Things to do in Akita

• Age 6～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

This set plan includes a one-day lift ticket and meal voucher for Lake Tazawa Ski Resort, all at a discount when you use the Akita Winter Asobi Discount Coupon. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding to your heart's content, and enjoy a ¥1,500 lunch from a wide selection of ski resort food. Please collect your ticket at the lift ticket counter. <Weekdays: 50% off> Adults: ¥6,800 → ¥3,400 Children: ¥3,200 → ¥1,600 <Saturdays, Sundays, and New Year's period (December 31st to January 3rd): 25% off> Adults: ¥6,800 → ¥5,100 Children: ¥3,200 → ¥2,400 Please display the required electronic ticket and present it at the lift ticket counter.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:15

This set plan includes a one-day lift ticket for Lake Tazawa Ski Resort and a ski school pass, all at a great price when you use the Akita Winter Asobi Discount Coupon. Ski and snowboard lessons for beginners to advanced skiers! Use the set of five 1,000 yen ski school passes to suit your lesson needs. *Remaining tickets can be carried over to your next lesson, but weekday passes cannot be used on weekends. *Advance reservations are required for lessons. *Only general lessons, preschool lessons, elementary school lessons, and private lessons for up to three people are available (please contact us for other lessons). *Reservations must be made by 12:00 three days before the school day. *Reservations can be made via the advance application form on the Lake Tazawa Ski Resort website, or by email or fax. ◆To students: Reception hours: 9:00-9:55, 12:30-13:10 Reception location: Ski Center "Rera" 1st floor Ski school reception Lesson hours: 10:00-12:00, 13:15-15:15 *Please collect your warm-up exercise tickets from the lift ticket counter five minutes before the start of the lesson. *No change will be given for amounts less than 1,000 yen. <Weekdays: Up to 5,000 yen discount> Adults: 10,300 yen -> 5,300 yen Children: 6,700 yen -> 3,350 yen <Weekends, holidays, and New Year period (12/31-1/3): 25% discount> Adults: 10,300 yen -> 7,725 yen Children: 6,700 yen -> 5,025 yen If you are using an electronic ticket, please display the required ticket and present it at the lift ticket counter.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 17:00

"Kakunodate's Fire-Sweeping Kamakura" is a fantastical festival where magnificent rings of fire dance in the snow. It is a Little New Year event in which participants tie a rope about one meter long to a straw charcoal bag, light the bag, and then hold the end of the rope and swing it around their bodies, praying for good health and safety in their homes. ~Special Experience~ - Fire-swinging Kamakura experience using happi coats and hand towels exclusive to this tour - A history guide will tell you about the history of the Fire-swinging Kamakura - A free novelty gift ~Experience Details~ 12:00 Registration for participants begins. After registration, enjoy the "Akita's Little New Year "Snow Cherry Blossoms * Kakunodate" -AKITA Traditional Winter Festival-". 17:00 Re-assemble at the storehouse in front of Kakunodate Station 17:30 A history guide will talk about the history of the Hifuri Kamakura 17:45 Move to the Hifuri Kamakura experience venue 18:00 Hifuri experience (Honmachi Street venue) 19:15 Fill out a questionnaire and the tour will end. (Disband at the Honmachi Street venue) *The above timetable is a guideline. Please note that the schedule may change depending on the situation on the day.

• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Please use Lake Tazawa Ski Resort's one-day lift ticket and a set of five rental tickets worth 1,000 yen each, depending on the equipment you wish to rent. You can carry over any remaining tickets to your next trip, but weekday tickets cannot be used on weekends.) Enjoy skiing and snowboarding! ◆Regarding advance rental reservations: Please check the rental agreement on the Lake Tazawa Ski Resort website, then fill out an advance application form (Excel), apply by email or fax, and collect your tickets at the lift ticket counter. *Change under 1,000 yen will not be given. <Weekdays: Up to 5,000 yen discount> Adults: 10,300 yen -> 5,300 yen Children: 6,700 yen -> 3,350 yen <Weekends, holidays, and New Year period (12/31-1/3): 25% discount> Adults: 10,300 yen -> 7,725 yen Children: 6,700 yen -> 5,025 yen If you are using an electronic ticket, please display the required ticket and present it at the lift ticket counter.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

[Akita Winter Fun Discount] Get up to 50% off during our campaign! (Valid until February 28, 2026) Be sure to enter the four-character coupon code AKT1 (for weekdays/50% off) or AKT2 (for weekends/25% off) at time of purchase. The displayed price is before the discount. By applying the coupon at time of purchase, you can enjoy a discounted price (up to 50% off the total purchase amount, up to a maximum of ¥6,000 per person per trip). Enjoy a snowshoeing experience at the foot of the Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains, a World Heritage Site. Walking on the fluffy snow will be a special memory. You might even be able to dive into the snow! Can you spot animal footprints? Coffee (or cocoa) brewed with Shirakami spring water and roasted marshmallows are also included. A transfer option is available for those who are worried about driving on snowy roads. *If you require transfer service, please message us when booking. ★Recommended for★ ・Want to try snowshoeing?・Want to play in the snow? ・Want to relieve everyday stress? ・Need transportation? ・Want to create memories with your family? [Sample Schedule] 10:00 AM Meeting: After equipment confirmation, departure 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM After a lecture on how to put on snowshoes and how to walk, enjoy a snow hike. Walk freely, dive into the snow, and observe animal footprints. Enjoy coffee and roasted marshmallows during the break. 3:00 PM Disbandment *The above schedule is a guideline. Please note that the schedule may change depending on the conditions on the day. [About the location] Depending on snow conditions, the location may be changed to another location (such as Mount Moriyoshi). In that case, an additional gondola fee may be required.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 17:30 / 19:30

Akita Winter Fun Discount: 50% off your experience with this campaign, running until February 28, 2026! Be sure to enter the four-character coupon code AKT1 (for weekdays/50% off) or AKT2 (for weekends/25% off) at the time of purchase. The displayed price is before the discount. Apply the coupon at the time of purchase to receive a 50% discount. This bonfire experience is located at the foot of the Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains, a World Heritage Site. You can participate empty-handed. A camping instructor will assist you with starting the fire, so even beginners can feel at ease. Available year-round. In winter, experience the feeling of camping in the snow. If you wish, you can also try batoning and feather stick making. The experience lasts approximately two hours. A hot drink (coffee, cocoa, Kuromoji tea, etc.) and roasted marshmallows are included. ★Recommended for★ ・Want a casual experience without having to bring anything with you ・Interested in bonfires but finding it difficult to do it yourself ・Want to relieve everyday stress ・Want to try batoning ・Staying at a nearby accommodation but have free time in the evenings! ・Also great for "fire education" for children.

• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

This plan includes a tour of an apple liquor and hard cider brewery and a tasting experience. This is a valuable experience that can only be found in Yokote! ■Experience time (approximately 30 minutes): 16:00-/17:00-/18:00-■Fee: 1,000 yen/person

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day

This set includes a lift ticket (equivalent to a one-day ticket) for Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Resort and a one-time hot spring bath ticket for Yamayuri Onsen Hotel Blanc, which is directly connected to the slopes.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Snow is fun! Experience making a mini snow hut using Yokote's high-quality snow! Anyone, from families with children to those who just want to experience snow, is welcome to participate. Kamakura, a winter tradition in Akita Prefecture, has a history of approximately 450 years in Yokote as a New Year's celebration to worship the water god. The Yokote Snow Festival is held every year in mid-February and is famous for the construction of approximately 80 approximately 3-meter-tall kamakura throughout the city. In addition, approximately 2,000 mini kamakura are built by locals and children every year in the elementary school playground and Hebi-no-saki Riverside area near the festival venue, and are enveloped in soft candlelight at night. Why not create your own unique mini kamakura using the snow from Yokote, a region known for its heavy snowfall and the home of kamakura? Participants will receive a small souvenir.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 12:00

This plan combines three elements: food, art, and hot springs. Enjoy a hot spring bath, a meal, and an experiential attraction by Warabiza! ◇Festival Stage "This is Akita!"◇An experiential attraction where you can join in on the festival stage with the help of the theater troupe Warabiza, using drums and lanterns! *Includes snacks and one drink.◇Meal◇A Japanese meal featuring "Hina Jidori Chicken Kiritanpo Miso Nabe" made with miso from Ando Brewery, a long-established brewery in Kakunodate, Senboku City. *Children's meals will be provided for young children.◇Bath◇Relax in the natural hot springs of Onsen Yupopo.・If you are booking the 11:00 course, [Meeting/Registration] Akita Art Village Hot Spring Yupopo Hotel Building (yellow building) [Festival Stage "This is Akita!" from 11:00] Festival Stage Interactive Attractions (approx. 40 minutes) *Includes snacks and one drink [Meal from 12:00] Akita Art Village Hot Spring Yupopo Hotel Building [Bathing from 13:00] Akita Art Village Hot Spring Yupopo Hot Spring Building ・If you are booking the 12:00 course, [Meeting/Registration] Akita Art Village Hot Spring Yupopo Hotel Building [Meal from 12:00] Akita Art Village Hot Spring Yupopo Hotel Building [Bathing from 13:00] Akita Art Village Hot Spring Yupopo Hot Spring Building [Festival Stage "This is Akita!" from 13:45] Festival Stage Interactive Attractions (approx. 40 minutes) *Includes snacks and one drink

• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 59
• Over 6 hours on the day

〇Lift ticket (1-day adult ticket: junior high school students and above) + meal (worth 1,000 yen) Regular price: 3,300 yen + 1,000 yen = 4,300 yen △Even if the resort closes early due to lack of snow, etc., the purchased amount will not be refunded. Please purchase the amount you intend to use.

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

A plan for skiing and snowboarding at Ani Ski Resort, including a meal voucher worth up to 1,000 yen!

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Ani Ski Resort's one-day ski and snowboard experience ticket includes ski and snowboard rental.

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 09:30 / 13:00

Enjoy an extraordinary world with the powerful VR (Virtual Reality). There are three programs available: "Dinosaur Caricatures," "Ultra Reverse Bungee," and "Horror! Dragging Punishment." Each program is approximately 5 minutes long. You can enjoy an intense experience. Please specify the program you would like to watch at the general information desk at the main entrance and show the screen of your purchased ticket. VR attraction opening hours: Weekdays: 9:30-16:00 (last admission 15:30) Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and New Year's holidays: 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30) Closed: Tuesday, January 20th to Thursday, January 29th, 2026

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

This plan allows you to enjoy both Wonder Castle, where you can enjoy trick art and a large ball pool, and Starry Sky Exploration Hall Spacia, where you can watch images of the starry sky on a spectacular screen. Please present your purchased ticket screen at the main entrance/general information desk or at the entrance to each facility. For Starry Sky Exploration Hall Spacia, please specify the program you would like to watch. <Available Hours> Wonder Castle Weekdays: 9:30-16:00 (last entrance 15:30) Weekends, Holidays, and New Year's Holidays: 9:30-16:40 (last entrance 16:10) Starry Sky Exploration Hall Spacia: As per the screening times of each program (admission closes 5 minutes before each program) *Please check the Akita Furusato Village website for screening times of each program. Closed: January 20th (Tue) - 29th (Thu), 2026

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 7～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

Ani Ski Resort's one-day ski and snowboard experience ticket includes rental of skis, snowboards, and clothing.

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Akita Furusato Village's "Handmade Studio" offers a menu of handmade experiences for adults and small children alike. Why not try making an original piece of art as a keepsake or souvenir? Please present your purchase ticket screen at the Handmade Studio on the second floor of Akita Furusato Village. Akita Furusato Village Handmade Studio opening hours: 9:30-16:00 (last entry at 14:30) Closed: January 20th (Tue) - 29th (Thu), 2026

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 7～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Enjoy an extraordinary world with the powerful VR (Virtual Reality) experience. Three programs are available: "Dinosaur Caricatures," "Ultra Reverse Bungee Jumping," and "Horrifying! Dragging Punishment." Each program is approximately 5 minutes long. Enjoy an intense experience. Includes admission to Wonder Castle, where you can enjoy trick art, ball pits, athletics, and other physical activities. Please specify the program you would like to watch at the general information desk at the main entrance and show the purchased ticket screen. VR attraction business hours: Weekdays = 9:30-12:00, 13:00-16:00 (last admission 15:30) Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and New Year's holidays = 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30) Closed = January 20th (Tue) - 29th (Thu) 2026 Akita Furusato Village Wonder Castle business hours: Weekdays = 9:30-16:00 (last admission 15:30) Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and New Year's holidays = 9:30-16:40 (last admission 16:10) Closed = January 20th (Tue) - 29th (Thu) 2026

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Experience an extraordinary world with the thrilling VR (virtual reality) experience. We offer three programs: "Dinosaur Caricature," "Ultra Reverse Bungee Jump," and "Horrifying! Dragging Punishment." Each program lasts approximately five minutes, ensuring a truly immersive experience. At the Starry Sky Exploration Museum SPACIA, one of the largest planetariums in the Tohoku region, you can enjoy popular programs on a spectacular screen. Please select the program you wish to watch at the general information desk at the main entrance and present your purchased ticket screen. <Available Hours> - VR Attractions: Weekdays: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (last admission: 3:30 PM); Weekends, Holidays, and New Year's Holidays: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission: 4:10 PM); - Starry Sky Exploration Museum SPACIA: As per the screening times of each program (admission closes 5 minutes before each program). *Please check the Akita Furusato Village website for screening times for each program.・Closed from January 20th (Tue) to January 29th (Thu), 2026

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00 / 18:00

Relax in the hot spring after hiking or sightseeing around Mt. Chokai. A towel set is provided so you can drop in anytime. Our hot spring, Sarukura Onsen, is characterized by its thick texture and excellent heat retention and moisturizing effects, making it highly rated by women and the elderly. After enjoying the nature of Mt. Chokai, refresh your mind and body in our hot spring.

• In Door Activity

• Age 6～Age 80
• 4～5 hours
• 11:00 / 17:00

Why not escape from your busy daily life and relax to your heart's content? With this plan, you can enjoy delicious food and hot spring baths in a private space for four hours (11:00-15:00/17:00-21:00). You can use your private small room for free, so you can relax without worrying about others! *The small room is not completely private. The ceiling is open about one meter. [Plan Features] Private room use is free! (Normally 1,500 yen) Hot spring bathing is included! (Towels sold separately) You will receive a free drink coupon for your next visit! You can use it during the day or in the evening. Be sure to try it for a special time with your loved one! Enjoy a luxurious moment with soothing hot springs and delicious food!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 59
• Over 6 hours on the day

〇Lift ticket (1-day adult ticket: junior high school students and above) + 1-day ski or snowboard equipment rental Regular price: ¥3,300 + ¥3,600 = ¥6,900 △Rental reservations are not guaranteed. △Please check the rental stock before using the ticket. △Please note that if the rental stock runs out, it will not be available for use. *Last return time is 4:00 PM (No matter what time you rent, the last time is 4:00 PM)

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

This plan includes a Wonder Castle admission ticket and a meal voucher for Ajidokoro Minori. At Wonder Castle, you can have fun using your body with trick art, ball pits, athletics, and more. Be sure to try Nishimonai soba and our special Akita beef hayashi rice. Ajidokoro Minori is open from 11:00 to 14:00. Meal vouchers do not give change and cannot be exchanged for cash. Please present your purchased ticket at the general information desk at the main entrance to receive your admission ticket and meal voucher. Akita Furusato Village Wonder Castle business hours Weekdays: 9:30-16:00 (last entrance 15:30) Weekends, holidays, and New Year's holidays: 9:30-16:40 (last entrance 16:10) Closed: January 20th (Tue) - 29th (Thu), 2026 Unavailable days: January 18th (Sun), February 13th (Fri) - 15th (Sun)

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

This plan includes admission to the Star Exploration Center SPACIA, where you can enjoy impressive images, and a meal at Ajidokoro Minori. Meals include Nishimonai soba and special Akita beef hayashi rice, so be sure to try them. Ajidokoro Minori is open from 11:00 to 14:00. Meal tickets cannot be exchanged for cash, and no change will be given. Please present the screen of your purchased ticket at the general information desk at the main entrance. Star Exploration Center SPACIA Screening Schedule Screening schedules may change depending on the season, so please check the Akita Furusato Village website in advance. Closed: January 20th (Tue) - 29th (Thu), 2026. Not available: January 18th (Sun), February 13th (Fri) - 15th (Sun)

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

This plan includes a VR attraction and a meal voucher for Ajidokoro Minori. Nishimonai Sobaya's special Akita beef hayashi rice is a must-try. Ajidokoro Minori is open from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Meal vouchers do not provide change and cannot be exchanged for cash. Experience an extraordinary world in the powerful VR (virtual reality) experience. Three programs are available: "Dinosaur Caricature," "Ultra Reverse Bungee Jump," and "Horror! Dragging Punishment." Each program lasts approximately five minutes. Enjoy a immersive experience. Present your purchase ticket screen at the general information desk at the main entrance to receive your VR attraction voucher and meal voucher. <Available hours> Ajidokoro Minori business hours: 11:00-14:00 (last order) VR attraction business hours: Weekdays = 9:30-12:00, 13:00-16:00 (last entry 15:30) Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and New Year's holidays = 9:30-17:00 (last entry 16:30) Closed = January 20th (Tue)-29th (Thu), 2026 Unavailable days = January 18th (Sun), February 13th (Fri)-15th (Sun)

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 12
• Over 6 hours on the day

Lift ticket (child's one-day ticket) + meal (worth 1,000 yen) Regular price: 1,800 yen + 1,000 yen = 2,800 yen △Even if the ski resort closes early due to lack of snow, the purchased amount will not be refunded. Please purchase the amount you intend to use.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

This highly recommended snowshoe tour explores the snow-covered fumarolic zone of the Ushiro-no-Ikegake Nature Study Trail in Hachimantai, a region of heavy snowfall in northern Tohoku. The tour boasts impressive mud and hot spring activity, as well as unique snow formations created by geothermal heat. The trail features moderate ups and downs, making it a special course only accessible during the snowy winter months. While visiting viewpoints where you can observe dynamic volcanic phenomena, such as the hot spring pond "Oyunuma" and the "Omud Volcano," Japan's largest, you can run across vast snowfields, sprint down powdery slopes, and enjoy sliding down natural snow slides. Customizable courses are available, so even children aged elementary school and older, as well as those with limited physical fitness, can participate. Guides are staff from the Hachimantai Visitor Center, familiar with the local natural environment and culture, and will guide you safely and enjoyably through the snowfields while introducing you to the wonders of nature.

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00 / 18:00

Eligible for the Akita Winter Fun Discount* | 50% off weekdays and 25% off weekends until February 28th. Bonjuku U, renovated from a 180-year-old merchant house owned by the Shibayo family, the largest landowner in Nishimonai, Ugo Town, opened on April 19, 2025. Guests staying in the Maisonette Suite will be able to enjoy meals centered around the "Toyoya Nabe" hotpot in the special space of Bonjuku U. Take advantage of this winter opportunity, whether it's a year-end party or a New Year's party, to enjoy an extraordinary dining experience surrounded by delicious food in a special space. [Plan Contents]・Food: 7 dishes (3 appetizers / Tokoyanabe / Steamed vegetables with sake lees dip / Bonjuku U's special Chumoppa / Dessert of the day)・Drink: 1 toast drink (choose your favorite drink / either alcoholic or non-alcoholic)・Venue: Bonjuku U Public Lounge *Private room plans are also available where you can bring your own drinks*Tokoyanabe is... A dish in which vegetables and meat are shabu-shabued in a hot pot broth made from a mixture of water and sake, which the famous gourmet Kitaoji Rosanjin wrote about, saying, "I could eat it all night and never get bored." At Bonjuku U, we offer luxurious shabu-shabu of pork and seasonal vegetables in 100% local sake that has been boiled to remove the alcohol. *What is the Akita Winter Asobi Discount?...・Discount amount: 50% off on weekdays, 25% off on holidays / Maximum 6,000 yen off per person・Usage period: Monday, December 1, 2025 to Saturday, February 28, 2026 *Holiday coupons apply from December 31 to January 4 as part of the New Year's holiday period・Coupon codes - 50% off coupon on weekdays: AKT1 - 25% off coupon on holidays: AKT2 *When making a reservation, a message about using coupons will appear on the screen where you enter your information. Enter the coupon code and click the "Apply" button.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 90
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

The Lake Towada Cruising Cafe Plan is a special experiential cruise where you can enjoy authentic cafe time while being guided by a veteran captain and taking in the spectacular views of Lake Towada. On board the boat gliding across the calm lake surface, you can enjoy carefully selected drinks and sweets while watching the nature change with the seasons.

• With Pets
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 99
• 3～4 hours
• 12:40

A snowmobile is a motor vehicle equipped with skis that runs on snow. This tour takes you on private roads, so you don't need a driver's license or an international driver's license. This tour is open from end of December to early March. This tour starts from Yashima Station. You can use snowwear, pants, Pair of gloves helmet and Boots for free at the venue. Please let us know your size in advance. After receiving an explanation of how to use a snowmobile, you will drive in an open space on the snow with instructor. Once you get used to it, head to the nearby forest. This is a 1-hour snowmobile tour including practice. Snowmobiles can only be ridden by one person and cannot be ridden by two people. Wear a helmet when riding. If you accompany children, they will be required to ride with the instructor on the snowmobile or wait your arrival. Only child ride is not allowed. Even if one of your companions is unable to ride, they can wait in a warm place. Some options include snowshoeing nearby or sledding down the slopes.English speaking guide accompanies you.