful Dog," has the original "Hachiko statue," a museum dedicated to Akita dogs, and several hot springs, making it a cozy town to visit. It is a peaceful place with plenty of natural charm, where you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing and nature walks in the "Iwakami Fureai no Mori," which has 3,000 cherry blossom trees planted, or overlook the Sea of Japan and the Shirakami Mountains from the "Hamanasu Observatory" located in the Noshiro Port Harbor Green Space. Be sure to try the local specialties, "kiritanpo nabe" and "iburi gakko," and savor the authentic taste.

Yurihonjo is a town surrounded by nature, with the majestic Mt. Chokai to the south and facing the Sea of Japan to the west, and spreading along the flow of the Koyoshi River. In Honjo Park, a historic site of Honjo Castle, it is known as a cherry blossom spot in April and a azalea spot in May. There are many other famous waterfalls and beaches, making it a perfect area to enjoy outdoor activities while feeling the full nature. At Sarukura Onsen, you can relax your body while enjoying the magnificent view of Mt. Chokai in the highland nature.

Oga is known as the holy land of "Namahage," a symbol of Akita. You can meet Namahage at various events and festivals throughout the city, but the "Namahage Museum" is a popular spot where you can learn about Namahage culture and even transform yourself into a Namahage for a photo shoot. The Oga Peninsula faces the Sea of Japan, so there are many unique attractions such as the "Oga Aquarium GAO," where you can meet many creatures such as polar bears and penguins, and the "Godzilla Rock," where you can take photos with the sunset sky and a rock shaped like Godzilla breathing fire. There are also many beaches, ice fishing for smelt in Lake Hachirogata, and delicious seafood that can only be enjoyed in a town adjacent to the sea.

Yokote, famous for its "kamakura," offers a real kamakura experience all year round in a room that is constantly -10℃, allowing visitors to experience the snow country. In addition, there are plenty of spots in Akita where people of all ages can enjoy themselves, such as the fun amusement park "Akita Furusato Village," cherry-picking, and hot springs. There are also areas in the city where traditional old streets remain, making it a great place for history walks. In Daisen and Yuzawa, there are many natural attractions such as the 80m-long "Shiraito Falls," which is full of negative ions, and "Koasa," where hot springs gush out from both sides of the river. When it comes to gourmet food, don't miss out on Yuzawa's famous "Inaniwa udon."