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Popular Akita Tour Guides
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Kenichi K.
I would be very glad to guide overseas tourists based on my various working experiences over 30 years in a general trading house, including overseas clients' guide in Japanese local cities, being aware of their interests and viewpoints learned through my engagement with various clients during my overseas assignments (10 years in total) and business trips to some 40 countries. During the past 10 years living in Akita City (northern Japan), I could greatly expand my outdoor activities such as trekking (not only green season but also winter snowshoe hiking), skiing, and experiencing various local traditional festivals, fireworks festival, hot spring lodges stay with local cuisines/Sake etc. I would very much like to share such joy with our valued overseas tourists!
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Tomio Y.
Government Licensed tour guide with 9 years experience as a shore excursion guide for cruise ships visiting northern part of Japan such as Aomori, Akita, Iwate, Yamagata, Miyagi and Hokkaido prefecture. In addition, I am a frequent visitor of Beppu, Ooita every Feb. I am staying at Beppu city, Ooita during February annually. So, I can provide you tours around Beppu city, Ooita prefecture annually in February. Please contact me if your Japan visit Ooita on this month. I', happy to arrange a tour in Beppu. Just drop me a message! I am one of onsen hot spring master in Beppu Onsen.
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Minako M.
I am a licensed tour guide in Akita. I'm on a mission to unveil the enchanting allure of Akita Prefecture to the world. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and Kyoto, Akita Prefecture boasts a traditional Japanese landscape that's as unique as it is captivating. My passion lies in ensuring that every visitor, no matter where they're from, experiences the richness of Akita's nature and culture.
Popular Akita Private Tours
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Half Day Tour to Akita, Samurai Town with Licensed Guide
Explore old Samurai street with government licensed tour guide. We visit two samurai houses open to the public, miso and soy sauce shop and local handy craft museum and shop. Kakunodate is called as a little Kyoto of northern Japan, so the best season to visit is early April (depends on the year), but you can enjoy this tour all year long.
Half Day Tour to Akita, Samurai Town with Licensed Guide
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Akita City Experience-Central Walking Tour
Akita City, nestled in northern Japan, offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Visit the Akita Museum of Art to admire its stunning architecture and diverse exhibits. Explore Senshu Park, home to the historic Kubota Castle. Don't miss the Kanto Festival in August. Savor local delicacies like kiritanpo and Inaniwa noodles. Akita's friendly atmosphere and picturesque landscapes make it a charming destination for any traveler seeking a unique Japanese experience.
Akita City Experience-Central Walking Tour
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Popular Akita Private Cars
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Kakunodate Samurai House and Lake Tazawa
Inland Akita provides you with beautiful nature and rich historical culture. Unfolded from a Lookout is a breathtaking view of Lake Tazawa and high mountains seen beyond it. At Kakunodate Castle Town, you will feel its 400-year history strolling along the Samurai House street lined with beautiful and lush tall trees. If we drop in at a Samurai House, we will be impressed with the armory and the other Samurai tools used hundreds of years ago!
Kakunodate Samurai House and Lake Tazawa
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Akita Nature and Culture Experience - Full-day Trekking and Kakunodate Samurai House
Mt. Komagatake, 1637 meters above sea level, provides with spectacular view of Lake Tazawa and its surrounding hills and countryside. After an hour and a half drive from Akita City to 8th station of the mountain, you may go up to the peak in 90 minutes. On the way back to Akita City, you may stroll around Kakunodate Samurai House Street, exposing you to wonderful flavor of Akita both in nature and culture!
Akita Nature and Culture Experience - Full-day Trekking and Kakunodate Samurai House
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Full-day Akita Samurai Town and Lake Tazawa Tour
Premiere Tour of Akita. In this tour, you can see how samurai lived in samurai residences. At one Samurai house, a staff member tells us about the residence. You can witness samurai swords, armor, kimonos, etc. You can take a nice photo wearing a samurai helmet. Lake Tazawa is a mysterious Lake and the deepest one in Japan. The golden statue of Tatsuko is a must-see spot in Akita. Please take memorial photos at the shore of Lake Tazawa. We enjoy lunch at Kakunodate town or near Lake Tazawa.
Full-day Akita Samurai Town and Lake Tazawa Tour
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Tasting Freshly Brewed Sake and Exploring the Charms of Yurihonjo City in Akita
Embark on a journey to experience the unique attractions of Yurihonjo City in Akita Prefecture. At Tenju Sake Brewery, savor winter-exclusive freshly brewed sake and learn about traditional brewing techniques.Please note that brewery tours are not available on weekends. Visit the Chokai Wooden Toy Museum to enjoy locally crafted wooden toys and large-scale play equipments. Explore the Akada Great Buddha, a wooden statue standing approximately 9.1 meters tall, constructed in the mid-Edo period.
Tasting Freshly Brewed Sake and Exploring the Charms of Yurihonjo City in Akita
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Akita Tour Reviews
Soeyantho L.
“Akita 1 day private tour”
Kenichi-san was an outstanding tour guide in Akita. He took us to the Our Lady of Akita, Lake Tazawa, Tsurunoyu Onsen (Nyuto Onsen area), and Kakunodate Samurai Town, and he made the whole day smooth, comfortable, and genuinely enjoyable. He is very helpful and attentive to detail—always checking timing, weather, walking conditions, and the small practical things that make a trip stress-free. He’s also knowledgeable, explaining the background and local stories in a clear, engaging way without ever rushing us. Throughout the day he was cheerful, friendly, and easy to talk to, which created a relaxed atmosphere from start to finish. If you’re looking for someone professional, warm, and reliable in Akita, I highly recommend Kenichi-san. He’s the kind of guide who truly elevates the experience, and I would gladly book him again and recommend him to others.
Kerrie J.
“half way around the country ”
what an absolutely amazing day we went to so many beautiful places ken is the greatest guide an so full of knowledge the information he provided on each place was fantastic i wish i had more time to do more things with ken. highly recommend anybody wanting to use these guys to go exploring
Kenichi K.
Dear Kerrie, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback, very much honored! I enjoyed a lot sharing excellent experiences and also exciting conversation with you. Good holidays with rich snowboarding in various fields of northern Tohoku! Best regards, Ken
Chris M.
“Exceptional Tour with Tomio - Highly Recommend!”
Our experience with Tomio was outstanding from start to finish. He’s an incredibly knowledgeable guide who brought the history and culture of the region to life with fascinating stories and insights. His calm professionalism, clear communication, and thoughtful pacing made the day seamless and enjoyable. Having him drive us in his car was an absolute bonus, it made the experience comfortable, efficient, and far more relaxed. We truly appreciated his warmth, attention to detail, and passion for sharing Japan’s heritage. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an informative, engaging, and effortless tour experience.
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