Akita Shirakami Area

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The Akita Shirakami Area is an overwhelming treasure house of nature held in the bosom of the World Natural Heritage "Shirakami-Sanchi." This land where primeval beech forests spread invites visiting travelers to the earth's original form. Away from urban busyness, strolling through untouched forests and listening to clear water murmurs and bird chirps refines the soul from the depths and beautifully realigns mind and body. Touching the crisp air of the northern country and the breath of the forest overflowing with vitality, which is in contrast to Okinawa's sea, is a time that will make your travel memories even more special. Intellectual and heart-enriching moment, please enjoy.

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Akita Shirakami Tourism

Meet an Akita Dog and Make Traditional Kiritanpo with a Local Host

Meet an Akita Dog and Make Traditional Kiritanpo with a Local Host

Akita Shirakami Tourism

Snowshoeing at the foot of Shirakami Mountains – one of Japan’s first-ever world heritage sites!

Snowshoeing at the foot of Shirakami Mountains – one of Japan’s first-ever world heritage sites!

Akita Shirakami Tourism

Akita Shirakami Area

Address
Within Noshiro Yamamoto Regional Exchange Center, 3-2 Azakaeishaka, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
Website
https://akita-shirakami.com/
Operator
Akita Shirakami Tourism

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