Let’s go meet the Akita dogs
Welcome to Akita, the hometown of Akita dogs!
There are many places in Akita Prefecture where you can see Akita dogs.Would you like to travel around Akita Prefecture and get to see the smart and obedient Akita dogs as shown in the Hollywood movie "Hachi: A Dog’s Tale"?
Akita dogs earned the distinction of becoming the first designated Natural Monument of Japan among Japanese breed in 1931. Please come to visit this “treasure” of Japan.
Take a walk with Akita Dog＆
Akita Prefecture Travel Guide Book
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Akita City
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Semboku, Yokote City
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Odate, Kitaakita, Noshiro City
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Oga City
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Yurihonjo, Nikaho City
Places to see Akita dogs
〈Date to meet the Akita dogs〉
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Odate Toursim and Communication Facility
Akita Dog Visitor CenterOdate City
9:30~16:45 ※It has a dog break.
Closed on every Monday, December 31 and January 1. (If Monday is a public holiday, facility will be closed on the following weekday instead.)1-13-1, Onaricho, Odate-shi, 017-0044, Akita,Japan
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞The exterior is a reference to Taisho period Shibuya Station, where the loyal Hachiko of Odate waited for his owner. Stacked with over 160 Akita soft toys, the tower makes a great photo spot.
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Akita Dog Museum
Odate City
Mid-April – mid-November 9:00-16:00
*Closed on August 13 in the afternoon, and over New Year (December 28 – January 3)
*The dogs may not be available due to weather or their physical conditions13-1 Sannomaru Odate City Akita 017-8691,Japan
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞The first floor is the headquarters of the Akita Dog Preservation Society which issues pedigree certificates and publishes newsletters. Curated by the Kennel Club, on the third floor is the only dog museum in Japan.
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Royal Hotel Odate
Odate City
March-November
10:00~17:00
(Inquiry required)
*The dogs may not be available due to weather or their physical conditions1-2-26 Nakamichi,
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞
Odate-shi,017-0045,Akita,JapanHotel with spacious public bath overlooking the city. Two Akitas, Eito and Hina Nakamura, joined the team in 2018 as poster dogs.
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Furusawa Onsen
Odate City
Irregular hours (including breaks & walks)
*Closed Tuesday (closed over New Year & irregular closures)
*Day guests require a reservation27 Niizuna, Odate 017-0032, Akita Prefecture, Japan
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞Onsen Ryokan (overnight and day guests welcome) where Akita dogs and their pups are waiting to greet you. Staff share their stories about the Akitas while providing excellent service at this fun onsen accommodation.
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Ani Ski Resort
Kitaakita City
8:00–17:00
(in accordance with manager schedule)
*Irregular closures79-5 Anikaginotaki. Kitaakita City Akita 018-4624,JAPAN
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞"Hokuto"welcomes all the guests at Ani Ski Resort Gondola Sanroku S tation. He is a boy with red coat who has won an award in the Akita Inu Hozonkai Kita Akita Branch Exhibition in 2018 It has a brave appearance even among Akita dogs There is also a dog run by the side of the station.
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Michi no Eki
(Roadside Station)Oga
Namahage no Sato OgaareOga City
Weekends & public holidays
11:00 & 13:00 (dependant on the season)1-19 Funagawa Shinhamacho,
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞
Funagawa Minato, Oga 010-0511, Akita,JapanOga's tourism hub and roadside station. Fresh seafood direct from the boat is the speciality in the local products hall, alongside crisp vegetables and red snow crab which are also highly recommended. There is also a seafood restaurant, and gelato made with local ingredients.
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Akita Dog Station
Akita City
Weekends & public holidays
(irregular closures on public holidays)
11:00-11:30, 12:10–13:00,
13:30–14:00 & 14:40–15:00
*Merchandise available on Tuesday & Thursday (11:00–18:00)Area Nakaichi 1F, 1-4-3 Nakadori, Akita 010-0001, Akita Prefecture, Japan
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞This station is operated by an association called ONE FOR AKITA.
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This association aims to save and create a better future for Akita dogs. There will be white, brown brindle, and red Akita dogs waiting for you in the rotary.
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Akita Dog Satellite Station
Akita City
Sunday
11:40-12:00 & 14:10–14:30
*Closed over summerJR Akita Station West Exit, 7-1 Nakadori, Akita City,
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞
010-0001, JapanSharing the majestic beauty of the Akita with visitors of Akita Station from the Akita Dog Station inside Area Nakaichi.
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Akita Dog Fureai-dokoro in Senshu Park
Akita City
May 5 – October 31
11:00-12:00, 12:30–13:30 & 14:00–15:00
(breaks between 12:00–12:30 & 13:30–14:00)
*Irregular closures due to weather conditionsSenshu Park ni-no-maru,
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞
Senshu Park 1, Akita City 010-0876, Akita, JapanMeet an Akita in Senshu Park's Ninomaru! During events, you may even be able to meet two. There are also official goods on sale in the park. Check Instagram and Facebook for more information!
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Akita Natural Monument Village
Tazawako Kyoei PalaceSemboku City
April – November 8:30-16:30
December–March 10:00-14:00
*Irregular closures (inquiries required)148 Haruyama,Tazawako-tazawa,
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞
Semboku-city,014-1204,Akita,JapanThis facility provides local dishes of Akita and sell local souvenirs. Every visitor can see “Akita dog” for free. However, if you want to interact with the dogs, 100 Japanese yen is required for supporting and cooperation.
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Kakunodate Satoku Garden
Semboku City
10:00–17:00 (unscheduled breaks)
26 higashikatsurakuchou, Sembokushi Kakunodatemachi,Semboku City,014-0325,Akita,Japan
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞Souvenir shop with a long history stocking local products such as Kakunodate's kabazaiku, cherry bark craft. Named with spirit and pride, the Akita dog Bukemaru is also awaiting your arrival.
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Enishi
Semboku City
Early-April – November 10:00–16:00
Day Visit: ¥300
*Irregular closures (closed December – March for winter)22 Uramachi, Kakunodatemachi, Semboku 014-0336, Akita Prefecture, Japan
●Facility introduction＞ ●Official Website＞Based on the concept of creating your own Hachiko Monogatari, Enishi is the only minshuku in Japan where you can stay with Akita dogs.
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