In addition to the eight bridges over the Tadami River, trains on the Tadami Line cross a couple of more bridges, surrounded by stunning nature. While the photos of those scenic bridges might not be as spectacular as those taken from the First Tadami River Bridge Viewpoint, these hidden spots are also loved by photographers. […]
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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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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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The east and west sides of Tadami Station have completely different vibes. The west side is filled with nature. Apart from the Tadami Sky Resort (只見スキー場), the main reason people venture out of the town center is Mitsuishi Shrine (三石神社) and hiking. The shrine buried in a low mountain near the station is where you
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If you plan to take the Tadami Line, the train will stop at Tadami Station for 10 to 30 minutes. Why? So the passengers can explore the area around the train station. Located in the second half of the Tadami Line, the town makes a great place to spend a night after exploring the scenic
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For those who love hot springs, you can enjoy the onsen at Hayato Onsen Tsuru no Yu (早戸温泉つるの湯) after your boat ride to Mugenkyō Gorge. The onsen ryokan is within walking distance from Hayato Station. It is open for day visitors and has open-air hot spring baths overlooking Tadami River. Unlike many hot spring facilities,
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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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If you are a rail fan and are looking for a hidden gem for photos of trains with breathtaking scenery in the background, the best train line in Japan is the Tadami Line (只見線) that spans through Fukushima and Niigata Prefectures. It was chosen as Japan’s most scenic local train line and has been gaining
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