Cultural Experiences
Green Tea Experience at Suirakuen Garden
Try matcha green tea in a traditional tea house in Suirakuen Garden, located inside Nanko Park. Suirakuen Garden is also a popular place to visit for its fall foliage.
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Pension Merry Kings
Pension Merry Kings offers a unique experience with private access to natural hot springs, known for their skin-smoothing properties. Guests can enjoy rejuvenating soaks in the onsen, complemented by delicious meals featuring locally sourced vegetables, mountain greens, and premium Fukushima beef, providing a refreshing break from everyday stress.
Located in the peaceful village of Ten'ei, the area is surrounded by various attractions, including Lake Hatori, British Hills, the Pacific Club Shirakawa Resort Golf Course, and the Grandee Hatori Lake Ski Resort. In winter, it’s a popular destination for winter sports, while in summer, it serves as a cool retreat from the heat. Pension Merry Kings invites guests to unwind and enjoy a relaxing holiday in this tranquil setting.
Venue Details
| Website | https://merrykings.net/(Japanese) |
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| Contact | 0248-85-2300 |
| Accommodation details | Room styles: 6 Western-style rooms (with bathrooms), 2 Japanese-style rooms Check in / Check out: 15:00 / 10:00 Hot springs: Alkaline hot spring |
| Related info | Tattoo-friendly Smoking areas Water dispenser Luggage forwarding |
| Access | Takatoya-32-7 Hatori, Tenei, Iwase District, Fukushima 962-0623 View directions |
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| Getting there | By Car: 1hr from Koriyama Station Mapcode for Car GPS:203 847 130*21 |
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Outdoor Activities
Bandai-Azuma Skyline Cycling Route
The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is one of the top cycling routes of Japan! The route brings cyclists through dense green forests to volcanic terrain and sweeping views of Fukushima city and the volcanic peak of Mt. Kofuji, or “Little Fuji”. In autumn this course is warmed by vibrant autumn leaves, that make for a magical ride! Fukushima has routes for cyclists of all levels! Click here for more information about Cycling Courses and Events in Fukushima! (Click here to read our blog about cycling the scenic Bandai-Azuma Skyline!)
Cultural Experiences
Kokeshi Doll Painting at Matsuya Souvenir Shop
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!
Cultural Experiences
Sukagawa Enobori Yoshinoya Workshop
Established in 1836, the Yoshinoya family has been continuing the production of Enobori banners using traditional techniques. Originally the family business was a kimono shop, however, the side business of painting Enobori banners began to grow until is eventually became their main business.These banners typically feature images of warriors and can be quite complex with their designs. They are made by painting on banners with a type of calligraphy ink.To create clean and uniform design, stencils are made from various materials to be used as a guide for the design. Once the basic design is painted with a stencil, you connect the lines and add fine details by hand.As a nod to a famous Sukagawa person, they began creating a design of Ultraman posing as a samurai warrior! You can try out the traditional banner making method explained above to create tote bags and small banners featuring a variety of samurai and Ultraman samurai designs.©円谷プロ
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