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Top 20 Experiences in Akita Prefecture

Full Day Tour to Akita, Samurai Town and Lake Tazawa with Guide

Full Day Tour to Akita, Samurai Town and Lake Tazawa with Guide

Premiere Tour of Akita. In this tour, you can see how samurai lived in samurai residences. At one Samurai house, the head of the family will tell us about the residence, where it is still used for living. You can witness samurai swords, armor, kimonos, etc. You can take a nice photo wearing a samurai helmet. There are cute shops in the street of Samurai residences, such as a miso and soy sauce shop, a local craft shop, a Japanese sake shop, and a traditional snack shop. Lake Tazawa is a mysterious Lake and the deepest one in Japan. The golden statue of Tatsuko is a must-see spot in Akita. Please take memorial photos at the shore of Lake Tazawa. We enjoy lunch at Kakunodate town or near Lake Tazawa.

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$283.63
3 Hour Cycling Tour in Kakunodate

3 Hour Cycling Tour in Kakunodate

Enjoy the original scenery of Japan from the train window on a one-car one-man train. Once you get off the train at an unmanned station, you can start cycling from there! You will pedal toward an area lined with samurai residences, stopping at temples, shrines, farmhouses, cafes, and other places to enjoy the countryside.

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$131.69
Samurai Food Walk in Kakunodate

Samurai Food Walk in Kakunodate

This is a guided culinary tour through the unique cultural and undiscovered sights of Kakunodate. The tour will take you to places such as Japanese sweets stores, sake shops with different sake tastings, miso and soy sauce brewery, the one and only Samurai Street, and much more!

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$70.91
Walking Tour of Wealthy Merchant's Storehouses in Akita

Walking Tour of Wealthy Merchant's Storehouses in Akita

Take a tour with your guide through the quaint street lined with Japanese old houses! Masuda Town has prospered as a merchant town since the Edo period. Because this town has been the transportation hub, a variety of agricultural products gathered here. Merchants amassed wealth in their fields and created mansion towns. Inside these mansions, "Kura'' or a storehouse was built by wealthy merchants to store documents and household furniture. This storehouse is still inhabited and rare even in Japan. Feel the elegance in the detailed decorations such as white plaster, polished black plaster and lacquered interior. The townscape is home to many historic buildings of this area. Masuda town was designated as a National Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings in 2013. Find the storehouses of each mansion with its unique structure and decoration. In this guided tour, you will be able to visit two to three mansions with storehouse while receiving an explanation.

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$30.39
Sword Martial Art Experience in Kakunodate

Sword Martial Art Experience in Kakunodate

In Kakunodate, where samurai culture is deeply rooted, dojos still face the samurai residence street, and the area is home to many martial artists. Many people make martial arts a part of their lives, learning and living in the spirit of the samurai. Iaido is one of the most popular of these and uses the sword, which is said to be the spirit of the samurai. In this two-hour experience, participants will put on a dogi (a special outfit for martial art), master one of the kata of iaido, and learn about etiquette and manners. At the end of the experience, there is a test cutting with a cardboard doll, which is the most exciting part for the participants.

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$263.37
Towards silent unexplored pond, Naganuma Guided Walk

Towards silent unexplored pond, Naganuma Guided Walk

This tour goes through varied sceneries such as untouched forest mixed with broadleaf and coniferous trees and quiet marshland. As you explore the forest,the hidden pond of Naganuma suddenly appears.It is superb relaxation spot surrounded by primeval flora. With no wind, the pond’s surface reflect the woods like a mirror. At the entry point of this tour, you will be able to see steam spouting through the rocks in the Fuke-no-yu Onsen. We also have a coffee break. After walking, take a day bathing of Fuke-no-yu Onsen recommended. * From Apil to May, we will take a stroll wearing snowshoes as snow still remains. Not only the mountain trails but discover the deep primeval forests that are normally inaccessible.

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$24.29
Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Akita City Center

Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Akita City Center

Walking tour in the center of Akita city. Akita city is a capital city of Akita prefecture which is located on the sea of Japan side in northern Japan. This prefecture is famous for its rice production, Japanese sake brew and lots of local attractions. In this tour, you can visit beautiful spots such as an old bank building, local market, castle park and folklore museum. You may enjoy Maiko show and tea service available only on Saturdays(reservation is needed) Let's enjoy pleasant walk with tour guide.

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$256.62
2 Hours Private Zen Meditation Experience in Kakunodate

2 Hours Private Zen Meditation Experience in Kakunodate

You may be thinking, "Samurai and Zen?" However, many warlords took refuge in Buddhism, including Zen Buddhists, and countless Zen priests who worked with warlords as military strategists and educators. It is no exaggeration to say that the spirit of samurai bushido aims to reach the state of Zen. The Soto denomination of Buddhism, the temple where this experience is held, places particular emphasis on Zen meditation among the various denominations of Buddhism. It has been the spiritual center of the community for 350 years. It is an extremely valuable experience to learn some of the spirit of Zen that has been passed down from generation to generation and in which Samurai also used to incline

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$182.34
Half Day Tour to Akita, Samurai Town with Lisenced Guide

Half Day Tour to Akita, Samurai Town with Lisenced Guide

Premiere Half-Day Tour of Akita. In this tour, you can see how samurais(warriors) lived in samurai residences. At one Samurai house, the head of the family or a staff member will tell us about the residence, where it is still used for living. You can witness samurai swords, armor, kimonos, etc. You can take a nice photo wearing a samurai helmet. There are cute shops in the street of Samurai residences, such as a miso and soy sauce shop, a local craft shop, a Japanese sake shop, and a traditional snack shop. At Japanese Sake shop, you can try tasting of a couple of Japanese sake for free. If you have time, you can visit Kabazaiku museum where a craft man is demonstrating to make local handy craft beautiful "Kabazaiku." In addition, you can choose cute kabazaiku products from lots of varieties in the shop. On the way back to the Akita city, we can drop in a roadside station for a restroom break and shopping. I promise you can enjoy this half day tour totally.

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$256.62
Shared Snowshoe Hiking Tour in Semboku

Shared Snowshoe Hiking Tour in Semboku

This is a guided culinary tour through the unique cultural and undiscovered sights of Kakunodate. In this tour, the participants will hike on the mountain to see the ruins of the castle of the lords who ruled Kakunodate during the Samurai reign. Along the way, you can expect to see animal tracks, take a tea break, enjoy a spectacular view of the castle town of Kakunodate, and finally slide down the mountain! You can definitely take in picturesque landscapes and Instagram-able checkpoints on your way through the heavy snowfalls in this region.

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$87.79
 Private Half Day Akita Namahage Tour with Licensed Guide

Private Half Day Akita Namahage Tour with Licensed Guide

Namahage is designated an intangible cultural asset by UNESCO. On this tour, you can enjoy various local spots in the Oga peninsula facing the Sea of Japan. The highlight is, of course, the Namahage show played in the Oga Shinzan folklore museum. You can't miss it when you visit Akita. You can also visit Mt.Kanpuzan observatory and Nyuodo-zaki. Those are nice photo spots of Oga. Finally, we stop at Michinoeki-Oga(roadside station Oga) to enjoy a pleasant shopping time.

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$249.87
Rental Bicycle with Electric Assist / Satoyama Cycling Tour

Rental Bicycle with Electric Assist / Satoyama Cycling Tour

This is a rental cycle provided by Kakunodate Guest House Choux. It is a tour where you can enjoy the charm of Akita while enjoying the culture and nature. You can see the historical sights and beautiful scenery of Kakunodate. You can experience the history and culture of Kakunodate while walking around the old townscape and traditional buildings starting from the inn. You can if you add a paid bicycle delivery option, you can start from Tazawako Station. Enjoy the beautiful nature of Akita. You can feel the fresh air while cycling through the seasonal scenery such as mountains, rivers, and lakes. A long ride from Lake Tazawa will be a luxurious experience where you can feel the breath of nature. You will be able to fully enjoy the charm of Akita and experience a memorable trip.

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$13.51
Fluffy New Snow and the Earth beating, Goshougake Oyunuma Snowshoeing Tour

Fluffy New Snow and the Earth beating, Goshougake Oyunuma Snowshoeing Tour

“Goshougake Nature Research Route” is a walking trail by Goshougake Onsen, where you can observe geothermal activities associated with volcanoes. The snowshoes route leads you through fluffy new snow at an altitude of 1000m. The sight can make you want to dive into the snow right away! At the destination Oyunuma, you can see close up the whizzing steam rising up. It is a rare spot where you can feel with allbody and soul the planet Earth itself. We also have a coffee break. After walking, take a day-time bathing of Goshougake Onsen recommended. *The short course is suitable for beginners and those that are not confident in their physical ability. *The long course is the scenic route with more up-down trails. Recommended for the more adventurous and those that want to fully immerse in the snow experience.

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$18.35