Northern Japan's HIDDEN GEMS - Akita Prefecture

Some of Japan's best hidden winter spots are in Akita Prefecture, located in Northern Japan! We'll explore a stunning snowy shrine, magical outdoor hot springs, local food & traditional performances during our trip!!

LINKS:
Gozanoishi Shrine
Akita Nairiku Line
Taenoyu Onsen
Namahage Museum
INE to AGAVE
Akita Official WEB site

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Kai: @Kojimochi

Video edited by Julian

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[TokyoCreativePlay]

Akita is SO incredible!! Did you guys have any favourite spots we visited? Let us know!!

[Kojimochi]

that ramen towards the end was seriously NEXT LEVEL, watching this again makes me want to go back asap 😭 beautiful video guys!

[wasabigirl]

Oh, this looks like a continuation of the previous video "...Skiing in Japan".
Again: amazing scenery, perfect peaceful snowy setting, a TRAIN ride (!), great camera work, and fun presenters. My kind of holiday. Or Sunday YouTube afternoon.

[cupcakelikes]

My mother was born in Akita and it's so nice to see the land where she was from.

[Nynke_K]

The namahage roar is one of my favourite sounds in the world! Loved it ever since seeing them in an old Abroad in Japan video. This time it eas extra fun with Sarah being startled and squealing! And I wa tickled by the idea that one of the guys in suits might be the distinguished gentleman who didnthe private tour - that would be so funny! Also, I definitely want to go on that train and visit lots of onsen at Nyuuto Onsen 😊. And the sake / ramen combo looks intriguing / yummy too! Saving this video for my next trip to Japan, which will no doubt benin summer but one of the great things about Akita in summer is, it's bound to be much less hot than Tokyo!

[Highwind]

That view of the waterfall from the onsen looks amazing!, I would definitely go to Akita just for the ramen alone 😋

[johnyinnit]

I realised I didn't stop smiling through this video. Thanks again Kai and Sarah! And the production team obvs. Loved the train journey, it was magic

[geomojo]

Your interaction with the Namahage was my favorite part.🤣

[raches]

Im so glad you made a video about Akita!! I spent a few years in Oga and have the fondest of memories 😊

[cymnty]

In the bucket list for sure! Always wanted to visit for the dogs then

[Luckdragon]

This was a super fun and helpful tour through a snowy wonderland! Thanks for showing us the best ways to get to know Akita. Now I just need ramen bc that looked great! ❤

[じゃが天丼]

Thank you for your posting & I'm glad that you have enjoyed Akita trip!

[Julie]

So beautiful. Definitely putting Akita on my list for our next trip.

[jmdioys]

I’m Japanese and currently live in America, but I am enjoying watching your videos.
I can feel nostalgic about Japan thanks to you.

[tinman]

Watching this after a recent snowstorm hit my city makes me wish I could visit. Definitely something to look forward to the next time I have a chance to get a vacation.

[halcyonandon]

What a beautiful place, and awesome trip itinerary!

[TheModsen]

Love that you praised Akita prefecture so much without mentioning Akita city 😂

[kristicolors]

I’ll sleep right now lmaooo…so cute, thanks for showing us around!

[JasSchMin]

i so enjoyed the train journey & wow the shots with the tori gate in the snow...lovely! The namahage reminds me of the german Krampus - the half monster demon that punishes naughty children during Chrismas!! I have never travelled anywhere in winter as i live in a tropical country BUT i just might have to as long as there are onsens/bath houses to keep warm lol! Is it do-able just by taking trains ? btw may i know with this amount of snow was it filmed in January ?

[Direwoof]

Brrrr that looks soooo cold, but so beautiful!