Fukushima is often remembered as a place with nuclear accidents and disasters that happened in 2011. But do you know this place is actually worth visiting and completely safe now. Fukushima is a prefecture located in the Tohoku region of Japan, that hold so much importance than just ‘that place’. With its historical sites, impressive sights, outdoor activities, breathtaking natural landscapes and the delicious local foods, Fukushima tour has so much to offer.
Begin your Fukushima historical tour by reliving historical life at Ouchi-juku, which is a small area known for its well-preserved old houses. It was used as a post town during the Edo era, where people traveling around the country took a rest and stayed overnight and it's one of the most well-preserved post stations of all. Here you will get to see various Japanese traditional houses and buildings lining the main road, and most of them have the traditional thatched roof, and do you know especially in winter you will get to see stunning scenery due to snow-covered roof.
Apart from the scenery in Ouchi juku, you must try some unique local dishes, Takato soba (buckwheat noodles), or negi soba (green onion soba). When eating this dish, you must use green onion instead of chopsticks to binge on the fragrant noodles!
After Ouchi juku another iconic historical site is Tsuruga Castle, also known as Aizu-Wakamatsu. It has its historical significance due to its political power in Edo era and the Boshin war that took place which was one of the fiercest wars in Japan in its long history and a turning point for Japan. This castle is currently used as a museum. In the winter this area gets snow from January to March annually, making this one of the few castles in Japan you can see covered in snow. On the castle grounds you can also visit the beautiful Rinkaku Teahouse, where the feudal lords used to hold the tea ceremony.
Practice the spirituality at Sazaedo Temple, where you can witness the world's one and only wooden double helix structure, which measures 16 meters high. At the inside of the temple, you will be surprised to see that there are two spiral ramp-like staircases. Also, there are thirty-three statues of Kannon that are enshrined.
Enjoy your Fukushima nature tour at Goshiki Numa, which is a cluster of several ponds and lakes nestled in Bandai plateau of Mount Bandai, counted as one of the best mountains in Japan. You will be joyful to see that the ponds and lakes get filled with the mysterious colors of water which are not artificial, but thoroughly created by nature. And yes, the change in colors is due to changes in climate, season, and time which makes it more special and fascinating.
If you are someone who wants to admire flowers, then go for Fukushima sightseeing tour at Hanamiyama park. You will be mesmerized with the views of the flowers trees that have been beautifully planted on the vast park grounds and do you know that famous Japanese photographer, Akiyama Shotaro, was extremely impressed by the scenery, and described it as a “flower paradise”.
The best season to enjoy the park is the spring season in April where you will get the chance to observe the beauty of the park's masterpiece: sakura cherry blossoms and nanohana blossoms both blooming at the same time.
The Fukushima trip is incomplete without experiencing the magnificent view of Mt. Bandai reflecting against the shimmering surface of Lake Inawashiro, one the most iconic destinations in Fukushima. Take a sightseeing boat tour on the lake and enjoy riding it to cruise across the calm waters, while taking in the refreshing breeze and scenery.
Experience the distinct Fukushima Adventure tour by exploring the hot springs area of Fukushima- Higashiyama and Iizaka Onsen. Do you know that Fukushima has the fifth largest number of natural hot springs in Japan. At Higashiyama Onsen hot spring district, you will be stunned with the iconic view of the hot springs with the bridge extending across toward Ryokan Mukaitaki.
Discover the charm of this important region of Japan that has suffered so much with expertly curated Fukushima vacation packages that can manage accommodation, transportation, and guided tours effortlessly and affordably. These packages offer lots of benefits and facilities that will make your Fukushima vacation memorable.
