Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Akita Prefecture February 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Akita Prefecture ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Akita Prefecture Types of activities Where to stay [Akita Prefecture travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Akita-Prefecture.dx6054134) ![On east shore of Lake Tazawa, Japan looking southwest in late February](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337054/41931202-09ab-42ec-99d6-85a8a7cca2c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On east shore of Lake Tazawa, Japan looking southwest in late February](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337054/41931202-09ab-42ec-99d6-85a8a7cca2c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Someiyoshino Cherry Blossoms of Hinokinai Riverbank.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337054/aa1cb3d3-6e72-4d71-a9d2-f6863680d481.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tsurunoyu onsen at Nyuto onsen in Akita prefecture. It's a 300 year old ryokan with a beautiful outdoor bath ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337054/fc497e0d-8cff-4d7a-ba2f-eea534c016f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Tazawa. The deepest lake in Japan. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337054/09ac9cc1-2ead-435a-a6dd-e987c355ce18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## What to do in Akita Prefecture --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Akita Prefecture ![Shrine at Lake Tazawa, Akita prefecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337054/d2356186-059c-46f7-b909-abcdfb4d74b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Tazawa Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Tazawa during your travels in Senboku. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tazawa-Senboku.d3000756826.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hachiko statue at Shibuya; Shutterstock ID 276533759; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526921490/25160bb8-f9f6-4cc1-9154-3b49c40312e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akita Museum of Art You can study the exhibits at Akita Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Akita. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Akita-Museum-Of-Art-Akita.d553248621526921490.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nyūtō Onsen You can take time to visit Nyūtō Onsen during your travels to Senboku. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.ca/Nyuto-Onsen-Senboku.d553248621526921500.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kakunodate Samurai House Museum You can study the exhibits at Kakunodate Samurai House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Samurai District. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kakunodate-Samurai-House-Museum-Senboku.d553248621532776337.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tazawako Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Senboku with a visit to Tazawako Ski Resort. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.ca/Tazawako-Ski-Resort-Senboku.d553248621532776473.Vacation-Attraction) #### Akita Port Tower Selion Learn about the local history of Akita with a stop at Akita Port Tower Selion. Discover the area's hot springs and spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Akita-Port-Tower-Selion-Akita.d553248621532776343.Vacation-Attraction) #### Akita Municipal Gymnasium You can find out about the history of Akita with a visit to Akita Municipal Gymnasium. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Akita-Municipal-Gymnasium-Akita.d6141884.Vacation-Attraction) #### Akita Senshu Museum of Art You can study the exhibits at Akita Senshu Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Akita. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Akita-Senshu-Museum-Of-Art-Akita.d553248621532776325.Vacation-Attraction) #### Akita Omoriyama Zoo Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Akita Omoriyama Zoo home during your travels in Akita? Discover the area's hot springs and spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Akita-Omoriyama-Zoo-Akita.d553248621532776317.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Akita Prefecture ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kisakatamachi If you're spending some time in Kisakatamachi, Chokai Quasi-National Park and Kisakata Road Station are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Nikaho-Kisakatamachi.dx553248635976007315) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Akita Prefecture ![Hirosaki Castle is one of the few remaining original castles in Japan, and the area also boasts one of the most beautiful and abundant cherry blossom festivals in Japan. With thousands of trees scattered about the grounds, it's a great place to explore the beauty of the season](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55326/a36e0221-c33e-41c3-b37b-6e0bdf3dd7f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hirosaki ![Great cherryblossoms](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125193/04188704-57b7-49d4-9659-becd5c5219c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shizukuishi ![Former pharmacy in Sakuyama Station on old Oshu Road](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341321/fad0f663-9b42-4fdb-94f2-19e9d608bd6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oshu ![Sunflowers along the side of Highway 398 in NW Miyagi, somewhere WNW of Kurihara. Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000366936/cc420163-945f-4266-828f-502f6a29a075.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [Douglaspperkins](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Douglaspperkins) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Kurihara ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app