6 Anime & Manga Cosplay and Manga Mania in Akita Bonson Lam Sighted in an obscure room in Akita is a treasure trove of cosplay masks & Mizuki Ichiro posters.
Culture Kakunodate - a Trip Back in Time Steve Morton Kakunodate: Experience ancient Japan in one of the few places where you can escape the chaotic and modern metropolis. Visit the..
Culture Winter Bonden Festival in Daisen Malcome Larcens A winter festival to bring good luck and prosperity in Daisen
Museums Oyu Stone Circles Justin Velgus The Oyu Stone Circles Site in Akita Prefecture is home to two prehistoric creations constructed by Jōmon era citizens. Japan s..
Culture Akita's Miyoshi Shrine Victoria Kamila The Miyoshi Shrine is a shinto shrine built in 673 AD that sees over 800,000 visitors a year. In mid January each year the Miyoshi..
10 Festivals The Last Blossoms of Kakunodate Bonson Lam By the beginning of May, the last cherry blossoms of Kakunodate have bloomed and are being blown away by the spring breeze. Gr..
Culture Akita Tour and Yokote Kamakura Snow Festival Featured The Kanto Matsuri is one of the three major summer festivals in the Tohoku region. The Yokote Kamakura Festival is held every year..
8 Gardens & Parks Keijo Park Odate Jeremy Yap Lush greenery and age old trees scattered around Keijo Park. Provides a good respite to rest, relax, have a picnic and enjoy