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Akita Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

By Travel Japan Together Tokyo
Free cancellation available
Price is S$483 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Get off the beaten track and immerse yourself in Akita’s unique culture and landscapes. Visit the well-preserved samurai district of Kakunodate, a town known as “Little Kyoto of Tohoku.” Stroll around Lake Tazawa, Japan’s deepest lake, and admire the striking red torii of Gozanoishi Shrine. Learn about Akita’s spiritual side at Senshu Park and the Kubota Castle ruins. Your guide will offer insights into local folklore, traditional crafts, and Akita's famed hospitality. This tour is perfect for those looking to experience Japan’s lesser-known but deeply rewarding regions.

Activity location

  • Samurai District
    • Kakunodatemachi
    • 014-0325, Semboku, Akita Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Port of Akita
    • Japan

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Akita Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
S$483.11 x 1 AdultS$483.11
Total
Price is S$483.11
Until Wed, 25 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private transport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees (for yourself)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch (for yourself)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guide's necessary expenses during the tour

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Samurai District

  • 1h
Begin your journey at the Kakunodate Samurai Residence Street, famously known as the Little Kyoto of Tohoku. Stroll through this beautifully preserved district featuring historic black wooden walls and majestic weeping cherry trees. You can step inside authentic samurai houses to see original armour and artefacts from the Edo period.

Tazawa Lake

  • 1h
Continue your adventure to Lake Tazawa, the deepest lake in Japan. Admire the stunning sapphire-blue water and take a photo with the iconic golden statue of Tatsuko. The legendary beauty of the lake changes with the seasons, offering a serene and mystical atmosphere.

Gozanoishi Shrine

  • 1h
A short drive along the shore leads you to Gozanoishi Shrine, located on the northern edge of the lake. The striking red Torii gate standing right by the crystal-clear water is one of the most spiritual and photogenic spots in Akita, offering a perfect moment for reflection.

Senshu Park

  • 1h
Transition back to the city to explore Senshu Park, a lush Japanese-style park developed on the site of the former Kubota Castle. Walk through tranquil gardens and along scenic ponds. It is a designated Place of Scenic Beauty, offering a peaceful oasis in the heart of Akita City.

Kubota Castle

  • 1h
Step deeper into history at the Kubota Castle Ruins to learn about the Satake clan who ruled this region for over 260 years. Walk through the reconstructed Front Gate and climb the Osumiyagura Turret for a panoramic view of the city and the distant mountains.

Location

Activity location

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    Samurai District
    • Kakunodatemachi
    • 014-0325, Semboku, Akita Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Port of Akita
    • Japan

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