You can spot Namahage everywhere on the Oga Peninsula in Akita. During dinner at the hotel, they came out and asked us for sake. Some kids in our group ended up bursting into tears!

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Oga Onsen Village
A hot spring village filled with Namahage.
This hot spring village is located in the northern part of the Oga Peninsula. It is said that Sakagami Tamuramaro, a Seii Taishogun (Barbarian‐subduing Generalissimo,) discovered the hot spring during his expedition to the east, and the feudal lord of Akita also visited this historic hot spring resort during the Edo period (1603-1868).
The hot spring water is primarily sodium chloride spring water, which is similar to the composition of seawater with high salt content. The salt content on the skin prevents sweat evaporation after bathing, increasing the heat-retaining effect on the body. It is also known as the "heat water," the hot spring water for beautiful skin. It is also said to be effective for cuts, burns, and chronic skin diseases.
Oga Onsen Koryu Kaikan Gofu, located in Oga Onsen Village, hosts performances of Namahage Taiko, a heroic local art form that combines Namahage and taiko (Japanese drum), which draws a large number of visitors to the area. Ishiyaki cuisine is a local specialty in which a red-hot stone is placed in a pot with fresh local seafood to cook in an instant.
Highlights
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A hot spring where visitors can enjoy Namahage and the spectacular view.
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The live Japanese taiko performance, Namahage Taiko, at Oga Onsen Koryu Kaikan Gofu is a must-see.
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Ishiyaki cuisine, a local delicacy, is also recommended.
Photos
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The stature of Namahage greets visitors at the entrance of the village. *Photo provider: Oganavi
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Relax and unwind in Namahage’s hot spring bath. (Motoyu Yuzankaku)
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Enjoy Oga’s specialty, Ishiyaki cuisine, for dinner. (Motoyu Yuzankaku)
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Some hot springs offer views of the magnificent natural beauty of the Oga Peninsula (Oga Kanko Hotel).
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Enjoy the dynamic live Japanese taiko performance by Namahage at Oga Onsen Koryu Kaikan Gofu.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 男鹿温泉郷
- Postal Code
- 010-0687
- Address
- Kusakihara, Kitaurayumoto, Oga City, Akita
- Telephone
- 0185-33-3191 (Oga Onsen Village Cooperative Association)
- Business Hours
- Depend on facilities
- Holiday
- Depend on facilities
- Admission
- Depend on facilities
- Directions
- About 20 minutes from JR Oga Station by shared taxi “Namahage Shuttle.”
- Credit Cards
- Depend on facilities
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)