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Oga男鹿市
Spend a half‑day to a full day: visit Namahage Museum (¥500), Oga Aquarium (¥1,000), then walk the Shinzan Trail (free).
Oga is a small peninsula town in Akita Prefecture. Its main draws are the Namahage Museum, the GAO aquarium and the 4‑hour Shinzan hiking trail. A single day covers the highlights; overnight only if you camp on the beach.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow, limited transport)
- Airport
- AXT
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Oga110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Oga, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyOga is low‑risk; main concerns are traffic on narrow mountain roads and cold winter weather.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAXT Akita Airport (JR Oga line from Akita Station, about 1 h 15 min).
- Getting aroundJR Oga line connects Akita and Oga (≈1 h 15 min).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Museum or sight ticketNamahage Museum entry¥500 (≈ US$4) adults¥250 (≈ US$2) kids
- Budget bedCapsule or hostel bed, a night, per person¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedBusiness-hotel double room, a night, per room¥15,000 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedBusiness-hotel double room, a night, per room¥35,000 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥3,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · High ¥8,000 (≈ US$55)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AXT Akita Airport (JR Oga line from Akita Station, about 1 h 15 min)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Feb
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Mar
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Oga: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
Feb
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
7 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
May
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
10 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
JR Oga line connects Akita and Oga (≈1 h 15 min). A car is most convenient; local buses are infrequent.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Akita city
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round trip
JR Oga line to Akita Station, about 1 h 15 min
Akita offers more dining and transport links.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Miyazawa Kaigan Auto Campground
Beachside campsite; car sites ¥6,000, tent sites ¥2,000. Open year‑round, but winter may be snowy.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥3,000–5,000 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Business-hotel double room1 × 1 night × ¥15,000 | ¥15,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ¥5,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Trip total≈ ¥12,500 per person per day, bed included | ¥25,000≈ US$170 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Namahage Museum entry | ¥500 (≈ US$4) adults / ¥250 (≈ US$2) kids |
| Oga Aquarium GAO entry | ¥1,000 (≈ US$7) adults / ¥400 (≈ US$3) kids |
| Campground car site | ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) per night |
| Campground tent site | ¥2,000 (≈ US$14) per night |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Buses run only a few times a day; check timetables.
- Shinzan Trail is 4 h one‑way; start early and bring water.
- Campground fees are higher than typical; book in advance in summer.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Oga男鹿市
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Akita (check address); other embassies in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- JR Oga line Akita ↔ Oga: about ¥1,500 (≈ US$11) one‑way (check)
- Campground car site per night: ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) (check)
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the restroom? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Oga. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (snow, limited transport) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Car rental at Akita Airport for flexible beach and trail access.
- Campground reservation via official site during peak summer.
Sources
- officialOganavi official guide
- officialCity of Oga official site
- secondaryWikivoyage: Oga, revision 5294709 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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