Kick off your private shore excursion from Akita Cruise Port. Enjoy the comfort of your own personal transport, free from the constraints of a larger group's schedule.

Your first stop is Senshu Park, previously home to Kubota Castle and a historical site linked to the Satake clan. Take a leisurely walk through this tranquil park and uncover remnants of Akita’s samurai-era past. From there, proceed to the Akita City Folk Performing Arts Heritage Centre, also known as Neburi Nagashi Kan. Immerse yourself in Akita’s traditional festivals and performing arts, including the renowned Akita Kanto Festival, via engaging displays and exhibits.

Following this, pay a visit to the Akita Castle History Museum and the restored East Gate of ancient Akita Castle. Delve into the history of this significant administrative and military hub established in northern Japan over 1,000 years ago. If time allows, make a pit stop at Akita Port Tower Selion before making your way back to Akita Cruise Port.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll explore Akita's history and culture on a private shore excursion
There's a visit to Senshu Park, the site of the former Kubota Castle
The tour includes learning about Akita's traditional festivals at the Neburi Nagashi Kan
You can discover the history of Akita Castle at the History Museum

Important to know

Accessibility:

Not suitable for guests in wheelchairs

Not allowed:

This activity doesn't allow pets

Know in advance:

Car capacity: 4 participants / Van capacity: 9 participants
Before your tour, you'll receive an English audio guide and digital guidebook, downloadable to your own device, with information about the itinerary, sightseeing locations, local history, and points of interest
This is an outside tour and does not include any optional entrances to sites
The tour is conducted in a private vehicle with a professional driver
Your driver is speaking Japanese, so the communication with the driver will be assisted by a translation device
It's recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
A full refund will be provided if your cruise ship is unable to dock

Remember to bring:

Please bring a valid form of identification or a copy of your passport
Please have Japanese yen ready, as some shops do not accept credit cards

Cancellation policy

Receive a 20% refund if you cancel up to 20 days before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 7 days before the experience begins., Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Audio guide
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour
Driver
Parking
Insurance

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tour guide

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Akita Port Cruise Ship Terminal, 1 Chome-13 Tsuchizakiminatonishi, Akita, Japan

Meeting point:

You'll be picked up at the exit of the cruise terminal of Akita Cruise Port, where your ship actually docks. The driver will be waiting for the guests with a name sign.