Off the Beaten Path,
with Someone
Who Knows the Way
Off the Beaten Path,
with Someone
Who Knows the Way
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with Someone
Who Knows the Way
In Japan’s quiet corners, the most beautiful moments are often missed—unless you’re with someone who truly knows them.
As local guides rooted in Akita, we open doors to hidden festivals, untouched nature, and traditions passed down for generations.
More than a tour, we offer a connection— to the land, the people, and the stories that make rural Japan unforgettable.
Where
Where
Prayers
Prayers
Rise Into
Rise Into
The Night Sky
The Night Sky
Private access to the soul of Akita’s Kanto Festival Now accepting applications!!
Final Call!
Registration for this monitor tour closes on July 8!
Don’t miss this opportunity—sign up before it’s too late!
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Rooted in rituals to ward off the evil spirits of midsummer and pray for a bountiful harvest, this event is not merely a performance—
it is a living prayer itself.
Stand alongside the local people, feel the weight of tradition, and become part of its story.
Travel is not just about seeing new places.
It is about awakening something within.
SPECIAL OFFER
4 night 5 days in Akita, JAPAN 01-05 AUG 2026
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Day in Akita
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Day in Akita
Enjoy a fully private tour with your own local guide and dedicated vehicle.Your itinerary is crafted around your interests — whether it’s seasonal landscapes, hidden cultural gems, or authentic local experiences known only to Akita insiders.
In the middle of your cruise journey, create a day you will never forget.
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✅Private guide
✅Dedicated vehicle
✅Customized itinerary
✅Hidden local spots
✅Cruise-experienced guides
✅Pick-up at the cruise terminal
📨Booking request
・Name
・Date
・Time (hours)
・Only Guide / Guide with private van
・Number of people
・Interests
Limited availability for cruise days.
Book your private Akita experience now.
Request : i.guide.network.akita@gmail.com
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Not arriving by cruise? No problem. Our private tours are available for all visitors to Akita!
WHAT YOU CAN DO IN AKITA?
WHAT YOU CAN DO IN AKITA?
Touch the Soul
Touch the Soul
of Old Japan
of Old Japan
Step into centuries-old customs—
tea, kimono, calligraphy—alive and
personal in Akita’s quiet villages,
far from the city lights.
Create, Cook, and
Create, Cook, and
Celebrate the Akita Way
Celebrate the Akita Way
Join locals and workshops to cook, craft, and share in stories you won’t find in any guidebook.
Pedal Through Hidden
Pedal Through Hidden
Paths and Local Smiles
Paths and Local Smiles
Cycle through rice fields, stop at countryside iconic places, and meet locals who wave as you pass
— Slow travel at its most soulful.
Where Samurai
Where Samurai
Once Walked
Once Walked
From quiet temples to steaming hot
springs and preserved samurai
streets, history in Akita feels alive—
especially with a guide who knows
its secrets.
Make Your Day Ashore
Make Your Day Ashore
Unforgettable
Unforgettable
Private/Group Cruise Ship Day Trip.
Step off the ship and into real Japan
—tailored day-trips full of nature,
tradition, and memories worth far
more than souvenirs.
Family Adventures,
Family Adventures,
Japanese Style
Japanese Style
From making traditional crafts to
exploring quiet nature trails,
your children will laugh, learn, and meet
a local family who may just become
lifelong friends.
Step Into the Drumbeat
Step Into the Drumbeat
of a Festival
of a Festival
Feel the rhythm, wear the colors, and become part of an ancient celebration—side by side with locals who welcome you like family.
Meet Japan’s Most Loyal Companions
Meet Japan’s Most Loyal Companions
Get up close with the beloved Akita dog—gentle, proud, and deeply connected to this land.
A heartwarming highlight you’ll never forget.
Soak in Silence,
Soak in Silence,
Surrounded by Nature
Surrounded by Nature
Hidden in the mountains, Akita’s hot springs offer more than relaxation—they offer stillness, history, and soul-soothing peace.
Gallery-Works
Gallery-Works
Memorable moments with guests from all over the world!
Inbound Guide Network Akita Team Members
Inbound Guide Network Akita Team Members
Naoi Sato
Naoi Sato
(Nammy)
President
English-speaking guide
Narumi Kondo
Narumi Kondo
Vice President
English-speaking guide
Satomi Matsuoka
Satomi Matsuoka
Secretary-General
English-speaking guide
Makito Kochihira
Makito Kochihira
Public Relations Officer
English-speaking guide
Team IGNA
Team IGNA
English-speaking guide
THE REAL
THE REAL
JAPAN IS NOT IN
JAPAN IS NOT IN
GUIDEBOOKS—
GUIDEBOOKS—
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