Posted 24/06/2024
Spiritual Retreat in Akita: Yudonosan Ryusenji Temple Awaits You
Nestled in the serene landscapes of Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture, Yudonosan Ryusenji Temple offers visitors a peaceful retreat and a deep connection to Japanese culture and nature. This historic pl...
Posted 14/06/2023
Top spots to see fall foliage in the Akita Shirakami area
Smell the sweet, caramel scent of the yellow katsura leaves.Take pictures of the dramatic Japanese maple and enjoy fall drives through the vivid Shirakami area.Here are our top spots for fall foliage...
Posted 26/12/2022
Damako Hotpot
Not second to Akita’s famous Kiritanpo hotpot This delicious hotpot dish is a unique specialty of Northern Akita and is usually enjoyed in winter by locals. The primary ingredients often used are ...
Posted 20/11/2019
Ajiro Weaving
Ajiro weaving is a delicate technique that weaves thin strips of various woods to create beautiful, colorful designs in ceilings, walls, tea trays, and lanterns. It can be seen at Kaneyu in Noshir...
Posted 20/11/2019
Michi No Eki, Roadside Stations
Michi no eki offer a space to recharge and learn more about the area you're passing through on your road trip. Enjoy delicious meals and see various regional produce. Mori no eki in Fujisato Town ...
Posted 15/11/2019
Kurumidai Camping Ground
Fall asleep to the sound of the trickling water in the nearby stream. Gaze at the night stars uninhibited by city lights. Tucked away in the woods of the Shirakami Mountains, this campground is perfe...
Posted 15/11/2019
Subari Camping Ground
Located next to Subari Dam in Fujisato Town, this campsite offers great views of the reservoir and surrounding cliffs. In addition, there is a tennis court, garden golf ground, playground, and small ...
Posted 15/11/2019
Babahera Ice Cream
A dessert only sold in Akita, Babahera ice cream is delicious, and scooped in the shape of a rose by local women. Its refreshing strawberry and banana flavors are popular among both children and adul...
Posted 15/11/2019
Shirakami Lamb
Shirakami lamb is a special Suffolk Hogget meat that is hard to come by in other parts of Honshu. Local to Fujisato Town, this grass-fed lamb is often used in a variety of dishes including shabu-shab...
Posted 15/11/2019
Sunset Spots
Finish your day of travel on northern Akita's coastline. Sunsets over the Sea of Japan coupled with the Shirakami mountain range make for a picture perfect spot to unwind. Kanoura Observatory A...
Posted 14/11/2019
Shirakami Fall Foliage
Enjoy fall drives through the vivid Shirakami area. Smell the sweet, caramel scent of the yellow katsura leaves and take pictures of the dramatic Japanese maple. Below are the top spots for fall foli...
Posted 14/11/2019
Waterfalls
The Shirakami area has a number of hidden waterfalls. Below are a couple of "see it for yourself" spots: Garo Waterfall Located behind a small shrine, this waterfall is a short drive from the S...