2025 Oga Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

We stayed at the Sea and Sunshine Inn Teisui! This is a hot spring inn with a spectacular view overlooking Toga Bay on the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture. Enjoy a relaxing and extraordinary time while feeling the sunset over the Sea of ​​Japan up close✨ The famous Oga Aquarium GAO ​​is also located 170m away. There are lots of cute creatures such as impressive polar bears and cute penguins, and I was able to relieve my daily stress🤭 This is a recommended inn for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and refresh themselves✨ Address: 31 Tsubogasawa, Toga Shiohama, Oga City, Akita Prefecture 010-0673 Atmosphere/Facilities: ◎ Recommended points: Oga's seafood🐟 and open-air bath🛁 Rating: ⑤ #hotspring #spectacularview #trip2023 #gourmet #coupletrip #japan #summertrip #akita #tohokutrip #refresh #accommodationreview #domestictravel

I went to Ninigi, a cafe in the countryside of Oga, Akita Prefecture! It's a cafe during the day, but you can also stay there as a private lodging at night♪ I stayed overnight to celebrate the occasion! The charm of the old building is still there, and it was a stylish and lovely space like an old-style cafe. The shop is surrounded by rice fields and mountains, which was very pleasant. The owner was very friendly and told me a lot about the charms of Oga! I'd definitely like to go again. #Oga #SupportTourism #Cafe #ForestBathing

I went to Cafe Shokudo Tsubasa in Oga City, Akita Prefecture! I happened to see it while driving and it looked so nice that I decided to drop in on the spot♪ It seems to be a new shop that opened this year! The staff were very friendly and it was fun to talk to them. It seems they also have a space where you can spend time with your dog. It was a wonderful shop that made me feel like it had a bright future! The food was delicious too! #cafe #Akita #Oga#tourismsupport #seasideview

#voyagevibes Located on the south side of the Oga Peninsula, "Godzilla Rock", which is a hot topic for its Godzilla-like silhouette, is a rare rock scenic spot that represents Japan and located in Akita prefecture. It is especially popular during the sunset time, and the collaboration between the bright red sky and Godzilla Rock seems to be watching the world of movies, and it also won the top in the sunset scenery ranking you want to visit. The precious moment when the sun overlaps with the mouth of Godzilla Rock is a superb view that you definitely want to see.

When it comes to Akita, many people will first think of the cute Akita dog. I have described my first intimate contact with the Akita dog before. In summer, there is another place worth visiting in Akita, that is, Unmei-ji Temple on the Oga Peninsula, where you can enjoy the gorgeous but not vulgar blue hydrangea. Hydrangea is also called wood hydrangea, eight immortals flower, and purple sunflower. Hydrangea blooms in summer, and the flowers are in the top branches and become corymbs. Because the shape is like a hydrangea, it is named hydrangea, but it is often called purple sunflower in Japan. Unmei-ji Temple in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, Japan, is also known as [Hydrangea Temple]. There are 1,500 hydrangeas planted in the temple, all of which were planted by the deputy abbot of Unmei-ji Temple, Furunaka Soyun, over 15 years. It is not easy to stick to one thing for 15 years, but it feels natural when this happens in Japan. The concentration and persistence of the Japanese can be seen. Unmei-ji Temple was named the "Must-Go Scenic Spot Before Death" in Japan in 2017. This title is too imaginative. If you go, you will die without regret! If you just take pictures of hydrangea, even if it is beautiful, it will still feel a bit monotonous. I was thinking about how to make the picture come alive, and a beautiful Japanese girl appeared. The following photos are not sneak shots. After obtaining her consent, the girl cooperated to take several sets of photos, and the lens feels great. Later, I learned that she is a model and a well-known big internet celebrity in Akita. It is really hard to find a place to step on iron shoes. It is not hard to get it. Traveling is about luck, character, and fate.

When you think of the Oga Peninsula, you think of Namahagekan, but if you go up past the Namahagekan, you will find this shrine, "Masayama Shrine". Its history is recorded in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, so it is a historic shrine. This shrine has a nostalgic atmosphere and a somewhat mystical element, and you will feel like you are receiving power! If you are sightseeing in the Oga Peninsula, please be sure to visit it! 📍Masayama Shrine Address: 97, Mayan Mizukuisawa, Kitaura, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, 010-0685 Opening hours: 24 hours #0 yen trip #domestic trip #great views of Japan

This time, we will introduce Unshoji Temple in Akita Prefecture. This temple was selected as the number one in Japan in 2017 in the "Best Scenic Views in the World You Must See Before You Die" list💠 It is a wonderful temple where the entire temple grounds are dyed blue with hydrangeas that the deputy chief priest has been cultivating for 15 years☺️💙 In addition to the blue hydrangeas, there are many other things to see, such as cute Jizo statues, heart stones, and one-of-a-kind amulets😊✨ This is a spectacular hydrangea temple that you should visit at least once in your life, so if you have the opportunity, please visit it! 💠💙Unshoji Temple💙💠📍57 Kitaura, Kitaura, Oga City, Akita Prefecture🚗 About 45 minutes by car from Showa Oga Peninsula IC🚃 From JR Akita Station, take the Oga Line to Oga Station or Hadachi Station for about an hour. 20-40 minutes by Namahage Shuttle, local bus, taxi, etc. 30 minutes by bus from JR "Hatachi Station" to "Kitaura" and then 5 minutes on foot ⏰ 9:00-17:00 (last entrance 16:30) 💰 500 yen (200 yen admission fee + 300 yen special admission fee for hydrangeas) *6/24 (Sat), 6/25 (Sun), 7/1 (Sat), 7/2 (Sun), 7/8 (Sat), 7/9 (Sun) 800 yen (200 yen admission fee + 600 yen special admission fee for hydrangeas) #Tohoku Tourism #Akita Tourism #Hydrangea #Unshoji Temple #Domestic Trip

Do you know this place? 🫧🫧 This time, we will introduce you to a hydrangea temple that you definitely want to see before you die🌼 Its name is "Unshoji Temple"! Unshoji Temple has been attracting attention in recent years, having been selected as one of the "Best Scenic Views in Japan 2017" in the world's breathtaking views you want to see before you die😌😌☁️The biggest feature is the overflowing blue hydrangeas🩵The deputy chief priest was particular about the blue color, and gradually increased the number of hydrangeas from just a few plants. Every year, the hydrangeas are illuminated and dyed blue, creating a spectacular sight🫧 *Please note that there will be no nighttime illumination in 2024🥲The 2024 event will be held from Saturday, June 8th to Monday, July 15th (National Holiday), 2024 For flowering information, we recommend checking Unshoji's Facebook page☁️ Why not visit the blue-dyed hydrangea temple😌🌸〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜 📍Spot name: Unshoji Temple・Address: 57 Kitaura, Kitaura, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, 010-0683・Dates: June 8th (Sat) - July 15th (Mon, holiday), 2024・Opening hours: [Daytime] 9:00-17:00 (last entrance 16:30) [Special nighttime illumination viewing] 18:45-21:30 (last entrance 21:00) *Not held in 2024・Cost: [Daytime] 600 yen [Daytime] *6/22, 23, 29, 30, 7/6, 7800 yen #Akita Prefecture #Akita #Oga #Unshoji Temple #Hydrangea #Me and Travel

While hydrangeas are in full bloom all over the country, there is a spectacular spot where they will soon be in full bloom💡 Today, I would like to introduce "#Unshoji Temple" in Oga City, Akita Prefecture. The highlight of this place is that all the hydrangeas blooming here are blue, and the amount of them is extraordinary🤩 As far as the eye can see, the whole area is filled with blue hydrangeas✨ The hydrangeas at Unshoji Temple were chosen as a place to visit before you die! Japan Edition of the world's most spectacular views, and it's easy to see why they were chosen😍 It was chosen as the "No. 1 best view in Japan in 2017"! I myself have been to many hydrangea spots, but I have never seen such a view filled with blue hydrangeas! It is a very beautiful place‼ ️ I would definitely recommend everyone to go at least once‼ ️ This spot is lit up at night! It's already a solid blue color, but even the lighting is dyed blue 🩵 (But honestly, the blue lighting is so bright that it's quite hard to take pictures 💦) However, it seems that there will be no night lighting this year 😢 So, I hope you will save this post for next year! I've posted photos of the daytime in another post, so please check that out to see what it looks like during the day! ▪︎2024 Hydrangea Viewing Period 2024/6/8 (Sat) - 7/15 (Mon, Holiday) [Nearby Tourist Information] ---- Unshoji Temple is located on the Oga Peninsula in Akita, but for those who don't want to go just for this, I'll give you some information about the surrounding area! There are places where children can enjoy themselves and places where they might cry (lol), so it's okay to bring children 🙆 If you visit in the morning, you can use this as a reference to kill time until the lights come on! Here are some recommended sightseeing spots on the Oga Peninsula 👇 ・Oga Aquarium GAO ​​- Polar bears can be found ・Nyudozaki - Spectacular views of the land and a lighthouse ・Namahage Museum - Lots of traditional Akita Namahage! ・Masayama Shrine - So old and charming ・Dairyuji - Beautiful gardens with the legend of the beautiful dragon god ・Godzilla Rock - Rock in the shape of Godzilla ・Akagami Shrine - Mysterious Goshado Temple nestled deep in the mountains ------------ That's it! What do you think? A spot you should definitely see at least once! If not this year, then next year, be sure to go! I'll save it so I can read it again 💡 ~ ...

While hydrangeas are in full bloom all over the country, there is a spectacular spot where they will soon be in full bloom💡 Today, I would like to introduce "#Unshoji Temple" in Oga City, Akita Prefecture. The highlight of this place is that all the hydrangeas blooming here are blue, and the amount of them is extraordinary🤩 As far as the eye can see, the whole area is filled with blue hydrangeas✨ The hydrangeas at Unshoji Temple were selected as a place in "World's Most Beautiful Places to Visit Before You Die! Japan Edition", and it's easy to see why they were selected😍 It was selected as the "No. 1 Best Scenic View in Japan in 2017"! I have been to many hydrangea spots myself, but I have never seen such a sight filled with blue hydrangeas! It is a very beautiful place‼ ️ I would definitely recommend everyone to go at least once‼ ️ You can also enjoy cold matcha and dumplings in the temple grounds, so be sure to take a short break. ※There will be no nighttime illumination this year😢 ▪︎2024 Hydrangea Viewing Period 2024/6/8 (Sat) - 7/15 (Mon, Holiday) [Nearby Tourist Information]-------- Unshoji Temple is located on the Oga Peninsula in Akita, but for those who are thinking of going just for this, we will provide you with information about the surrounding area! There are places that children can enjoy and places that might make you cry (lol), so it's okay to bring children🙆 The following are recommended tourist spots on the Oga Peninsula! ・Oga Aquarium GAO ​​There are polar bears ・Nyudozaki　A stunning view of the land and a lighthouse ・Namahage Museum　Lots of Akita's traditional Namahage! ・Masayama Shrine - A shrine with a long history and a charming atmosphere ・Dairyuji Temple - A beautiful garden with a legend of a beautiful dragon god ・Godzilla Rock - A rock in the shape of Godzilla ・Akagami Shrine - A mysterious Goshado shrine nestled deep in the mountains -------- That's it! What do you think? A spot that you should definitely see at least once! If not this year, then next year, be sure to go! I'll save it so I can read it again 💡 ~ ...

Do you know this place? 🫧 Actually, there is a beach in Akita Prefecture that is like the Uyuni Salt Flats 🌼 It's called Unosaki Beach! It's in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, which is famous for Namahage, The sky is reflected in the sea like a mirror, and it's so beautiful and fantastical ☁️☁️ My recommendation is to go at dusk 🌇 I recommend going on a windless day! 〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜 📍Unosaki Coast ・Address: Unosaki, Daishima, Funakawa Port, Oga City, Akita Prefecture ・Access: 🚃 About 10 minutes by car from Oga Station 🚗 About 60 minutes by car from Showa Oga Peninsula IC on the Akita Expressway ・Parking: Available #Unosaki Coast #Oga #Akita #Akita Prefecture #Tohoku Tourism #Travel with Me #Oga Unosaki Coast

Go to Japan to see embroidery flowers, the most famous and most convenient must-visit famous place is Yamakura Mingyue Inn, once the flowering season will become lively, but in fact located in Akita Prefecture Kitaura Yunchangji embroidery is the place of flower viewing treasure, the place is listed as the world's most beautiful Japanese scenery #SpringGood Places2024 #Hydrangea

The hydrangea scenery at Yunchang Temple is a new attraction that has emerged in recent years. It is said that this ostentatiously blue sea of flowers was cultivated by the deputy abbot over 15 years. The hydrangeas bloom like a carpet, complemented by the temple's Moso bamboo forest and the beautiful views of the Sea of Japan at Oga. Admiring flowers, bamboo, and the sea, it is claimed to be one of the world's most desired sights to see before dying, and is definitely worth a personal visit. Yunchang Temple Address: 57 Kitaura, Kitaura Aza, Oga City, Akita Prefecture

📍Nyudozaki Lighthouse! A lighthouse with black and white stripes located on the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture✨ Its appearance towering over the coastline is very picturesque, and the surrounding scenery is also outstanding. It is especially spectacular at sunset, and is sure to look great on Instagram. There is a large lawn around the lighthouse, which is perfect for picnics and walks! You can go inside the lighthouse, and if you climb up you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view. The breeze is pleasant, and you'll feel like your soul is being cleansed. There is also the Oga Aquarium GAO ​​and hot springs nearby, so it's a great spot to stop by while sightseeing. There is also a restaurant right next door where you can eat seafood bowls and other dishes, so don't forget to stop by there too! #AkitaTourism #AkitaTrip #TravelWithMe

Unshoji Temple is located in Oga City, Akita Prefecture. It is quietly located in the mountains. I went to see the hydrangeas. The peak season is said to be from mid-June to early July. It's hot during the day, so I started early in the morning🚗 It was cool and refreshing☀️ The weather was great and I was able to see a wonderful view. There was also a great view point where you can see the sea and mountains📸 The hydrangeas were a deep blue and fluffy. There was a cafe so I had tea and took a break. There are smiling Jizo statues everywhere, so if you go, try to find them😊 #hydrangeas #hydrangeaspots #Akita #triptoAkita #triptoTohoku

#AccommodationReport Mt. Kanpu is a mountain located in Akita Prefecture, about 1,355 meters above sea level, and belongs to the Ou Mountains. This mountain has been selected as one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan, and is one of the most popular climbing spots in Akita Prefecture. There are multiple climbing routes to Mt. Kanpu, but you can climb to the summit from the relatively accessible trailhead. From the summit, you can see the mountains and natural scenery of Akita Prefecture, and the autumn leaves and winter snow scenery are particularly spectacular. Mt. Kanpu also has mountain huts and rest areas to support the safety of climbers. You can enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons and shrines related to mountain worship, as well as historical and cultural elements. Mt. Kanpu is popular with locals and tourists not only for climbing and hiking, but also as a place to enjoy nature and feel mountain worship. It is a place worth visiting for those who love mountain sports and those who want to refresh themselves in nature.

#AccommodationReview Namahagekan is a tourist facility in Odate City, Akita Prefecture, where you can see exhibitions and experience Namahage. Namahage is a traditional monster in Akita Prefecture, and at the end of the year, there is a custom of asking children if they have been good. At Namahagekan, you can learn about the history and traditions of Namahage. Through exhibits and videos, you can learn about the origins of Namahage, its appearance, and stories related to the legends. You can also see the masks of Namahage, and feel their power and mysticism. In addition, at Namahagekan, you can enjoy the experience of interacting with Namahage. Staff dressed as Namahage will interact with visitors, and you can enjoy taking photos and talking with them. This experience is especially popular with children, and you can feel the presence of Namahage up close. Namahagekan is popular with locals and tourists as a place to experience the culture and traditions of Akita Prefecture. This is a unique tourist spot where you can enjoy the mysterious world of Namahage.

My hometown is Akita Prefecture, so I go back there regularly, but this time I went to Oga Aquarium GAO ​​in Oga City with my cousin. Unlike aquariums in the city, this is a small, rural aquarium, so you can't see any flashy dolphin shows, but I'm happy to be able to meet the famous polar bears here~🤍 It is said that the number of wild polar bears is decreasing year by year due to the deterioration of their habitat, so it is a valuable experience to be able to meet the cubs on display like this. If you're lucky, you can even see them playing with toys! There are a lot of penguins and you can watch them forever, so I personally think I could stay there for hours...🤤 The rare Akita specialty sandfish is also on display🐟 There are facilities nearby where you can eat sandfish, so you can do the psychopathic sightseeing of going to Oga Aquarium and then eating sandfish (lol) The aquarium is located by the sea, so it's really nice when it's sunny! Great for families or couples♡ #familytrip #girlstrip #aquarium #akita #oga 📍93 Toga Shiohama Tsubogasawa, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, 010-0673

A must-see before you die! The hydrangeas at Unshoji Temple have been gaining attention in recent years, having been selected as one of the "Best Breathtaking Sights in Japan 2017." When the hydrangeas are in full bloom, the entire temple grounds are dyed blue, creating a spectacular sight. This temple is characterized by the fact that all the hydrangeas are blue. The assistant chief priest is particular about the color blue, and has gradually increased the number of hydrangeas from just a few to several. During this period, the temple is also lit up at night. The best time to see them is from mid-June to early July, with the flowers in full bloom in late June. Why not visit the fantastical blue Hydrangea Temple? 😌 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~📍Spot name: Unshoji Temple Address: 57 Kitaura, Kitaura, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, 010-0683 Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 during the day (last entrance 16:30) Special nighttime illumination viewing: 18:45-21:30 (last entrance 21:00) Cost: 500 yen during the day, 1,000 yen at night ⚠Caution: Be careful of mosquito bites when viewing at night! #AkitaTrip #Akita #Oga #Unshoji Temple #besttrip2023

Oga Peninsula in Oga City, Akita Prefecture. Nyudozaki is a scenic spot at the very tip of the peninsula. It is located at 40 degrees north latitude. Osaka is at around 35 degrees north latitude, so there is quite a difference. We were able to see a magnificent view of the Sea of ​​Japan. It was a weekday so it was closed, but on weekends, it seems that restaurants selling seafood bowls and other dishes are open. It's a great tourist spot for a drive and lunch. There was also a marker for the marathon on the road. This is the sash handover point for the Oga Ekiden, a famous student relay race. I used to run here a long time ago, so it brought back memories. #besttrip2023

After admiring the Namahage on the Oga Peninsula, we went to Oga Onsenkyo. The place where hot springs of various qualities are found is called "go" (town). It seems that there are many hot springs of various qualities around Oga. We went to the large bath at Oga Kanko Hotel for a day trip. As you would expect from a government-designated hotel, the interior and the large bath were luxuriously designed. I thought it was amazing that they could use the hot spring water from the source in a large bath with a view at this height. On the way back, we had Inaniwa udon near Akita Station. I was impressed by the smooth udon noodles! #besttrip2023

Had to walk in on rocky surface with super beach wind blowing me quite literally off my feet. But all worth the trip to this amazing view with the Godzilla rock and sunsetting subsequently. #freehotelstay

#timetotravel There are 3 points where you can see the Namahage Statue. Biggest is at the entrance of Oga Peninsula, and stands up to 15m. It is well known for taking pictures. Also, the statue at Monzen district is 9.99m high, the number originates from the 999 stone step legend. The smallest is at the entrance of Oga Onsen Village, although 3 of them are in different sizes, they each have a unique face and expresiion.

It takes about 2 hours by rental car from Akita Airport to reach Oga Peninsula. The hot spring has a nostalgic atmosphere. The water is smooth and feels good.

We stayed at Teisui, a hot spring inn with a spectacular view overlooking Toga Bay on the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture. This time, we stayed here to celebrate my grandfather's 88th birthday. The view was spectacular, the room was clean, and the staff were very friendly. We had a plan that included dinner and breakfast, and all the food was delicious. We were served several dishes using local ingredients, so we were able to enjoy Akita to the fullest. The view was spectacular, the room was clean, and the staff were very friendly. We had a plan that included dinner and breakfast, and all the food was delicious. We were served several dishes using local ingredients, so we were able to enjoy Akita to the fullest. Please try staying here for a special celebration or when traveling! Nearby tourist spots include Nyudozaki, Kanpuzan, OGA Aquarium, and Namahage Museum! ■Access 《Car》 About 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Akita city. 《Train》 About 1 hour by train to Oga Station. Pick-up available from JR Oga Station. *Reservation required JR Oga Station → Umi to Irihi no Yado Teisui Departure: 14:40 Departure: 16:30 Umi to Irihi no Yado Teisui → JR Oga Station Departure: 9:30 Location 31 Tsuboyazawa, Toga Shiohama, Oga City, Akita Prefecture, 010-0673 TEL: 0185-37-2331 Please come and stay here for a special celebration or when you're traveling! #DomesticTravel #HotSpring #Japan #Akita #Oga #Accommodation #AccommodationReview

I went to see Green Tuff, a national park in Oga! The rock geology was emerald green and very beautiful! It seems that this Green Tuff turns a deeper green when it gets wet! It is a rock called lapilli tuff that was formed by intense volcanic activity about 21 million years ago, but it seems that in this area it turned green due to the influence of hot water! There was a lot of seaweed on the rocks by the sea, and it looked delicious. #SupportTourism #SpectacularSeasideView #SeasideScenery #Oga