Azumaya is a cosy ryokan hotel located in Takayu Onsen town, Fukushima City. This onsen town is famous for the blue, milky waters of its hot springs, and guests at Azumaya can truly make the most of Takayu Onsen's high-quality hot spring water.
| Website | http://www.takayuonsen.jp/en/ofuro/index.html |
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| Contact | Takayu Onsen Tourism Association |
| Parking | Available (Space for 13 cars) |
| Accommodation details | Capacity: 10 rooms (30 guests) Room styles: Japanese-style tatami rooms Room charge: 13,350 yen to 16,650 yen ~ p/p (Breakfast & dinner inluded) Check in / Check out: From 2:00 PM / Until 10:00 AM Meals: Japanese-style Hot springs: Acidic sulfur spring (hydrogen sulfide type). Indoor and outdoor baths. Private bath reservations are possible. |
| Related info | Please note: the ryokan has 3 floors, but the elevator only stops at floors 1 and 2. |
| Book a room | TripAdvisor.com |
| Access | Machiniwasaka Takayu 33, Fukushima City, Fukushima Pref. 960-2261 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 30 min from the Fukushima Nishi I.C. exit off the Tohoku Expressway By Train: 30 min taxi ride from the west exit of Fukushima Sta. (or 40 min by local bus) Mapcode for Car GPS:475 276 806*61 |
A rural landing field located 10 km Northwest of central Fukushima City. Starting with the Azuma Mountain range, the beautiful mountain vistas surrounding this massive location will leave you mesmerized. In addition to aircraft take-off and landing practice, it is possible to use the Fukushima Sky Park for various events. It is widely used for music events, automobile and motorcycle test drives, and a test venue for public organizations.
There are records of Shirakawa Daruma (Japanese traditional dolls) being sold as far back as the feudal reign of the Niwa Domain in 1627. Current Shirakawa Daruma are known as “Shirakawa Tsurugame Shochikubai Daruma.” The faces of these dolls are painted to incorporate various animals and plants, with the eyebrows representing cranes, the mustache representing a turtle, the ears representing pines and plum trees, and the beard representing bamboo or pine trees. All of these images are thought to bring good luck. The daruma is known to be a very classical, lucky talisman, started by Matsudaira Sadanobu, the lord of Shirakawa, when he hired the renowned painter Tani Buncho to paint the now famous face on the daruma doll. Once every year a large Shirakawa Daruma Market is held to celebrate and sell the beloved daruma dolls. You can paint your own daruma at the two daruma workshops in town!
The only Japan Racing Association racecourse in the Tohoku region. Enjoy the excitement of the seasonal races held during Spring, Summer and Winter, as well as the traditional Tanabata Prize in July. The racecourse also has other areas for enjoying yourself, including a children's play area and athletic facilities, making it a great place to come with the family.
This souvenir shop sells a large variety of Tsuchiyu Onsen local products, the most well-known - of course - is the Tsuchiyu Kokeshi dolls. Tsuchiyu Kokeshi wooden dolls are known for their peculiar expressions. Matsuya Souvenir Shop even includes a kokeshi workshop, where an artisan creates kokeshi right before your eyes. For a particularly unique experience, you can paint your own Kokeshi Doll!
Onyado Kawasemi is a luxury, 12-room onsen hotel located on 2.5 acres of land, just outside of central Iizaka Onsen Town. Here you can enjoy everything in traditional Japanese style, from the food and hospitality to the decor and atmosphere.
Daily entertainment includes:From 8:30 PM: Mochi (rice cake) pounding event From 8:50 PM: Musical performance of the day (Tsugaru-jamisen, Taisho-goto harp, etc.)
Mukaitaki Ryokan, originally owned by the Aizu domain, is now entrusted to the Hirata family, who have carefully preserved its legacy for generations. They continue to honor the ryokan's history while maintaining its traditional charm.All guest rooms at Mukaitaki are housed in a wooden structure that is registered as a National Cultural Property, offering guests a rare opportunity to stay in a building considered a national treasure. Despite its historic significance, the ryokan provides a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, allowing visitors to experience authentic Japanese culture.The ryokan’s hospitality focuses on creating a unique traditional Japanese space, offering a rare experience not found in everyday life. It is also one of the main sites for the Higashiyama Onsen Candle Festival.
Yado Yoshikawaya is a long-established onsen ryokan founded in the 12th year of the Tenpo era. Since its establishment, the ryokan has maintained a warm spirit of hospitality.Visitors can enjoy spacious, open-air baths that allow them to connect with nature, and barrier-free private baths. The ryokan offers a relaxing atmosphere, where guests can gaze at the changing scenery of Katakurayama throughout the seasons and listen to the soothing sound of the Surigami River. The hot springs are renowned for their skin-enhancing qualities, providing a rejuvenating experience for both body and soul.