The Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture is known for its rich cultural identity, but it also has some spectacular natural beauty as well. My favorite is a coastal drive down route 59 just as the sun begins to set on the Sea of Japan. Stunning vistas of rocky coastlines and breath taking horizons stretch from east to west. While you travel to Oga to partake in the rich Namahage culture of the region be sure to stay long enough to witness the amazing seaside sunsets. Oga can be accessed by car or train, about an hour drive from Akita City in Akita prefecture.
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Oga Peninsula at Sunset
The stunning views of the Oga Peninsula in Akita
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![The sun sets as locals stand on the fisherman's dock overlooking the Sea of Japan.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108870/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108870.jpg)
The sun sets as locals stand on the fisherman's dock overlooking the Sea of Japan.
![Sunsets on the Sea of Japan.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108871/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108871.jpg)
Sunsets on the Sea of Japan.
![Clear skies and calm seas in Oga.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108872/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108872.jpg)
Clear skies and calm seas in Oga.
![Amazing sea line vistas along highway route 59.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108873/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108873.jpg)
Amazing sea line vistas along highway route 59.
![A beautiful rocky coastline for miles.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108874/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108874.jpg)
A beautiful rocky coastline for miles.
![Many road side stops to take photos along the way.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108875/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108875.jpg)
Many road side stops to take photos along the way.
![Stunning sunsets that you must stop and admire.](https://a1.cdn.japantravel.com/photo/17263-108876/1000/akita-oga-peninsula-at-sunset-108876.jpg)
Stunning sunsets that you must stop and admire.
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Very good photos, especially the second one. You captured the scene there perfectly in that one
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