Overview
Akita is a cruise port in Japan. It lies on the coast at approximately 39.761, 140.066.
About Akita
Tsuchizaki-Minato is a neighbourhood located in Akita City, Akita Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2009, the neighbourhood had an estimated population of 21,310 and a population density of 3,400 persons per km2. The total area of the neighbourhood is 6.29 square kilometres (2.43 sq mi). Annexed by the city in 1941, it borders the neighborhoods of Shogunno on the east, Iijima on the north, Mukaihama on the west and Terauchi on the south. The Tsuchizaki area is a port town that developed at the mouth of the Omono River and a place of Port of Akita and Japan Railway Tsuchizaki factory. Tsuchizaki Float Festival is a celebration in the neighbourhood, held every year from July 20 to 21. The Tsuchizaki air raid burned the port facilities and killed more than 250 people on August 14 and 15, 1945.
Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.
Planning a cruise visit
A detailed cruise guide for Akita — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.
