Fukushima Prefecture
福島県
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Bandai and Lake Inawashiro: Bandai, a symbol of Fukushima Prefecture, offers beautiful seasonal scenery, and Lake Inawashiro is located at its foot. Visitors can enjoy activities and walks along the lakeside.
Aizuwakamatsu Castle and Samurai Residences: Aizuwakamatsu City is dotted with historical sightseeing spots, with samurai residences and Aizuwakamatsu Castle remaining. Visitors can enjoy the atmosphere of the castle town.
Fukushima City's rows of cherry blossom trees and food culture: The rows of cherry blossom trees in the downtown area of Fukushima City attract tourists with beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring. Visitors can also enjoy Fukushima's local cuisine and fresh local foods.
Shirakawa Gorge and Historical Buildings in Koriyama: Shirakawa Gorge in Koriyama City is an area of historical buildings and beautiful gardens where visitors can enjoy a stroll.
Hot Springs and Ski Resorts: There are many hot springs in Fukushima Prefecture, where you can enjoy hot spring cures and relaxation. In winter, there are ski resorts where you can enjoy the magnificent nature.
Fukushima Fireworks Festival: In summer, the "Fukushima Fireworks Festival" is held in Fukushima City, and beautiful fireworks light up the night sky. It is enjoyed as a local summer tradition.
Lake Inawashiro Lakeside
猪苗代湖レイクサイドサイクリング
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Lake Inawashiro Lakeside Cycling
(80km)
A course around a refreshing lake that is perfect for summer
There is less traffic. I was impressed by the lake sparkling in the summer sunlight and the vibrant fresh greenery.
Advanced course
Mt. Adatara/Natural Hill Climb
安達太良山・大自然ヒルクライム
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Mt. Adatara/Natural Hill Climb
(78km)
A change of scenery, the smell of sulfur, cold spring water, gourmet food, and the silence of the mountains. Experience the greatness of nature.
Intermediate to advanced course
Inaichi (around Lake Inawashiro)
イナイチ（猪苗代湖一周）
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Inaichi (around Lake Inawashiro)
(62km)
A course where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Bandai, which is the pride of Fukushima.
There are places where you can run so close to the lake that you can almost reach it if you stretch out your hand. After finishing the race, please enjoy the surrounding hot springs. (Please travel to Bandai Atami Onsen by car or bicycle.)
Beginner to intermediate course.
Okawa-Kitakata Cycling Road
大川喜多方サイクリングロード
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Okawa-Kitakata Cycling Road
(42km)
General Prefectural Road Aizu Wakamatsu Atsushio Onsen Bicycle Path Line is a 50 km bicycle path from Aizu Wakamatsu City to Kitakata, Fukushima Prefecture.
It is commonly known as the "Okawa-Kitakata Bicycle Path.
Michinoku Cycling Road
みちのくサイクリングロード
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Michinoku Cycling Road
(31km)
The Sukagawa Nihonmatsu Bicycle Route is a 31-km bicycle path that runs from Tamagawa Village, Ishikawa County, Fukushima Prefecture to Koriyama City.
It is commonly known as the "Michinoku Bicycle Path.
Kuji River Cycling Road
久慈川サイクリングロード
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Kuji River Cycling Road
(22km)
The general prefectural road, the Yamatsuri Tanagura Bicycle Route, is a 22-km bicycle path that runs from the town of Yamatsuri in Higashishirakawa-gun, Fukushima Prefecture to the town of Tanagura.
It is commonly known as the Kujigawa Bicycle Path.
Abukuma River Cycling Road
阿武隈川サイクリングロード
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Abukuma River Cycling Road
(21km)
Both banks of the Abukuma River from in front of Fukushima City Education Hall to Date City Taisho Bridge (total length 21km)
The Abukuma River Cycling Road runs along both banks of the Abukuma River from in front of the Education Hall in Fukushima City to Taisho Bridge in Date City. This is a 21km long bicycle/pedestrian road where you can enjoy cycling while enjoying the rich natural scenery.
Cycle train
会津鉄道サイクルトレイン
Aizu Railway Cycle Train
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The Aizu Railway offers a variety of scenic spots from rural landscapes to valleys, including the famous “Ouchi-juku” and “To-no-Hesuri”.
Cycle trains are available all year round during available hours (except during busy times).
In addition to the “Nishi-Wakamatsu-Aizu Tajima” route, the “Aizu Tajima-Aizu Kogen Ozeguchi” route is also available (time to be specified).
Only a train ticket is required to use the service.
(as of May 2024).
Cycle train
阿武隈急行サイクルトレイン
Abukuma Express Cycle Train
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Abukuma Kyuko Line is known for its nostalgic scenery. The company operates a year-round festival black train (except during busy times, etc.).
There are attractions from the great nature of the Abukuma River to historical sites related to the history of the Date family.
Cycle trains are available with a boarding ticket.
(as of May 2024).
Cycle train
飯坂電車サイクルトレイン
Iizaka Train Cycle Train
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Cycle trains are also available on the Iida Line throughout the year, except during busy time zone.
The train runs through the city at a leisurely pace, and there is a hot spring at the end of the train.
The train can be used with a cycle train ticket.
(As of February 2024)