Must-SeeŌuchi-juku
An old post town on a mountain road, lined with thatched-roof inns and shops, famous for soba eaten with a leek.
Aizu-Wakamatsu
A castle town of samurai history, with the rebuilt Tsuruga Castle, a spiral wooden pagoda and sake breweries.
- Best Time to Go
- Apr–May, Sep–Nov
Our full guide to Aizu-Wakamatsu is being written. It's on the Hokkaido and Tohoku list as If You're Nearby.
What to See
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Must-SeeTokyo
About 126 miles away
The world's largest city, from Shibuya's crossing to quiet shrines, with the best food anywhere.
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Worth a DetourNagano
About 112 miles away
Zenkō-ji temple's city, with wild snow monkeys bathing in hot springs nearby.
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Must-SeeKamakura
Kanagawa
About 152 miles away
The Great Buddha and seaside temples, an hour from Tokyo.
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