Start your adventure in Akita city and drive to a miso and soy sauce shop. Enjoy tasting miso soup and local pickled vegetables. Don’t miss the unique soy sauce-flavored soft ice cream.

Continue with a scenic drive to Lake Tazawa, famous for its Tazawako blue color and the ancient story of a beautiful woman named Tatsuko. Take photos of the golden statue of Tatsuko, the most popular tourist destination in Akita.

Next, head to Kakunodate Samurai Street. Visit the Ishiguro Samurai House, still inhabited by the 13th generation of the Ishiguro family. Learn about the samurai building from the head of the family.

Explore the Aoyagi Samurai House, a museum showcasing samurai armor, clothing, and helmets. Try on a samurai helmet for a memorable photo. After visiting the samurai houses, savor a local specialty called miso-tanpo, broiled pounded rice with sweet miso paste.

After around 2 hours in Kakunodate, drive back to Akita city, ending your tour with unforgettable memories.