16/10/2026
🐕❄️ Explore Shirakami Sanchi in Winter and Meet Akita Dogs aboard the Resort Shirakami
🚃 Experience a special railway journey through Akita that can only be enjoyed in winter.
🐕 Start your journey in Mitane Town, where you can enjoy a walk through the snow with an Akita Dog. Accompanied by a local guide, you'll have the opportunity to interact with these beloved dogs, take photos, and discover the local nature and culture along the way.
🌊 Then, board the sightseeing train Resort Shirakami and head toward the Shirakami Sanchi area, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. From the large train windows, enjoy spectacular views of the rugged winter coastline along the Sea of Japan and landscapes covered in snow.
🐾 Akita Dog Walking Experience
📍 This popular experience in Mitane Town lets you explore the area alongside an Akita Dog and a local guide. As you walk through the town, you can learn about the local lifestyle and natural surroundings while enjoying time with these iconic Japanese dogs and taking memorable photos.
🔗 Experience Details:
https://visitshirakami.com/things_to_do/healthy-walking-with-an-akita-dog/
📍 Access Information
🚄 Akita Station: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes from Tokyo Station by Akita Shinkansen
🚃 Mitane Town (Moritake Station): Approximately 50 minutes from Akita Station via the JR Ou Main Line
🌊 To travel to the Shirakami Sanchi area, the sightseeing train Resort Shirakami departing from and arriving at Akita Station is highly recommended. Sit back and enjoy a relaxing railway journey while taking in views of the Sea of Japan coastline and the landscapes surrounding Shirakami Sanchi through the train's large windows.
🎫 Book Your Train Journey:
https://www.eki-net.com/en/jreast-train-reservation/Top/Index
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