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Private tour in Akita Toshi O
Private Akita Samurai and History Tour by Car
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"Hello and welcome! If you’re an inbound guest, I’d like to extend a warm greeting to you. I hope you have a pleasant stay in our beautiful country, Japan. If there’s anything you need, feel free to ask - I’m here to assist! Please call me Toshi. I have 16 years' experience as National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter guiding in English. I've been striving to personalize any of your trips to suit your preference. Tohoku is Japan's hidden treasure, offering spectacular nature, rich traditions, and affordable travel experiences. Whether you're soaking in a hot spring in winter, joining a vibrant summer festival, or exploring samurai heritage towns, this region has something for every traveler. Presently, I live in Mizusawa, Ohsyu-shi, Iwate-ken where the Major Baseball player Shohei Ohtani was born and bred. Thank you and I look forward to meeting you somewhere and sometime in Tohoku!! Toshi "
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Kakunodate Samurai District in Akita
Overview of your Akita tour
This tour offers a well-balanced journey through Akita’s nature, history, and culture, following an itinerary actually experienced by travelers. Departing from Akita Port, enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside with a short break at Michi-no-Eki Kyowa before heading to Katamae-yama Observatory for sweeping rural views. Visit the mystical Lake Tazawa and the golden Tatsuko statue, then stroll through Kakunodate’s preserved samurai district to explore the Ishiguro and Aoyagi residences.Savor a local lunch featuring Hinai chicken and Inaniwa udon, shop for traditional miso and soy sauce at Ando Jozo brewery, and discover Akita’s festival culture at the Neburi Nagashi-kan Museum. End your day with a relaxing walk in Senshu Park, once home to Akita Castle, before returning to the port. The schedule is a little tight but provides a great overview of Akita’s beauty in one day. If you prefer a slower pace or wish to visit other places, the tour can be customized to your interests.
Your Akita tour itinerary
Meet at the arrival gate of the cruise terminal in Akita Katamaeyama Forest Park Statue of Tatsuko Kakunodate Samurai Residence Street Ishiguro-ke Samurai House Kakunodate Historical Village – Aoyagi Residence Ando Jozo Brewery Honten Akita City Folk Arts Center (Neburinagashi-Kan) Senshu Park Akita Port Cruise Ship Terminal
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Sedan, Alphard, or Hiace, depending of the number of your group. Transport coordinated by registered Japan travel agency MY Travel Consulting Inc.
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Akita, Akita, Japan
At Arrival Gate Akita Port Cruise Ship Terminal
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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