10 Camping & Trekking 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..
Activities Senshu Park Justin Velgus Take a break from the busy city just minutes from the station. It's Akita's Sensu Park.
Activities Akita International Dahlia Garden Kim At the Akita International Dahlia Garden, visitors can appreciate an incredible 7000 dahlias in numerous varieties.
Sports & Fitness Ninja Training and Obstacle Course Justin Velgus The "Field Athletic Center" located near Akita International University is actually a secret ninja training ground. Don't let..
Activities The Cruise Ship Port of Akita Martin Giles Did you know you can visit Akita by cruise ship? Akita's port is close to the Selion Tower, with views from the mountains to..
Activities Odate Shining Street 2024-2025 Early Dec - Early Jan Odate Shining Street is an avenue of trees illuminated until early morning in Akita Prefecture. Some 82 trees over a 800 meter distance..
7 Outdoors Dakigaeri Gorge Mandy Bartok Dakigaeri Gorge offers visitors stunning views of mountains, waterfalls and an iridescent blue river from the easy-to-walk hiking..