A 27-km road that stretches from the foot to the summit of Mt. Hachiman. It is famous for the snow-walled corridor that appears in spring.
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.
Appreciate this beautiful valley, designated as a place of special scenic beauty and a natural monument. Immerse yourself in a shower of negative ions emanating from the forest.
A beautiful lake and the deepest in Japan, with unrivalled clarity. There is a statue of the legendary maiden Tatsuko standing in the lake.
One of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. The Tenshu, which is of Edo-style architecture and the only existing Tenshu in Tohoku, is worth a look.
A vast park crafted on the site of Takada Castle. Known as a great viewing spot for cherry blossoms, the park is embellished with about 4,000 cherry trees in April.
A mystical underground world created by the abyss of time
A large park with flowers, nature and places to play
An historic garden surrounding austere Japanese residential architecture
A leafy plateau with a refreshing feeling
This steep-sided gorge offers magnificent views of new spring greenery and fiery fall foliage
Experience spelunking at this National Natural Treasure
The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai
A Dutch-style garden surrounding a pond, located next to the Niigata Hakusan-jinja Shrine
Come face to face with lions behind glass
Regarded as one of the three best cherry blossom spots in the Michinoku region
Welcome to the world of transparent blue
Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge
Stroll along the shore while feeling the refreshing sea breeze
One of the most famous scenic locations on the Shimokita Peninsula, miraculously secluded with a mystical character fostered by nature