Posted 15/12/2022

Asanai Nagomehagi

It all starts with the ‘nagome’Nagome are blisters that usually appear on thighs and shins on people who spend too much time idling by the irori (Japanese hearth) all day long. Such people in the Asa...

Posted 29/11/2022

Try Japanese archery at Kyoshoji!

Experience archery at Kyoshoji, a serene Japanese temple in Noshiro City, across the famous 'Kaze no Matsubara'—an experience that even beginners can enjoy! After changing into a traditional uniform ...

Posted 28/06/2021

5-km Canoeing at the foot of Shirakami Sanchi

Legend says that the man-turned-dragon, Hachirotaro, swam down the Yoneshiro River after losing a fierce battle against a monk at Towada Lake in Akita Prefecture. Today areas around this river are co...

Posted 14/09/2020

Enjoy pottery in the countryside!

Craft your own mug or plate with local potter and stained glass artist, Yui-san. After molding your creation, smoothing it out, and decorating it with carvings and stamps, you can choose from a numbe...

Posted 3/04/2020

Tour Kaneyu with Akita Maiko!

Maiko are traditional Japanese entertainers. Come meet Akita Maiko in Noshiro City at former restaurant Kaneyu. Take pictures and talk with the maiko as you tour Kaneyu and learn more about its histo...

Posted 27/01/2020

Odate-Noshiro Airport to Noshiro City Shared Taxi

Must reserve one day in advance. Booking is available until 15:00!Be picked up 1.5 ~ 2 hours before the departure of your flight. It takes about 1 hour from Noshiro Station and Higashi Noshiro Sta...

Posted 5/11/2019

Kimono Experience at Kaneyu

Kaneyu is a historical restaurant that served the elite back in the day. During the heyday of Noshiro City's lumber industry, it was a popular place for important business meetings. Business deals wo...