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The protagonist of the 2020 NHK drama series "Yell",Yuji Koseki.
The memorial hall features songs such as "The Crown of Glory Shines on You," "Rokko Oroshi," and "Olympic March."
The museum exhibits autographs and sheet music of the more than 5,000 songs he composed throughout his life that are still loved by the public today.

This art museum houses works by Monet, Pissarro, Wyeth, and others, as well as the work of Fukushima-born printmaker, Saito Kiyoshi.
The area around the museum is rich in nature and is a great place for a walk.

This is a rare facility that still exists as the official residence of the Bank of Japan from before the war.
You can enjoy a panoramic view of the Japanese garden from the property and the Abukuma River from the deck.

Look! Eat! Experience! A park that can be enjoyed with all five senses.
Returning to the origins of manufacture that began in 16th century England, you can experience glass and Kokeshi doll making, as well as local agriculture and cuisine up close.
It is a very popular spot with students and families with children.

Fukushima Racecourse holds races three times a year: in spring, summer, and fall!
You can enjoy watching live horse racing.
The sight of the horses running in front of you is truly spectacular.

A comprehensive athletic park located in a lush natural environment overlooking the Adatara and Agatsuma mountain ranges.
There are sports facilities such as a baseball field that can hold Official professional baseball games, a gymnasium, an athletics field, tennis courts, picnic areas,
In addition to recreational facilities that can be enjoyed throughout the year, such as a sports and cycling plaza,
A large facility densely packed with green spaces, plazas, and exercise rooms for children.
It is often used for sports trips and tournaments.
Also, the ginkgo tree-lined streets in October are extremely popular with couples and families.

This park was created over a period of 80 years by the Abe family, a flower farming family.
Many tourists from Japan and abroad visit the area every year, and it has now become one of Fukushima's most famous flower viewing spots.
The sight of colorful flowers in full bloom is truly like a paradise.

Mount Shinobu, the symbol of Fukushima City, is made up of three mountains: Kumano, Haguro, and Hayama.
Not only does it have an observation deck and parks with panoramic views of Fukushima city, but it also hosts a cherry blossom festival as a popular cherry blossom viewing spot, attracting many visitors throughout the year.

The 29km long tourist road that runs through the Azuma mountain range is truly spectacular. "Road through the sky"
The scenic "Azuma Eight Views" unfolds around Jododaira, sandwiched between Issaikyo and Azuma-Kofuji.
Why not take a drive along the Skyline, which changes appearance with each season, from the "snow corridor" in spring to the colorful leaves in autumn?

The 14km stretch from Iizaka Onsen to Tsuchiyu Kaido is a thriving fruit-producing area, and the entire area is covered in a carpet of peach, pear, and apple flowers, in that order.
Not only can you pick fruit, but you can also enjoy the scents and colors!

The Azuma Mountains are located on the western edge of Fukushima City, on the border with Yamagata Prefecture.
In winter, snow piles up and a rabbit-like creature called a "snow rabbit" appears.
The character "Momorin", based on the snow rabbit motif, is loved by people of all ages and genders.

This Japanese garden with a stroll around a pond took 10 years to create.
In early summer, magnificent irises bloom.
Enjoy the beauty of the four seasons in this famous garden.

This shrine enshrines the clan founder, Itakura Shigemasa (who was killed in battle during the Shimabara Rebellion on New Year's Day in 1638).
Shigemasa was the commander-in-chief of the allied forces organized by the shogunate to suppress the Christian uprising that occurred in Shimabara, Amakusa, and his descendant became the lord of Fukushima domain in 1702 (Genroku 15).

This temple was the location of the Fukushima Temporary Prefectural Office during the Meiji period, and was the first place in the country to hold a mock Fukushima Prefectural Assembly.
It has been the family temple of the Itakura family since the Genroku period, and has a strong history as the place where the 11th feudal lord, Katsunori, guarded the temple during the Boshin War.
The atmosphere is outstanding, with its stately gate and palace towers.
Additionally, Teramachi Street is home to many temples that were built to protect the castle.

This is Fukushima's representative festival, held every August.
They carry the largest straw sandals in Japan and parade through the city.
Of course, the festival will also be held in the downtown area, just a few minutes' walk from the hotel, so come and join in the exciting festival!

The annual festival of Haguro Shrine, located on Mount Shinobu.
Approximately 100 people carry the largest straw sandals in Japan, measuring 12m in length, 1.4m in width and weighing 2t, through a parade through the city before dedicating them to Haguro Shrine.
From midnight until the next morning, many worshippers come to pray for bountiful harvests, safety of their families, and good health.

A festival held mainly on Paseo Street and Bunka Street near Fukushima Station.
The area is bustling with large bamboo and a tunnel of Tanabata decorations, as well as handmade Tanabata decorations by kindergarten children.

The highlight of this festival is undoubtedly the "ren-yama floats."
The sight of 24 floats gathering on the street in front of Fukushima Station and parading in a line is truly spectacular!
During the festival, shooting galleries and food and drink stalls are set up around the shrine, attracting people of all ages and genders.