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.

Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno

A ritual worth fighting your fear to see

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

An inaniwa udon shop run directly by the maker

A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers

The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai

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

A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history

Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line

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

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

Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting

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

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

Cherry blossoms gorgeously brightening up samurai residences

The fireworks town of Omagari, the pinnacle of fireworks art