Akita Private Shore Excursion Oga Peninsula Highlights

Begin your private shore excursion with pickup directly from Akita Port. Travel comfortably in your own private vehicle. Unlike a large group tour, there is no need to keep pace with other travelers, allowing you to enjoy each destination at your own pace. Visit the Kubota Castle Ruins in Senshu Park and discover Akita’s history before traveling to the Oga Peninsula. Explore the Namahage Museum to learn about Oga’s famous Namahage tradition through its distinctive masks, costumes, and cultural exhibits. Continue to Shinzan Shrine, a historic shrine closely connected with Namahage culture, before heading to Cape Nyudozaki at the northern tip of the peninsula for beautiful views of the Sea of Japan. If time permits, stop at Port Tower Selion before returning to Akita Port. The driver speaks Japanese, with communication assisted by a translation app. Before the tour, you will receive an English digital guidebook and audio guide. Pre-tour customer support is available in English.

1. 1

   Senshu Park

   1 hour

   Explore the former site of Kubota Castle, once home to the Satake clan, who ruled the Akita Domain during the Edo period. Today, the castle grounds form Senshu Park, where you can walk among historic remains and reconstructed structures while discovering Akita’s castle-town history.

2. 2

   Tenno Green Land /Michi-no-Eki Tenno

   45 min

   Stop at Tenno Green Land, a spacious roadside complex featuring local products, recreational facilities, and a symbolic tower overlooking the surrounding landscape. Enjoy a short break before continuing toward the Oga Peninsula.

3. 3

   Namahage Museum

   1 hour

   Discover the traditions of Oga’s Namahage through an impressive collection of masks, costumes, photographs, and cultural exhibits. Learn how this centuries-old tradition has been passed down through communities across the Oga Peninsula.

4. 4

   Shinzan Shrine

   40 min

   Visit this historic shrine at the foot of Mt. Shinzan, closely connected with the spiritual traditions of the Oga Peninsula and the Namahage culture. Surrounded by forest, the shrine offers a peaceful atmosphere that reflects the area's long religious history.

5. 5

   Nyudozaki

   40 min

   Visit Cape Nyudozaki at the northern tip of the Oga Peninsula. Known for its dramatic cliffs, open grasslands, and sweeping views across the Sea of Japan, the cape is one of Oga’s most distinctive scenic destinations. If you wish to enter the interior of Nyudozaki Lighthouse, a separate admission donation is required. Admission to the lighthouse interior is not included in the standard itinerary.

6. 6

   Port Tower Selion

   30 min

   If time permits, visit this 143-meter-high landmark near Akita Port. From the observation room 100 meters above the ground, enjoy panoramic views over Akita City, the port, and the Sea of Japan.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.