FUKUSHIMA
Having developed as a gateway into Tohoku area from ancient times, Fukushima has historical buildings such as Shingu-kumano Shrine and Ouchijuku. It is also known for its natural scenic spots such as Mt. Bandaisan, Oze and Lake Inawashiro.東北地方の玄関口として古代より発展した県で、新宮熊野神社の長床や大内宿など歴史を今に伝える建造物も多い。磐梯山や尾瀬、猪苗代湖など自然の宝庫としても知られる。
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1. Lake Inawashiro 猪苗代湖
The fourth largest lake in Japan located in central Fukushima, Lake Inawashiro is also known as “Tenkyoko” due to the clarity of its water. in winter, you can see a flock of swans flying from Siberia with Mt. Bandaisan covered in snow in the background.
福島県の中央部にある日本で4番目に広い湖で、透明度の高さから天鏡湖とも呼ばれる。冬には雪化粧した磐梯山を背景に、シベリアから飛来した白鳥の群れを眺められる。
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2. MT. BANDAI 磐梯山
A famous mountain in Fukushima cherished for ages by the people of Aizu. It was named with the meaning, “stone stairway to heaven”. There are many tourist attractions such as mountain climbing, hot springs and skiing.
古くから会津の人々に愛されてきた福島を代表する山。「天に掛かる岩の梯」という意味からその名が付けられた。登山や温泉、冬にはスキーと観光資源も豊富。
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3. AIZU-HARIKO(AKABEKO) 会津張り子
A local toy of Aizu with a history of 400 years going back to the days of Hideyoshi Toyotomi. “Akapeko”, which wards off evil, and “Okiagari-koboshi”, which is for safety and sound health within the family, are popular lucky charms.
約400年前、豊臣秀吉の時代を起源とする会津の郷土玩具。厄除けを願う「赤べこ」や、家内安全・無病息災を願う「起き上がり小法師」など、縁起物として親しまれている。
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4. Tono-hetsuri 塔のへつり
The atmosphere of a post-town during the Edo period can be enjoyed at Ouchijuku. Snow covers the thatch roofs creating a picturesque view. The snow falling on the cliff and fantastically shaped rocks of Tono-hetsuri is a divine view as well.
塔の形をした断崖に雪が降り積もる光景はまるで水墨画の世界。紅葉の名所として知られるが冬の凛とした風情も忘れがたい。100万年の歳月が造り出した絶景を間近に眺めよう。
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5. Snow-covered Candles of Mukaitaki 向瀧の雪見ろうそく
This ryokan in Aizu harkens back to a bygone era. Its beautiful wooden architecture was registered as the first National Cultural Asset, and the sight of 100 candles being lit in a snow-covered garden is like a dream come to life.
日本情緒を堪能できる会津の老舗旅館。その魅力的な木造建築は国の登録文化財第1号となった。雪深い中庭に100本ものろうそくが灯される冬の光景は夢見るように美しい。
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6. Daiichi Tadami RIver Bridge 第一只見川橋梁
A 174 meter-long railroad bridge popular among railroad enthusiasts. It has an orderly arch located in the grand nature of Oku-aizu. In winter, you can see a beautiful contrast of the snowy view and the bridge’s reflection in the Tadami River.
鉄道ファンに人気の高い全長174mの鉄道橋。奥会津の雄大な自然の中に端正なアーチ型の姿を見せる。冬には一面の雪景色と只見川に映し出される橋とのコントラストが魅力的。
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