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Tsurugajo Castle in Aizu-Wakamatsu alongside Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro. Famed for peaches, dried persimmons, and Kitakata ramen.

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Festival/Event๐Ÿ‚ Autumn

Taimatsu Akashi: Giant Torches Blazing on Mount Gorozan

Held on the second Saturday of November in Sukagawa, Fukushima, Taimatsu Akashi raises hugโ€ฆ

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Festival/Event๐Ÿ‚ Autumn

Nihonmatsu Lantern Festival: 3,000 Lights on Drum Floats

The autumn rite of Nihonmatsu Shrine in Fukushima sends seven drum floats hung with about โ€ฆ

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Festival/Eventโ˜€๏ธ Summer

Fukushima Waraji Matsuri: A 12-Meter Straw Sandal Parade

In central Fukushima City each August, a straw sandal 12 metres long is carried through thโ€ฆ

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Festival/Eventโ„๏ธ Winter

Aizu Candle Festival: 10,000 Lights at Tsurugajo Castle

For two February evenings in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, about 10,000 candles are lit at Tsuโ€ฆ

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Festival/Event๐ŸŒธ Spring

Aizu Higanjishi: Lion Dances Welcoming Spring in Aizu

Each March in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, trios of lion dancers, one performer to each lion,โ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Cream Box A Snow White Local Bread Born in Koriyama

A thick slice of bread spread with milk cream, this snow white treat is beloved in Koriyamโ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kawamata Shamo A Free Range Chicken of Firm Bite and Rich Flavor

Raised free range over time, this Kawamata game fowl boasts firm texture and deep umami.โ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Aizu Basashi Fine Horse Sashimi with Spicy Miso

Enjoyed with a sweet spicy miso dip, this fine grained horse sashimi is the Aizu way.โ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Shirakawa Ramen Hand Pulled Noodles in a Fragrant Soy Broth

Hand made curly noodles and a chicken bone soy broth are the pride of Shirakawa ramen.โ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Namie Yakisoba Bold Thick Noodles Take Center Stage

Extra thick noodles coated in a rich sauce are the pride of the town of Namie.โ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Ika Ninjin A Cherished Home Style Preserve of Fukushima

Dried squid and carrot marinated in sweet savory soy is a classic home style dish of northโ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kozuyu A Festive Bowl at the Heart of Aizu Tradition

Simmered mountain and sea ingredients in a dried scallop broth make this an essential dishโ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Aizu Sauce Katsudon A Crispy Cutlet Over Shredded Cabbage

A cutlet dipped in sweet savory sauce set over shredded cabbage is a signature rice bowl oโ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Enban Gyoza The Round Plate Dumplings of Fukushima City

Dumplings arranged in a full circle and pan fried into a disc are the pride of Fukushima Cโ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kitakata Ramen A Beloved Soul Food of the Storehouse Town

Flat curly noodles meet a clear soy based broth in this iconic ramen from the town of Kitaโ€ฆ

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Futamata Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A secluded spring deep in Aizu mountains, with natural rock baths and the murmur of a cleaโ€ฆ

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Iwaki Yumoto Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A thousand-year-old spring on the Joban coast, also known as the town of the hula girls.โ€ฆ

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Nakanosawa Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A highland spring below Mount Adatara, with abundant acidic water and an old healing-bath โ€ฆ

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Ashinomaki Onsen: Hot Spring Guide, Prices & Access

A gorge-side spring in Aizu, and the gateway station famed for its beloved feline stationmโ€ฆ

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Bandai Atami Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A gentle beauty-bath resort beloved as Koriyama retreat, with the legend of Princess Irokoโ€ฆ

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Dake Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A highland spring town at the foot of Mount Adatara, with acidic waters and famously beautโ€ฆ

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Takayu Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A highland spring of milky sulphur water in the Azuma mountains, prized for its wild open-โ€ฆ

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Tsuchiyu Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

Known as a village of kokeshi dolls, with abundant springs in a gorge and a living craft tโ€ฆ

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Higashiyama Onsen: Hot Spring Guide, Prices & Access

A refined hot spring resort along a mountain stream, long cherished as the retreat of Aizuโ€ฆ

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Iizaka Onsen: Day-Use Hot Spring Baths & Prices

A historic hot spring town along the Surikami River, famous for its cluster of public bathโ€ฆ

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Kitakata Ramen and Storehouse Town: Itinerary & Timings

A day walking a ramen town famous for morning bowls and streets lined with white-walled stโ€ฆ

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Iizaka Onsen and Fukushima City Walk: Itinerary

A day of bathhouse hopping at one of Tohoku oldest hot springs, with a walk through Fukushโ€ฆ

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Goshikinuma and Urabandai Nature: Itinerary (Fukushima)

A day walking a group of color-shifting ponds and feeling the nature of the Bandai highlanโ€ฆ

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Ouchijuku and Tonohetsuri: Itinerary (Fukushima)

A day linking the thatched post town with a gorge of strange rock formations along the oldโ€ฆ

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Aizuwakamatsu Tsurugajo and Byakkotai Course

A day tracing Aizu history from the red-tiled castle keep to the Byakkotai memorial at Iimโ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Fudo Falls: A Powerful Cascade in a Cave in Fukushima City

Fudo Falls drops inside the inner cave. Legend says a monk guided by a serow entered here.โ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kashima Shrine: A Rock-Worship Sanctuary for Luck and Protection in Fukushima

An old Fukushima shrine that enshrines a great rock as its iwakura. Known for blessings ofโ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Eryuji and the Standing Tree Kannon in Aizu-Bange, Fukushima

An old temple in Aizu-Bange known for a huge Kannon statue said to be carved from a livingโ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kodai Kameishi: The Giant Turtle Stone of Tamura City, Fukushima

A massive stone over ten meters tall, shaped just like a turtle. Legend says it walks off โ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Takino Shrine: The Waterfall Deity of Yanagawa, Date City, Fukushima

A dragon deity is said to dwell in the clear stream beside the grounds, earning it the namโ€ฆ

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Ryujin Falls: The Blue Fall of Minami-Aizu, Fukushima

Its basin glows jade green, earning it the name Blue Fall. Ryujin Falls in Minami-Aizu ensโ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Mt. Senganmori: Fukushima's Pyramid Hill

Known for its pyramid-like shape and strong magnetic field, Mt. Senganmori in Iino, Fukushโ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Nakano Fudoson: The Eternal Flame in a Cave in Fukushima City

One of the three great Fudo temples of Japan, this old temple in Fukushima City keeps an uโ€ฆ

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Suwa Shrine and Its Old Cedars: A Quiet Sanctuary in Ono Town, Fukushima

Two giant cedars over twelve hundred years old stand side by side like a married couple atโ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Isozaki Shrine: A Hidden Cliff Hall in Tamura City, Fukushima

At the foot of Mt. Otakine, this rare kakezukuri hall hangs over a rock crevice. A lesser-โ€ฆ

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Architecture๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

5 Photogenic Buildings and Townscapes of Fukushima

In Fukushima Prefecture, where history and nature intersect, there are many buildings and โ€ฆ

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Food & Souvenirs๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

5 Instagram-Worthy Gourmet Spots and Souvenirs from Fukushima

Fukushima Prefecture is a treasure trove of rich nature and unique gourmet foods. Don't juโ€ฆ

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Scenic Views๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

5 Photogenic Scenic Spots in Fukushima

Fukushima Prefecture is truly a "treasure trove of photogenic scenery," where majestic mouโ€ฆ

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Instagrammable Shrines๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Top 5 Photogenic Power Spots in Fukushima

Fukushima Prefecture is home to shrines and sacred mountains of breathtaking beauty that wโ€ฆ

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Seasonal Picksโ„๏ธ Winter

Fukushima Winter Travel: Urabandai, Aizu Candle Festival & Mt. Bandai

Snow-blanketed mountains, a world of fantastical light created by flickering flames, and tโ€ฆ

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Seasonal Picks๐Ÿ‚ Autumn

Fukushima Autumn Foliage: Mt. Bandai, Urabandai & Tonohetsuri

When the mountains of Tohoku burn with seasonal color, Fukushima's autumn presents a breatโ€ฆ

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Seasonal Picks๐ŸŒธ Spring

Fukushima Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots

Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Fukushima. Spring sakura viewing guideโ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Fukushima Local Gourmet Guide: Kitakata Ramen

Discover Fukushima''s unique local cuisine including ๅ–œๅคšๆ–นใƒฉใƒผใƒกใƒณ. A food lover''s guide to theโ€ฆ

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Rainy Day Spots๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Rainy Day in Fukushima: Best Indoor Spots & Activities

Don't let the rain stop you in Fukushima! Discover top indoor attractions including ใƒŽใƒผใƒ™ใƒซ่ณž่จ˜โ€ฆ

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Gourmet๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Fukushima Food Guide: Sauce Katsudon, Kitakata Ramen & Peaches

Aizu's iconic sauce katsudon, the nationally celebrated Kitakata ramen and Japan's finest โ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Aizu Tsurugajo Castle and Meiji Restoration Tragedy: History of the Castle Town Where Byakkotai Perished

Tsurugajo Castle in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, was the main fortress of the Aizu domain thaโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Higashiyama Onsen and Aizu: Aizu's Inner Retreat Beloved by Natsume Soseki

Higashiyama Onsen on the outskirts of Aizuwakamatsu is a celebrated Aizu hot spring visiteโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ‚ Autumn

Oku-Aizu Mishima Town Thatched Houses: Villages Frozen in Time Along the Tadami River

Mishima in Oku-Aizu, Fukushima, is a Japan original landscape where thatched farmhouses reโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Aizu Sake: One of Tohoku's Premier Sake Regions Born from Rich Snowmelt Water

The Aizu region of Fukushima is a premier sake production area using abundant snowmelt watโ€ฆ

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Koriyama and Asaka Canal: Meiji Era Mega-Project That Transformed Modern Agriculture

Koriyama, Fukushima, is an agricultural city whose paddy fields expanded through the Meijiโ€ฆ

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Seasonal Picksโ„๏ธ Winter

Lake Inawashiro and Wintering Swans: Mystical Lake at the Foot of Mt. Bandai

Lake Inawashiro in Fukushima is Japan's fourth-largest lake. Each Novemberโ€“March, swans miโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Ura-Bandai Goshikinuma: Walks Through Fantastical Lakes of Differing Colors

Goshikinuma in Ura-Bandai, Fukushima, is a group of 30+ lakes created by Mt. Bandai's 1888โ€ฆ

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Festival/Eventโ˜€๏ธ Summer

Soma-Minamisoma Nomaoi: Thousand-Year-Old Armored Warrior Cavalry Procession

Soma Nomaoi (Wild Horse Chase) held each July in Soma and Minamisoma, Fukushima, is a Natiโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Akabeko and Aizu New Year Folk Crafts: The Red Cow Figurine Beloved as a Lucky Charm

"Akabeko" (Red Cow) from Aizu, Fukushima, is a papier-mรขchรฉ figurine with a perpetually noโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐ŸŒธ Spring

Soma Nakamura Castle and Baron Park: Hidden Cherry Blossom Spot in Fukushima's Hamadori

Baron Park (Nakamura Castle Ruins) in Soma, Fukushima, is one of the premier cherry blossoโ€ฆ

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Aizu Lacquerware: 400-Year-Old Lacquer Craft Heritage of a Premier Production Area

Aizu lacquerware in Aizu, Fukushima, is a National Traditional Craft with approximately 40โ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Okiagari Koboshi and Aizu Folk Crafts: Lucky Charm of "Seven Falls, Eight Rises"

"Okiagari Koboshi" (Roly-poly Doll) from Aizu, Fukushima, is a papier-mรขchรฉ toy that alwayโ€ฆ

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Sightseeingโ„๏ธ Winter

Mt. Bandai and Inawashiro Ski Resort: Winter Sports in the Bandai Highlands

The Inawashiro-Bandai Highland area at the foot of Mt. Bandai is one of Tohoku's premier sโ€ฆ

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Southern Aizu Secret Tadami River Local Line: Steam Locomotive Scenery in River Mist

The Tadami Line in Fukushima runs along the Tadami River and attracts railway enthusiasts โ€ฆ

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Shirakawa Barrier and Ancient Road: Tohoku's Ancient Gateway Sung in the Manyoshu

The "Shirakawa Barrier" in Shirakawa, Fukushima, is the ruins of an ancient checkpoint conโ€ฆ

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Aizu Soba and Regional Cuisine: A Journey Experiencing Aizu's Food Culture

Aizu region of Fukushima is a treasury of rich food culture. The experience of eating tradโ€ฆ

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Sightseeingโ˜€๏ธ Summer

Mt. Azuma and Jododaira: Highland Paradise of Faith and Sulfur Fragrance

Jododaira, about 1 hour by car from Fukushima City, is a highland spreading through Mt. Azโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Abukuma Cave: Limestone Cave of the Abukuma Mountains Created Over 80 Million Years

Abukuma Cave in Tamura, Fukushima, is a limestone cave approximately 600m long formed overโ€ฆ

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Aquamarine Fukushima and Onahama Port: Sanriku Sea and the Revived Fish Market

"Aquamarine Fukushima" in Iwaki is an aquarium where you can experience both the recovery โ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kitakata Ramen Morning Culture: Kitakata's Unique Custom of Eating Ramen in the Morning

In Kitakata, Fukushima, the "morning ramen" (asa-ra) culture of eating ramen for breakfastโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Aizu-Wakamatsu, Tsurugajo Castle and Mt. Bandai โ€” History and Majestic Nature of Fukushima

Explore the samurai spirit of Tsurugajo Castle in Aizu-Wakamatsu and the dramatic volcanicโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Kitakata Ramen and the Storehouse Town โ€” A Noodle Journey from Shirakawa to Kitakata

Savor the famous Kitakata ramen in its hometown and stroll through the charming kura storeโ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ‚ Autumn

Bandai Highland and Urabandai Eco Museum โ€” Volcanic Lakes and Scenic Wonders

Explore the stunning volcanic lakes and wetlands of Urabandai, where the 1888 eruption of โ€ฆ

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Power Spot๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Aizu-Wakamatsu Tsurugajo Castle โ€” The Soul of Aizu

Explore the rebuilt Tsurugajo Castle in Aizu-Wakamatsu, a symbol of the samurai spirit thaโ€ฆ

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Isasumi Shrine โ€” The Grand Ancient Shrine of Aizu's Protector

Pay respects at Isasumi Shrine in Aizu, the grand protector of the region with over 2,000 โ€ฆ

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Sightseeing๐Ÿ—พ All seasons

Urabandai Goshikinuma โ€” The Color-Changing Ponds of Fukushima

Stroll the trail linking Goshikinuma (Five-Color Ponds) in Urabandai, where each pond glowโ€ฆ