Popular destinations include Kakunodate, a historic samurai district lined with preserved houses and cherry trees. Lake Tazawa, Japan’s deepest lake, is known for its clear blue water and scenic setting. Nyuto Onsen offers rustic hot spring inns hidden in the mountains, while the Oga Peninsula is famous for rugged coastlines and the folklore of the Namahage. In Akita City, the Senshu Park area and museums provide cultural highlights.
