Best around Akita Spot List

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.

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.

Cherry blossoms gorgeously brightening up samurai residences

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

A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history

Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno

Enjoy a comfortable stay at this city hotel in the downtown area

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

Witness the beauty of cliffs cloaked in steam rising from hot springs in the ravine

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

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

Experience arts from Akita

A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs

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

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

A walking path around rising volcanic smoke

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

A secluded ryokan

Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line