Posted 31/05/2021

Road updates as of May 2021!

As of May 28, 2021: Both gates along Route 317 in Fujisato Town are open. Mt. Fujisato-Komagatake, Dakedai Forest, Kurumidai Campground, and Tsurubeotoshi Pass are now all accessible. In addition, yo...

Posted 28/04/2021

[UPDATE] Enjoy the warmer weather with these activities in northern Akita…

Hiking in UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site Shirakami Sanchi The access road to Dakedai Forest and Mt. Fujisato-Komagatake will open on Thursday, May 20.At Dakedai you can enjoy a tranquil s...

Posted 20/04/2021

These campsites are now open…

Get out of your house with a weekend at one of these campsites in the Akita Shirakami area: Subari Campsite Tucked away in Fujisato Town, arriving at Subari Campsite feels like stumbling u...

Posted 9/03/2021

Shirakami Life: The power of Shirakami’s blessings

Walk out of Noshiro Station and you’ll see a small cafe with a wooden facade. If you can’t read Japanese, the bold “Coffee & Tea” signage will likely catch your attention. It’s owned by mountain ...

Posted 2/02/2021

NEW VIDEO!! A trip to Akita…

In the Akita Shirakami area, the wilderness is ALL yours! No crowds means you can enjoy the great outdoors and Akita culture safely and responsibly. Our newest video features hiking through the tranq...