Koibito-zaka (Lovers’ Slope)

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A gentle slope offering a panoramic view of Kitakata City, particularly famous for its beauty from dusk through the night. The night view, with city lights twinkling below, is incredibly romantic and a beloved hidden spot for locals. The view as it transitions from the "magic hour" of sunset to the sparkling night allows you to quietly feel the vastness of the Aizu Basin. It is an open, scenic location that is also highly attractive to photographers.

Koibito-zaka (Lovers’ Slope)
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喜多方市 恋人坂からの眺望

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Gokujo-no-Aizu Project Council

Koibito-zaka (Lovers’ Slope)

Address
Muranaka, Oguni, Kumagura-machi, Kitakata City, Fukushima Prefecture
Website
http://www.kitakata-kanko.jp/category/detail.php?id=60
Operator
Kitakata Tourism and Local Products Association

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