Akita Prefecture

Get off the beaten path and immerse yourself in Akita's unique culture and landscapes on this guided tour from the Akita port cruise terminal. With a private vehicle, the day reaches deep into the Semboku area (roughly 45-70km from the port) to take in the full range of highlights: the well-preserv...

• Samurai District
• Tazawa Lake
• Gozanoishi Shrine
• Senshu Park
• Kubota Castle

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Kakunodate is a former castle town which flourished during the Edo period. Known as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku”, the town is home to a district 800-meters in radius consisting of samurai residences and traditional architecture popular with both domestic and international tourists. The samurai resid...

• Ando Jozo Brewery Honten

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

This is a guided culinary tour through the unique cultural and undiscovered sights of Kakunodate in Akita Prefecture. 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!

• Kakunodate
• Ando Jozo Brewery Honten
• Iwahashi Samurai House
• Kakunodate Kabazaiku Center Bukeyashikidori

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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...

• Kakunodate
• Katakurikan
• Semboku

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

This private and customizable tour for Akita city (in Akita Prefecture) is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace. Discover 4-5 attractions in Akita City at your own pa...

• Akita Museum Of Art
• Senshu Park

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Moderate Cancellation Policy:, We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event, We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event, We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event, PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:, After your booking, you will receive a link to the Akita Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Akita Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date, Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences, If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable, Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today, Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking), Custom Itinerary:, Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour, How far in advance should I book?, Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund, What if I'm late, We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time, Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need helpb, Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled, Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions, Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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 c...

• Masuda Storehouses

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Premiere Tour of Akita. Our first stop is Lake Tazawa. 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. Next we visit Kakunodate town. You can see how samurai lived in s...

• Statue of Tatsuko
• Tazawa Lake
• Kakunodate

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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 use...

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Discover the diverse character of Akita on a private shore excursion combining beautiful landscapes, samurai heritage, local cuisine, and traditional culture. Enjoy views of Lake Tazawa before exploring Kakunodate, one of Japan’s best-preserved samurai districts, with visits to historic residences s...

• Akita Port Cruise Ship Terminal
• Kyowa Michi-no-Eki
• Katamaeyama Forest Park
• Tazawa Lake
• Statue of Tatsuko
• Ando Jozo Brewery Honten
• Senshu Park
• Akita Port Cruise Ship Terminal

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Specialized infant seats are available, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons., We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only. Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance. This 6-hour route from Akita Port focuses on the highlights of the Oga Peninsula...

• Mt. Kampu
• Namahage Museum
• Michi no Eki Oga Ogare
• Unosaki Beach
• Port Tower Selion

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.