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Posted 26/06/2025

Mase Valley (Sanjugama)

The Sanjugama in Mase Valley is renowned for its unusual rock formations and about thirty natural potholes carved over many years by flowing water. It’s an excellent walking route to admire the clear...

Posted 26/06/2025

Ishikura Mountain Nature Park

Ishikura-yama Nature Park sits atop Mt. Ishikura at an elevation of 143 meters. The park features an observation deck, a campground, and walking trails. Depending on the route chosen, hikes can r...

Posted 18/06/2025

Authentic Wood-Fired Neapolitan Pizza Restaurant in Akita – “PIENO DI SOLE”

PIENO DI SOLE is a handmade pizzeria specializing in authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas, freshly baked in a stone oven during lunchtime hours. Each pizza is fired at high temperatures to cr...

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 25/09/2023

Winter camping in Akita Shirakami

Enjoy winter camping at the Mori-no-Eki Camping Ground located at the foot of the Shirakami Mountains in rural Fujisato Town. This campsite is conveniently located close to Mori-no-Eki roadside st...

Posted 12/09/2023

Snow hiking with Kanjiki

Try a different kind of snow hiking experience at the foot of World Heritage Site Shirakami Sanchi! Strap on your kanjiki (traditional Japanese snowshoes) and set off to discover the scenic snowscape...

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

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 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...