Fukushima

  • Tsurugajo (Wakamatsu Castle)

    Symbol of Aizu-Wakamatsu known as a fierce battlefield during the Boshin War. The red-tiled castle tower houses a local history museum with extensive materials on Aizu domain history and the Byakkotai. Approximately 1,000 cherry trees bloom in spring, with popular nighttime illumination.

    Address: 1-1 Otemachi, Aizu-Wakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour 40 minutes from Fukushima Station via Ban-etsu West Line and on foot

    Transportation: 10 minutes by loop bus 'Haikara-san' from Aizu-Wakamatsu Station

    Tags: HistoryCherry BlossomsFamily-friendly

  • Ouchi-juku

    Important Preservation District with Edo-period post town on Aizu West Road preserved with thatched roofs. Famous for Takato soba eaten using green onions as chopsticks and grilled char over charcoal, offering nostalgic photo opportunities throughout the seasons.

    Address: Ouchi Yamamoto, Shimogo Town, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Prefecture

    Access: About 2 hours 20 minutes by car from Fukushima Station

    Transportation: About 20 minutes by bus from Yunokami-Onsen Station on Aizu Railway

    Tags: Thatched RoofsInstagram-worthyStreet Food

  • Aquamarine Fukushima

    Leading large-scale aquarium themed on tidal boundary seas. Features tunnel-type tanks, touch pools, and outdoor athletic 'Wakuwaku Satoyama/Jomon Village' with hands-on exhibits popular among families.

    Address: 50 Tatsumi-cho, Onahama, Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour 40 minutes via limited express to Iwaki Station on Joban Line from Fukushima Station, then bus

    Transportation: About 15 minutes by route bus from Iwaki Station

    Tags: AquariumFamily-friendlyRainy Day

  • Miharu Takizakura

    Nationally designated natural monument weeping cherry tree over 1,000 years old. Spectacular sight with blossoms cascading like a waterfall, attracting fans nationwide during blooming season. Nighttime illumination is also magical.

    Address: Takizakura Kubo, Miharu Town, Tamura District, Fukushima Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour 15 minutes by car from Fukushima Station

    Transportation: Temporary buses operate from Koriyama Station during peak season

    Tags: Cherry BlossomsInstagram-worthyNatural Monument

  • Abukuma Cave

    Limestone cave with tourist route over 600m long. Illuminated stalagmites and stone pillars create a fantastical space called the 'Moon World.' Adventure route (additional fee) offers exploration experience.

    Address: 1 Higashi Kamayama, Sugaya, Takine Town, Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture

    Access: About 1 hour 40 minutes by car from Fukushima Station

    Transportation: About 10 minutes by taxi from Kamimata Station on JR Ban-etsu East Line

    Tags: CaveCoolFamily-friendly

Model Courses

  • Aizu History and Lakeside Resort 2-Day Tour

    Short trip centered on Tsurugajo Castle to enjoy Aizu's history and food culture, with resort experience around Lake Inawashiro.

    • Castle tower tour and tea ceremony experience at tea house
    • Lunch with negi soba
    • Overnight at Higashiyama Onsen
    • SUP experience at Lake Inawashiro
    • Peach sweets at roadside station