Fukushima Prefecture

Nagatoya Shop Front, Nanukamachi's Must-Visit Traditional Sweets Maker

Nagatoya: Must-Visit Traditional Sweets in Aizu-Wakamatsu

June 6, 2026 / Fukushima Prefecture, Traditional Confectionery, Vegan and Vegetarian-Friendly Spots

In the nostalgic, historic streets of Nanukamachi in Aizu-Wakamatsu, Nagatoya (会津長門屋 七日町店) is one of the top traditional confectionery makers in town. Their Nanukamachi shop, located on Nanukamachi-dōri Street, opened in 2011. Founded in 1848, this legendary sweets maker has spent over 170 years blending samurai-era tradition with innovative, modern artistry. Whether you are a […]

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View of JR Tadami Line train crossing the First Tadami River Bridge in winter

Tadami Line: The Most Picturesque JR Local Train Line

May 24, 2026 / Autumn Foliage, Fukushima Prefecture, Hidden Gems, Niigata Prefecture, Snow Scenery

Are you looking for a hidden gem that is too breathtaking to take your eyes off near Tokyo? While there are a couple of these spots, the one we love the most is the JR Tadami Line (只見線). It was chosen as Japan’s most scenic local train line. From the window of the local train

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2-Week Itinerary in Japan’s Stunning Tōhoku Region

August 31, 2025 / Aomori Prefecture, Autumn Foliage, Fukushima Prefecture, Iwate Prefecture, Japan Itinerary, Miyagi Prefecture, Tōhoku Region

Planning a trip to Japan but want to escape the crowds of Tokyo and Kyoto? Look no further than the Tohōku Region. The Northeastern part of Japan is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. With two weeks in Japan, you will have enough time to experience a land of ancient samurai towns, breathtaking landscapes, and

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Tadami Line from Kaneyama Fureai Hiroba Kaneyama Fukushima Japan

A Guide to the Attractions Along the Scenic Tadami Line

October 18, 2025 / Fukushima Prefecture, Hokuriku Region, Niigata Prefecture, Tōhoku Region

Tadami Line (只見線) is Japan’s most scenic local train line that runs between Aizu-Wakamatsu City (会津若松) in Fukushima Prefecture and Uonuma City (魚沼市) in Niigata Prefecture. No matter when you visit the Tadami Line, you will be amazed by the natural scenery of the Japanese countryside landscapes that haven’t changed much since a few centuries

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Mitsuishi Shrine Worship Hall Tadami Fukushima Japan

Mitsuishi Shrine: Fukushima’s Hidden Gem & Unique Rituals

May 24, 2026 / Fukushima Prefecture, Temples & Shrines, Tōhoku Region

Tucked away in the lush, nature-filled mountains of Fukushima Prefecture, Mitsuishi Shrine (三石神社) in Tadami offers a captivating escape from the typical tourist trail. Located just a short hike from Tadami Station along Japan’s picturesque Tadami Line, this historic 12th-century sanctuary is famous for its three sacred giant boulders, each carrying its own mystical blessings.

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Top Things to Do in Tadami Town Fukushima Japan

Tadami Town: Exploring Japan’s Best Hidden Gem Railway Town

May 24, 2026 / Fukushima Prefecture, Tōhoku Region

Are you planning a trip along the historic JR Tadami Line and looking for the perfect stopover? Look no further than Tadami Town (只見町), Fukushima. Known affectionately as the “Capital of Nature,” this charming town in the Oku-Aizu region offers an authentic glimpse of rural Japanese life that most tourists miss entirely. From the challenging

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Koike Confectionary Store: The Most Famous Awamanjū Shop

February 27, 2025 / Fukushima Prefecture, Sweets, Tōhoku Region, Traditional Confectionery

One of the top specialties in the Aizu region is Awamanjū (あわまんじゅう), a slightly chewy bun filled with red bean paste. While manjū is a common traditional sweet that can be found across Japan, Awamanjū is only sold in Aizu, where it originates. Speaking of Awamanjū, Koike Confectionary Store (小池菓子舗) is the most famous shop

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Nanukamachi Station and the Sightseeing Bus Haikara-san Aizu-Wakamatsu Fukushima Japan

The Best Guide to the Must-Visit Spots on Nanukamachi-dōri

August 31, 2025 / Fukushima Prefecture, Tōhoku Region

In Aizu-Wakamatsu City, if you want to walk on a street lined with buildings from over a century ago, head to Nanukamachi-dōri Street (七日町通り). The 800-meter-long street stretching west from Nanukamachi Station (七日町駅) was a busy street in Aizu from the Edo period to the early 20th century. Historical warehouses and Western-style buildings are carefully

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Aizu Ichibankan and Noguchi Hideyo Museum in Nanukamachi Fukushima Japan

Aizu Ichibankan: The Historic Aizu Cafe & the 1,000 Yen Note

May 31, 2026 / Fukushima Prefecture, Recommended café, Tōhoku Region

Tucked away in the historic streets of Aizu-Wakamatsu, Café Aizu Ichibankan (會津壹番館) offers visitors the rare chance to literally sip coffee inside a piece of Japanese history. Housed in a beautifully preserved, Meiji-era Western-style brick building, this cozy coffee shop is much more than a retro local hangout. It is the former Kaiyō Clinic (會陽医院),

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Seki Lacquerware Aizu-Wakamatsu's Top Aizu Lacquerware Shop in Fukushima Japan

3 Best Places to Buy Authentic Aizu Lacquerware on Nanukamachi-dōri

May 31, 2026 / Fukushima Prefecture, Pottery and Crafts, Tōhoku Region

Strolling down the historic, 100-year-old streets of Nanukamachi-dōri Street in Aizu-Wakamatsu feels like stepping back in time. If you want to experience this beautiful art form firsthand, there is no better destination than Nanukamachi-dōri Street in Aizu-Wakamatsu. This scenic stretch is lined with beautifully preserved architecture and home to some of the region’s finest Aizu

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