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- ggmHonolulu, HI1,452 contributionsSwirling snow on a dark landscape,
Nothing blooms, the trees sleep,
Tied against the weight of snow.
No better time to enjoy it alone.Written 15 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - scubamammaMiltonMilton, Canada165 contributionsThis festival was exhilarating and amazing to watch! We went without any reservations and staked out a spot about an hour before the parade with all the locals. (we were on a cruise)- I would recommend "borrowing" a towel to sit on during the parade as that cement was still HOT at dusk! There is absolutely no need to reserve a seat in the middle of the route- in fact it was lovely to be able to see the performance from different vantage points. You need to see it to experience it - the drums beating, the lanterns being hoisted... and even falling ! Truly breathtaking to behold.Written 25 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- TassieTrippingHobart, Australia546 contributionsWhen I visited there was a free exhibition on the ground floor by local artists - Akita Fine Artists Association. The building itself was of interest itself and had been funded by Masaki Hirani and holds many works by Tsuguharu Foujita. The latter painted and drew in Paris, and parts of North and South America. There were many different styles and sizes of work, the biggest of which was a huge mural (about 3.5 x 20.5 metres) - Events of Akita. The exhibition was enjoyable and the view from the museum shop/cafe was also intriguing. No photographs were allowed unfortunately but there were some postcards of his work.Written 31 October 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- MarkKwokVancouver129 contributionsThere are videos and a demo by a pro to balance the lantern poles. Visitors are invited to give the activity a try, with a relatively smaller pole. It was rather fun. It's a good experience to see these poles up front and appreciate how hard it is to balance the large ones.Written 23 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- AndraYoTokyo, Japan1,271 contributionsWe went by car and had a very hard time finding it. Even went in the wrong building. But everyone was helpful and pointed us in the right direction. The view was amazing! Nothing else like it in this area.
Very clean and plentiful Marer's Market. We bought black bean miso, IBURI GAKKO (smoked pickles), HASUKAPU sorbets and other local delicacies.Written 6 September 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Gringo999Norwich, UK150 contributionsThere isn't much to do in Akita Port, unless you're joining a cruise ship or fishing from the dock, but the Selion Tower is well worth a visit, whiz up to the top floor and enjoy the 360 degree view of the harbour, city and sea, there is a small café on the top floor, and a larger café a couple of floors lower down...Written 29 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- TassieTrippingHobart, Australia546 contributionsDesigned locally and originally the Akita bank (til 1969), the building had very high ceilings and plenty of marble and woodwork to marvel at. The two exhibitions - by two metal work and wood cut artists were enjoyable, particularly the latter which gave insight into the local scenery, everyday life and celebrations. Some very good postcard sets of some of the woodcuts were available.Written 31 October 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- scv50Sudbury, Canada53 contributionsThere is not much left of the actual castle but one tower was restored and gives a fantastic view of Akita City. There are also some maps and models of the castle on the second floor. It’s in the NW corner of Senshu Park so if you visit there don’t miss it. There is an elevator to the top for those with mobility issues.Written 4 August 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Theresa SSingapore, Singapore23 contributionsFor those who wants to take bus to Our Lady of Akita:
Just remember to board the bus at the rear door & after that, take the ticket from the machine inside the bus.
Before alighting check your fare by matching the number issued on your ticket to the fare information digital board (located above the driver seat).
When alighting, deposit ticket along with the fare in the fare box located at the front of the bus. ¥1000 note is accepted for any change if required.
Buses leave aprox every 20-30 min from Akita West Entrance Bus Stop 12.
#352 Nibetsu Line (Destination: Forest Study Center)
#361 Akita Hot Spring Line (Destination: Yomogida Kamicho 蓬田上丁)
#353 Nibetsu Line (Destination: Forest Study Center)
Bus Route (Journey time aprox 20 min)
Akita Station West Entrance Bus stop 12 - SenshuKubotaMachi - MeitokuES -
TegataYamazaki - Sumiyoshicho - TegataKyukaMachi - HigashiJHS - TanakIriguchi - Karamiden - Ogiden - AsahiES - ShinToda - AsahikawaDanchi - KojoenIriguhi - KojoenNiChome - OnsenIriguchi - KeidaiKawara - Soekawa - SoekawaKamicho - Yuzawa 湯沢 (alight after freeway flyover) 19 stops
One way fare ¥380.
It is a 20 min walk uphill from Yuzawa Bus Stop. Just look for the church signboard & follow it.
Seitai Hoshikai/Our Lady of Akita Open Hours:
Apri-Nov 0900-1130 & 1300-1630
Dec-Mar 1000-1130 & 1300-1630. Wed Afternoon mass in Japanese
Main Chapel: Statue of Jesus, Left hall: Wood Statue of St Mary in Tears, Right hall: Statue of St. Joseph.
Garden of Mary, Outdoor Station of the Cross is a beautiful place for reflection. Unfortunately too cold to spend outdoor due to heavy snowfall when we visited.
Not your typical Catholic church building. Structure is very Japanese and serene.
Return take the bus opposite the road that you had earlier alighted.
Lookout for a Small hut (bus shelter) with a Pole that has a blue, yellow, red round plate at the top & rectangle bus schedule plates.
#361 Akita Hot Spring Line. (Destination: Akita Station) (20 stops & the fare is ¥380).
#353 Nibetsu Line (Destination: Akita Station) (20 stops & the fare is ¥380).
#210 Soekawa Line (Destination: Akita Station) (27 stop & the fare is ¥460).Written 3 January 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Yan CHong Kong, China794 contributionsThe renovated station is very modern looking, well decorated and pretty. There is a large waiting room for train passengers. Topico is this new building just adjacent to the station entrance. The first two floors are full of food and souvenirs. The restaurants are on the third floor. A perfect shopping place for visitors and locals.Written 18 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- dkailuahiNiigata Prefecture, Japan10 contributionsThis is a small house, however is included with your ticket to the Kanto Festival Exhibit. I personally enjoy seeing the history of old Japan and this house lets you see the architecture used in the past. It's very inexpensive to enter and the staff are extremely friendly.Written 13 August 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Sean OTokyo, Japan8 contributionsCan't beat the price! Sure, the zoo doesn't necessarily have the most impressive collection of animals, but you sure get lots of value for the money!Written 29 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Sean OTokyo, Japan8 contributionsFancy a trip back to 8th-century Japan? Then there are few sites as undisturbed as Akita Castle (really more of a walled fort/bureaucratic center, as the word 'jo' didn't yet refer to castles at the time). You can even see what is considered to be Japan's first 'flush toilet' (!), and the inexpensive museum attached to the archaeological site is great as well. The only downside? It's located in an out-of-the-way corner of Akita city...and split by a modern road! (The construction of said road is how the site was accidentally discovered, in fact.)Written 29 July 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- HotEarthMelbourne, Australia692 contributionsThis market is quite well hidden away about two streets behind the covered shopping mall. Furthermore it is not obvious that it is a market if one doesn't know Japanese as the front of the market has several restaurants. The market has segregated dry food and vegetables section and a wet seafood plus meat section. At my visit I did find that some seafood stalls do sell Akita oysters for direct consumption to visitors.
This hidden treasure is a good place to visit.
It is definitely an interesting market to visit.Written 20 August 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Vyra TyraHanoi, Vietnam22 contributionsThe Super-Komachi Shinkansen!
It is indeed one of the more striking shinkansen to ever exist, the other will be Hayabusa.
The interior was relatively smaller than most shinkansen. It has only 4 seats compared to the usual 5 seats.
The main attraction for the Super-Komachi is when it connects with the Hayabusa at Morioka Station. Do catch it!Written 12 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Frequently Asked Questions about Akita
- The top attractions to visit in Akita are:
- Senshu Park
- Akita Kanto Festival
- Akita Museum Of Art
- Akita city Minzoku Geinou Densho-kan
- Michi-no-Eki Akita Port
- The best outdoor activities in Akita according to Tripadvisor travellers are: See all outdoor activities in Akita on Tripadvisor
- The most popular things to do in Akita with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Senshu Park
- Akita Kanto Festival
- Akita city Minzoku Geinou Densho-kan
- Michi-no-Eki Akita Port
- Port Tower Selion