Best around Akita Spot List

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.

A beautiful lake and the deepest in Japan, with unrivalled clarity. There is a statue of the legendary maiden Tatsuko standing in the lake.

A walking path around rising volcanic smoke

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

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

A secluded ryokan

Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting

A ritual worth fighting your fear to see

Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line

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

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

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers

An inaniwa udon shop run directly by the maker

Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno

A relaxing accommodation loved by women

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

Cherry blossoms gorgeously brightening up samurai residences

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

A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history