Akita Prefecture in northeastern Japan is seeking to draw visitors by showcasing its lesser-known charms, from local cuisine and sake tasting to immersive experiences.
[Paris, Kyodo] Akita Prefecture held a seminar on the 12th at the Japan Cultural Institute in Paris, focusing on the Western-style painter Tsuguharu Fujita (1886-1968), who had ties to the prefecture, and a reception featuring local cuisine such as kiritanpo. The event commemorated the 140th anniversary of Fujita's birth…