Fukushima Prefecture has some absolutely beautiful spots for enjoying Japan’s amazing autumn leaves. Although many of these can be accessed by public transport, one of my favourite spots is a little difficult to get to without hiring a car. So, I recommend renting a car and making a day of it in southern Fukushima –Continue reading Autumn Drive & Onsen Day-Trip in Southern Fukushima
Where is Iizaka Onsen & What is a ‘Kenka Matsuri’? Iizaka Onsen is a quaint town built around the sources of the Iizaka Onsen hot springs. Iizaka Onsen hot spring water has been loved for over a millennium, and is well-known in Japan. Residents of Tokyo often pop up on the Shinkansen to takeContinue reading Iizaka Onsen & Kenka Matsuri Autumn Festival
This blog post is about everything Soma! Soma City is an awesome, historical city on the coast of Fukushima Prefecture. It’s famous for its strawberries and its beautiful shrines, so please consider visiting next time you come to the Tohoku area of Japan! So where should you go in Soma City? Baryo Park & NakamuraContinue reading Visiting Soma by the Sea
The hot, humid days have suddenly become cooler, and it’s getting darker earlier every day, which means one thing and one thing only… autumn is here! It never ceases to amaze me how quickly the seasons change over in Fukushima. This year, I’m hoping to take advantage of the beautiful red and yellow autumn leavesContinue reading Short Autumn Hike Along Natsuigawa Valley
Tsurugajo Castle is a popular spot to visit among tourists coming to Fukushima. Whether you’re discovering the samurai history of Aizu Wakamatsu City in the castle museum, relaxing while taking a sip of freshly-prepared matcha at Rinkaku Tea Ceremony Rooms, or snapping some photos from the observatory on the top floor of the castle, TsurugajoContinue reading Tsurugajo Castle & the Meiji Restoration
Fukushima Prefecture’s biggest firework festival will be held tomorrow night (August 25) in Sukagawa City. I was impressed went to the Sukagawa City Shakado River Fireworks Display last year. Not only was the 90-minute firework display fantastic, but the atmosphere in the city centre was really fun and exciting. Thinking back to my visit toContinue reading Sukagawa City: Fireworks, Tatami, Fire Festivals & Sci-Fi Heroes
After visiting it a few weeks ago, I would say that Inawashiro’s World Glassware Hall (世界のガラス館) is pretty underrated as a spot for tourists to visit. The World Glassware Hall exhibits over 25,000 items of carefully designed and handcrafted glass from all around the world. A majority of the glassware on display is for sale,Continue reading Make Your Own Glass Souvenirs at the World Glassware Hall
I visited Asahi Brewery yesterday for the first time. I don’t know much about beer so I wasn’t sure how interesting or accessible I would find the tour, but it was actually really good. What’s more, it’s very easy for anyone to visit, regardless of how much Japanese you may or may not speak. Continue reading Asahi Brewery Guided Tour
Last week I visited Tsunoda Lacquer Art Workshop (角田漆芸工房) in Kitashiobara Village, Urabandai Area. There’s a huge variety of lacquerware products on display and for sale at Tsunoda san’s workshop – many of which Tsunoda san painted himself. The production of Aizu Lacquerware is the beautiful result of the hard work andContinue reading Tsunoda Lacquer Art Studio & Sunken Gold Painting Experience in Urabandai
I went to Lake Inawashiro last weekend for a BBQ with some friends, and was reminded of just how spectacularly beautiful Inawashiro area is – especially in the summer. Yesterday I travelled to Inawashiro Town and nearby Kitashiobara Village for work, so that I could check out some of the best places to visit inContinue reading Visiting Inawashiro in Summer
