Ouchijuku: A Journey Back to Edo-Era Japan
Step back in time at Ouchijuku, a beautifully preserved Edo-era post town in Fukushima, Japan, offering a unique cultural experience.
Ouchijuku is a beautifully preserved post town in Fukushima Prefecture, offering visitors a glimpse into Japan's Edo period with its thatched-roof houses and traditional atmosphere. Once a vital stop along the Aizu-Nishi Kaido trade route, it now welcomes travelers seeking an authentic cultural experience.
A brief summary to Ouchijuku
- Ouchi, Shimogo, Yamamoto Ouchi, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima, 969-5207, JP
- +81241-68-3611
- Visit website
Local tips
- Try the Negi Soba, a local specialty where you use a leek instead of chopsticks to eat the soba noodles.
- Visit the Ouchijuku Honjin museum to learn about the history and lifestyle of the Edo period.
- Climb the stairs to the temple at the end of the main street for a panoramic view of Ouchijuku.
- Consider visiting during the Ouchijuku Snow Festival in February or the Hange Mid-Summer Festival in July for a unique cultural experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The most common way to reach Ouchijuku is by train and bus. From Aizu-Wakamatsu Station, take the Aizu Railway Line to Yunokami Onsen Station. The ride takes approximately 35 minutes and costs 1050 yen. From Yunokami Onsen Station, take the Saruyu-go bus to Ouchijuku. The bus ride is about 20 minutes and costs 1000 yen for a round-trip ticket. Alternatively, a taxi from Yunokami Onsen Station to Ouchijuku costs around 2000 yen.
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Driving
If driving, take the Tohoku Expressway to the Shirakawa IC, then follow local roads to Yunokami. From Yunokami, it's a short drive to Ouchijuku. Parking is available in paid lots near the village entrance. Parking fees are typically 500 yen per car.
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