Aizu, featuring Mt. Bandai and Lake Inawashiro, is renowned for its rich natural beauty and is one of Japan's premier snow resorts.
After enjoying the exceptional powder snow, you can delve into the samurai culture of Aizuwakamatsu, explore the charming castle town atmosphere, and enjoy local cuisine and sake.
This region offers a concentrated glimpse into Japanese culture.
An area featuring around 20 ski resorts that cater to everyone from beginners to advanced skiers, offering premium powder snow and family-friendly slopes.
The stunning natural beauty, including Bandai Asahi National Park, reveals a unique charm with each visit.
In Aizuwakamatsu City, where samurai culture endures, you can explore Tsurugajo Castle, which withstood the turmoil of the Edo period (1603–1868), and the museum park Aizu Bukeyashiki, which recreates the residences of that era.
History enthusiasts, as well as those who enjoy charming streets and architecture, will find much to appreciate.
Aizu's local cuisine, shaped by the wisdom and culture of its snowy regions, attracts many visitors.
They come to taste specialties like Kitakata Ramen, one of Japan's top three ramen, and Aizu Yamajio Ramen, made with mountain salt derived from hot spring water. The Aizu region also offers unique food experiences, including Kozuyu, a traditional soup enjoyed at celebrations for centuries, and meticulously crafted sake made from nature's bounty.
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Higashiyama Onsen
You can enjoy hot springs derived from the natural bounty of Mt. Bandai in various locations.
Higashiyama Onsen offers a nostalgic charm, Ashinomaki Onsen allows visitors to enjoy the changing nature in the majestic valleys, and Nekoma Onsen boasts a unique salt spring where Yamajio (mountain salt) is a specialty.
Ashinomaki Onsen
Nekoma Onsen Urabandai Lake Resort