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Things to Do in Akita

Come face to face with the Namahage (Photo: Maltese Gallery)

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If you're visiting Akita, check out this list of top tips and things to do to make the most of your time there.

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Akita's Lake Tazawa 10

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..

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Namahage Museum in Akita

Namahage Museum in Akita

Justin Velgus

You can’t go anywhere in Akita without seeing references to the demon figures known as namahage. Find out what they are and wh..

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Senshu Park

Senshu Park

Justin Velgus

Take a break from the busy city just minutes from the station. It's Akita's Sensu Park.

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Oyasu Ravine

Oyasu Ravine

Justin Velgus

The Oyasu area is famous for its volcanic activity deep down in the Earth. The area is strewn with heated pools of water and hot..

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Osarizawa Mine in Akita

Osarizawa Mine in Akita

Justin Velgus

The mines of northern Akita were once the largest of Japan, and at one time, the world! Enter the darkness and discover secret..

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Akita Kanto Matsuri Festival 6

Akita Kanto Matsuri Festival

Bonson Lam

The heroics of the lantern bearers loom large and you can come close and personal with the teams vying for the best kanto bearer...

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Kakunodate - a Trip Back in Time

Kakunodate - a Trip Back in Time

Steve Morton

Kakunodate: Experience ancient Japan in one of the few places where you can escape the chaotic and modern metropolis. Visit the..

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Dakigaeri Gorge 7

Dakigaeri Gorge

Mandy Bartok

Dakigaeri Gorge offers visitors stunning views of mountains, waterfalls and an iridescent blue river from the easy-to-walk hiking..

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Akita Museum of Art

Akita Museum of Art

Anonymous

The Akita Museum of Art plays homage to Tsuguharu Foujita, with a permanent collection tracing his life and works. His Book of..

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Akita Inu and Akita Prefecture

Akita Inu and Akita Prefecture

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The link bewteen the Akita Inu (Dog) and Akita Prefecture

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Akita Top Things to Do

Akita Top Things to Do

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Akita prefecture is located in Northwest Tohoku, stretching along the coast facing the Sea of Japan.

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