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Turquoise river with Leaves turning color in Dakigaeri Valley - Senboku, Akita, Japan
Turquoise river with Leaves turning color in Dakigaeri Valley - Senboku, Akita, Japan

Discover Akita, Japan

Cherry Blossoms. Samurai History.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Akita, Japan

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

By the Hinokinai river Kakunodate City Akita Prefecture Japan The cherry blossoms that stand along the beautiful pink cherry blossoms and the bright green grass are perfect for the Hanami holiday. Discover the beautiful pink cherry blossoms on a stroll along the Hinokinai River.
Green and lush terrace rice paddies and fields in Akita prefecture, Tohoku region, northern Japan, Asia Green and lush terrace rice paddies and fields in Akita prefecture, Tohoku region
Red bridge at Kami No Iwahashi in Dakigaeri Valley - Senboku, Akita, Japan Red bridge at Kami No Iwahashi in Dakigaeri Valley - Senboku
mototaki waterfalls, Akita, japan Mototaki Waterfalls
Kubota castle in Akita Kubota Castle

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

View of Tamagawa Hot Spring at sunny day in Akita, Japan. Tamagawa is the highest flow rate hot spring, it has the most acidic water in Japan.

Famous For

Known for its natural beauty, Akita is home to mountains, hiking trails and volcanic hot springs that attract visitors from around the world.

KIRITANPO-NABE, hot pot with rice sticks、chicken and vegetables

Exquisite Flavours

Be sure to try Kiritanpo Nabe, a warming local hot pot with pounded rice sticks, perfect for chilly evenings.

300 year old samurai house in Kakunodate, Japan during Fall.

Fun Facts

Japan's best-preserved samurai district is in nearby Kakunodate.

Port Name & Location

Port of Akita, Japan
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Japanese.
To say hello, say, “Kon ‘nichiwa.”

 

Time Zone

Japanese Standard Time (JST) (UTC/GMT +9)

Currency & Shopping

Akita's local currency is Yen (pronounced without the Y).
Sake, Inaniwa Udon dry noodles, Kinman (a sweet confection of white bean paste) and Ginsenzaiku (fine, thread-like silver wire formed to create exquisite jewellery).

Featured Akita Itineraries

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