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Things to see in Iwaki, Fukushima (Japan): 7 places and when to go
Iwaki, Fukushima is a city in Japan with around 357,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (2), Architecture (2), With kids (1). The best known are Aquamarine Fukushima, Iwaki City Coal & Fossil Museum and Iwaki Marine Tower. The best time to come is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 37.0553, 140.89
- Population
- About 357,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (2) · Architecture (2) · With kids (1) · Wildlife (1) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- February to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to January and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- NRT Narita, 150 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Kittoya San, at 875 m.
What to see in Iwaki, Fukushima
The places in and around Iwaki, 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.
- Aquamarine FukushimaAquarium in Iwaki, Fukushima, Japan13 km
- Iwaki City Coal & Fossil MuseumMuseum in Japan6.0 km
- Iwaki Marine TowerTower13 km
- Kusano Shimpei Memorial Literature CentreMuseum in Iwaki, Fukushima, Japan9.7 km
- Kittoya SanMountain in Japan17 km
- Shiokaze-souHot spring bath26 km
- Shioyazaki LighthouseLighthouse in Japan11 km
When to go to Iwaki, Fukushima
The best time to visit Iwaki, Fukushima is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January 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.
- JanPossible9:43
- FebBest time10:38
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:58
- MayBest time13:59
- JunPossible14:32
- JulPossible14:18
- AugPossible13:25
- SepPossible12:13
- OctBest time11:01
- NovBest time9:58
- DecPossible9:28
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28. In April, 7 of the 7 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 Iwaki, Fukushima
The nearest main airport is Narita International Airport (NRT, Narita), 150 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 places60 km
- Mito, Ibaraki24 places85 km
- Fukushima32 places85 km
- Utsunomiya91 places107 km
- Nikko22 places108 km
- Sendai63 places138 km
And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Iwaki, Fukushima?
The best known: Aquamarine Fukushima, Iwaki City Coal & Fossil Museum, Iwaki Marine Tower, Kusano Shimpei Memorial Literature Centre, Kittoya San. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Iwaki, Fukushima?
February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 28.
How do you get to Iwaki, Fukushima?
The nearest main airport is Narita International Airport (NRT), 150 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Iwaki, Fukushima as the destination and these 7 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.
- Museums and art713 places for museums and art in Japan, from Tokyo National Museum to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: February to May and October to November. Each with its own
- 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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