2-night, 3-day sample itinerary around Akita and Southern Hokkaido
Enjoy traditional culture and hot springs in Akita prefecture on the first day, mingle with the local people in the southern Hokkaido area on the second day, and followed by sightseeing in Hakodate on the third day. This route allows you to fully enjoy Akita and southern Hokkaido.
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Akita Station
Sightseeing in Akita
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The Akita Traditional Folk Art Museum exhibits items of interest on the Kanto Festival, the biggest festival in Akita, as well as other folk events. At Akita Dog Station, visitors can interact with the Akita-inu, a dog breed named after this area.
About 15 minutes on foot from JR Akita Station.
Akita Traditional Folk Art Museum (Neburi Nagashi Museum)
Basic Information
- Address
- 1-3-30, Omachi, Akita, Akita
- TEL
- 018-866-7091
- URL
- https://www.akita-yulala.jp/en/see/akita-city-folklore-and-performing-arts-center
About 10 minutes on foot.
Akita Dog Station
Basic Information
- Address
- 1-4-1, Nakadori, Akita, Akita (Area Nakaichi 1F)
- TEL
- 018-807-2535 (ONE FOR AKITA)
- URL
- * Reference
https://www.akita-yulala.jp/en/
About 5 minutes on foot.
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Akita Station
About 45 minutes by Shinkansen.
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Kakunodate Station
Sightseeing in Kakunodate
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With a thick grove and massive residences, even now Kakunodate maintains an atmosphere of the feudal government era. The Little Kyoto in Tohoku has a traditional sort of feel, as its name suggests. It is also known as a good cherry blossom viewing spot.
Kakunodate Samurai Residences
Basic Information
- Address
- Kakunodatemachi, Senboku, Akita
- TEL
- URL
- https://tazawako-kakunodate.com/
About 15 minutes by JR Tazawako Line
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Tazawako Station
About 50 minutes by local bus.
Nyuto Onsenkyo
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Nyuto Onsenkyo is the group of seven hot springs scattered on the foot of Mt. Nyuto. Each spring has its own feel to it, and visitors can use the pass called "Yumeguri-cho" to try all 7 hot springs.
Nyuto Onsenkyo
Basic Information
- Address
- Tazawako, Senboku, Akita
- TEL
- URL
- http://ryokan.glocal-promotion.com/
Nyuto Onsen (overnight stay)
About 50 minutes by local bus
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Tazawako Station
About 35 minutes by JR Tazawako Line.
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Morioka Station
About 1 hour and 50 minutes by Shinkansen.
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Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
About 35 minutes by rental car.
Sightseeing in Shikabe
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Shikabe is a neighbouring town of Hakodate. The natural hot spring fountain seen at the roadside station is a rare sight in Japan. The wives of local fishermen here offer cooking classes for making local homemade dishes.
Roadside Station Shikabe Geyser Park
Basic Information
- Address
- 18-1, Shikabe, Shikabecho, Kayabe-gun, Hokkaido
- TEL
- 01372-7-5655
- URL
- https://en.visit-hokkaido2.jp/travelPlanner/details.php?code=6203005000173
Hama-no-Kasan local cooking experience
Basic Information
- Address
- 18-1, Shikabe, Shikabecho, Kayabe-gun, Hokkaido
- TEL
- 01372-7-5655 (Roadside Station Shikabe Geyser Park) ※Please reserve at least one week in advance.
- URL
- https://en.visit-hokkaido2.jp/travelPlanner/details.php?code=6203005000173
About 25 minutes by rental car.
Onuma Quasi-National Park
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The Quasi-National Park is located on the foot of Mt. Komagatake. There are lakes, marshes, and a vast forest in the area. People can enjoy various activities throughout the year, such as canoeing in summer, or smelt fishing in winter.
Onuma Quasi-National Park
Basic Information
- Address
- Nanaecho, Kameda-gun, Hokkaido
- TEL
- 0138-67-3020 (Nanae Onuma International Tourism and Convention Association)
- URL
- http://onumakouen.com/en/
Onuma Quasi-National Park (overnight stay)
About 30 minutes by rental car.
Kijihiki Highland Panoramic Observation Deck
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The panoramic observaton deck sits at an elevation of 560m. It has a great view of the Tsugaru Strait, Mt. Hakodate, Onuma, and Mt. Komagatake. The railway viaduct of the Hokkaido Shinkansen is said to resemble a huge arc with a radius of curvature of 3,000m.
Kijihiki Highland Panoramic Observation Deck
Basic Information
- Address
- 174, Murayama, Hokuto, Hokkaido
- TEL
- URL
- * Reference
https://en.visit-hokkaido.jp/
About 20 minutes by rental car.
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Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
About 15 minutes via Hakodate Liner.
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Hakodate Station
Sightseeing in Hakodate
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Hakodate opened its port in 1859, and adopted western culture instantaneously. As a result, its streetscape is modern, and with a familiar sense of nostalgia at the same time. Hakodate is a popular tourist destination famous for its fresh seafood.
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse
Basic Information
- Address
- 14-12, Suehiro-cho, Hakodate, Hokkaido
- TEL
- 0138-27-5530
- URL
- https://www.hakodate.travel/en/sightseeing_spots/shopping-spot/kanemori-red-brick-warehouse-stores
About 10 minutes on foot
Motomachi area
Basic Information
- Address
- Motomachi, Hakodate
- TEL
- URL
- https://www.hakodate.travel/en/sightseeing_spots/historic-building/motomachi-tourist-information-center
About 5 minutes on foot, about 10 minutes from the tram station Suehirocho.
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Hakodate Station
About 20 minutes via Hakodate Liner from Hakodate Station.
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Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
Recommended Dishes
Kiritanpo Nabe (Akita)
Akita-style pounded rice stew
Shikabe-no-Tarako (Shikabe)
Pollock roe from Shikabe
Wine (Southern Hokkaido)
https://en.visit-hokkaido2.jp/travelPlanner/details.php?code=6411004000061