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Aizu Hanko Nisshinkan

A faithful reconstruction of the Aizu Domain's school, which boasted the highest standard of education in Japan during the Edo period. Visitors can experience how the elite of the time studied through the martial arts halls, the astronomical observatory, and a pond that served as Japan's oldest swimming pool. With activities like archery, Zen meditation, and traditional craft painting, it is a history-themed spot where both adults and children can enjoy learning the samurai values of "etiquette" and "spirit."

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Aizuwakamatsu City

The former castle town of the Aizu Domain, this historic city still breathes with the "Samurai Spirit." Centered around the castle, the area is filled with old merchant houses, sake breweries converted into cafes, and traditional craft workshops, making it a wonderful place for a stroll. Local cuisine and world-renowned sake are also abundant. It is a profound city where Japanese tradition, martial arts, and gastronomy harmonize perfectly—an essential stop to understand the heart of Fukushima.

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Hinoemata Village Ski Resort

A cozy, local ski resort located in Hinoemata, the village with the lowest population density in Japan. While not a large-scale resort, it allows you to avoid crowds and enjoy top-quality powder snow with a private feel. Enjoying skiing alongside warm local hospitality, village hot springs, and specialty cuisine offers a warmth of "village winter" that cannot be found in major tourist destinations. It is a hidden gem often chosen by advanced skiers who want to enjoy the mountains in peace.

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Hayato Onsen Tsurunoyu

A famous hot spring with 1,200 years of history, located right on the banks of the Tadami River. From the open-air baths, you can view the grand flow of the river and the mountains of Oku-Aizu so closely they feel within reach. Especially in the early morning or at dusk when river mist rises, it is a blissful place to deeply release your mind and body within a mystical landscape. The concentrated, free-flowing hot springs and the stunning views will completely wash away the fatigue of daily life.

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Byobu-iwa Crags

An impressive scenic spot on the clear Inami River where white rock walls stand like a "Byobu" (folding screen). The rugged yet beautiful texture of the rocks, the transparent flow of water, and the deep surrounding greenery create a perfect contrast. The sight of autumn leaves vibrantly coloring the rock face is particularly spectacular. You can descend to the riverbank to feel the power of nature, making it a hidden gem that envelops visitors in quiet emotion.

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Goshikinuma Ponds

A general term for a group of ponds and lakes created by the eruption of Mt. Bandai, each emitting mystical colors. Depending on the mineral content of the water and how the light hits it, the ponds show different beautiful colors such as emerald green, cobalt blue, and turquoise. A one-hour walking course is available, allowing you to enjoy the jewel-like water colors that change with every step. It is a "mysterious paradise" created by the hand of nature.

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Nakatsugawa Valley

A deep and beautiful gorge representing the Urabandai area. Especially during the autumn foliage season, the cliffs are decorated in bright red maples, and the contrast with the clear blue of the river is startlingly vivid and artistic. Visitors can walk down to the bottom of the gorge along a trail, enjoying the dynamic rock formations and the powerful flow of water up close. It is the perfect place to experience the richness of autumn in Fukushima.

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Hanitsuju Jinja Shrine

A historic shrine dedicated to Hoshina Masayuki, the founder of the Aizu Domain. It is extremely famous as a spot for autumn colors; the sight of the grounds vibrantly filled with deep red maple leaves is breathtakingly beautiful. In winter, a mystical landscape unfolds with white torii gates standing amidst pure white snow. It is a landmark where you can enjoy sacred silence and seasonal beauty throughout the year, characterized by an atmosphere of dignity and peace.

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Isasumi Jinja Shrine

Considered one of the most prestigious shrines in the Aizu region, with a history said to span about 2,000 years. Since ancient times, it has been deeply worshipped by locals as a deity for business prosperity, protection against evil, and matchmaking. A sacred and dignified atmosphere fills the vast grounds. Through seasonal events like the Iris Festival in early summer, visitors can feel the depth of traditional Japanese culture and spirituality. It is a place where simply visiting feels as though your heart is being purified.

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Tono-hetsuri Crags

A scenic spot featuring a series of tower-shaped crags formed by erosion and weathering over a staggering one million years. "Hetsuri" means "cliff" in the local dialect. Visitors can cross a suspension bridge and walk along the rock face, feeling the dynamic sculptural beauty of nature up close. The contrast between the white cliffs, the vibrant autumn leaves, and the emerald green of the river is particularly breathtaking.

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Akonuma Pond

A mysterious pond located near the crater of Mt. Bandai, characterized by its "copper-colored" (reddish-brown) water. The rugged surrounding rock faces, withered trees, and the unique water color created by iron oxide produce a landscape that feels like another world. It is a spot where you can feel the history of Mt. Bandai’s dynamic eruptions firsthand, and it possesses a powerful energy that overwhelms those who visit during a hike.

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Onogawa Fudo Falls

An impressive waterfall located within the rich forests of Urabandai. The force of the water rushing down the rock face is incredibly powerful, creating a mystical atmosphere in contrast with the quiet surrounding virgin forest. In winter, the waterfall can turn into a giant pillar of ice known as an "icefall," allowing visitors to feel the harshness and vital energy of nature up close. A walking path leads to the falls, making it accessible while enjoying a forest bath.

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Takizawa Ouketsu (Potholes)

A wonder of nature created over countless years as the rapid currents of the Aga River carved circular holes into the hard riverbed rocks. These "potholes" of various sizes lined up along the rocky area resemble the surface of the moon, offering a mysterious sculptural beauty. It is a place where you can observe the natural carvings created by the energy of water up close, experiencing the wonders of nature while enjoying a geologically precious landscape.

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Shimogo Town

Home to Ouchi-juku, this town is a place where history and nature are deeply fused. From post towns retaining Edo-period charms to dynamic gorges with towering rock formations and quiet plateaus, a variety of attractions are condensed here. With abundant nature-based activities and local folk cuisine, this is an area where travelers wanting to leave the city behind and savor "Good Old Japan" can find new discoveries every time they visit.

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Sarugakudai Plateau

A plateau home to one of Japan's largest buckwheat fields, located at an altitude of about 600 meters. From late August to early September, the vast 40-hectare area is blanketed in white buckwheat flowers, creating a stunning scene that looks like summer snow. The contrast between the blue of the distant mountains and the endless white flowers is overwhelmingly beautiful. Visitors can enjoy a rustic and grand landscape that colors the end of summer in Fukushima.

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Koibito-zaka (Lovers’ Slope)

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.

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Aizu Higashiyama Onsen Harataki

A stunning inn in Higashiyama Onsen that exclusively offers views of the river and the powerful "Hara-daki" waterfall right before your eyes. The "Kawadoko" dining experience, where you enjoy meals on a special riverside terrace from summer to autumn, is particularly exceptional. Tasting Aizu’s delicacies while feeling the cool breeze and the sound of the waterfall heals the five senses. It is a special place to spend a luxurious moment where hot springs and nature harmonize perfectly.

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Bandai Town

Located at the foot of Mt. Bandai, this town is graced with pure water and deep history. While it flourished as a temple town for Enichi-ji, it is now an active tourism hub with ski resorts and highland retreats. The delicious rice and sake produced from the mountain’s pure water are exceptional. It is the perfect place for travelers who want to enjoy a balance of deep Japanese history and outdoor activities in magnificent nature.

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Enichiji Temple Ruins

The site of one of the largest temples in the Tohoku region, founded in the early Heian period. Once a thriving center of religion and culture with over 100 buildings, it now features a reconstructed Golden Hall that evokes the prosperity of ancient Buddhist culture. The quiet space, heavy with history, is a calm spot for a stroll, perfect for a journey to trace the spiritual roots of the Aizu region.

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Mount Bandai

Also known as "Aizu Fuji," this iconic peak is the symbol of Fukushima. Depending on the angle, it shows two faces: a beautiful cone shape and a rugged rock face carved by a past eruption. With well-developed climbing trails, the summit offers a 360-degree panorama of Lake Inawashiro and the surrounding lake districts. It is the most beloved mountain in the prefecture, allowing visitors to experience the dynamic natural history and stunning views of Fukushima all at once.

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Tatsuzawa Fudo Falls

A powerful waterfall hidden deep within a lush virgin forest. It consists of the "Odaki" (Male Fall), which flows powerfully down the rock face, and the "Medaki" (Female Fall), which stands gracefully beside it. A small torii gate in front of the waterfall enhances the sacred atmosphere. It shows divine forms in every season—fresh greenery, autumn leaves, or frozen ice in winter. Surrounded by pure spray and birdsong, it is a special power spot where you can feel the energy of nature on your skin.

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Yanohara Marshland

A wetland rich in biodiversity located at an altitude of about 600 meters. Approximately 280 species of plants grow wild here, with the colonies of Asian skunk cabbage in spring being particularly magnificent. Well-maintained walking paths allow visitors to easily enjoy a stroll while observing seasonal alpine plants and listening to wild birds. It is a hidden gem for nature lovers where you can feel the breath of life amidst profound silence.

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Mugenkyo Gorge

A scenic area along the Tadami River in Oku-Aizu, famous for the mystical landscapes created by "mist," as the name suggests. Especially in the early mornings from summer to autumn, river mist blankets the water's surface, and the sight of a ferryboat moving through the fog looks like a world from an ink-wash painting. With old settlement remains and small shrines standing quietly, it is an ultimate healing spot where you can spend time away from daily life in a mysterious and soul-cleansing atmosphere.

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Ouchijuku

A precious historic site that preserves the appearance of an Edo-period post town, featuring rows of thatched-roof houses. The unpaved streets retain the atmosphere of centuries past, making visitors feel as though they have slipped through time. The local specialty, "Negi-soba," is incredibly popular with international tourists for its unique style of eating with a whole leek instead of chopsticks. It is a place where traditional Japanese streetscapes and unique food culture merge into an unforgettable experience.

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