[Akita Inu Tourism] Experience feeling Akita, nature, hot springs, historical culture, local food, etc ... Let's go out. A trip to meet Akita dogs.
Regional Cooperation DMO Akita Inu Tourism
"Odate City, Kita Akita City, Kosaka Town, Kamiko Animura" located in the northern part of Akita Prefecture. "Akita Inu Tourism" is an experience, nature, hot springs, historical culture, local food, etc. that this area has with the world-famous dog breed "Akita Inu (AKITA)" as a hook. A regional alliance DMO that conveys the appeal of such things to the world.
At Activity Japan, the [Akita Inu Tourism] [
Experience
], We have started accepting reservations for various tour plans for various hands-on activities and traditional culture experience programs held in various parts of the area. Please enjoy the charm of Akita Prefecture, which has cultivated a culture unique to the Tohoku region, with beautiful nature that attracts the expressions of the four seasons in spring, summer, autumn and winter.
What is Akita Inu Tourism?
Akita Inu Tourism is a regional cooperation DMO (Destination Management Organization) consisting of four municipalities, Odate City, Kitaakita City, Kosaka Town, and Kamikoani Village in the northern part of Akita Prefecture. It was launched in April 2016 and was registered as a Japanese DMO corporation by the Japan Tourism Agency in November 2017. With the world-famous "Akita Inu" as a hook, we will actively disseminate the charm of Akita such as hot springs, food, and experiences to the world. We aim to revitalize the region.
[Stores] Akita Inu Tourism
[Address] 13-19 Sannomaru, Odate City, Akita Prefecture 017-0897
[Telephone number] 070-2020-3085
[Business Hours] 8: 30-17: 15
[Regular holidays] Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (December 29-January 3)
【home page】
https://visitakita.com/
Experience tour plan list
There are many ways to enjoy the traditional crafts, such as making your own Odate Bend Wappa, or riding a gondola to see the seasonal scenery of Mt. Moriyoshi. Please check here for reservations and details of each experience tour plan.
Agricultural experience
Why don't you experience the life of a farmer by making kiritanpo and farming while staying at a farmer's inn? We offer experiences and hospitality that will make you want to come back to Odate by interacting with the locals! At the farmhouse inn in Odate, you can experience making authentic kiritanpo with the farmer's mother, or relax at the nearest hot spring.
Nakayama soba that has been handed down from ancient times in the Nakayama district. We use buckwheat flour with condensed umami produced in a climate with a large temperature difference and yam, which is a specialty of Odate, to make buckwheat with a unique texture. The unique flavor, texture and throat of Nakayama soba is a dish that will make you feel at home. Local mothers will teach you how to make soba noodles cheerfully and politely. The taste of soba that you hit yourself is exceptional
Kiritanpo is famous as Akita's specialty, but the "home" is actually Odate City! Odate is Japan's number one producer of Kiritanpo soup stock and Hinai chicken, which is indispensable for ingredients, and the culture of eating Kiritanpo hotpot at home and at celebrations has taken root. In the authentic Kiritanpo making experience, you can enjoy the authentic taste using rich and delicious Hinai chicken. Ground
"Matagi" is an ethnic group that has been hunting in groups mainly in the north of Akita prefecture since ancient times. It is a rare chance to hear stories of hunting experiences from the active Matagi of the mysterious "MOUNTAIN Samurai" who has lived with the mountains while observing such strict rules. At "Matagi Zashiki", Mr. Matagi will talk about his hunting experiences, bear ecology, Matagi's tools and customs.
- 4.8
- (3 reviews / experiences)
Drone operation experience plan that can be enjoyed by beginners to experienced people [S course 1.5 hours] Five years after opening the drone school, you can experience fun drone operation with the kind and polite guidance of the instructor of the UAV division of Toko Ironworker Co., Ltd.! Let's challenge aerial photography and games while feeling the beautiful four seasons in an environment surrounded by nature in Akita. Aerial data will be handed over on the spot
[Akita Kosaka Town] Guided tour of the playhouse Korakukan
<About Korakukan> Korakukan was built in 1910 as a welfare facility for employees of Kosaka Mine in Akita Prefecture. It is characterized by its blend of Japanese and Western styles, which was rare at the time. What is noteworthy is that it is still an active playhouse. From late April to early November, popular plays and revue shows are performed once to three times a day. During the winter when there are no performances, the tour facilities are open.
"Matagi" is an ethnic group that has been hunting in groups mainly in the north of Akita prefecture since ancient times. It is a rare chance to hear stories of hunting experiences while walking in the mountains with the mysterious "MOUNTAIN Samurai" active Matagi who has lived with the mountains while observing such strict rules. Either the Tatemata Valley with Yasu no Taki or the Nakanomata Valley with Ichinotaki, Ninotaki, and Kobee Falls.
Odate City, Akita Prefecture, which is the center of the northern Tohoku region, has a rich food culture. Why do not you visit the seasonal ingredients at the public market that handles vegetables and fish at the same time, which is the only one in the north of Akita prefecture that supports the food culture? There are many spots to enjoy such as the powerful local vegetable auction and the fresh fish caught from the local Akita sea. Get up a little early and get up early in the morning
You can choose your favorite "experience kit" and experience handmade while enjoying the process of Odate Magewappa. Traditional craftsmen will directly and carefully support you until the completion! While enjoying the production process, it is an experience where you can learn about traditional techniques, Akita cedar, and how to handle magewappa. Various Magewappa works are exhibited and sold in the store.
The lovely Japanese garden "Karagata Kaikan", Keijo Park "Red Taiko Bridge", and "Ourokan". Experience Japanese traditional culture, enjoy tea in a kimono, and commemorate an elegant photo.
A sightseeing boat "Moriyoshi Maru" with an observation deck that goes back and forth between Taihei Lake Pier and Komata Gorge Pier. You can enjoy sightseeing in the lake and exploring the unexplored region ♪ Lake Taihei is an artificial lake with a circumference of 30km created by the completion of the Moriyoshi Dam, and is crowded with valley explorers and anglers. When you board the tour boat, you will arrive at the Komata Gorge Pier in about 15 minutes. There is a 1.8km promenade in Komata Gorge
Experience tour holding shop list
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Cooking class/food making
- Soba making experience/Soba making class
- Agricultural experience/rice planting experience
The ``Odate City Whole Experience Promotion Council'' welcomes you with a variety of experience menus, such as farming experiences and kiritanpo making experiences, based on the keywords ``Learn,'' ``Experience,'' and ``Interact.'' Why not stay in a farm inn in Odate City, Akita Prefecture, the hometown of the faithful dog Hachiko, and experience the life of a farmer, such as cooking local cuisine such as kiritanpo hot pot and working on the farm? I'm sure it will become a "second hometown" that you'll want to come back to.
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Trekking (climbing/hiking)
- Snowshoes/snow trekking
- Traditional culture experience
Located in the Ani region of inland Akita Prefecture, at the foot of Mt. Moriyoshi and home to the Matagi, this is a facility where you can take a day trip to a hot spring, have meals, stay overnight, and experience the life of the ``MOUNTAIN Samurai'' Matagi. At the attached [Matagi Museum] and Matagi School, we will guide you through an unusual and exciting time, such as housing, food, fighting and interacting with wild animals, beliefs and rules, etc. The 56.6 degree hot springs that flow directly from the source are chloride springs that warm up well and do not get cold. For meals, you can enjoy Matagi's traditional cuisine ``jango cuisine'', as well as bear hotpot, rabbit hotpot, kiritanpo hotpot, etc. We also offer Matagi no Yume, the first dark sake in Akita Prefecture that was licensed to make Doburoku (Doburoku Special Zone), and you can also enjoy sightseeing in the surrounding area, such as Mt. Moriyoshi and Yasu-no-taki.
- 4.9
- (7 reviews)
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Hachimantai, Kazuno, Lake Towada
- others
- Traditional culture experience
- guided tour
Kosaka Town in Akita Prefecture is a town that prospered due to the Kosaka Mine. The Meiji era playhouse ``Korakukan'' was built in 1910 as a welfare facility for Kosaka Mine employees. Korakukan, a playhouse from the Meiji period that is a nationally important cultural property, is still in operation for more than 100 years and still performs regular plays (popular plays) from April to November. Every year, the "Shitamachi Kabuki-gumi" performs popular theater performances twice a day, and sometimes three times a day. Because it is designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages and genders, we have many visitors throughout the year, and during the season, we also receive students on school trips from all over the country. After a century, we hope you will enjoy the ``Tokiuchi Shibai'' performances at Korakukan, a playhouse that is still in operation today, as well as a guided tour. Although there are no regular performances during the winter period (December to March), the museum is open except during the year-end and New Year holidays, and you can enjoy special tours of the facility with guided staff. (Excluding times when the hall is rented, performances, etc.) With the set plan, you can also enjoy a tour of the Kosaka Mine Office, which was built in 1905 and is located a 3-minute walk away. Experience the history and culture of Kosaka Mine and enjoy the magnificent architectural beauty.
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Fishing experience
- Agricultural experience/rice planting experience
- guided tour
- 4.8
- (3 reviews)
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Drone experience
This is Toko Iron Works Co., Ltd. UAV Division! Our company develops, manufactures, and teaches drones at the former Yukisawa Elementary School, which is now closed! We also have a gymnasium, so you can experience it even in rain, snow, or strong winds!
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Traditional culture experience
- Woodworking experience/woodworking class
- Making Japanese miscellaneous goods
Established in 1959 by Tetsuro Sakaitani. We handle everything from purchasing logs to sawing, bending, sewing cherry bark, bottoming, and finishing. Magewappa is made by 26 craftsmen, including 5 traditional craftsmen. In addition to the traditional Magewappa, we continue to make Magewappa in a variety of designs that suit modern lifestyles. At Odate Kogeisha's handicraft studio, which opened in 2018, you can experience making magewappa, tour the manufacturing factory, and view and purchase many items at the attached showroom.
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Traditional culture experience
- Kimono rental
We aim to be the best partner salon that vividly decorates the life scenes of customers with their own unique sense of style.
- Tohoku
- Akita
- Odate / Noshiro
- Trekking (climbing/hiking)
- Cruising/onboard party
- Pleasure boat/water bus
The pleasure boat "Moriyoshi Maru" will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year, but it is still in active service. However, transportation is not convenient. The only way to get there is to take the Akita Nairiku Line or a rental car from Kakunodate Station on the Akita Shinkansen. If you are taking the Akita Nairiku Line, we recommend arriving at Animaeda Station at 12:30. If you are staying at Moriyoshi Sanso, please use the free shuttle service from the station to the mountain villa and take a tour taxi from the mountain villa to Taihei Lake Greenhouse. (1,500 yen per person: 3,000 yen round trip) If you are not staying at Moriyoshi Sanso, you will need to take a tour taxi from Animaeda Station to Taiheiko Greenhouse. (2,000 yen per person: 4,000 yen round trip) For groups of 20 or more people, we will pick you up from the station for free.
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