Fukushima

Historic Sites, Places of Scenic Beauty, and Natural Monuments

Izumikanga Ruins

Explore the Izumi Kanga Ruins in Minamisoma, Fukushima—a National Historic Site revealing Japan's 8th-century district government complex. Discover ancient administrative halls, granaries, and artifacts from the Nara-Heian periods in this hidden archaeological treasure of the Tohoku region.

Koori Nishiyama Castle Ruins

Explore the nationally designated Koori Nishiyama Castle Ruins in Fukushima Prefecture, the historic mountain fortress where the powerful Date clan rose to prominence. Walk ancient samurai paths, discover Sengoku-era fortifications, and combine your visit with Japan's finest imperial tribute peaches and nearby Iizaka Onsen.

Shimotorito Memorial Stone Pagoda

Discover the Shimotoriwatari Kuyo Sekito, a nationally designated Historic Site in Fukushima featuring a rare 1258 Amida Triad relief. Learn about this touching memorial built by a daughter for her mother during the Kamakura period.

Terushima Cormorant Habitat

Discover Terushima Cormorant Habitat, a National Natural Monument in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture. This dramatic 31-meter sea cliff hosts Japanese cormorants from October to April, marking the southern limit of Pacific coast breeding. A hidden gem near Onahama's coastal resorts.

Aizu-Shingu Castle Ruins

Discover Aizu Shingū Castle Ruins, a nationally designated historic site in Kitakata, Fukushima. Explore the remains of a medieval warrior clan's fortress with massive moats, earthworks, and rare archaeological finds from the Kamakura to Muromachi periods.

Irimizu Cave

Irimizu Limestone Cave in Tamura City, Fukushima is a 900-meter cave designated as a National Natural Treasure in 1934. Offering an authentic caving experience through unaltered passages with knee-deep cold water, three progressive courses cater to beginners and seasoned adventurers alike.

Tombs of the Matsudaira Clan, Lords of Aizu

Aizu Matsudaira Garden

Akai Yachi Marsh Plant Community

Akazu's Wig

Atsugashimayama Fortress

Mount Azuma Yaehakusan Rhododendron Native Area

Ayu Falls Ferry Terminal Ruins

Ishimoda Memorial Stone Pagoda

Izumizaki Cave

Swans of Lake Inawashiro and Their Migration Grounds

Sphagnum Moss Community in Lake Inawashiro

Utsumine

Urajiri Shell Mounds

Enichiji Temple Ruins