Fukushima

Discover Samurai Spirit & Outdoor Thrills

Journey north of Tokyo to Fukushima Prefecture, the gateway to Japan’s northeastern region of Tohoku. There you’ll find the samurai spirit alive and well, and have the opportunity to explore one of the most enduring aspects of Japanese history. You’ll also find unspoiled nature home to a wealth of thrilling outdoor activities.

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JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)

Day 1

  • Tokyo
  • Fukushima

Day 2

  • Fukushima
  • Tokyo

The JR EAST Pass (Tohoku) is a 5-day discount pass that allows for unlimited travel on JR trains and Shinkasen in an area of coverage from Tokyo to Aomori, which makes it the perfect way to explore the Tohoku region. Not only will you be able to conveniently travel to and around Fukushima, but you also have the option of going even further afield to see what else this exciting region has to offer.

Day 1 - START

About 180 mins

  • JR Tohoku Shinkansen【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Tokyo Station – Koriyama Station

  • JR Tohoku Line Local【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Koriyama Station – Nihonmatsu Station

  • Bus【Additional fare required】

    Nihonmatsueki iriguchi – Safaripakumae

  • Walk

    Safaripakumae – Ebisu Circuit

	Feel the Need for Speed in a Fukushima Drift Taxi

Feel the Need for Speed in a Fukushima Drift Taxi

Feel the Need for Speed in a Fukushima Drift Taxi

Get a taste of life in the fast lane and dive head-first into Japan’s dynamic drifting subculture with Drift Taxi, a thrilling ride-along experience with professional drivers at Fukushima’s Ebisu Circuit!

1 Sawamatsukura, Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, 964-0088

About 210 mins

  • Walk

    Ebisu Circuit – Safaripakumae

  • Bus【Additional fare required】

    Safaripakumae – Nihonmatsu Ekimae

  • JR Tohoku Line Local【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Nihonmatsu Station – Koriyama Station

  • JR Ban-Etsusai Line Local【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Koriyama Station – Aizuwakamatsu Station

  • Bus【Additional fare required】

    Aizuwakamatsu Station Ekimae Terminal – Tsurugajonishiguchi

  • Walk

    Tsurugajonishiguchi – Aizu Butokuden

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Learn Kendo at Fukushima’s Mighty Tsuruga-jo Castle

Learn Kendo at Fukushima’s Mighty Tsuruga-jo Castle

Learn Kendo at Fukushima’s Mighty Tsuruga-jo Castle

Study samurai swordplay at the Aizu Butokuden, a dojo in the shadow of the majestic Tsuruga-jo Castle. Try your hand at Kendo, and get a taste of the traditional values of Japan’s mighty warriors.

Aizu Butokuden
1-10 Otemachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima 965-0873

09:00 – 21:00
Samurai Spirit Tourism
Tel: +81 24-521-7287

About 20 mins

  • Walk

    Aizu Butokuden - Tsurugajonishiguchi

  • Bus【Additional fare required】

    Tsurugajonishiguchi – Aizuwakamatsu Station Ekimae Terminal

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Day 1 - Goal
Day 2 - START

About 20 mins

  • Bus【Additional fare required】

    Aizuwakamatsu Station Ekimae Terminal – Hayamadanchi

  • Walk

    Hayamadanchi – Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan

Study the Life & Way of the Samurai at Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan

Study the Life & Way of the Samurai at Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan

Study the Life & Way of the Samurai at Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan

Learn about the life of the children of samurai at the Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan. Once you’ve studied their history, try your hand at unique experiences like Kyudo Japanese archery!

10 Takatsukayama, Minamikoya, Kawahigashimachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima 969-3441

09:00 – 17:00 (Last entry at 16:00)
Tel: +81 242-75-2525
Samurai Spirit Tourism
https://samurai-spirit.com/
Aizu Clan School Nisshinkan
https://nisshinkan.jp/news/11440.html

About 50 mins

  • JR Ban-Etsusai Line Local【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Aizuwakamatsu Station – Inawashiro Station

  • Taxi【Additional fare required】

    Inawashiro Station – Café and Activity Nowhere

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Enjoy a Soak in a Wild Onsen

Enjoy a Soak in a Wild Onsen

Enjoy a Soak in a Wild Onsen

This Extreme Onsen Tour will take you on a journey to a wild hot spring, and allow you to explore the origins of authentic natural onsen. Enjoy an invigorating hike and follow it up with a relaxing soak!

Café & Activity Nowhere
Numajiriyamako-2864 Kogai, Inawashiro, Yama District, Fukushima 969-2752

10:00 – 16:00, Thurs. – Mon.
Closed Tues. – Wed.
Café & Activity Nowhere
Tel: +81 242-93-7081
Email: nowhere@numajiri-lodge.com
Aizu Dream Development
Tel: +81 242-93-8814
Email: yoyaku@add-dream.co.jp

About 195 mins

  • Taxi【Additional fare required】

    Café and Activity Nowhere – Inawashiro Station

  • JR Ban-Etsusai Line Local【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Inawashiro Station – Koriyama Station

  • JR Tohoku Shinkansen【JR EAST Pass (Tohoku)】

    Koriyama Station – Tokyo Station

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Day 2 - Goal