``Sandfish'' is a fish also known as ``Shinariuo.'' This fish is mainly caught on the Sea of Japan side, and has been featured in songs as a specialty of Akita Prefecture, and has become popular throughout the country.
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Mt. Chokai, which straddles Akita and Yamagata prefectures, is one of Japan's top 100 scenic spots and is also counted as one of Japan's 100 famous mountains. The altitude is over 2,300 meters, and the summit...
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If you live in Akita Prefecture, you have many opportunities to see lacquerware. Suddenly, a small bowl at a Japanese restaurant or a sake cup catches your eye...
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Akita is a place where the clear, blue water surface and the majestic nature of the mountains reflected in it captivate viewers. Only those in the know know...
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Fireworks displays are a must-see event unique to summer. It's a summer tradition that is loved all over Japan. The usual chants associated with fireworks displays...
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Although it is not well known, stone circles also exist in Japan. The Oyu stone circles in Towada Oyu, Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture, were created in the late Jomon period...
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Akita Prefecture is home to a variety of pottery, including Naraoka-yaki, a pottery with a mysterious blue color. Every piece of pottery has a unique history and is now used as a souvenir...
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The Akita Prefectural Museum of Art is located across the road from Senshu Park, the site of Kubota Castle, famous for its cherry blossoms. This place is located about 5 minutes walk from Akita Station...
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The Akita Citizen Market is located close to the station in Akita City, the capital of Akita Prefecture. It's about a 5 minute walk from the west exit of the station...
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When you think of pottery, what name comes to mind? When you think of representative Japanese pottery, you may think of Seto ware, Arita ware, Kutani ware, etc...
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