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.

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.

Experience arts from Akita

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

A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history

Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity

Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line

An isolated inn with a mysterious atmosphere, located deep in the mountains

A walking path around rising volcanic smoke

This hotel's highlight is the open-air bath that overlooks its garden

A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs

Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting

Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno

An inaniwa udon shop run directly by the maker

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers

A city hotel having guest rooms with an open-air bath

The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai

A relaxing accommodation loved by women

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