
City in Tōhoku, Japan
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Nikaho (にかほ市, before 2003 仁賀保市; nikaho-shi) is a city in south western Akita prefecture.
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フェライト子ども科学館
This is a small science museum. There are many hands-on exhibits involving magnets, sound, and various other topics. A few exhibits have information in English. Outside, there is a large trampoline and jungle gym.
白瀬南極探検隊記念館
A memorial for Nobu Shirase, a man from Konoura, who led the first Japanese expedition to the South Pole.
奈曽の白滝
This is a 26-m waterfall. Not far from the waterfall is the Kinpo Shrine.
元滝伏流水
This is a 30-m-wide low waterfall. The wide low waterfall creates a mist, which contrasts with the green moss.
はまなす
An onsen, rotemburo, and sauna.
獅子ヶ鼻湿原
This wetlands area is a great spot for hiking in the woods. Some of the trees here are centuries old and famous for their age. The hiking trails are mostly tree-covered, and some of the streams naturally have a slightly bluish color. The most popular route is a well-signed 5km loop.
土田牧場
This farm has a restaurant that serves lamb, among other things. It also has soft-serve ice cream, as well as cheese and sausage. In a separate building, there is a small petting zoo. Outdoor benches provide nice views of the plateau and surrounding mountains.
農土香
The owner makes excellent food, including fresh udon, soba, rice bread, and rice bread pizza.
寿し割烹うなぎ笹乃井
This is a sushi restaurant with good sushi and friendly owners.
ジョリー・ロジャー
This bar has a mild pirate theme, and is said to have very friendly staff and customers.
いちゑ
An upscale ryokan with onsen. Large rooms can be reserved for enkais.
中島台レクリエーションの森キャンプ場
This campground is at the foot of Mt. Chokai, next to the Shishigahana Wetlands, a great hiking spot.
サン・ねむの木
This is a hotel and onsen overlooking the Sea of Japan. Rooms are Japanese style, with futon mattresses on a tatami floor.
Nikaho is directly south of Yurihonjo, and from there it's accessible by train, bus, or car.
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