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Things to see in Fukushima (Japan): 32 places and when to go
Fukushima is a city in Japan with around 294,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 32 places in and around it, mainly Nature (12), Mountains (12), Snow (9). The best known are Mount Adatara, Mount Azuma-kofuji and Nihonmatsu Castle. The best time to come is February, April to May and October; also possible: November to January, March and June to September. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 37.74, 140.47
- Population
- About 294,000
- Places
- 32 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (12) · Mountains (12) · Snow (9) · Hot springs (6) · Museums and art (2) · History (1)
- Best time
- February, April to May and October.
- Also possible
- November to January, March and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- NRT Narita, 220 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Higashiazuma, at 1,975 m.
What to see in Fukushima
The places in and around Fukushima, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount AdataraMountain in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan21 km
- Mount Azuma-kofujiMountain in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan19 km
- Nihonmatsu CastleJapanese Castle16 km
- Fukushima Prefectural Museum of ArtMuseum in Japan3.4 km
- Mount RyōzenMountain in Japan19 km
- Mount ShinobuMountain in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan3.5 km
- Mount IssaikyōMountain in Fukushima and Inawashiro, Fukushima prefecture, Japan20 km
- Mount NakaazumaMountain in Japan25 km
- Iino UFO MuseumHot spring bath8.1 km
- Mount KurikoMountain in Fukushima, Fukushima prefecture and Yonezawa, Yamagata prefecture, Japan23 km
- HiyamaMountain in Japan29 km
- Mount KimenMountain in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan19 km
- Fukushima Jōdodaira Astronomical ObservatoryMuseum19 km
- Mount MinowaMountain in Japan20 km
- Funamyōjin YamaMountain in Japan21 km
- Tohoku Safari ParkWith kids · Wildlife14 km
- Adatara Kogen Ski ResortSki resort19 km
- Iegatayama HutMountains · Hiking20 km
- Kajikanoyu Free FootbathHot spring14 km
- Kibokkonoyu Free FootbathHot spring14 km
- Kuriko International Ski & ResortSki resort21 km
- Minowa Ski ResortSki resort21 km
- Miyagi Zao ShichikashukuSki resort30 km
- Mount HigashiazumaMountain in Japan21 km
And the other 8, by what you come to do:
When to go to Fukushima
The best time to visit Fukushima is February, April to May and October; also possible: November to January, March and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:40
- FebBest time10:36
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:02
- JunPossible14:36
- JulPossible14:22
- AugPossible13:28
- SepPossible12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. In April, 20 of the 32 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Fukushima
The nearest main airport is Narita International Airport (NRT, Narita), 220 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Kōriyama12 places38 km
- Yamagata41 places61 km
- Sendai63 places78 km
- Iwaki, Fukushima7 places85 km
- Tsuruoka28 places121 km
- Nikko22 places124 km
And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Fukushima?
The best known: Mount Adatara, Mount Azuma-kofuji, Nihonmatsu Castle, Fukushima Prefectural Museum of Art, Mount Ryōzen. In all, 32 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Fukushima?
February, April to May and October; also possible: November to January, March and June to September. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24.
How do you get to Fukushima?
The nearest main airport is Narita International Airport (NRT), 220 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Fukushima as the destination and these 32 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- JapanBefore travelling to Japan: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism: up to 90 days with a valid passport.
- Nature2174 places for nature in Japan, from Mount Fuji to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to May and October. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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