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If you're visiting Fukushima, check out this list of top tips and things to do to make the most of your time there.

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Yanaizu's Nanokado Hadaka Mairi

Yanaizu's Nanokado Hadaka Mairi

 One of Japan's most famous Naked Man festivals
by Stephanie Marley
Fukushima
Through the streets of a village on top of a steep river bank, up 113 steps and meters of snow, naked men run towards the beautiful Enzo-ji Temple and New Year good luck.
Fukushima Aquamarine

Fukushima Aquamarine

 An impressive seaside aquarium in Iwaki City
by Sandra Isaka
Fukushima
Fukushima Aquamarine is an impressive aquarium located on the coast of Iwaki City.  It is a great addition to a trip to Spa Hawaiians, Shiramizu Amida-do, and the Iwaki Marine Tower.
Tsuruga Castle in Autumn

Tsuruga Castle in Autumn

 Aizuwakamatsu's castle surrounded by season colors
by Justin Velgus
Fukushima
Tsuruga Castle (鶴ヶ城), also known as Aizu-Wakamatsu Castle (会津若松城 ), is a major tourist attraction in Tohoku. Located in the Aizu-Wakamatsu area of Fukushima, it becomes an ideal location for viewing the changing colors of leaves during autumn. 
Ouchi-juku under Snow

Ouchi-juku under Snow

 Winter wonderland at Fukushima's star attraction
by Tom Roseveare
Fukushima
Ouchi-juku is an Edo-Period post station located in Shimogo Town, Aizu County, Fukushima Prefecture.
Afternoon Tea at British Hills

Afternoon Tea at British Hills

 A taste of Britain without leaving Japan
by Amber Mezbourian
Fukushima
Leave Japan behind and explore British Hills, a surreal holiday resort in the heart of the Fukushima countryside. Enjoy afternoon tea, fish and chips, and stroll around an English country garden.
Make Soba Noodles From Scratch

Make Soba Noodles From Scratch

 Take a class in the famous old town of Ouchijuku
by Sarah Chaney
Fukushima
While the area of Ouchijuku in Fukushima Prefecture is well-known as a traditional post town from the Edo period and its Negi Soba (Buckwheat noodles eaten with a leek), try a new experience by making your own soba!
Historic Nanokamachi Street in Aizu

Historic Nanokamachi Street in Aizu

 Buy traditional crafts and visit local sake breweries
by Sarah Chaney
Fukushima
Take a trip back in time on Nanokamachi Street in Aizuwakamatsu and purchase local crafts, trinkets and immerse yourself in history.
Cat Stationmaster at Ashinomaki Onsen

Cat Stationmaster at Ashinomaki Onsen

 Meet 'Love', Ashinomaki-Onsen Station's new feline in charge
by Tom Roseveare
Fukushima
Meet 'Love', the cat stationmaster at Ashinomaki Onsen Station, in Fukushima's Aizu-wakamatsu region. Love took on the honorary role at this small, rural station on the Aizu Line at the turn of 2016, replacing his predecessor 'Bus'.

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Stephanie Marley Sandra Isaka Justin Velgus Tom Roseveare Amber Mezbourian Sarah Chaney

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