【Japanese Trip】things to do in Fukushima
welcome to what the Japan the theme of this issue is Fukushima the gateway to Tohoku a place of nature history and culture there are 47 prefectures in Japan each with its own unique charm in this issue one of these prefectures is introduced in depth so let’s go this channel introduces a variety of information on Japanese culture history tourism etc fukushima Prefecture is located at the southern tip of the Tohoku region its area is approximately 13,700 km making it the third largest prefecture in Japan the population is approximately 1.8 million it is the 21st prefecture in Japan the prefixural capital is Fukushima City fukushima Prefecture is largely divided into three regions Aizu Nakadori and Hamadori each with its own culture nature and history hamadori facing the Pacific Ocean is rich in seafood and marine activities such as surfing the Isizu region located inland is surrounded by mountains and retains the atmosphere of a castle town with a strong sense of history and culture and Nakadori is a major transportation hub with bullet trains and expressways passing through access from Tokyo is only about 1 hour and 30 minutes by Shinkansen from Tokyo station to Fukushima station making a day trip to the area possible it is known as the gateway to the Tohoku region due to its easy access from the Tokyo metropolitan area here are five sightseeing spots that are frequently visited by foreigners turugajjo Castle turugajjo Castle with its beautiful white walls is the symbol of Aizu Wakamatsu known as the scene of the Bian War the castle is still a place where one can feel the weight of history the current castle tower was reconstructed but it is popular as a spot with a superb view of the contrast between the red tiles and white walls inside is a museum where visitors can learn about the history of the Yizu domain and the lives of the samurai it is especially beautiful during the cherry blossom season and attracts many tourists at night the museum is illuminated creating a fantastic atmosphere goshiki Numa goshiki Numa a group of lakes and marshes with mysterious colors is one of Fukushima’s representative natural spots the lakes are dotted with various colors of red green and blue which is due to volcanic activity and the composition of the water visitors can enjoy the different colors of the swamps while strolling along the 3.6 km long prominade it is also popular among foreign tourists as a photogenic spot the miraculous scenery created by nature is sure to soothe your soul spa Resort Hawaiians spa Resort Hawaiians is a unique theme park that combines hot springs and tropical resort it is a complex facility that combines an indoor pool hot springs hotel and shows an everlasting summer the Polynesian Show is especially breathtaking offering an extraordinary experience in a Hawaiian atmosphere another attraction of the resort is that it can be enjoyed even on rainy days this resort experience is recommended for both families and couples achi Zuku the atmosphere of an edeto period in town remains intact at Achiuku lined with old thatched roof houses you will feel as if you have entered the world of a period drama the famous Negi Soba buckwheat noodles with green onions is also a highlight of the sightseeing visitors can enjoy the unique experience of eating soba with long green onions instead of chopsticks this is a precious place where you can feel the original Japanese landscape along with the seasonal scenery hanamyama Park in Fukushima hanameyama is known as peach blossom land for its flowers in spring about 70 kinds of flowers bloom creating a picturesque landscape cherry blossoms lentilas and Japanese peaches all bloom at the same time enchanting visitors the garden is open to the public free of charge and is carefully cared for by local residents it is a healing spot where visitors can enjoy the beauty of the season with all five senses here are five must-ry local dishes of Aomorei kitakata ramen now a well-known restaurant with a nationwide presence it is characterized by thick flat frizzled noodles and a light soy sauce-based soup it is a perfect combination with chashu pork and menma pickled bamboo shoots and the morning ramen culture has taken root there are numerous cafeterias and ramen stores making it a fun place to eat and walk around by the way national chain ramen shops like Kataka Ramen are also introduced in this video sauce Katsudon a hearty bowl of rice topped with a cutlet dipped in sweet and spicy sauce it is well known as the soul food of the Aizu region the crispy batter and the rich sauce are addictive kot Duyu a local dish of the Isu region indispensable for weddings and funerals it is a gently flavored soup based on soup stock made from dried scallops and ingredients such as taro carrots and kikarog mushrooms the flavor and ingredients differ slightly from household to household giving each family its own unique taste squid carrots a preserved food made by marinating shredded squid and carrots in a soy sauce-based sauce its simple yet profound flavor makes it a perfect accompaniment to rice and snacks it is also known as a New Year’s staple kashua mochi a Japanese sweet made from glutenous rice eaten on tango noku festival and other festivals a rice cake filled with sweet bean paste is wrapped in an oak leaf and steamed the aroma of the leaves the glutenous texture and the gentle sweetness give it a distinctly Japanese flavor by the way national chain ramen shops like Katakura Ramen are also introduced in this video castle towns with the sense of history mysterious landscapes created by nature and simple warm local cuisine fukushima Prefecture is filled with the best of Japan it is the perfect destination for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and reset their minds whether you are looking for sightseeing or dining a trip to Fukushima will satisfy both your body and soul we hope you will visit Fukushima too in this channel we will 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