Shirakami / Oga

Top Things to do

• Oga Aquarium GAO

  4.0

  124 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Ogashi Togashiohama

  An aquarium overlooking the Sea of Japan in Togashiohama, Oga City, Akita Prefecture which was remodeled and reopened in 2004. Visited by large numbers of tourists, the aquarium was also used for filming in the movie “Tsuribaka Nisshi.” The impressive Giant Sea of Oga Aquarium exhibit recreates the ocean off Oga and houses some 2,000 living creatures spanning 40 species. Visitors can also come in contact with real sea creatures at the aquarium’s Touch Pool and watch the aquarium’s popular polar bears as they romp and play. The aquarium also has a restaurant where you can eat while gazing out over the sea.

• Roadside Station Tenno / Tenno Green Land

  4.0

  45 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Katagamishi Tennou Egawakamiyachi 109-2

  Roadside Station Tenno/Tenno Green Land is full of tourist and shopping facilities. From the symbol of the area, Tenno Sky Tower, to farm-direct sales and a natural onsen, there's something for the whole family. There is a tourist information office, as well as the Lagoon People's Exhibition, featuring displays about Hachiro Lagoon. Displays include fishing equipment used before its reclamation, pictures of the area drawn by Edo period travel writer Sugae Masumi, and more.

• Oga General Tourist Information Center

  4.0

  49 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Ogashi Funakoshi Ikkou 207-219

  One cannot miss this tourism spot at the entrance to the Oga Pennisula where two 15-meter high giant statues of Namahage, local ogres, are guarding its entrance. In addition to personalized tourism information from the staff, pamphlets of each area of the site are also available. A computer is also set up at the computer corner for instant information retrieval about the Oga area, while a video presentation of local events and tourist sites is also continuously playing on a screen to inform the visitors about the area. There are local specialty items for sale, and one can stop and enjoy a light meal at the cafe, or visit the outdoor stage and flower garden.

• Ani Ski Resort

  4.0

  28 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Kitakitashi Anikaginotaki 79-5

  A ski resort located on Mt. Moriyoshi, a mountain selected for inclusion in a list of Japan's 100 best mountains for viewing flowers and Japan's 100 best frost covered tree scenery destinations. The resort has three beginner courses and two intermediate courses, making this a great destination for first-time skiers. But the resort's biggest draw is the stunning frost covered trees which can be seen near the top of the 1,200 meter high mountain. In February, the resort holds nighttime tours in which you can view the trees from the comfort of the cabin of a snowcat. Outside ski season, visitors can take in alpine plants in summer and stunning fall foliage in autumn. A 3.5 kilometer long lift with comfortable gondolas goes to the top of the mountain, making it easy even for senior citizens to enjoy the view.

• Sky Park Mt. Kanpu Panorama Observation Deck

  3.5

  14 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Ogashi Wakimototominaga Kampuzan 62

  An observation deck standing on top of Mt. Kanpu, well known for its beautiful landscape views. On the first floor is a souvenir shop and restaurant, while on the second and third floors visitors can see photographs of the Hachirogata reclamation and displays on the history and nature of the Oga Peninsula in the exhibition rooms. On the fourth floor is the rotating observation deck. From here visitors can see the full 360 degree panorama from Mt. Kanpu, named one of the three best sights in the world.

• Roadside Station Kamikoani

  3.5

  13 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Kitakitagunkamikoanimura Kosawada Mukaikawara 66-1

  This roadside station is along National Route 285. This local product center offers goods made with local specialties like Hozuki and Kohaze berries, as well as items from Akita cedar. The restaurant serves 10-wari Tenzaru Soba made with 100% domestic buckwheat flour, and a wide range of other meals. There is also a shop displaying and selling local wildflowers, and locals often gather here to mingle.

• Roadside Station Ani Matatabikan

  3.5

  20 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Kitakitashi Anihitachinai Ienoushiro 8-1 outside

  This roadside station is along National Route 105 in Kita-Akita City, Akita Prefecture. At the local product sales center Matatabikan, you can of course get goods made with the local specialty matatabi, or catnip, as well as bear meat and more. In addition, the restaurant serves Matatabi Ramen. The nearby Yasu no Taki falls, Matagi Museum, and Kumakuma-en (Bear Garden) bring many tourists as well.

• Kita Akita City Kumakuma Park

  4.0

  15 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Kitakitashi Aniutsutou Chen Location 1-39

  This is a bear-only zoo in Aza-Jinba, Aniutto, Kitaakita City. You can get up close to the brown bears and Asian black bears raised in the park. In addition to feeding and other activities, they have baby bear petting events. Tours are reservation-only from December to March.

• Noshiro Energium Park

  4.0

  14 Reviews

  Akita Pref. Noshiroshi Omoriyama 1-6

  "A museum located a 15-minute drive from JR Noshiro Station in Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture. Facilities include the Noshiro Nebu Nagashi Hall, which displays Noshiro kites decorated with Berabo faces and traditional parade floats used in the long-held Nebu Nagashi festival; an ""ancient forest"" modeled after the Carboniferous Period; an exhibition hall where you can learn about energy consumption; and a gallery which provides information on the Noshiro Thermal Power Plant and environmental initiatives. There's also a culture hall used for lectures and seminars, and a playground and square for playing sports."