Surrounding Areas

Stepping outside of Semboku City, you'll find surrounding areas where you can experience the local culture and life on a deeper level. Two notable examples are the Suzuki Sake Brewery area in Daisen City and the Akita Inland Line in Kitaakita City. Both are easily accessible from Semboku City, and their proximity makes them ideal for day trips. Traveling between these two areas, with their distinct landscapes, cultures, and time flows, offers a more holistic view of Akita's true character. Daisen City is a region where farming villages and merchant townscapes seamlessly intertwine. Suzuki Sake Brewery, in particular, is known for its meticulous sake brewing, using underground water from the Ou Mountains as its brewing water. The attached shop offers everything from standard to seasonal specials, allowing you to experience the rich flavors unique to the brewery. Small shops, restaurants, and roadside stations dot the surrounding area, allowing you to experience the simple yet powerful daily life. Extending your journey into the city center is Omagari, known for Japan's best fireworks festival, where festivals and fireworks events are held throughout the summer. Meanwhile, Kitaakita City is a mountainous area on the Akita Nairiku Line. From the train window, you can see mountains and rivers, each dyed in the colors of the four seasons, and simple villages. Along the line, you'll find magnificent natural scenery such as Mount Moriyoshi, small museums that convey local culture, and locally-rooted shops, allowing you to enjoy the detours that only a local railway can offer. While access is modest, the journey is richer, allowing you to carefully savor the atmosphere and scenery at each station. By visiting these "other areas" using Semboku City as your base, you can create a journey that allows you to experience "another Akita" that is different from the glamorous tourist spots.