Akita City is located in the center of Akita Prefecture and is well-connected by major transportation. You can travel by land and air through JR Akita Station and Akita Airport. It plays an important role connecting the city to other prefectures. It is the second most populous region in Tohoku after Sendai, home of the Rakuten Eagles. A major tourist spot is Mount Taihei Resort Park. Mount Taihei Resort Park has outdoor facilities and hot springs and is crowded with families on weekends. It is the starting point for climbing Mount Taihei. It is a place where you can experience a variety of things throughout the four seasons. There is also Senshu Park. As you can see, Akita City is an area that can be enjoyed all year round.