[2025 Oga Attraction] Travel Guide for Namahage Museum (Updated Feb)

#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.

#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.