Best around Akita Spot List

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.

Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting

The Streets Fill up with the Lights of the Kanto Festival!

A ritual worth fighting your fear to see

Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno

A walking path around rising volcanic smoke

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers

Come face to face with lions behind glass

A classic hotel that blends in to the Little Kyoto of Kakunodate

Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge

An inaniwa udon shop run directly by the maker

An old folk house accommodation located in the village forest of Kakunodate

A genuine Japanese-style ryokan located on the lakeside of Lake Tazawa

A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history

A variety of fascinating baths are available, including a large one resembling the Kurhaus

A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs

Experience arts from Akita

Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line