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
Experience arts from Akita
A walking path around rising volcanic smoke
A relaxing accommodation loved by women
A variety of fascinating baths are available, including a large one resembling the Kurhaus
An isolated inn with a mysterious atmosphere, located deep in the mountains
The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai
This hotel's highlight is the open-air bath that overlooks its garden
Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting
Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line
A ritual worth fighting your fear to see
A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers
Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity
The fireworks town of Omagari, the pinnacle of fireworks art
Witness the beauty of cliffs cloaked in steam rising from hot springs in the ravine
Come face to face with lions behind glass
A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs