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Submerged forest at Lake Akiogi

The submerged forest at Lake Akiogi can only be seen from May to June! The mysterious sight of trees floating on the lake...

In Senboku City, Akita Prefecture, north of Lake Tazawa, there is a dam lake called Lake Shusenko, where you can see a mysterious sight for a limited time. This time, we will introduce the "Submerged Forest of Lake Shusenko.".

AoiwaAoiwa2023.07.18

Oga Peninsula, Akita Prefecture: Meet the real Namahage! Namahage Museum and Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum...

What impression do you have of Namahage? I had the image of a scary demon who goes around to each house on New Year's Eve, threatening children by asking, "Are there any naughty children here?".

natsukinatsuki2023.06.05

[Misato Town, Akita Prefecture] Niteko Cider? An exquisite cider made from Akita's pure water

Niteko Cider, a popular local cider, is a traditional cider made from pure water in Misato Town, Akita Prefecture, with a refreshing and exquisite taste. Served at a cafe using...

ikokeikoke2023.05.17

[Akita Prefecture] Basketball and soccer are hot in Akita, the land of beauty! [Among the six Tohoku prefectures...

When it comes to sports in Akita Prefecture, many people will think of Noshiro Technical High School, which has won the national high school basketball championship a total of 58 times. Noshiro Technical High School will be merged in 2021...

DaiwaConsilioDaiwaConsilio2023.05.16

[Misato Town, Akita Prefecture] Rokugo Springs: 120 Springs That Have Enriched People's Lives

The Rokugo area of ​​Misato Town, Akita Prefecture, is known as the "Rokugo Spring Group," a region famous for its famous spring water. Misato Town is located in the center of the Yokote Basin, which stretches from Yuzawa City to Senboku City, stretching north to south...

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.05.11

[Tohoku] Strange festivals in Tohoku!? Introducing 6 festivals that will surprise people from other prefectures

Japanese people are a festival-loving people. There are festivals held somewhere in Japan all year round. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, festivals themselves have been put on hold for the past few years, but with the lifting of restrictions on movement, this year...

SatomioriSatomiori2023.05.08

Lavender at Misato Town Lavender Garden

[Misato Town, Akita Prefecture] A purple landscape found in Akita! Misato Town Lavender Garden is a soothing...

When you think of majestic lavender fields, many people think of Furano in Hokkaido. However, you can also see a spectacular purple carpet in Misato Town, Akita Prefecture, that is just as impressive as Hokkaido's.

ikokeikoke2023.05.01

[Tohoku] Where should you go during Golden Week 2023? How about visiting zoos and aquariums in Tohoku?

With restrictions on movement now lifted, tourist destinations across the country are expected to be bustling this Golden Week. This year's Golden Week is expected to see many visitors, not only from Japan but also from overseas...

SatomioriSatomiori2023.04.26

What is the salad agar that you should try when you visit Akita? The taste is not obvious just from the name...

Akita Prefecture is home to a wealth of delicious foods. Most of these are loved by tourists from outside the prefecture and are often purchased as souvenirs. One food that stands out among Akita's specialties is "sa...

SatomioriSatomiori2023.03.14

Hot springs spring up where there are no volcanoes! See the mysteries of the Earth up close at Yuzawa Geo...

Yuzawa City in Akita Prefecture, which borders Yamagata and Miyagi prefectures, is famous for its local industries such as Inaniwa udon noodles and sake. As the name "Yuzawa" suggests, it is also home to many hot springs, including Oyasukyo Onsen, Oyu Onsen, and Akinomiya Onsen.

NORIJUNNORIJUN2023.03.09

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