Culture Yokote Kamakura Museum Justin Velgus This museum may be small, but it's not everyday you can see "kamakura" or igloos each and every season.
Culture Akita Neburi-Nagashi Hall Justin Velgus At this small museum, you could easily spend more than an hour if you want to practice kanto lantern balancing with friends. It..
Food Hinaiya Chicken Restaurant [Location Closed] Hitoshi Kawai Find out what true Akita chicken cuisine is like at Hinaiya
10 Activities Akita's Lake Tazawa Jessee Lyman Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture is another stunning example of the natural beauty of northern Japan. Hiking, boating, eating, or..
Food Inaniwa Udon & Factory Tour Hitoshi Kawai Discover how you can enjoy handmade udon noodles, made to a secret family recipe with Hinaijidori stock.
Accommodation Toyoko Inn Akita-eki Higashi-guchi Bonson Lam located next to JR Akita Station, this central, clean budget hotel has everything you need to base your stay. The views over the..
Shopping Akita Citizens Market Bonson Lam Relax and enjoy the folksy and friendly banter of this relaxed country market. This is possibly one of the best fish markets in..
Food Kagura Restaurant at Hotel Richmond Bonson Lam Washoku Kanraku at the Richmond hotel is a perfect place to learn how to eat fish the Akita way. The peaceful music here perfectly..