Destinations
Fukushima
Step into the ultimate escape, where deep quiet and excitement exist side by side. This is not a trip that simply checks off famous sights—it is an adventure designed for experienced, curious travelers. In Aizu, Fukushima, you’ll find experiences available nowhere else: inns that create one custom journey for just one group per day, and “extreme onsen” where you can feel the raw power of the land itself. Profound silence. Moments that move you deeply. This refined three-day journey invites you to enjoy both—at a calm, elegant pace.
| Destinations | Fukushima: Aizuwakamatsu, Inawashiro–Numajiri |
| Duration | 3 Days Day 1: Aizuwakamatsu Area Day 2: Inawashiro–Numajiri Area Day 3: Numajiri Area |
| Recommended for | ・For seasoned travelers ・For those seeking exclusivity ・For nature and food lovers |
・Tokyo → Koriyama → Aizuwakamatsu About 2hours 27 minutes (Train)
・Kyoto → Aizuwakamatsu About 5hours (Train)
・Hokkaido → Koriyama → Aizuwakamatsu About 7hours 32minutes (Airplane)
Experience Themes
Tsuru-ga: A Journey-Creating Inn
TSURUGA Higashiyama Souhonzan offers one exclusive stay per day in a spacious 169㎡ private suite.A dedicated concierge butler takes care of everything, from trip planning to your stay. All-inclusive dining, including premium Aizu horse sashimi and fine local sake, makes the evening unforgettable.
A Stay Filled with Magokoro
At 1,300 meters above sea level, we head to Numajiri Motoyu, surrounded by a wild, open landscape. After a trek, you discover a hot spring flowing like a river and a true outdoor bath immersed in nature itself. It’s a real adventure—where you can feel the raw breath of the Earth on your skin.
Discovering History
Stay at NUMAJIRI PLATEAU LODGE, a lodge that blends quietly into the forest, then end the journey with an Extreme Flight. Seeing the Numajiri landscape from the air makes the memories of the trip even more vivid and unforgettable.
Journey Outline
Day 1: Aizu’s Nature, History, and an Ultimate Stay
Experiences:
Travel from Koriyama Station to Aizu by private transfer. Enjoy the colorful scenery of Goshikinuma with an Italian-style lunch, then visit Tsuruga Castle to explore Aizu’s history. In the evening, relax at TSURUGA Higashiyama Souhonzan, enjoying top-quality Aizu horse cuisine and a night of quiet luxury.
Accommodation:
TSURUGA Higashiyama Souhonzan
Day 2: An Extreme Day in the Hidden Lands of Numajiri
Experiences:
Travel to the Inawashiro–Numajiri area. With a guide, trek to the Extreme Onsen, where hot spring water flows directly from the source into a river. After bathing in nature, unwind at a forest lodge.
Accommodation:
NUMAJIRI PLATEAU LODGE
Day 3: Final Morning in Aizu
Experiences:
The journey ends with an Extreme Flight, soaring above the Numajiri landscape.
Take in the vast views from the air—a powerful final ritual before returning to everyday life.
Curated Cultural Journey
Day 1: Goshikinuma’s Colors and Exclusive Hospitality
Goshikinuma: Stroll around a mysterious group of lakes that change color—emerald green, turquoise blue, and more—depending on the light and time of day.
Il Regalo: Enjoy an authentic Italian lunch made with plenty of fresh vegetables from local farms, at a popular restaurant near Goshikinuma.
Tsuruga Castle: A symbol of Aizu that changes its look with each season. Enjoy a matcha tea experience at Rinkaku Teahouse, a traditional tea house on the castle grounds.
TSURUGA Higashiyama Souhonzan is more than just a place to stay—it is a true base for your journey. A spacious 169㎡ suite, a Ryukyu-tatami bathroom, and an exquisite Aizu regional cuisine course invite guests into a world beyond everyday life.
Day 2: An Extreme Onsen and a Forest Lodge
Extreme Onsen: Join a guided trek of about 30–40 minutes each way. Pass the scent of sulfur and rugged mountain terrain to reach Numajiri Motoyu, where hot spring water flows like a river from the source. Bathing here, surrounded by nature, is an incredibly open and refreshing experience.
Head to Numajiri Plateau Lodge, also known for its connection to renowned mountaineer Junko Tabei. Surrounded by quiet forest, the lodge offers a peaceful space that gently soothes your body after the day’s adventure.
Day 3: A Scenic Flight That Etches the Journey into Memory
Extreme Flight: Enjoy a special flight over the dramatic landscape of Numajiri. From a viewpoint only possible from the sky, look back on the places that shaped this journey.
Things to know
| About Reservations | ・TSURUGA Higashiyama Souhonzan accepts only one group per day, so early booking is essential. ・The Extreme Onsen is a guided activity with limited availability, so advance arrangements are strongly recommended. |
| Best Season | Summer, with its fresh green scenery, is perfect for escaping the heat. In autumn (October to early November), the mountains turn vibrant with fall colors, making trekking especially atmospheric and enjoyable. |
| What to Wear | For the Extreme Onsen, please wear comfortable clothing and easy-to-walk shoes (trekking shoes are recommended). Near the mountain top, the wind can be cold, so bringing a light jacket is advised even in summer. In autumn, proper warm clothing is essential. |
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