Towada Prince Hotel, located on the west shore of Lake Towada in Kosaka-machi, Kazuno-gun, Akita Prefecture, is set to open for its 2026 season in April (April 11 to November 22). As the fresh greenery of spring takes hold around the mystical lake, the hotel is offering a special stay immersed in Lake Towada's natural surroundings.
This season, in partnership with "Enjoy Towadako," a provider of nature experiences on Lake Towada, the hotel will host an exclusive early morning cruising café for hotel guests. Guests can cruise the tranquil morning waters of Lake Towada aboard a small sightseeing boat while enjoying specialty coffee and drinks on the lake. The chance to experience the misty lake surface and the emerald-blue waters up close at dawn makes for a truly one-of-a-kind morning.
Lake Towada has long captivated visitors as a "lake of mystery." Surrounded by dramatic cliffs, the dynamic topography and crystal-clear waters present a changing face with each season. The hotel offers activities to fully experience this natural beauty, along with French cuisine using locally sourced ingredients.
Enjoy Towadako "Early Morning Lake Cruising Café 2026"
A collaboration between Towada Prince Hotel and Enjoy Towadako, the "Towada West Shore Early Morning Lake Cruising Café 2026" lets guests enjoy Lake Towada's stunning natural scenery from the water, combining a lake cruise with a genuine café experience in one special outing. With a veteran captain at the helm, guests are guided to the most scenic spots unique to Lake Towada — perfect for families, friends, couples, or solo travelers looking to refresh.
Period: April 12 (Sunday) to November 23 (Monday, National Holiday), 2026
Times:
- 1st Cruise: 5:50 AM to 6:40 AM
- 2nd Cruise: 7:00 AM to 7:50 AM
Price: ¥5,000 per person (tax included) / ¥4,500 for Seibu Prince Global Rewards members (tax included)
- Shuttle service included (approximately 5 minutes from Towada Prince Hotel)
- 1 drink included — choose from the following:
- House-roasted coffee
- Espresso latte
- Royal Assam tea
- Milk tea
- Apple juice
- Towadako Blue Soda
- And more
Menu items are subject to change depending on availability.
Boarding Location: Lakeside Yamanoya Pier, 1-7 Ginzan, Towadako, Kosaka-machi, Kazuno-gun, Akita Prefecture 018-5511
Reservations: Advance reservation required. Contact the Towada Prince Hotel front desk by 8:00 PM the day before. (Reservations: 0176-75-3117)
About Towada Prince Hotel
Towada Prince Hotel sits on the west shore of Lake Towada and is the only hotel in the lakeside area with a private garden on its grounds. Positioned at the center of the approximately 5.5 km nature trail along the lakeshore, guests can enjoy full-course French dinners that make the most of the four seasons and local ingredients while taking in the seasonal scenery of Lake Towada.
- Location: Nishi Kohan, Towadako, Kosaka-machi, Kazuno-gun, Akita Prefecture
- Season: April 11 to November 22, 2026
- Rooms: 66
- Hot Spring: Towadako Nishi Kohan Onsen (covered outdoor hot spring bath)
- Facilities: Lobby lounge, main dining room, gift shop, hot spring
