Located in the Tohoku region, Fukushima Prefecture boasts a wealth of natural beauty, including ocean, mountains, and lakes, as well as historical architecture, hot springs, and local specialties. It’s packed with lots of attractions! With just a 1.5-hour Shinkansen train ride from Tokyo, access is remarkably convenient.
Here are some scenic spots and popular tourist destinations along the Tadami Line railway, which runs through Fukushima Prefecture, and highlights around the city of Aizuwakamatsu, one of Fukushima’s must-visit areas.
Scenic Journey on the Tadami Line The Tadami Line connects Aizuwakamatsu City with Uonuma City in Niigata Prefecture, offering breathtaking views throughout the changing seasons. Along the route, there are numerous spots worth stopping by, including the Aizuwakamatsu area, scenic locations, hot springs, and restaurants serving local delicacies. You can also enjoy picturesque views from the train window while traveling. https://tadami-line.jp/zekkei/
Restaurant Yamabiko
Located within the Tadami Ski Resort, this restaurant is famous for its “Tomato Ramen,” made with 100% locally grown Tadami tomatoes. Its perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess attracts customers from far and wide!
Access
JR Tadami Sta. → 10 min walk
Business hours
11:00–14:00
Regular holiday
Open 365 days
Aizu-Oshio Station
This unstaffed station stands alone in a tranquil setting. From early to mid-April, cherry blossoms and field mustard flowers bloom around it, creating a warm and picturesque scenery.
This scenic plaza is located near Aizu-Kawaguchi Station, which has been selected as one of the “100 Best Stations in Tohoku.” The view combines quaint villages and fields near the water’s edge, the flow of the Tadami River, and the JR Tadami Line running alongside, showcasing Japan’s traditional rural landscape. Particularly enchanting are the early morning and evening vistas, the villages emerging from the misty river after rain, and the snow-covered scenery resembling ink wash paintings, with the Tadami Line trains running through.
Access
Aizu-Kawaguchi Sta. → 7 min walk
Mugenkyo Ferryboat
Take a tranquil boat ride across a quiet river while enjoying the breathtaking view of a misty gorge. The boatman provides guidance as you drift leisurely, creating a calming and serene experience. This activity is available from late April to late November (advance reservations required).
There are four hot spring facilities here, all with natural hot spring waters flowing directly from the source. Some baths provide a panoramic view of the Tadami River and the Tadami Line trains. Stay at a secluded inn surrounded by mountains, and let the peaceful atmosphere melt away your daily-life fatigue.
Access
Aizu-Miyashita Sta. → 10 min walk
Business hours
9:00–18:00
Regular holiday
Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a holiday), year-end and New Year holidays
Here, you can take in the view of three arch bridges at once: National Route 252, the JR Tadami Line, and Fukushima Prefectural Route 237. These bridges have played a vital role in the region’s transportation network for many years.
Access
Aizu-Miyashita Sta. → 5 min walk
Daiichi Tadami River Bridge
Known as the iconic view of the Tadami Line, this scenic spot is famous for its beautiful view where the Tadami River and surrounding nature embrace the bridge. It is also a favorite among railway enthusiasts and photographers.
Access
JR Aizu-Miyashita Sta. → 5 min by taxi → Michi-no-Eki Ozekaido Mishima-juku → 10 min walk
This Michi-no-Eki (roadside station) features a market selling local specialties and fresh produce. At the on-site restaurant “Toka-tei,” savor regional dishes such as Aizu Jidori Chicken Oyakodon bowl and soba noodles made with locally sourced buckwheat flour.
This small temple (Enzoji Temple for short), built on a white cliff approximately 1,200 years ago, is a popular destination for prayers for good fortune, academic success, and business prosperity. The area becomes particularly picturesque during the cherry blossom season in spring and colored foliage season in autumn.
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Particularly enchanting are the early morning and evening vistas, the villages emerging from the misty river after rain, and the snow-covered scenery resembling ink wash paintings, with the Tadami Line trains running through.
