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Upcoming Akita Events
Culture
Akita Kanto Festival
Jessica LinThe Kanto Matsuri is also known as the pole lantern festival. It is a Tanabata related celebration in Akita City held annually from..
Where to eat in Akita
Food
Kagura Restaurant at Hotel Richmond
Bonson LamWashoku Kanraku at the Richmond hotel is a perfect place to learn how to eat fish the Akita way. The peaceful music here perfectly..
Japanese
Akita Dining at Kamakura-ya
Bonson LamIt is amazing how closely food and folklore is intertwined in Akita culture. Experience it all at Akita Dining
Food
Kawabata Street
Hitoshi KawaiDiscover why the ancient folk trekked all the way to the end of the earth for legendary food
Places to stay in Akita
Western
Toyoko Inn Akita-eki Higashi-guchi
Bonson Lamlocated next to JR Akita Station, this central, clean budget hotel has everything you need to base your stay. The views over the..
Budget
Akita Youthpal Hostel
Bonson LamThe Akita Youthpal Youth Hostel is more like a resort than a youth hostel. This is a slick modern building set in park like settings,..
Bed & Breakfast
Tazawako Rose Park Hotel
Keith WyssThe Tazawako Rose Park Hotel is situated right on the shore of beautiful Lake Tazawa, a caldera lake of about 20 km circumfere..
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Transportation
Yamagata to Akita by Train
Sandro BernardinelloA relaxing train trip with amazing views over mountains and rocky cliffs. A hidden gem along the coast will surprise you.
Activity
Six Days in Tohoku
Ignatius KohNot much is known about Tohoku to the average traveller; perhaps only the memory of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake that devastated..
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The Akita Maiko
Nicholas de Thuin GaviaoMeetable Akita maiko in Matsushita, a cafe found in Senshu Park in Akita City, a cheaper option than Kyoto for those who are interested..