A beautiful lake and the deepest in Japan, with unrivalled clarity. There is a statue of the legendary maiden Tatsuko standing in the lake.
Bukeyashiki Street with the Ashina family's 15,000-koku castle town. The direct descendants of the family still live in one of the upper-class samurai residences.
The remains of the castle of the Satake Clan, evocative of the Edo Period (1603–1868) when feudal lords ruled the land. There is also a spot where you can play with an Akita dog.
A ritual worth fighting your fear to see
A variety of fascinating baths are available, including a large one resembling the Kurhaus
Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno
Witness the beauty of cliffs cloaked in steam rising from hot springs in the ravine
The fireworks town of Omagari, the pinnacle of fireworks art
Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting
A classic hotel that blends in to the Little Kyoto of Kakunodate
Come face to face with lions behind glass
Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line
A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs
An old folk house accommodation located in the village forest of Kakunodate
A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers
Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge
Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity
A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history
Cherry blossoms gorgeously brightening up samurai residences
An inaniwa udon shop run directly by the maker