Posted 13/06/2025
Scenic Tour and Soba Noodle Experience in Happo Town at the Foot of Shirakami Sanchi
Happo Town, nestled between Shirakami Sanchi and the Sea of Japan, is a charming town full of local flavor. It boasts rich natural landscapes and many stunning hidden spots known only to locals. ...
Posted 12/06/2025
Kimimachizaka Guided Tour & Kumiko Woodcraft Experience in Noshiro, Akita
Noshiro is a place where two local histories come together: the romantic story of Kimimachizaka and the woodworking culture that once made the city known as the “Wood Capital” of Japan. Located in...
Posted 12/06/2025
Experience Akita’s Mountain Culture: Wild Vegetable Foraging and Gakko Chakko
Looking for an authentic rural Japan experience? This half-day experience combines wild vegetable foraging, a visit to a hidden waterfall, outdoor cooking over a fire, and Gakko Chakko—a tradition...
Posted 7/05/2025
Noshiro Fireworks Festival 2026: A Spectacular Summer Event Near Shirakami-Sanchi in Akita
Every summer, the city of Noshiro in northern Akita Prefecture lights up with one of Japan’s most spectacular fireworks events — the Noshiro Fireworks Festival. Known locally as Minato Matsuri Noshir...
Posted 7/05/2025
Dakedai Nature Education Forest: The Ideal Starting Point for Shirakami Sanchi Exploration
The Dakedai Education Forest is located in the outskirts of Fujisato Town, Akita Prefecture, at an elevation of approximately 620 meters, nestled between two towering mountains on a plateau. It is...
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 22/06/2023
Chairing
Savour the tranquility of Shirakami’s nature by indulging in the activity of ‘chairing’. This unique experience allows you to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life while sitting on a ...
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 25/11/2022
Cycling around Shirakami Sanchi
Be it for professionals or for those who love it as a hobby, the diverse topographical features of the Shirakami Sanchi make it the ideal location for the adventurous cyclist. As an eco-friendly mean...
Posted 29/12/2021
Walk Through a UNESCO World Heritage Stream in Shirakami Sanchi | River Trekking
Looking for a unique summer activity in Japan? Deep in the mountains of Akita lies Shirakami Sanchi, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site known for its ancient beech forests and clear mountain str...
Posted 28/06/2021
Junsai Harvesting Experience in Akita Shirakami
※ 中文圈的朋友們如果想參加蓴菜採摘體驗，歡迎點擊下方連結前往繁體中文版頁面，查看活動介紹及報名資訊！https://visitshirakami.com/tc/things_to_do/3604/ Junsai is a traditional water vegetable. Coated in a slippery, gelatinous substance, it grow...
Posted 2/09/2020
Shirakami Hiking & Nabekko Experience | Guided Beech Forest Hike in Akita
Experience Overview Walk through the beautiful Dakedai Beech Forest with a local Shirakami guide, where you'll discover the rich ecology and stories of the forest while exploring an area preserved...