A Refined Rural Capital in Snow Country
Akita City is located in Northwest Tohoku, stretching along the coast facing the Sea of Japan. Akita is mostly known for snow, onsen (hot springs), great sake, a sturdy breed of dog, and the widely acknowledged beauty of its women. Bordered by the sea and mountains, this peaceful city is home to major local festivals, museums of world-class art and a well-preserved samurai village. It’s usually not included in most traveler’s itinerary, possibly due to its location, but mainly because there might not be enough light or attention shed on this wonderful area. Staying Akita is the easy way to immerse yourself in Japan's cultural past here.
For those unaware, Akita is home to a plethora of beautiful natural attractions, unique traditional festivals throughout the year, and plenty of food to discover (for all the foodies out there). It’s got an amazing coastline to be explored, and if you’re happy to rent a car, we can guarantee that the drives you will be doing around this area will be some of the most scenic in the entire country.
If you’re visiting Aomori or Iwate in the Tohoku region, consider doing some side trips in Akita, as they are quite close together. In fact, many activities sit on the borderline of these three regions.
For those unaware, Akita is home to a plethora of beautiful natural attractions, unique traditional festivals throughout the year, and plenty of food to discover (for all the foodies out there). It’s got an amazing coastline to be explored, and if you’re happy to rent a car, we can guarantee that the drives you will be doing around this area will be some of the most scenic in the entire country.
If you’re visiting Aomori or Iwate in the Tohoku region, consider doing some side trips in Akita, as they are quite close together. In fact, many activities sit on the borderline of these three regions.
