Akita Prefecture
秋田県

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Beautiful Nature and Lakeside: Akita Prefecture is dotted with lakes and mountains, especially beautiful lakeside scenery such as Lake Towada and Lake Tazawa. The area is rich in nature in each of the four seasons.
Namahage and Akita Dogs: Namahage, a well-known winter tradition in Akita Prefecture, is a local tradition, and the omikuji at Itsukushima Shrine is also famous. Akita dogs also originated in this region, and their cute appearance is attractive.
Kakunodate Buke Yashiki Street: Kakunodate City is home to historic samurai residences and a beautiful townscape that retains the atmosphere of the Edo period. A stroll through the samurai residences is popular.
Delicious local cuisine: In Akita Prefecture, visitors can enjoy Inaniwa udon noodles, Akita's famous Kiritanpo hot pot, and other local dishes from the Tohoku region of Akita. The dishes are made with fresh local ingredients and are exquisite.
Mt. Chokai in Daisen City: Mt. Chokai rises on the border of Akita and Yamagata prefectures and offers beautiful seasonal scenery. Hiking and mountain climbing can be enjoyed.
Industrial Tourism and Yuzawa City: Akita Prefecture is also known for its industrial tourism, such as traditional crafts and sake brewery tours. Yuzawa City also has hot spring resorts where you can both sightsee and relax.