Ultimate Tadami Line Winter Tour
  • Nature
  • Aizu Area
  • Winter

  • 9 destinations
  • One Day

This tour itinerary, combining bus and train travel on one ticket, allows visitors to explore the best spots along the famous Tadami Line, showcasing breathtaking winter views and rich local heritage.

On this tour, you’ll visit the historic Enzoji Temple, home to the famous ‘akabeko’ legend, and visit a museum showcasing local folk art. You’ll also capture stunning photos from the viewpoint above the Tadami River Bridge and learn about the fascinating history of the river area, before taking a ride on the iconic Tadami Line train itself. A traditional meal made from local ingredients is included in the price.

Tickets can be purchased on the Fukushima Travel website.

Tour Details:

  • Dates: Saturdays between January 18, 2025 - March 23, 2025
  • Price: ¥6,820 for adults (¥6,200 + 10% processing fee), ¥5,720 for children (¥5,200 + 10% processing fee)
  • Includes: Bus ticket, Tadami Line train ticket from Aizu-Kawaguchi to Aizu-Yanaizu, lunch fee, Japanese guide
  • Departure/Arrival: Aizu-Wakamatsu Station (guests at Higashiyama Onsen can disembark there)

Start

Aizu-Wakamatsu Bus Terminal

Bus departs Aizu-Wakamatsu at 9.55am.

Enzoji Temple

  • Aizu Area
  • 40

Enzoji Temple, built in 807 by Tokuichi Daishi, is a symbolic landmark of Aizu, offering stunning views of the Tadami River and seasonal beauty, with cherry blossoms in spring, mist in summer, red maples in autumn, and snow in winter. Dedicated to Fukuman Kokuzo Bosatsu, the temple is steeped in legends, including one about a red cow aiding in its construction, which led to the akabeko becoming a symbol of Fukushima.

Bus departs at 11.20am.

Kawachi

  • Aizu Area
  • 60

Enjoy a traditional meal at Kawachi, highlighted by the usage of yukibori cabbage, which is sweetened by storing under snow.

For those boarding the bus at Roadside Station Aizu, the bus departs at 10.20am.

Enzoji Temple

  • Aizu Area
  • 40

Enzoji Temple, built in 807 by Tokuichi Daishi, is a symbolic landmark of Aizu, offering stunning views of the Tadami River and seasonal beauty, with cherry blossoms in spring, mist in summer, red maples in autumn, and snow in winter. Dedicated to Fukuman Kokuzo Bosatsu, the temple is steeped in legends, including one about a red cow aiding in its construction, which led to the akabeko becoming a symbol of Fukushima.

Bus departs at 12.30pm.

Tadami River Bridge No. 1 Viewpoint

  • Aizu Area
  • 45

Arriving at 12.45pm for a passing train at 13.03pm, the Tadami River bridge viewpoint is famous for its gorgeous views of the passing train across one of Japan's most striking railway bridges.

Bus departs at 11.20am.

Kawachi

  • Aizu Area
  • 60

Enjoy a traditional meal at Kawachi, highlighted by the usage of yukibori cabbage, which is sweetened by storing under snow.

Bus departs at 1.30pm.

Mishima Town Local Crafts Museum

  • Aizu Area
  • 30

Witness the beautiful craftsmanship of local products in Mishima, a town that centres around crafts in the winter time outside of farming season. Local plants are used to make a variety of bags, baskets and utensils.

Bus departs at 2.05pm.

Oku-Aizu Hydropower Museum Miori

  • Aizu Area
  • 30

The Hydropower Museum introduces the mechanics of hydroelectric power generation and the history of power development in the Tadami River system through a variety of exhibits including art and videos.

Departs at 3pm.

Aizu-Kawaguchi Station

  • Aizu Area

Board the Tadami Line train to depart at 3.35pm.

Enjoy a scenic trip on the Tadami Line headed north.

Aizu-Yanaizu Station

  • Aizu Area

Arrive at Aizu-Yanaizu at 4.27pm, then board the bus again, departing at 4.35pm.

Bus arrives at Aizu-Wakamatsu for 5.30pm.

Finish

Aizu-Wakamatsu Bus Terminal

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