Kubota Castle Audio Guide
The Satake clan’s castle in Senshū Park, perfect for a relaxed walk
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Overview
Overview
Kubota Castle was built by Yoshinobu Satake in the early Edo period as the seat of the Akita domain. Without a towering keep, it relied on moats and earthworks—an efficient, practical design. Today it’s part of Senshū Park.
Access
Access
About 10 minutes on foot from JR Akita Station, making it one of the easiest castle sites to visit in the city center.
Parking
Parking
Several paid parking options are available around Senshū Park, including a municipal lot with reasonable hourly rates. It can get busy during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.
Highlights
Highlights
Visit the reconstructed corner turret (Osumi Yagura) for views over Akita City and a stamp spot. The park also contains many historical points, so you can enjoy a calm walk while tracing the old layout.
