Akita Dog

A large breed dog originating from Akita prefecture, Japan, the Akita dog was declared a Japanese Natural Monument. Originally a hunting dog, the Akita has a stocky build and outstanding physical capabilities. It is famous for its loyalty, intelligence, and mildness. Akitas have a medium length, dense, fluffy coat. Triangle-shaped ears and a curly tail are traits of this breed. The famous Akita, Hachikō, was famed for his loyalty.

Places to meet Akita dog

• Akita Dog Hall (Ōdate City)
  • Closed on Aug 13, afternoon, and from Dec 28 to Jan 3
  • Fare: Adults ¥200, Children ¥100
  • Contact: 0186-57-8026
• Meeting place of Akita Dog (Ōdate City)
  • Time: 09:00~15:30
  • Closed on Mon & Thu (If a national holiday falls on a Monday or Thursday, the venue will open on the national holiday and close the following day), from Dec 31 to Jan 1
  • Contact: Tourism Division of Industry Department in Ōdate City
• ◯ ZERODATE Art Center(Ōdate City)
  • Time: 11:00-18:00
  • Closed on Mon & Tue
  • Contact: 050-3332-3819
• Mt. Moriyoshi Ani Ski Resort (Kitaakita City)
  • Date: from early in June to end of October
  • Time: from June to September (8:45~16:00, final admission: 15:30) October(8:45-15:30, final admission: 15:00)
    ※ Times are subject to change and service may cease temporarily depending on weather conditions
  • Fare: round-trip ticket for adults: ¥1,800, for primary schoolers: ¥800
    ※ Discount for adults: ¥1,600 and Children: ¥700 upon presenting a boarding certificate for the Akita Line
  • Contact: Mt. Moriyoshi Ani Ski Resort 0186-82-3311
• Meeting place of Akita Dog in Senshu Park (Akita City)
  • Contact: Association of Tourism Convention in Akita, 018-824-8686
  • Contact: Department of Planning and Promotion of Akita city, 018-888-5602
• Akita Dog Station (Akita City)
  • Contact: 018-807-2535
  • ※ Business Day & Hours are subject to change For more information: http://www.saveakita.or.jp/station/
• Akita Dog Satellite Station (Akita City)
  • Contact: ONE FOR AKITA 018-807-2535
  • ※ Business Day & Hours are subject to change For more information: http://www.saveakita.or.jp/station/
• Lake Tazawa Kyoei Palace (Semboku City)
  • Time: from April to November (8:30-17:00), from December to March (09:00-16:00)
  • Open year around
  • Contact: 0187-43-0701

Akita City Exhibition Hall of Folklore (Neburinagasi Hall)

This exhibition features exhibits pertaining to folklore and festivals held in Akita City such as the Kantou Matsuri and the Tsuchizaki Minato Festival. Visitors can experience the festive atmosphere.

Information

• Time : 9:30~16:30

Lake Tazawa

Lake Tazawa is Japan’s deepest lake with a depth of 423.4 meters. The lake is famous for its transparent glassy water surface and for the legend of Tatsuko, the legendary maiden of beauty.A glittering statue of Tatsuko situated against the transparent blue background is impressive. The Goza no Ishi Shrine stands at the northern end of the lake. Cruises pass through the Mud Flat(潟尻) between this shrine and Tatsuko statue.The scenery from the cruise in Lake Tazawa is also stunning.

Information

• Transport: (Tatsuko Statue), 30 mins by bus from Lake Tazawa station at JR Akita Shinansen, stop over at Mud Flat(潟尻) and 1 min on foot
• Contact: Lake Tazawa, Semboku Tourist Information Center ‘Folake’
• Tel: 0187-43-2111