After breakfast at the ryokan, visit Aizu Bukeyashiki. This sprawling complex of rooms served as residences for the samurai's family, servants, and guests are one of the most complete complexes of its kind anywhere in Japan.Then go to Tsuruga Castle. This castle is known as the "impregnable castle" that withstood a month-long siege at the end of the Edo Period. It is famous for cherry blossoms in the spring and autumnal leaves in the fall.
For lunch, experience the best sauce pork cutlet in Japan. Juicy and tender pieces of pork are covered in specially made katsu sauce served over locally harvested white rice.
Then transfer to Urabandai area offering beautiful scenery with picturesque surrounding lakes. The colorful ponds and lakes known as Goshikinuma were born when Mt. Bandai erupted over a century ago. Influenced by the volcanic elements and minerals, each body of water has its own distinctive color, and these hues are enhanced and altered by the changing seasons.
Aftersightseeing, proceed to Kitakata city, full of quaint streets lined with original merchants’ warehouses and known for one of best ramen noodles. Walk around the town and you'll know why you're in ramen heaven. This city is world-famous for their soy-sauce based ramen. Stroll around Kitakata and try those ramen shops.
Stay in Kitakata city of Fukushima for 1night