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Akita Prefecture (秋田)
Our Recommendation
3.5/5
Review: Consider visiting if you have the time

Akita Prefecture, situated in the northern part of Japan, is a popular spot for people who are fond of outdoor activities and interested in history. The Hachimantai area offers a wide range of outdoor pursuits, while the well-preserved samurai district in Kakunodate showcases Japan’s feudal past. Every year, many visitors attend the Yokote Snow Festival’s snow huts and Japan’s national fireworks competition in Omagari.

Akita Prefecture (秋田)

Our Recommendation
3.5/5
Consider visiting if you have the time

Akita Prefecture, situated in the northern part of Japan, is a popular spot for people who are fond of outdoor activities and interested in history. The Hachimantai area offers a wide range of outdoor pursuits, while the well-preserved samurai district in Kakunodate showcases Japan’s feudal past. Every year, many visitors attend the Yokote Snow Festival’s snow huts and Japan’s national fireworks competition in Omagari.

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Places to visit in Akita

Yokote Snow Festival

Our Recommendation
4/5
Experience the famous festival held in February in the city of Yokote
Best time to visit: 18:00 - 21:00
Duration: 1 -3 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

The Yokote Snow Festival, also known as Yokote no Yuki Matsuri, is a unique and vibrant winter festival held annually in the city of Yokote in the Akita prefecture of Japan.This festival, which takes place every year in February, is a celebration of winter, and a celebration of the unique culture and traditions of the people of Yokote.

Nyuto Onsenkyo

Our Recommendation
4/5
Area with many nice Onsens. Visiting in the autumn is our recommendation
Best time to visit: May - October
Duration: Several hours
Price: 500 - 1,000 Yen (Price of amenities may not be included)
Activities: Sightseeing, Onsen

Nyuto Onsenkyo (乳頭温泉郷) is a hot spring resort located in the Akita prefecture of Japan. Known for its natural hot springs, beautiful scenery and traditional Japanese inns, Nyuto Onsenkyo has been a popular destination for tourists and locals for centuries.

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Potential Itineraries

A Cultural Day Trip to Kamakura

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A great travel option if you want to stay close to Tokyo
Number of Days: 1 day
Sub-destination: Kamakura
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Hakone

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Experience the Japanese Onsen culture
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Hakone
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

1~2 Day trip to Nikko

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Experience Mother Nature while learning about Japanese History
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Nikko
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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