Koriyama City

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As a major transportation hub in central Fukushima, this is an energetic city of commerce. On the other hand, the "Koriyama Nunobiki Wind Plateau" offers a spectacular view of vast sunflower or cosmos fields at the foot of giant wind turbines. Known as the "City of Music" (Gakuto), street pianos and concerts color the city streets. It is an extremely convenient hub for Fukushima sightseeing, combining urban convenience with easy access to Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Adatara.

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Koriyama City Tourism Association

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Address: 2F JR Koriyama Station, 195 Hiuchida, Koriyama City, Fukushima
Website: https://www.kanko-koriyama.gr.jp/
Operator: Koriyama City Tourism Association

Koriyama City Spots List

Bandai-Atami Onsen
Choshigataki Waterfall
Jodomatsu Park
Beni-shidare Jizo Cherry Blossom
Takashiba Deco-yashiki (Takashiba Craft Village)
Mt. Adatara
Koriyama Nunobiki Wind Plateau

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Bandai-Atami Onsen

A famous hot spring with a 800-year history, affectionately known as the Water of Beauties. The smooth spring water gently envelops your skin, providing the ultimate healing experience to release both mind and body. In the quiet hot spring town where the murmuring of a clear stream can be heard, a variety of accommodations ranging from traditional Japanese inns to modern hotels line the streets, offering a taste of sophisticated Japanese hospitality. With excellent access from the Shinkansen station, it is the perfect luxury base to soothe your fatigue while sightseeing in Fukushima.

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Choshigataki Waterfall

A magnificent 48-meter-high waterfall selected as one of the Top 100 Waterfalls in Japan. It earned its name from its unique shape, which resembles a choshi, a traditional vessel used for pouring sake. The sight of water crashing violently against the rock walls is breathtakingly powerful. Trekking through the surrounding primeval forest is filled with pure air and negative ions, allowing you to feel the powerful energy of Japan's nature with your entire body. This is a must-visit for those seeking a mystical, secluded sanctuary away from the bustle of the city.

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Jodomatsu Park

A mystical park featuring a harmony of uniquely shaped rocks and pine trees, earning it the nickname Land Matsushima. The sight of mushroom rocks with white surfaces carved by years of weathering and erosion evokes a wondrous feeling, as if you have landed on another planet. This location, where creative natural formations coexist with the tranquility of a Japanese garden, is also popular as a photogenic spot with stunning views. It is perfect for those who wish to wander through one of Japan's hidden gems known only to a few.

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Beni-shidare Jizo Cherry Blossom

A magnificent red weeping cherry tree, over 400 years old, blooms as if to embrace the Jizo statue that serves as the local guardian deity. The vibrant deep pink petals falling like a cascading waterfall create an overwhelmingly beautiful and mystical landscape that symbolizes spring in Japan. This site, which has been carefully protected by local people since ancient times, embodies traditional Japanese prayer and affection for nature. It is a special sanctuary where you can feel the vital energy of the cherry blossoms in silence and spend a peaceful moment of reflection.

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Takashiba Deco-yashiki (Takashiba Craft Village)

A settlement of artisans with over 300 years of history, specializing in wood-carved dolls and papier-mâché crafts. "Deco" means doll. The village scene with old thatched-roof houses feels like a world from a folk tale. Traditional folk toys like "Miharu-koma" and "Akabeko" are still handmade here, and visitors can even experience painting their own under the guidance of a craftsman. It is a precious spot to directly touch simple Japanese art and artisan skills.

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Mt. Adatara

Mt. Adatara, located in central Fukushima Prefecture, is a famous peak celebrated by poet Kotaro Takamura as the place with the true sky, symbolized by its clear blue horizons. As one of Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, it fascinates hikers with the contrast between the lunar-like landscape of the Numano-daira crater, a rugged remnant of volcanic activity, and the gentle beauty of alpine plants. Using the ropeway, even beginners can easily access the 1,700-meter-high world, and in autumn, enjoy the breathtaking sight of the entire mountain tinged in fiery red foliage. After your hike, refresh yourself at Dake Onsen at the...

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Koriyama Nunobiki Wind Plateau

Located on a plateau approximately 1,000 meters high overlooking Lake Inawashiro, this is one of Japan's largest wind farms, featuring 33 giant wind turbines. Sunflowers in summer and cosmos in autumn fill the vast grounds, creating a photogenic contrast between the white turbines and vibrant flowers. The panoramic view from the observatory is breathtaking, offering an open, magnificent vista of blue skies, the lake, and a sea of flowers accompanied by a refreshing mountain breeze.

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