2025 Sukagawa Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

#DomesticTravel ~ Sukagawa, Fukushima Prefecture ~ Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. This is the hometown of Eiji Tsuburaya, the director of Ultraman. On Taimatsu Street in Sukagawa City, there are 13 monuments, including Ultraman and Gomora. They appear suddenly in the city, so you'll be surprised when you see them for the first time. It's irresistible for fans. There is also the Eiji Tsuburaya Museum, where you can see special effects making-of videos. Sukagawa City is also a sister city of the M78 Nebula, the Land of Light, the hometown of Ultraman. The roads are clean, and you can see the mountains and rivers, so it's a great place. It's relatively close to the airport, so if you go to Fukushima Prefecture, please visit it as one of your sightseeing spots. -------------------------- Eiji Tsuburaya Museum 11 Nakamachi, Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture 9:00-17:00 20 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by car from JR Sukagawa Station -------------------------- #Eiji Tsuburaya Museum #Fukushima Prefecture #Sukagawa City #Ultraman #Fukushima Tourism #Fukushima Information #Tohoku Travel #Sukagawa Tourism #Eiji Tsuburaya

#Travel plan Take the Tohoku Shinkansen to Fukushima Station. Wait for the 9 o'clock opening time and first receive one manhole card. The one given at the Shinkansen station information is sold out, so I can't receive it. I take the Shinkansen to Koriyama Station again. From Koriyama to Sukagawa, I transfer locally. The rain is getting heavier, so my mesh sneakers and white cotton pants get soaked in the mud. Still, I proceed with the tasks I've prepared. As expected from the city of Ultraman, Ondo City is Ultraman. I also obtain two manhole cards smoothly. I also find the Ultraman manhole by chance. And I think of the background map of the small road to Oku by the master of haiku, Matsuo Basho, and savor the loneliness of life while walking in the rain. Next, I visit Shirakawa in Fukushima Prefecture, where I visited Komine Castle before, and collect the Pokémon manhole and manhole cards. Suica works at Sukagawa Station, but not at Shirakawa Station, so I paid in cash and received a receipt from the station attendant. I went to Shin-Shirakawa Station and activated Suica again, and the stamp from Sukagawa was removed. It was a hassle, but I think I have to do that to be able to continue using it. After finishing the morning schedule in Fukushima, I went to Nasushiobara in Tochigi Prefecture. Thank you. #JapanTravel #FukushimaTravel #Ultraman #Koriyama #Fukushima #TohokuTravel

Impressions of Fukushima Koriyama 2 - Fukushima Beef x Huang Beef In principle, I try to change the flavor of every meal, and barbecue is an option that I will eat at least once almost every time. I wanted to eat Fukushima beef since I came to Fukushima, but this seems to be the first time I have eaten Huang beef. I didn’t expect the meat to be so good. In addition, Lushan Plateau Pork is also very delicious. Store Name: Niu Feng Store Location: Asahi 2-chome 3-34, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture Opening hours 11:30 - 18:30

#2024TravelReview Sugagawa, this small town is not as lively as big cities, but it impressed me with its leisurely atmosphere and unique charm. This is the hometown of Eiji Tsuburaya, the author of "Ultraman", so Ultraman-related elements can be seen everywhere. We visited the "Eiji Tsuburaya Memorial Museum" and learned about his creative process in detail. We also took photos with the Ultraman statue on the street. The children were very excited. The natural scenery of the Sukagawa River is equally charming, with green river banks and small bridges and flowing water that are relaxing. The local hot springs are also worth a try and are a great choice for relaxation. This trip allowed me to feel the tranquility and warmth of a small Japanese town, and also left the children with a day full of memories.

#HotSpring2024 All rooms at this inn come with 100% natural hot spring water ♨️ Yoneya's hot spring water is silky smooth! It's so smooth that you don't need lotion✨ When you soak in the hot water, your skin will be smooth and shiny✨ The meal is the "Fairy Tale Kaiseki" course, which is a seasonal course made with organic ingredients The king of autumn👑 charcoal-grilled matsutake mushroom is a special order dish♥ (reservation required) ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦ Spot information 📍The shampoo, body soap, and skin care products in the rooms, and the shampoo and body soap in the large bath are selected and used mainly from internationally certified organic cosmetics It's a great pleasure for girls #Open-air bath in guest room #Hot spring #Fukushima #Domestic travel #Girls trip

Is it okay to enter for free?! This is an introduction to a place that can be enjoyed by both adults and children! Apparently, Eiji Tsuburaya, famous for special effects, was born in Sukagawa, Fukushima Prefecture ☺️ So there is such a wonderful facility! They show short movies and making-ofs made only with special effects without using CG in the projection room, so you definitely have to see them!! Even if you are not familiar with special effects, it is very interesting and I learned a lot about what goes on behind the scenes, so I think that fans will love it! In a world where CG has become commonplace as it has become more convenient, I was moved by the thought, effort, and hard work of the creators who continue to pursue realism one by one as in the past😭😭 In addition, the storage room also has miniatures and models that were actually used, and there was a lot to see😄 The diorama corner is also very beautiful, with each one carefully made. You can take some interesting photos, so please come and check it out♡ 📍 Sukagawa Special Effects Archive Center 22 Nakajimae, Hashida, Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture, 962-0302 We recommend accessing by car! 《From the general road》From National Route 4, Sukagawa City Ikeshita intersection, take Prefectural Route 67 (Nakano Sukagawa Line) west for about 9 km.《From the expressway》Get off at the Sukagawa IC on the Tohoku Expressway, and head north on Prefectural Route 67 (Nakano Sukagawa Line). Turn left at the intersection of JA Yume Minami Nishibukuro Branch, and head west for about 8 km. ✔️Open from 9am to 5pm ✔️Closed on Tuesdays ✔️Free admission #tourism #special effects #Sukagawa Special Effects Archive Center #Sukagawa City #Fukushima Prefecture #travel #museum

#AccommodationReview Sukagawa Peony Garden is one of Japan's leading peony viewing spots, located in Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. Every spring, many tourists visit to enjoy the beautiful peony flowers. Sukagawa Peony Garden has about 700 varieties and about 1,200 peonies planted on its vast grounds, allowing visitors to enjoy peonies of various colors, shapes, and fragrances. Especially during the flowering season, the colorful peonies bloom all at once, creating a fantastic atmosphere in the garden. In addition to peonies, the surrounding area of ​​the Peony Garden is filled with seasonal flowers and beautiful nature. Flowers of every season, such as cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, hydrangeas in summer, and autumn leaves in autumn, attract visitors. Sukagawa Peony Garden is a place that provides a relaxing time for peony lovers and people who like to appreciate flowers. There are also rest areas and shops in the garden, so you can spend your time leisurely.

#thingstodo I stopped by for a walk during the day on a weekday. There were only a few worshipers as there was no particular event going on. The temple as a whole was well maintained and good. The location is on a slope, so it may be difficult for people with walking disabilities to get there, but there is a parking lot available. There was also a place like a goshuin stamp shop, so I think they also sell goshuin stamps.

#DomesticTravel ~ Hotel Wing International Sukagawa ~ A hotel in Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. I booked this time through Trip.com. It's about a 20-minute walk from the station, but there are many restaurants nearby, so it was convenient. The staff were kind, and I even got a limited edition gift. You can pick up your pajamas and amenities at the front desk before heading to your room. The water pressure in the room was good, so it was no problem just to sleep. There's also an izakaya on the first floor, so it's convenient to go out for a drink and then go back to the hotel right away. They have a lot of Fukushima local sake, and I also recommend the cheese with Nara pickles as a snack. It's close to Fukushima Airport and Koriyama Station, so you can use both planes and the Shinkansen. Please use this as a reference when looking for a hotel in Fukushima Prefecture. -------------------------- Hotel Wing International Sukagawa 36-1 Nakamachi, Sukagawa, Fukushima 15 minutes walk or 3 minutes by car from JR Sukagawa Station to downtown -------------------------- #Hotel Wing International Sukagawa #Fukushima Prefecture #Fukushima Gourmet #Fukushima Hotel #Fukushima Tourism #Fukushima Information #Tohoku Travel #Sukagawa Hotel

#DomesticTravel ~ Sukagawa Civic Exchange Center, tette ~ tette is located in Sukagawa City, Fukushima Prefecture. It is the Sukagawa Civic Exchange Center, and it also has a library. In the lobby on the first floor, there is a convenience store and a flea market, and Ultraman-related items are on display. The library is also spacious and has terrace seating. You can read a book while looking at the bright light outside and the beautiful mountains. The fifth floor also houses a museum of Eiji Tsuburaya, the creator of Ultraman, who was born in Sukagawa City. It's amazing that it's free. It's a very beautiful facility, and not only locals but also tourists can relax here. The surrounding area is also beautiful, so be sure to check it out. -------------------------- Sukagawa Civic Exchange Center tette 4-1 Nakamachi, Sukagawa, Fukushima Library Monday-Saturday 9:00-22:00 Sundays and holidays 9:00-20:00 20-minute walk from JR Sukagawa Station -------------------------- #Fukushima Prefecture #Fukushima #Sukagawa City #Fukushima Tourism #Tohoku Trip #Ultraman #Fukushima Trip

When I visited Fukushima, I went to the "Animage and Ghibli Exhibition" which I had been interested in. The Sukagawa City Cultural Center is beautiful, close to Koriyama, and has plenty of parking, so it's ideal for coming by car. As a Ghibli fan, it was very appealing with articles about old Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki, as well as special Animage bonuses!! Highly recommended!!! There were also exhibits of Gundam, Future Boy Conan, and Lupin the Third. There were collaboration menus in the area, and there was a wide selection of merchandise. The popular handkerchiefs and T-shirt designs were sold out as of September 19th, so they may sell out one after another! This is an event I recommend to all Ghibli fans~!!! It was fun!