Akita is a capital city of Akita Prefecture, Japan. It is located on the north-west of Japan near Aomori. Akita is world known for their cute dogs that carry the city name. Also, it is known for the long and snowy winter and fine sakes. Akita has quite many populations which are almost 330,000 citizens. The city is blessed with many beautiful views of mother nature and the city has gorgeous man-made buildings. Coming here will surely be one of the best things that you have done in your life.

Airports in Akita.

Akita Airport

Akita Airport is a second class airport located about 14 kilometres southeast of Akita Station. The airport serves a few areas besides Akita. Among the airlines that work with Akita Airport is All Nippon Airways, All Nippon Airways operated by ANA Wings, Far Eastern Air Transport, Japan Airlines, Japan Airlines operated by J-Air and Korean Air. The airport is facilitated with necessary facilities such as information counter, waiting for area and restaurant. Getting to Akita Airport will not be a trouble, you can get here by bus, train or taxi.

How to get a cheap flight to Akita?

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When is the best time to fly to Akita?

Akita is located in the climatic transition zone and has a humid subtropical climate. It means that Akita experience hot and humid summer and long, chilly and snowy winters. Akita experiences great snowfall annually because it is located near to the Sea of Japan. The snow will usually occur from December to March. The best time to visit Akita will be from March to November. During this time, the climate is pleasantly hot and humid, suitable to do many outdoor activities.

August also will be a great month to visit Akita since it will hold a beautiful festival named Kanto Matsuri. It is a festival that translated to 'Pole Lantern Festival'. The festival is being held to enjoy the beautiful lantern that being stick to the bamboo pole. There is also a competition which people need to balance the bamboo pole with the lantern. The highlight of the event is there will be a night parade that consists of thousands of people marching while bringing the lantern and the pole.

What are the top 3 things to do in Akita?

Akita has many beautiful places that wait to be discovered by you. Here are some of the places that you can go while you are in Akita.

Seshu Park - Seshu Park is a beautiful wooded area that used to be the site of Kubota Castle. The area includes the Front Gate of Kubota Castle, the Osumiyagura Turret and a small museum named Historical Material Museum. The museum is a fascinating place to be visited, especially for the historical geeks. Among the artefacts that you can see in the museum includes the weapons, swords, samurai armour and many more.

Akita Museum of Art- Akita Museum of Art that opened in 2012 is among the best art museum that you can visit in the world. It was firstly opened in 2012 and the famous architect, Tadao Ando designed the museum. The museum consists of many paintings of Tsuguhara Fujita and many other artistic pieces. The museum also includes other forms of arts, not only painting but also some fabrics, ceramics, and many more. Many artists come here to find an idea and improvise the old painting.

Akita Prefectural Goods Plaza - Akita Prefectural Goods Plaza is the best place to visit, especially for a shopaholic. In Akita Prefectural Goods Plaza, the locals sell many handmade goods. Not only that, but you can also go and buy jewellery. Furthermore, the plaza also sells art and craft. Akita Prefectural Goods Plaza is located in the basement of the Atorion Building. Be sure to spend within your budget only!