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[Fukushima Prefecture] Introducing recommended "experience spots" in summer! Make special memories in Fukushima!

The shining sun, the clear blue sky. When the scenery sparkles, it's easy to get excited. The special feeling of summer is the same for both children and adults

If you want to enjoy summer to the fullest, we recommend Fukushima Prefecture. With the sea, mountains, and lakes! Fukushima Prefecture is blessed with a rich natural environment and is home to a variety of spots. Why not create unforgettable summer memories through experiences that will make you lose track of time and become absorbed in them, regardless of your age?

[Berry's Park Koriyama] A hidden gem that can be enjoyed by adults and children alike! Enjoy freshly picked blueberries and cafe sweets

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Koriyama City is located near the center of Fukushima Prefecture. , with JR Koriyama Station the Tohoku Ban'etsu Expressway passing through it. Koriyama Interchange is Belize Park Koriyama , a special experience spot

Berries Park Koriyama is a farm where you can experience blueberry picking. There are 100 varieties of berries cultivated. In addition to blueberries, you can enjoy comparing the taste of raspberries, blackberries, and more. Although blueberries are generally referred to as one type, each variety has its own unique characteristics, such as taste, aroma, and size. Berries Park Koriyama has put a lot of thought into its cultivation methods to ensure that the unique characteristics of each variety stand out

Another great attraction of the berry picking experience at Berry's Park Koriyama is that it can be enjoyed by anyone. The paths are neatly paved with weed control sheets, making it easy for strollers and wheelchairs to navigate. The berries are grown on low trees, so they grow in a position where even small children can pick them. It's easy to imagine children having fun picking berries with their own hands

At the on-site cafe, you can enjoy smoothies and parfaits made with fresh berries, and there are also plans to indulge in piping hot dishes like BBQ and pizza! Blueberries are also sold by weight and can be taken home. Some experience course fees include a bonus coupon that can be used at the cafe or by weight, so it's a good idea to take advantage of it

Berry's Park Koriyama <Information>

  • Name: Berry's Park Koriyama
  • Address: 62 Kajita, Katahira-cho, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, 963-0211
  • Phone number: 080-9634-3131
  • Official URL: https://berrys-park.com/

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[Angel Forest Shirakawa Kogen] Full of activities that even beginners can enjoy! Dogs are welcome too!

Lake Hatori in Tenei Village is a man-made lake with a circumference of about 16km. It was created in 1956 to provide irrigation and electricity to combat water shortages. Since then, campgrounds and golf courses have gradually increased around the lake, and it is now one of the prefecture's leading leisure spots.

Among the facilities around Lake Hatori, the one we would like to recommend this time Angel Forest Shirakawa Kogen . It is a hotel cottage that is popular with families, but what is particularly noteworthy is the abundance of extra features it offers .

  • Pet-friendly
  • Plenty of activities, including canoeing and cycling
  • Enjoy the pool and natural hot springs

All of these experiences are available only within Angel Forest Shirakawa Kogen. The sports activities are not too difficult, so even beginners can try them out without hesitation. This is a facility where the whole family, including pets, can create summer memories

Angel Forest Shirakawa Plateau <Information>

  • Name: Angel Forest Shirakawa Plateau (formerly: Lake Hatori Plateau Regina Forest)
  • Address: 39 Hatori Takatoya, Tenei Village, Iwase District, Fukushima Prefecture, 962-0623
  • Phone number: 0248-85-2525
  • Official URL: https://www.ang-sk.com/

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[Aizu Traditional Crafts] A handmade journey in the castle town where you can fully immerse yourself

Aizu-Tsuruga Castle , has developed into a castle town. Many traditional crafts are still being handed down in the surrounding area, centered around Aizu-Wakamatsu City, where historic streetscapes abound. Some examples include:

  • Akabeko
  • Okiagari Koboshi
  • Aizu Hongo ware
  • Aizu cotton
  • Aizu lacquerware
  • Aizu painted candles

It is quite rare to find a region with such a wide variety of crafts. A " handmade trip " that takes you around Aizu and experiences making each traditional craft is surely one of the unique ways to enjoy the area.

Among the craft experiences you can do in Aizu, the one we recommend is the " Maki-e experience ." For example, the Aizu Lacquerware Tradition Museum Suzuzen accepts reservations for the Maki-e experience.

Maki-e is a decorative technique used in Aizu lacquerware ( Aizu lacquerware lacquer , and then metal powder is applied to fix the pictures. Vessels decorated with various patterns and pictures are majestic yet delicate, with a beauty that will captivate you. Lacquerware decorated with your favorite design will surely become a treasured keepsake. Even if you are not good at drawing, you will receive thorough instruction, so please do not be afraid to give it a try.

Aizu Lacquerware Tradition Museum Suzuzen <Information>

  • Name: Aizu Lacquerware Tradition Museum Suzuzen
  • Address: 1-3-28 Chuo, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture, 965-0037
  • Phone number: 0242-22-0680
  • Official URL: https://suzuzen.com/

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[Mushi Mushi Land] Children will be delighted! A paradise of rhinoceros beetles that will bring back the childhood of adults too

rhinoceros beetle

Tokoha-cho, Tamura City is trying to revitalize the town with the help of rhinoceros beetles. Originally a region where tobacco leaf production was thriving, the area discovered many rhinoceros beetle larvae in the leaf mold used as fertilizer for the tobacco leaves, which led to the development of rhinoceros beetles. This led to the creation of " Mushi Mushi Land ," a facility where visitors can observe the ecology of rhinoceros beetles up close.

The highlight of Mushi Mushi Land is the Rhinoceros Beetle Dome, where you can play with over 1,000 beetles. Inside the dome, which is similar to a natural environment, there are beetles everywhere you look. You can take your time to observe the beetles in their natural state. The insect museum on the premises has an exhibition space that explains the ecology of the insects. After you've made friends with the beetles, you can also enjoy a meal, accommodation, and a bath at the nearby Sky Palace Tokiwa

By the way, Tokoha Town's PR mascot is a rhinoceros beetle . Tokoha Town is all about rhinoceros beetles, and those who are into them will surely be hooked.

Mushi Mushi Land <Information>

  • Name: Mushi Mushi Land
  • Address: 160 Tonoue, Yamane, Tokiwa-cho, Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, 963-4601
  • Phone number: 0247-77-4097
  • Official URL: https://mushimushiland.com/

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[Iwaki Kamaboko Factory] Freshly made, fluffy! A special experience you can only get here

Bamboo chikuwa

Iwaki City, which lives in harmony with the sea, is an area where you can enjoy an abundance of delicious seafood. While the shiny, fresh sashimi and flavorful grilled dishes are wonderful, we also recommend trying the fish paste .

Iwaki Kamaboko Workshop run by Yuzuki Co., Ltd. , a famous kamaboko manufacturer , you can enjoy the " Kamaboko Art Bamboo Chikuwa Making , where you can taste freshly baked fluffy bamboo chikuwa . The experience fee is very reasonable at just 500 yen for each! (As of July 2024)

Iwaki City is famous for its spa facility " Spa Resort Hawaiians " and aquarium " Aquamarine Fukushima ." However, the experience of making your own fish paste and tasting it on the spot is something you can only experience in Iwaki City. Be sure to consider it as one of the purposes of your trip.

Iwaki Kamaboko Factory <Information>

  • Name: Iwaki Kamaboko Factory
  • Address: 51 Takijiri Matsubara, Izumicho, Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture, 971-8182
  • Phone number: 0246-75-1666
  • Official URL: https://www.kk-yuzuki.co.jp/factory/

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summary

Above, we have introduced some recommended experience spots in Fukushima for creating summer memories

With the continued intense heat in recent years, many people may feel depressed about summer. However, summer is actually a season when you can see beautiful scenery. If the blue sky moves you and you think, "I might as well go out," then we highly recommend Fukushima. A number of special experience spots born from the rich natural environment are waiting for you

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