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Ouchijuku

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Located in Shimogo-machi in southern Fukushima Prefecture, this is one of the prefecture's leading tourist spots. It flourished as a post town during the Edo period, and the streets bustling with feudal lords and travelers heading to Edo remain to this day. In the town, there are rows of thatched-roof houses, restaurants serving dishes such as "negi soba," which is eaten with spring onions instead of chopsticks, and Ouchi-juku's specialty "tochimochi," as well as souvenir shops and guesthouses. The "Snow Festival" is held every year on the second Saturday and Sunday of Feb..

Aizuwakamatsu

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Aizuwakamatsu City, located in the western part of Fukushima Prefecture, has many historical sites such as Tsuruga Castle, the Byakkotai Memorial Museum, and the Sazaedo. Tsuruga Castle, the symbol of Aizuwakamatsu, is known as an impregnable castle, and during the Boshin War, it was attacked by the new government forces, but it remained in the castle for a month. The current castle tower was rebuilt in 1965. In the spring of 2011, the roof was completely replaced with red tiles, and it was reborn as it was at the end of the Edo period. Tsuruga Castle Park surrounding the castle has about 1,000 cherry trees and has been selected as one of the "100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots." In autumn, you can enjoy the autumn leaves, and the area is lit up during the autumn foliage season.

Tower of the Dead

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Tonohetsuri is a scenic spot created by nature over a million years. Hetsuri is a local word that means cliff or steep slope.
As its name suggests, the tower-shaped cliffs, created by repeated erosion and weathering, are a spectacular sight. We also recommend crossing the long suspension bridge to the opposite bank and taking a stroll around the magnificent rock faces.

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A famous local park filled with love for Akabeko

Did you know that there is a local park in Aizuwakamatsu that is famous for its adorable Akabeko figurines?
Its name is, quite aptly, "Akabeko Park." It is a small park in the town, but Akabeko play equipment is installed here and there, and it has become a hot topic for its relaxing and soothing atmosphere, with many people from outside the prefecture visiting and uploading photos to social media. Having also been featured on a television program, Fukushima's traditional local toys are now in the spotlight.
In the Aizu region, where cows are called beko, Akabeko has a long history, said to have originated from a red cow that warded off plague during the Heian period. Since then, it has been used as a toy to ward off plague and to ward off evil spirits among children. Some toys are known for having their heads designed to swing back and forth, but the Akabeko at Akabeko Park are versatile and serve as a slide that you can climb down on your bottom, the base of a water fountain, a chair, and more. Akabeko Park is where you can feel the love of Akabeko among the prefecture's residents and feel kindhearted. It's definitely worth stopping by at least once.

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Oku-Aizu Showa Village, the home of silkworm weaving

Oku-Aizu Showa Village is located in the western part of Fukushima Prefecture. It is a beautiful place surrounded by mountains, and offers beautiful scenery throughout the seasons, such as flowers and autumn leaves. This area, with its traditional scenery, has been cultivating a plant called "karamushi" for over 300 years, the only place in Honshu. "Karamushi weaving," made using this karamushi, is said to be the oldest textile in Japan, and was a valuable fabric that was once presented as a tribute. In the past, karamushi weaving was a cash crop necessary for people to live in this area, which is often cut off by snow. Most of the process, from cultivation to weaving, is done by hand. Currently, the production techniques are being passed down, product processing is being actively carried out, and successors are being trained to pass on the tradition to the younger generation.
There are many places in Oku-Aizu Showa Village where you can experience karamushi weaving. You can even try karamushi weaving at the Roadside Station Karamushi Weaving Village Showa Orihime Exchange Center. You can also learn more about karamushi weaving at the Karamushi Craft Museum. Furthermore, at Shirakabaso, a hot spring resort with a free-flowing source, you can not only enjoy the hot springs, but karamushi weaving is used throughout the building. It's definitely worth a visit when you visit the village.

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