Akita Shinkansen

Mountain Passes and Inland Scenery to Akita

Explore the Akita route's seasonal mountain views

Quick answer: Akita Shinkansen scenery
  • Sengan Pass offers mountain valley views in autumn and winter.
  • Shizukuishi is a good area for views of Mt. Iwate.
  • The route features deep forests and river valleys.

1. Why ride the Akita Shinkansen?

The Akita Shinkansen operates as a mini-Shinkansen from Tokyo to Akita, entering the mountains after Morioka. It blends high-speed comfort with scenic rural landscapes.

2. Scenic highlights

Sengan Pass

The pass area offers a feeling of deep mountain travel and is especially scenic in autumn and winter.

Mt. Iwate

From the Shizukuishi–Morioka area, the mountain can sometimes be seen on clear days.