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.
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.
A beautiful lake and the deepest in Japan, with unrivalled clarity. There is a statue of the legendary maiden Tatsuko standing in the lake.
A relaxing accommodation loved by women
A walking path around rising volcanic smoke
A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs
A ritual worth fighting your fear to see
Cherry blossoms gorgeously brightening up samurai residences
An isolated inn with a mysterious atmosphere, located deep in the mountains
Come face to face with lions behind glass
Experience arts from Akita
Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge
A variety of fascinating baths are available, including a large one resembling the Kurhaus
Witness the beauty of cliffs cloaked in steam rising from hot springs in the ravine
Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity
This hotel's highlight is the open-air bath that overlooks its garden
The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai
The fireworks town of Omagari, the pinnacle of fireworks art
Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line
Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting