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Akita Dining Namahagé Ginza invites guests to experience the food and folklore of Japan’s snowy north in the heart of Tokyo. Specializing in regional dishes like kiritanpo nabe (rice stick hotpot) and showcasing a curated lineup of Akita’s sake and delicacies, the restaurant is both a culinary and cultural immersion. Set on the 9th floor in Ginza, the space evokes rural elegance with tatami rooms, wooden interiors, and warm hospitality. The highlight is the live Namahage performance—a raucous reenactment of the traditional ritual where ogre-like mountain spirits descend to test the household’s virtue. Ideal for visitors looking to go beyond sushi and ramen, Namahagé offers an unforgettable taste of rural Japan’s spirit and spice.