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I joined a Bicycle Race in Japan! (And You Should Too!)

I joined a cycling event/road race in Fukushima, Japan and cycled the popular hill climb course up the Bandai-Azuma Skyline to the Jododaira Visitors Center.  I was super nervous; I have been cycling for several years but this was my first road race ever. The other cyclists were all so fr...

I joined a Bicycle Race in Japan! (And You Should Too!)
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Cycling in Iwaki

Cruising along the beautiful coastline of Iwaki, it’s easy to forget that this coast was once ravaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. Since then, the area has been rebuilt and is once again a beautiful place to explore! The coastline of Iwaki has been fortified with sea w...

Cycling in Iwaki
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Visiting the most Extreme Wild Onsen in Japan!

The Extreme Onsen: Nakanosawa-numajiri Onsen Possibly the greatest wild onsen in Japan, or the world?  This massive onsen river in the mountains is the largest of its kind in all of Japan! With the help of a professional guide, visitors can traverse unique volcanic terrain to reach this ...

Visiting the most Extreme Wild Onsen in Japan!
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Experience Rice Planting in Fukushima, Japan!

A land of mirrors... Driving around Fukushima in the springtime, you might think you’ve wandered into a world of mirrors. Vast rice paddies flooded with water reflect the mountains, sky, and any cars that travel by creating a beautiful scenery. Due to the hills and valleys, its common to...

Experience Rice Planting in Fukushima, Japan!
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Mr. Ueno's Nanohana Flower Maze

Today, in Minamisoma City, fields of bright yellow nanohana flowers seem to stretch as far as the eye can see. Laughter and joy fill the air where children, adults, and elders come to walk through the mazes of these bright flowers. But this was not always a place of joy. After the Great...

Mr. Ueno's Nanohana Flower Maze
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Exploring the Kasumigajo Castle Park!

When we arrived at the Kasumigajo Castle Park (Nihonmatsu Castle) I immediately felt drawn in by the sweet smell of the blooming sakura trees. The whole park is full of sakura trees, making this a great place for cherry blossom viewing (Hanami, in Japanese)!  Before you walk in throug...

Exploring the Kasumigajo Castle Park!
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The Sake Brewing Process at Niida Honke

Niida Honke Sake Brewery Founded in 1711, Niida Honke has seen eighteen generations of master brewers, each bringing their own personality and subtle changes to the company and its sake. The current head brewer is Yasuhiko Niida, an incredibly nice person with an awe inspiring passion for...

The Sake Brewing Process at Niida Honke
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[EVENT] Fukushima EXPO “FUKU-EXPO” 2020 in Aizu

In Fukushima Prefecture, in the Aizu region, we are holding a tour-type expo event called [Fukushima EXPO “FUKU-EXPO” 2020 in Aizu] to promote traditional crafts and local industries in Fukushima! Here, guests can explore the history and development of traditional culture in Fukushima...

[EVENT] Fukushima EXPO “FUKU-EXPO” 2020 in Aizu
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Ideas for Winter Trips in Fukushima

I decided to write a bucket list of things to try out in Fukushima during the winter months! 1) TAKE IN THE VIEWS OF BEAUTIFUL OKU-AIZU The Tadami Line train connects Aizu-Wakamatsu City with Niigata Prefecture via some of Fukushima’s most beautiful rural towns and villages. T...

Ideas for Winter Trips in Fukushima
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Autumn Leaves in Fukushima

Fukushima Prefecture is packed with a huge variety of amazing scenic spots. It goes without saying that there is lots to see during the momiji (autumn-leaf viewing) season! I have compiled a list of 10 of my recommended spots for autumn-leaf viewing! I hope you find it useful. ...

Autumn Leaves in Fukushima
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Rotenburo Heaven – Private Open-air Baths In Fukushima

In this article, I’m going to introduce you to a number of traditional Japanese inns (ryokan) in onsen towns throughout Fukushima where you can experience the magic of private rotenburo outdoor baths. WHAT ARE ROTENBURO? 'Rotenburo' translates as ‘open-air bath’. ...

Rotenburo Heaven – Private Open-air Baths In Fukushima
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6 Reasons To Go Skiing In Fukushima (& Where To Go)

I’m going to jump right into it: 6 Reasons to Go Skiing in Fukushima this winter! 1) ACCESS FROM TOKYO Some of Fukushima main ski resorts can be reached in just 2.5 hours by train (shinkansen and local) & bus 2) LONG SKI SEASON Being the third largest prefecture in Japan makes for a v...

6 Reasons To Go Skiing In Fukushima (& Where To Go)
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Guide to Visiting the Famous Tadami River Bridge Viewpoint

I am often asked about how to reach the No. 1 Tadami River Bridge Viewpoint (also known as Daiichi Tadami River Bridge Viewpoint) which has become the focus of spotlights across the world. Taking a look at the beautiful photographs that can be taken there, it is easy to understand why people all ...

Guide to Visiting the Famous Tadami River Bridge Viewpoint
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5 Ginkgo Tree Spots To Visit In Fukushima This Autumn

When it comes to the Japanese traditional of autumn leaf viewing, Fukushima Prefecture has so many fantastic spots to choose from. Whether the leaves of dark red maples, or bright yellow ginkgos, there are countless places worth visiting. In this post, I’ll introduce some of the famous and ...

5 Ginkgo Tree Spots To Visit In Fukushima This Autumn
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Reaching Miharu Takizakura

KEY INFORMATION VISITING HOURS Visiting hours are usually between 6:00-18:00, but they are extended until 20:30 during the light-up period. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO VISIT? Miharu Town asks for visitors to pay 300 yen to visit the tree. This money goes towards the continued conservatio...

Reaching Miharu Takizakura

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