Tohoku Fukushima Day Trip | Inawashiro, Strawberry Picking, Abukuma Cave, Hoshimura Observatory | Optional Carpooling & Private Car Options

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-Product Introduction-

【Carpooling Plan】

• Meeting time: 08:50
• Departure time: 09:00
• Meeting point: Taxi stand at the west exit of Koriyama Station
• Trip duration: 8 hours
• Minimum group size: 4 people to proceed
• Vehicle type: Vehicles will be assigned based on the number of passengers, with a Toyota Hiace or equivalent expected.
• Baggage restrictions: Each person may bring a maximum of one 24-inch piece of luggage.
• Itinerary:
  Depart from Koriyama Station - Lake Inawashiro - Inawashiro Strawberry Garden in front of the road station - Lunch - Avukuma Cave - Hoshinomura Observatory - Return to Koriyama Station

[Charter Bus Option]

• Departure time: Can be arranged between 07:00 and 09:00
• Meeting point: Designated pick-up and drop-off location
• Trip duration: 8 hours
• Vehicles suitable for use: TOYOTA ALPHARD or TOYOTA HIACE or equivalent models.
• Number of people & baggage restrictions:
  - TOYOTA ALPHARD: Maximum passenger capacity of 6, luggage capacity of 4 pieces of 24-inch luggage.
  - TOYOTA HIACE: Maximum passenger capacity: 9 people; maximum luggage capacity: 8 pieces of 24-inch suitcase. *If the number of passengers is less than the maximum, one more piece of luggage can be placed on the seat for each fewer passenger. If the number of passengers or luggage exceeds the capacity, the driver has the right to refuse pick-up and drop-off without refund.
• Driver service languages: Japanese, Chinese
• Itinerary:
  Depart from Koriyama Station - Lake Inawashiro - Inawashiro Strawberry Garden in front of the road station - Lunch - Avukuma Cave - Hoshinomura Observatory - Return to Koriyama Station

-Attraction Introduction-

• Lake Inawashiro covers approximately 100 square kilometers and stands out in Japan, appearing as vast as the ocean at first glance. Its most distinctive feature is its crystal-clear waters, earning it the nickname "Sky Mirror Lake," meaning a lake reflecting the blue sky.
  
  
• The Inawashiro Strawberry Farm in front of Michi-no-Ekima cultivates strawberry varieties that ripen year-round, harvesting in both summer and autumn, and are known as summer-autumn strawberries. From the greenhouse's front, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the magnificent Mount Bandai and appreciate the rich natural beauty of Inawashiro. The greenhouse is predominantly white and utilizes advanced environmental management technology to store and analyze data on temperature, humidity, and sunlight, creating the optimal environment for strawberry cultivation and resulting in sweeter and more delicious strawberries.
  *The strawberry farm is closed periodically. If the farm is closed, you will be taken to a nearby strawberry farm or other orchard. Please take note.
  
  
• Abukuma Cave, a world of fantastical beauty sculpted over countless years, stretches 4,128.3 meters (600 meters open to the public). Home to a vast array of stalactites and stalagmites, it is one of Japan's most iconic stalactite caves. Many attractions are worth seeing, including the largest cave within, "Takine Palace," and "Moon World," a lighting system used for stage performances—the first of its kind in a Japanese stalactite cave. We welcome you to fully enjoy this wondrous and moving underground fantasy world.
  
  
• Hoshimura Observatory, located in the Abukuma Mountains of Takine-cho, Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, is a tranquil and healing destination surrounded by nature. Do you think observatories are only for nighttime visits? Not at all! Inside the uppermost dome is Fukushima Prefecture's largest reflecting telescope, with a 65cm aperture. Even during the day, you can observe bright first-magnitude stars, Venus, and the Sun, offering a truly unique stargazing experience! Furthermore, the observatory houses a planetarium, allowing you to admire the starry sky anytime, regardless of the weather, immersing yourself in the romance of the universe. Inside, you can touch real meteorites and see the legendary "Meteorite Sword," forged from meteorites. Come experience the cosmic charm that can only be enjoyed during the day and discover a new and wondrous astronomical world!