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Akita, Japan

Akita City is a bustling port in North Japan, where more than 12 feet of snow and good drinks are essential in long winter and a year. Akita is the capital of Akita province, which is famous for Akita dogs, high quality rice and sake, and vibrant folk festivals. Reveller in traditional dress often congratulates cruise ships by balanced by balanced lantern-laden bamboo poles, which are part of the summer Kanto Festival. Watch out for people, also ready as Namahj Ogres. You can detect this rich culture in city parks, historical buildings and cultural attractions.

National Language

Japanese

Currency Accepted

Japanese Yen (JPY)

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A Walk in the Park

Located near Akita station, Sensu Park is filled with local history and culture. Explore a sanctuary Akita Hachiman Shrine dedicated to Japan's original religion shinto. Climb the ramparts in Kubota Castle, once the house of Satek Samurai clan. In spring, the park bursts with flowers on hundreds of cherry trees.

Here's to Brew

Also known as Nihonshu, Japan is one of the most cute drinks and Akita produces some best in Japan. Takashimizu Sake Brewery Downtown provides how to make for the sake and sells bottles in its gift shop. Reservation is necessary.

Local Cuisine

Kiritanpo is characterized by an Akita in which the rice is mashed in a cylinder and toasted on a charcoal fire. It is usually served in a warm pot or as a dumplings with sweet misso paste. Many Ijakaya Japanese-style pubs around Akita station serve it.

Shopping

The market of Akita citizens is the place where the locals go to buy everything from fresh salmon to strawberry. You can make your own donburi - a bowl of rice with seafood - by selecting slices of Sashimi on different stalls. Be sure to check the traditional mask on demonstrations at several local shops.