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Savour Fresh Sake and Discover the Charms of Yurihonjo City Akita

By HTA( Honjo travel agency)
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Overview

Why not spend a special day in Yurihonjo City? Feel the weight of 800 years of history and faith at the majestic Akada Great Buddha, rediscover the joy of childhood with heartwarming wooden toys at the Chokaisan Wooden Toy Museum, and savour exquisite sake crafted by Tenju Sake Brewery, nurtured by the local nature.
Visiting these hidden gems, still relatively unknown nationwide, offers the added delight of feeling like a seasoned traveller. You'll undoubtedly find yourself wanting to boast to friends and family, saying, “I found such an amazing place!”
Come and experience a journey in Yurihonjo City, filled with quiet charm, healing, inspiration, and a touch of pride. We promise you a truly special time, only possible with this unique tour!

Activity location

  • Honjo Park
    • Oszaki, Detomachi
    • Yurihonjo, Akita Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Akita Station
    • 2 1
    • 010-0001, Akita, Akita, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Honjo Park
  • 30m
In the Edo period, a castle stood here. Today, it has been developed into a park. In spring, the cherry blossoms are in full In the Edo period, a castle stood here. Today, it has been developed into a park. In spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and in autumn, the park offers beautiful autumn foliage, making it a beloved place for citizens to relax and unwind.bloom, and in autumn, the park offers beautiful autumn foliage, making it a beloved place for citizens to relax and unwind.
Yurihonjo (Pass by)
Located in Yurihonjo City, the Wooden Toy Museum is a special spot where both children and adults can enjoy the warmth of natural materials. This museum utilises the abundant forest resources of Akita Prefecture, aiming to connect people through the charm of wood and the joy of play. The building itself is a renovated former Ayukawa Elementary School, offering a harmonious blend of the historic schoolhouse and the inviting scent of wood, creating a captivating space for visitors.
Akata Great Buddh (Pass by)
The Akada Great Buddha (Akada Daibutsu) is a significant Buddhist heritage site located in Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture, and is cherished as a symbol of the region. Officially known as the Wooden Standing Statue of the Eleven-Faced Kannon, this historical statue is believed to have been crafted approximately 800 years ago and holds immense cultural value. Standing at a height of approximately 9.2 metres, it is one of the largest wooden Buddha statues in Japan.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESHonjo Park
    • Oszaki, Detomachi
    • Yurihonjo, Akita Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAkita Station
    • 2 1
    • 010-0001, Akita, Akita, Japan

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