Akita, Japan

Akita is thecapital of Akita prefecture in the northern Tohoku /b>Honshuisland.Akita,the prefecturalcapital,is alarge commercial city that makes a great base for exploration. People-watchers may want to note that Akita's women are famous for their supposedly fair skin, and the term Akita bijin an Akita beauty is well known. Truth or fiction,it s an interesting anecdote about a city that s not particularly beautiful in itself.Still,Akita has some delicious local cuisine and stages the spectacular Kant & Matsuri,ranked among T & hoku top three festivals. Enjoy this beautiful lake on a cruise boat,cycling around its scenic shores or skiing in Winter.Senshu Park is a beautiful place to take a walk, especially during the spring season when the cherry blossoms are blooming.The park hosts a replica of Akita Castle, the original having been constructed in 733 AD. For a small admission fee, the lower floors of the castle contain a small museum, and the upper floor provides a panoramic view of the city.