Summer in Fukushima presents a wealth of opportunities to enjoy the prefecture in its best light. The Urabandai area promises trekking and mountain climbing through an unprecedented scenic landscape. It is also the season when several of Fukushima’s fruits are ripe for harvest, with peaches and cherries being particularly famous to the region. The coastal region provides a myriad of marine sports options for active visitors.
Please note: The 2020 Aizu Tajima Gion Festival will be held on a much smaller scale this year, as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19. Attendance will be limited to local people. This festival - recognised as a Significant Intangible Folk Cultural Asset - has a history of over 800 yea...
Please note: Soma Nomaoi Festival 2020 has been scaled back and there will be no spectators as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19 Soma Nomaoi originated some one thousand odd years ago in the Minamisoma region. It has its routes in the training of horses in the field as part of milita...
Lake Numazawa Festival is held on the first Saturday and Sunday of August every year at Lake Numazawa in Kaneyama Town. It is said that over 800 years ago, a man killed a giant snake (dragon) that lived at the bottom of Lake Numazawa in order to protect Kaneyama Town. Over the course of the 2 day...
Spend a day in Nihonmatsu City in Northern Fukushima, an area known for rich cultural traditions and specialties in sake, lacquerware, and fruits. We recommend that you explore the city through our itinerary on foot or by taking short taxi rides. Access JR Nihonmatsu Station via the Tohoku Main L...
This two-day trip highlights some of the best Fukushima has to offer and is perfect for those looking to get the most out of the prefecture in a limited time. Take in castles, nature, traditional villages, and more as you treat yourself to local styles of soba and ramen along the way. Renting a c...
Spend a day traveling to the most famous sights of the Aizu region of Fukushima. On this 1-day tour of the area, you will visit some of the best spots in Aizu by train. Begin your trip in Kitakata City, famous for its delicious ramen, strong sake, and traditional Japanese crafts. Specializing ...
This two-day trip by train will take visitors through the best of the Aizu-Wakamatsu and Higashiyama areas. Prepare yourself to experience the majesty of nature, history, and culture. You will be delighted on your tour in the heart of Aizu. Start the first day of your trip at Lake Inawashiro i...
Have a gourmet adventure in the Ouchi-juku area of Fukushima Prefecture. The Aizu area of Fukushima is known for its eclectic and delicious foods, not to mention the absolutely fantastic scenery. Enjoy this one-day tour that you can take any time of the year by train and then walk your way throug...
There’s no better way to celebrate summertime in Japan than with an impressive display of fireworks and masterful pyrotechnics along the riverside with a cold drink. Begin your Japanese summer adventure at Fukushima Station and travel by train to the site of the Fukushima Grand Fireworks...
You can enjoy this multi-day relaxation tour of Fukushima any time of year. But that’s not the only thing to make this trip so enticing. You’ll find something for everyone in the family or quiet spots of solitude to be enjoyed alone. Whether you’re traveling with someone or by y...
Discover the spirit of the Japanese samurai on this one-day tour of samurai history in the beautiful Aizu region of Fukushima. Feel the history of the past come to life all around you as you experience the places where samurai once walked. This tour can be enjoyed any time of the year and with th...
Take a 2-day tour of relaxation, history, and culture on this trip you can enjoy by train or taxi. You’ll journey around Fukushima Prefecture to see some stunning sights and relax in some of the best springs. Begin your first day at Fukushima Station where you will travel to Iizaka Onsen...
Enjoy this one-day bus tour in the area of Aizu-Wakamatsu thanks to the ease of the local city tour buses driving between each major destination in the locale of Aizu-Wakamatsu Station. No matter what time of the year you decide to visit Fukushima, the Aizu-Wakamatsu area is sure to entrance y...
Jump start your vacation of Fukushima’s Aizu region with this multi-day tour. You can be sure to enjoy the sights any time of year, so these make for great additions to your already existing plans or a tour of their own. No matter how you decide to use them, you won’t be disappointed....
Bring an empty stomach to this one-day tour of Aizu cuisine and drink! This wonderful tour can be enjoyed any time of the year, making it an exceptional choice to add into your existing plans of the area. Travel by train, local bus, and taxi to reach your destinations and let your appetite lead y...
Feeling a little tired of high-pace tours that are taking you this way and that? Why not slow down and enjoy the Bandai region’s nature and get in a side of spiritual cleansing while you’re at it? That’s exactly what this one-day side trip is for. Experience the Bandai region at...
It’s time to be refreshed by the fresh fruits and hot waters of Fukushima Prefecture. On this one-day tour that you can experience any time of the year. Catch a taxi from Fukushima Station and head out to Marusei Orchard. Here you’ll be able to pick fresh, juicy fruit already ripe for...
See the sights of the Aizu region of Fukushima on this one-day train tour of the area. It’s a tour you can enjoy any time of the year. You’re sure to love every one of the beautiful vistas along the way on this “views of Aizu” trip. Start from Aizu-Miyashita Station and...
Refresh yourself along the coasts of Fukushima with this one-day plan of three of the best spots. You can enjoy these places any time of the year, so it’s perfect to fit into your pre-existing plans for the area. Start out at Iwaki Station and make your way down to Aquamarine Fukushima. Th...
Have you ever wanted to take a cross-prefecture tour of Japan, from Tokyo to the impeccable countryside of Fukushima? Well, now is your chance to travel from the international hub of Tokyo and see what else Japan and—especially—Fukushima have to offer. Enjoy this cross-country tour of...
It is time for a taste of Kitakata like never before. Add in these stops to your day tour of the area and be satisfied by the many tastes of the region. The best part? This tour can be taken at any time of the year, by bus or by taxi. You’re in for a treat when you visit these stops. Start...
WHERE IS IIZAKA ONSEN & WHAT IS A ‘KENKA MATSURI’? Iizaka Onsen is a quaint town built around the sources of the Iizaka Onsen hot springs. Iizaka Onsen hot spring water has been loved for over a millennium, and is well-known in Japan. Residents of Tokyo often pop up on the ...
Peaches are the most famous produce of Fukushima, but blessed with a climate slap bang in the middle of Japan, Fukushima produces countless types of delicious fruit and veggies. At Wonder Farm, a ‘new age farm’, visitors can learn about farming and also eat lots of delicious, local...
Summer is the perfect time to take a hike around the incredible Goshiki-numa, Urabandai. The range of colours which can be seen in the water of the picturesque lakes and ponds of this area has given it the name ‘Goshiki-numa’, meaning ‘Five Coloured Marshes’. The...
