Fukushima

  • Kibitan

    Modeled after Narcissus Flycatcher, featuring yellow-green wings shaped like the prefectural emblem. Born as national sports festival mascot, later appointed as official prefectural character, active in events and disaster prevention awareness.

    Trivia

    • Head feathers image the letter F for Fukushima Prefecture.
    • Also serves as eco-character for recycling activity PR.
    • Portion of goods sales donated to disaster recovery fund.

  • Akabee

    Aizu-Wakamatsu City tourism PR character with deformed akabeko design. Popular domestically and internationally with round body and big eyes.

    Trivia

    • Also appears on Aizu Railway wrapped trains.
    • Snow sculpture versions created at snow festivals.
    • Akabee design also adopted for city manhole covers.

  • Momorin

    Fairy imaging Fukushima City's specialty peaches. Pink cheeks and leaf hat are charm points, popular among citizens as healing character.

    Trivia

    • Conducts PR activities at direct sales outlets during peach season.
    • LINE stamps released, expanding fan base outside city.
    • City emblem hidden on back view.