12 Activities in Fukushima

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[List of activities]
01. Paddle a Canadian canoe
Hatoriko Highland Regina Forest
http://www.reginaforest.com/activity/index.html
Canadian canoes can be enjoyed even by beginners. Enjoy a leisurely paddle and immerse yourself in the wilderness!
02. Fruit picking in Fukushima, the Fruit Kingdom
Marusei Kajuen *and many more
https://www.maruseifukushima.com/
In "Fruit Kingdom" Fukushima, all kinds of fruit picking can be enjoyed at almost any time of the year! Pick peaches, nashi pears, apples, grapes, strawberries, and so much more along the Fukushima City Fruit Line and various other locations throughout the prefecture.
03. Tours of sakagura (sake breweries) & sake tasting
Suehiro Shuzo *and many more (There are around 50 sakagura within the prefecture offering tours)
http://www.sake-suehiro.jp/
Discover the secrets to the delicious Japanese sakes of Fukushima at ancient breweries.
Enjoy tasting after the tour! You may discover your favorite bottle.
04. Hinoemata Kabuki makeup workshop
HINOEMATA TOURISM
http://www.hinoemata-tourism.com/kyouiku/
Hinoemata kabuki is a traditional form of performing art that has been passed down through the generations since the Edo Period. Gain firsthand experience of tradition and immerse yourself in the world of kabuki! Ready? Strike a pose!
05. Skateboard workshop
BE WANNA PARK FES
https://www.facebook.com/kitakata.sc/
Kitakata City is aiming to popularize street sports.
The city hosts numerous events from ramp sessions for professional skateboarders to dance shows! (There are plans to hold these events in 2017, too).
06. An incredible sense of adventure! Irimizu Cave
Irimizu Cave
http://abukumado.com/see/irimizu
Located 15 minutes by car from the sightseeing spot of Abukuma Cave, it is a cave renowned for offering adventures. Get soaking wet as you make your way through the narrow passageways to head to the deepest part of the cave! Recommended for adventurers who want more than what standard caves have to offer.
07. Tomato picking
Iwaki Wonder Farm
http://www.wonder-farm.co.jp
Harvest all kinds of tomatoes in greenhouses where delicious tomatoes are grown throughout the year!
Pack a bag full of fresh tomatoes and enjoy a day immersed in them.
08. Learn about radiation at Comutan Fukushima
Comutan Fukushima
http://www.com-fukushima.jp
A facility that encourages people to think, while having fun learning about radiation and environmental problems through workshops.
The awesome movie shown in the huge 360-degree spherical theater is a must-see.
09. Fossil excavating workshop
Iwaki City Ammonite Center
http://www.ammonite-center.jp
The Ammonite Center is built in a fossil producing area, and real fossils can be excavated in the area beside the facility. Find yourself a huge ammonite!
10. Gorge yourself on local burgers
Fukushima Burger Summit 2016 in Koori
http://park20.wakwak.com/~kuwashou/fukushima-bg/index.html
28 types of local burgers gather from all over Fukushima Prefecture and eastern Japan for this event!
Enjoy eating burgers with everyone to decide the No. 1 burger!! (There are plans to hold this event in 2017, too).
11. Enjoy foot baths near stations
Yunokami Onsen
http://www.yunokami.com/
Iizaka Onsen
https://iizaka.com/daytrip/ashiyu/
Relax by soaking in foot baths while traveling.
12. Ice fishing for Japanese pond smelt
Urabandai Hibarako Kokatamori *and many more
http://www.kotakamori.com/wakasagi.html
Enjoy serious ice fishing to catch Japanese pond smelt at Lake Hibarako; no equipment required.
The sheds are very warm, and the fish can be eaten too, after catching them!
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