Akita Breakfast Buffet

“THE 10,” an experiential breakfast at the ANA Crowne Plaza where you can discover flavors unique to the region.

At our hotel, you can fully savor a typical Akita morning right here on the premises, featuring dishes such as “Gohōmi Omusubi”—which we’re proud to serve with exceptional rice and ingredients—as well as “Kiritanpo Nabe” and “Inaniwa Udon.”

Akita Sake

At the only “Club Lounge” in Akita Prefecture, we offer special hospitality exclusively for guests staying in Club Rooms.

You can relax and enjoy Akita’s local sake right here at the hotel while sampling a selection of eight carefully chosen varieties from local Akita breweries.

Namahage Stay

In the evening, the Namahage make their appearance with a knock on your guest room door! The popular “Namahage Stay” package, themed around a journey to deepen the “bonds” with your loved ones, is an original offering from our hotel.

You can experience Akita’s traditional customs, passed down through the ages, up close right here at the hotel, making this a great choice for families with children.

Akita Gourmet Dinner

Our hotel features a variety of restaurants—including “Teppanyaki SORA” on the top floor—serving Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine, all designed to make your evening special.

Please take your time to savor Akita’s finest ingredients—such as “Yuri Beef,” a brand Akita is proud of—in a sophisticated setting, making the most of this unique dining experience available only while traveling.

Kanto Festival

Held every August in Akita City, the “Kanto Festival” is one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku. The spectacular sight of participants balancing and maneuvering kanto—poles topped with rows of lanterns shaped like rice bales—on their foreheads or waists is truly breathtaking.

Kanto-dori Avenue, the festival venue, is easily accessible, so you can walk right back to the hotel while still savoring the festival’s atmosphere.

◯ Access: About a 10-minute walk from the hotel

Chiaki Park

“Chiaki Park,” located on the site of the former Kubota Castle, is a beloved spot among Akita residents. With beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn foliage, simply taking a leisurely stroll along the moat is a relaxing experience.

It’s an easy place to stop by between appointments or before check-out, offering a chance to enjoy nature right in the heart of Akita.

◯ Access: About a 10-minute walk from the hotel

Akita Citizens’ Market

Located in front of Akita Station, the “Akita Citizens’ Market” is the local kitchen where Akita’s ingredients—from fresh fish and produce to prepared foods—come together. With shops where you can enjoy food right on the spot, you’ll experience Akita’s characteristic liveliness from early in the morning.

If you pop in while strolling through the city, you’ll enjoy the pleasure of getting a glimpse into the daily life of your travel destination.

◯ Access: About a 5-minute walk from the hotel

Akita Inu Station

“Akita Inu Station” is a place where you can meet real Akita dogs. It’s a uniquely Akita spot that offers a soothing experience, allowing you to observe their plump figures and adorable antics up close.

You can stop by while strolling through the town in front of the station to look forward to a cute encounter.

◯ Access: About a 10-minute walk from the hotel

Akita Prefectural Products Plaza

The “Akita Prefectural Products Plaza” brings together Akita’s crafts, local sake, and food products all under one roof. You can enjoy selecting souvenirs unique to Akita—such as birch bark crafts and bentwood boxes—all in one place.

This is a products hall where you can find items you’ll want to take home as souvenirs of your trip without having to search high and low.

◯ Access: About a 5-minute walk from the hotel

Oga and Ogata Village

Head to the Oga Peninsula—the birthplace of the Namahage tradition—and Ogata Village, home to vast reclaimed lands. As you explore the rugged coastline and the “Namahage Museum,” you’ll experience the roots of the culture that has thrived in Akita since ancient times.

Furthermore, if you venture to Ogata Village—a rice-growing region renowned for producing Akita Komachi—you’ll also discover the richness of the land that sustains Akita’s cuisine.

◯ Access: About 1 hour by car

Lake Tazawa & Kakunodate

Visit Kakunodate, a castle town where samurai residences still stand, and Lake Tazawa, known as Japan’s deepest lake. This area, representative of Akita, lets you enjoy both the historic townscape and the beautiful natural scenery of the clear, blue lake all at once.

Our hotel also assists with arranging sightseeing taxis and rental cars, so you can feel at ease whether you’re taking a day trip or visiting Akita for the first time.

◯ Access: About 1 hour by car

Ani and Hachimantai

Head into the mountainous region of Oku-Akita, a natural area where rime ice and the Matagi hunting culture thrive. Here, you’ll discover a side of Akita unlike the city—from winter walks across snow-covered plains to the stars stretching across the clear night sky and quiet moments spent at secluded hot springs.

Precisely because it’s a bit farther than a day trip, this is a special area worth visiting even if it means staying an extra night.

◯ Access: About 1.5 hours by car—