Gastronomy shaped by nature, the climate, and the lives of locals
From Paris to Northern Japan: The Story Behind a Monumental Mural
Embark on an outdoor adventure and meet one of Japan’s most beloved dog breeds
Akita, one of Japan’s northernmost prefectures, is a massive region known for its hot springs, vibrant culture, enchanting winters, and natural beauty—from ocean sceneries along the Sea of Japan to lush mountains and plains. In this prefecture forged by the elements, food...
When one speaks of Léonard Foujita, or Tsuguharu Fujita as he is known in Japan, the image that often comes to mind is that of a cosmopolitan painter who conquered the Paris art world of the 1920s. In France and other French-speaking regions, he is remembered as a beloved...
Akita, situated in northern Japan’s Tohoku region, is an expansive prefecture famous for its nourishing hot springs, delicious cuisine, rich cultural heritage, and stunning natural beauty. This natural beauty is perhaps one of the prefecture’s greatest lures, attracting o...
Indulge your artist’s eye and cultural curiosities in Akita Prefecture! Located in Japan’s northern Tohoku region, Akita is renowned for its natural beauty, rejuvenating hot springs, delectable cuisine, adorable dog breed Akita Inu, vibrant art scene, and treasured cultur...
Located in Japan’s northern Tohoku region, Akita is the country’s sixth largest prefecture with something special to offer in every season. With a distinct climate, Akita has mastered its rice cultivation, sake making, and other local cuisine. Nestled in the mountains and...
Around 9 daily non-stop flights between Haneda Airport and Akita Airport, operated by JAL and ANA. Japan Explorer Pass
Board the Akita Shinkansen (Komachi) at Tokyo Station for a direct service to Akita Station JR East Pass
On your drive north, take the coastal highway E6 through Ibaraki, Fukushima and Miyagi, or take the inland E13 via E4 through Yamagata prefecture.
Around 6 daily non-stop flights between Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport) and Akita Airport, operated by JAL and ANA. Japan Explorer Pass
Take the Tokaido Shinkansen (Nozomi) from Shin-Osaka to Tokyo, then change to the Akita Shinkansen (Komachi) for a direct service to Akita Station. JR East Pass
Around 4 daily non-stop flights between Sapporo Okadama Airport (also New Chitose Airport) and Akita Airport, operated by JAL and ANA. Japan Explorer Pass
Take the Hokuto limited express from Shin-Sapporo Station for Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station, then change to a Hokkaido Shinkansen and journey to Morioka Station (Iwate), before changing to the Akita Shinkansen to reach Akita Station. JR East Pass
Around 2 daily non-stop flights between Chubu Centrair International Airport and Akita Airport, operated by ANA.
Take the Tokaido Shinkansen (Hikari) from Nagoya Station to Tokyo Station, then change to the Akita Shinkansen (Komachi) for a direct service to Akita Station. JR East Pass
Visit Akita Prefecture’s official tourism website to explore unique attractions and immerse yourself in the region’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes.
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