Posted 13/11/2019

”Kimachi-zaka Park”: Akita’s Secret Spot for Sakura and Autumn Colors

Rugged cliffs jut out of the forest to create a beautiful backdrop for this park. Coupled with the impressive view of surrounding mountains and the Yoneshiro River, this is the perfect place for thos...

Posted 13/11/2019

Trekking the Beech Tree Forests

Part of Shirakami Sanchi was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site for having "one of the world's largest natural virgin beech forests, hardly affected by human influences." Having been around ...

Posted 5/11/2019

Play with Akita Dogs!

Akita dogs are famous all around the world. Come play with them, and take them on a walk in Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture! The Akita dogs are friendly, well-trained, and cuddly! Guests will have ...

Posted 30/10/2019

Canoe Tour and Traditional Summer Games in the Shirakami Area

A 5-km course, participants can enjoy rowing along the calm waters of the Yoneshiro River in locally handcrafted canoes. This excursion is a great opportunity to see Shirakami Sanchi's wildlife up cl...