Plan your trip to Fukushima

To assist in planning your trip to Fukushima Prefecture, the following resources will help you get to know the basics. From reaching Fukushima from other parts of Japan, basic access information when moving between cities, to some cultural guides to inspire where you want to go, find what you need in this section.

Practical Information

Getting to Fukushima

Learn how to access Fukushima from various central hubs such as Tokyo, Sendai, Nikko and Sapporo.

Getting Around Fukushima

Fukushima has so much to offer in the way of sights and activities; and its several train lines, both JR and private, will help you have an easily navigable trip.

Safety in Fukushima

Plan and travel with peace of mind by understanding the latest situation in the eastern parts of Fukushima, affected by the 2011 earthquake. (Work in Progress)

Accessibility in Fukushima

Find out how the Fukushima Barrier-Free Tour Center can help provide accessibility support on your next trip to Fukushima prefecture.

Fukushima in Detail

Traditional Food

Fukushima is home to unique variety of local foods and flavors, making the most of seasonal ingredients.

Traditional Crafts

Fukushima prefecture has a proud heritage of traditional arts and crafts. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn more about these incredible Fukushima works that make great souvenirs.

Fruit Calendar

Fukushima is renowned for its delicious fruits, and a wide variety of fruit-related attractions can be found.

Cherry Blossom

Every year, from early April to mid-May, you can enjoy cherry blossoms all over Fukushima.

Downloadable Brochures

Browse our selection of tourism guides and pamphlets – available in PDF format and free to download

Latest Guides

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5 Reasons To Visit Tadami Line’s Yanaizu Town

Yanaizu Town lies west of the historic city of Aizu-Wakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture. It’s a perfect destination to include in a day trip from Aizu-Wakamatsu City, or as part of the journey to Kaneyama or Miyashita, where you can stay the night before venturing out to see the No. 1 Tadami Ri...
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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&rsquo...
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5 Reasons To Visit Sazae-do

Sazae-do is a very special Buddhist temple. Constructed in 1796 entirely from wood, Sazae-do has a double-helix structure, meaning that those who enter Sazae-do will leave the building without encountering anybody traveling in the opposite direction. The one-way route of Sazae-do w...

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