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
Mori no Eki | Local Food & Nature Gateway to Shirakami Sanchi
Located at the foot of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site Shirakami Sanchi, Mori no Eki serves as one of the main tourism hubs in Fujisato Town. The facility includes a tourist information cen...
Posted 20/11/2019
What Is Junsai? Discover Akita’s Unique Water Vegetable
When people think of Japanese cuisine, sushi, ramen, and wagyu beef often come to mind. But hidden among the clear ponds of northern Japan grows one of the country's most unusual traditional foods...
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 Campground: Hidden Lakeside Camping Near Shirakami Sanchi
If you are searching for peaceful camping in rural Japan, Subari Campground in Fujisato Town is a hidden lakeside escape surrounded by forests and mountains. Located beside Lake Subari at the foot...
Posted 15/11/2019
Ishikurayama Camping Ground
Located on Ishikura Mountain at an elevation of 143-meters, campers can enjoy being surrounded by beautiful nature at this site. Look out onto World Heritage Site Shirakami Sanchi, and Oga's Kanpu Mo...
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
Lavender Fields at Ponpoko Yama Park in Happo, Akita
Looking for a peaceful lavender spot in rural Japan? From late June to July, the lavender fields at Ponpoko Yama Park bloom in vibrant purple across the hills of Happo Town in Akita Prefecture. Compa...
Posted 15/11/2019
Kanoura Observatory: Sunset Views, Black Sand Coastlines, and Local Snacks Along Route 101
Located along Route 101 in Happo Town, Akita Prefecture, Kanoura Observatory is one of the most scenic coastal stops near the Shirakami Sanchi area. Overlooking the Sea of Japan, this roadside viewpo...
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...
Posted 14/11/2019
Hiking in Shirakami Sanchi
The Shirakami area offers endless hiking options for those wanting to explore Akita's great outdoors. From beginner-level paths to advanced, rugged trails, visitors can choose from a variety of hikes...