While we were there the city has a highly subsidized tour for 1000 Yen which included a train ride to Oga (including a very good Bento Box lunch) touring around all the Namahage sites and a delivery b...
We stayed in Akita and hired a car to drive around the Oga Peninsula and stay a night at the Oga Spa area. We visited the aquarium on the way up. I generally hate zoos but accept the place that they h...
Stunning Peninsula with rugged coastline, rich local culture and many activities
Oga peninsula is a top destination when visiting Akita or the Tohoku region of Japan. About an hour north of Akita city it is easy to access by car or train. Ideal for either a day trip or weekend get...
If you are looking for lots of nice nature etc, then no need to go to Oga Peninsula. The east coast has much more coast scenery to offer. In Oga you can see few Namahage statues, a few lighthouses an...
Scary Namehage
Fab cruise ship trip to experience the Namehage. So much fun. One of the memorable bits of our trip. Loved it!
What Fun
While we were there the city has a highly subsidized tour for 1000 Yen which included a train ride to Oga (including a very good Bento Box lunch) touring around all the Namahage sites and a delivery b...
A Day Trip
We stayed in Akita and hired a car to drive around the Oga Peninsula and stay a night at the Oga Spa area. We visited the aquarium on the way up. I generally hate zoos but accept the place that they h...
Stunning Peninsula with rugged coastline, rich local culture and many activities
Oga peninsula is a top destination when visiting Akita or the Tohoku region of Japan. About an hour north of Akita city it is easy to access by car or train. Ideal for either a day trip or weekend get...
Not much to do/see
If you are looking for lots of nice nature etc, then no need to go to Oga Peninsula. The east coast has much more coast scenery to offer. In Oga you can see few Namahage statues, a few lighthouses an...