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Yokote横手市
Spend a half‑day for Yokote Castle and the winter Kamakura festival; add a night if you want to stay for the February festivities.
Yokote is a small Akita‑prefecture city known for its reconstructed castle, the Kamakura winter igloo festival, and a few museums. It is reachable by Shinkansen via Daisen and sits about 30 min walk from the station, making a day‑trip feasible, but winter visitors should allow an overnight stay for the festival.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Dec–Feb (festival) and Sep–Nov (pleasant weather)
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- AKJ
- Nights
- 0–1 (overnight only for winter festival)
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 Yokote110 ▾
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 Yokote, 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
- SafetyYokote is generally safe; typical precautions apply—keep valuables secure on public transport.
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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.
- AirportAKJ Akita Airport (Shuttle bus ¥300 (≈ US$3) twice daily to Yokote (reserve online); otherwise take bus to Akita Station then JR Ōu Line.).
- Getting aroundThe castle, historic district and Kamakura sites are a 10‑30 min walk from Yokote Station; local buses or taxis are available for farther spots.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Street or quick mealYokote yakisoba (fried noodle)¥600–900 (≈ US$5–7)
- Metro or bus rideBus ride (city)check¥200–300 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedBusiness hotel double, a night, per room¥8,000 (≈ US$55)
- Mid-range bedBusiness hotel double, a night, per room¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bedBusiness hotel double, a night, per room¥20,000 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥9,000 (≈ US$65) · High ¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
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
- AKJ Akita Airport (Shuttle bus ¥300 twice daily to Yokote (reserve online); otherwise take bus to Akita Station then JR Ōu Line.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
Best
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
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
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Best
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: Sep–Feb. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C) low), wettest Jun (13 rain days), driest Feb (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Yokote: 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
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
9 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
8 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
13 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 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
The castle, historic district and Kamakura sites are a 10‑30 min walk from Yokote Station; local buses or taxis are available for farther spots.
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: ≈1 h 15 min
JR Ou Line, about 1 h from Yokote Station
Visit Akita Museum of Art or Senshu Park.
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.
Yokote Plaza Hotel
Business hotel, 1 min walk from Yokote Station East Exit; also offers a men‑only capsule.
Hotel Plaza Annex Yokote
Higher‑rank business hotel, 3 min walk from station.
Quad Inn Yokote
5 min walk from station West Exit.
Hotel Nostal Yokote
Scandinavian‑style designer hotel, opened Oct 2024.
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
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–12,000 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Business hotel double1 × 1 night × ¥12,000 | ¥12,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥9,000 | ¥9,000 |
| Akita Airport → Yokote shuttle1 × ¥300 · check | ¥300 |
| JR Ōu Line ticket Yokote‑Akita1 × ¥1,200 · check | ¥1,200 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥2,250 |
| Trip total≈ ¥24,750 per person per day, bed included | ¥24,750≈ US$170 |
2026 estimate in yen; flights and Shinkansen passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Yokote yakisoba (fried noodle) | ¥600–900 (≈ US$5–7) |
| Coffee | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bus ride (city)check | ¥200–300 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Shuttle bus to the city must be booked online; cash or IC card accepted.
- Festival dates change yearly; check the official city page for exact February schedule.
- Winter temperatures can drop below 0 °C (32 °F); dress warmly.Winter temperatures can drop below 32 °F (0 °C); dress warmly.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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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)
- Akita Airport → Yokote shuttle: ¥300 (≈ US$3), 15 min (reserve online)
- JR Ōu Line Yokote‑Akita: ¥1,200 (≈ US$9), ~1 h
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)
- 駅はどこですか？ — Where is the station? (eki 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 Yokote. 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: Dec–Feb (festival) and Sep–Nov (pleasant weather) · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas 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
- Add a night for the Kamakura festival (Feb 15‑17).
- Combine with a visit to Daisen (Ōmagari) via Shinkansen for a full day.
Sources
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