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Scenic Points of the Tadami Line
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Scenic Viewpoints along the Tadami Line
Fukumitsu Koku-zo Bosatsu Enzo-ji Temple
Founded approximately 1,200 years ago by the priest Tokuichi Daishi. It has long been a center of deep devotion and is counted as one of the three great Koku-zo Bosatsu temples in Japan.
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- Contact
- Opening hours
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- Fees
- 176 Terakemachi-ko, Oaza Yanaizu, Yanaizu-machi
- Yanaizu Tourism Association: 0241-42-2346
- 6:30 – 16:00 (7:00 – 16:00 from December to March)
- (For Tadami) About 1 minute from Aizu-Yanaizu Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 5 minutes 25 seconds from Godo Station
- Admission Free
No. 1 Tadami River Bridge
This viewpoint is so famous that it is synonymous with the charm of the Tadami Line. You can see the Tadami River acting as a water mirror, reflecting the scenery on its surface, as well as mystical views of river mist rising from the water to envelop the bridge.
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- Access
- Mishima Town Tourism Association: 0241-48-5000
- (For Tadami) About 2 minutes from Aizu-Hinohara Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 1 minute 50 seconds from Aizu-Nishikata Station
No. 3 Tadami River Bridge
A railway bridge located between Aizu-Miyashita Station and Hayato Station. The moment the train reaches the bridge, the view suddenly opens up, and the scenery of the gently flowing Tadami River and lush greenery fills the train window. The beauty of the autumn colors is especially breathtaking.
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- Miyashita, Mishima-machi
- (For Tadami) About 5 minutes 20 seconds from Aizu-Miyashita Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 4 minutes 20 seconds from Hayato Station
Mugenkyo Ferry
The "Ferry" has been revived, allowing you to encounter Japan's original, timeless scenery while enveloped in mystical river mist. The atmospheric "hand-prowled ferry" and the seasonal views from the surface of the Tadami River have been featured in many media outlets and are attracting much attention. Please enjoy a hand-prowled boat ride and a walk around the area with a local boatman (Duration: approximately 1.5 hours).
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- Contact
- Opening hours
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- Fees
- Others
- Near Hayato Station
- Kaneyama Town Tourism and Products Association: 0241-42-7211
- Mid-April – Mid-November / From sunrise to sunset
- Hayato Station
- 6,000 yen (Up to 2 people)
- Advance reservation required (At least 5 days in advance)
Oshi Village
Located near Aizu-Kawaguchi Station, the view of Oshi Village stretching across the Tadami River is known as the "Oshi View." On clear days, you can witness a breathtaking "water mirror," where the mountains and the village are perfectly reflected on the river's surface.
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- Contact
- Access
- Kawaguchi, Kaneyama-machi
- Kaneyama Town Tourism and Products Association: 0241-42-7211
- (For Tadami) About 2 minutes from Aizu-Nakagawa Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 1 minute 45 seconds from Aizu-Kawaguchi Station
Honna Dam
A dam with a unique shape that is rare even in Japan, as its top serves as the old National Route 252. You can see it to the northwest the moment the train crosses the "No. 6 Tadami River Bridge." Its massive, dignified presence is so powerful that you will instinctively want to capture it on camera.
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- Honna, Kaneyama-machi
- (For Tadami) About 55 seconds from Honna Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 8 minutes 55 seconds from Aizu-Kosugawa Station
Iyahiko Shrine
A shrine located on a sandbar in the middle of the Tadami River flowing through the Yokota district. Within the shrine grounds, several ancient cedar trees stretch their branches high into the sky, creating a sacred and serene atmosphere. It has been a beloved tutelary deity for the local people since ancient times.
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- Contact
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- 198 Yokota, Kaneyama-machi
- Kaneyama Town Tourism and Products Association: 0241-42-7211
- (For Tadami) About 3 minutes 20 seconds from Aizu-Kosugawa Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 2 minutes 46 seconds from Aizu-Yokota Station
No. 7 Tadami River Bridge
Below the bridge, the Tadami River flows alongside a beautiful natural landscape of villages and rice paddies. You can also see the Shikisai Bridge, which runs parallel to the railway bridge.
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- Yokota, Kaneyama-machi
- (For Tadami) About 1 minute 45 seconds from Aizu-Yokota Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 1 minute 30 seconds from Aizu-Oshio Station
No. 8 Tadami River Bridge
After passing the "No. 8 Tadami River Bridge," the sky gradually opens up, and the beautiful blue of the heavens is reflected on the surface of the Tadami River.
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- 196-1 Hirotaomote, Yoriiwa, Tadami-machi
- (For Tadami) About 1 minute 15 seconds from Aizu-Shiozawa Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 4 minutes 15 seconds from Aizu-Gamo Station
Mt. Gamo
A 828-meter-high independent peak rising sharply from the Tadami River, its rugged silhouette has earned it the nickname "The Matterhorn of Aizu." The grand sight of the mountain soaring to the north of the tracks immediately after leaving Aizu-Gamo Station is unforgettable, especially when contrasted with the peaceful surrounding landscape.
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- Gamo, Tadami-machi
- Aizu-Gamo Station
Lake Tagokura
As the train emerges from the first long tunnel after leaving Tadami Station, Lake Tagokura appears in the window. This man-made lake, created by the construction of the Tagokura Dam, is famous as a sanctuary for char fishing. Its calm surface acts as a mirror, beautifully reflecting the surrounding landscape.
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- Tadami Town
- (For Koide) About 10 minutes 58 seconds from Tadami Station (For Aizu-Wakamatsu) About 18 minutes 38 seconds from Oshirakawa Station
Futanuma Forest Nature Park
As a park where you can "see, learn, and stay" in untouched nature, it attracts many visitors from both inside and outside the prefecture every year. Within the park, there are vantage points overlooking the vast Aizu Basin, where you can watch the Tadami Line train traveling through the expansive rice paddies.
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- Contact
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- 6636 Nanakubo, Yagisawa, Aizu-misato-machi
- Approx. 25 min by car from Aizu-Takada Station
- Futanuma Forest Park Management Office: 0242-54-4793
- 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Gekkoji Temple
Sankyo-ji Temple shares a deep historical connection with the famous Fukumitsu Kokuzo Bosatsu Enzo-ji Temple. A waterfall trickles down the rocky cliffs behind the temple, its sound echoing through the peaceful silence. The Tadami Line tracks run directly behind the main hall, where in spring, you can see trains passing through a stunning tunnel of blooming cherry blossoms.
- Location
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- 1096 Ko, Shimoaramachi, Yanaizu
- Approx. 15 min on foot from Aizu-Yanaizu Station
No. 1 Tadami River Bridge
This viewpoint is so famous that it is synonymous with the charm of the Tadami Line. You can see the Tadami River acting as a water mirror, reflecting the scenery on its surface, as well as mystical views of river mist rising from the water to envelop the bridge.
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ContactMishima Town Tourism Association: 0241-48-5000
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Access
It is approximately a 10-minute walk from Roadside Station Oze Kaido Mishimajuku.
Note: There are three viewpoints. It takes about 10 minutes to walk up the ridge to the summit. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
When arriving by the Tadami Line, the distance from Aizu-Miyashita Station to the Roadside Station is about 3.5 km, which takes approximately 45 minutes on foot.Walking Approx. 45 min on foot from JR Aizu-Miyashita Station Bus As this is a town-operated bus, it is unavailable on Sundays, public holidays, and during the New Year’s period.
[Outbound] Depart JR Aizu-Miyashita Station at 8:10 AM → Arrive at "Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) Oze Kaido Mishimajuku" (approx. 5 min)
[Inbound] The bus returning to JR Aizu-Miyashita Station requires a reservation (On-demand bus). Please speak to the staff at the Roadside Station.
From Roadside Station: 1st Bus 10:20 (Book by 9:00) / 2nd Bus 13:20 (Book by 12:00)
One-way: Adults ¥500 / Children (12 & under) ¥300Taxi It takes approx. 20 minutes for a Yanaizu Taxi to arrive at JR Aizu-Miyashita Station after you call.
Approx. 5 min from JR Aizu-Miyashita Station to the Roadside Station.
Yanaizu Taxi: 0241-42-2120Bicycle Rental 4 hours: ¥500 / 8 hours: ¥1,000
Rental Location: Mishima Tourism Center "Karankoron" (2-min walk from JR Aizu-Miyashita Sta.)
Approx. 15 min by bicycle from the Tourist Association to the Roadside Station.
Available: April – late Nov (Closed in winter)
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Train Passage Times
Inbound
(Bound for Aizu-Wakamatsu)Outbound
(Bound for Tadami)6:05 7:23 7:41 9:01 9:20 14:23 13:03 18:15 16:08 20:59 19:42 22:57 ＊Schedule may vary depending on service conditions. Please check the JR East website for details.https://www.jreast-timetable.jp/
No. 2 Tadami River Bridge
The viewpoint is located 400 meters from Aizu-Nishikata Station along Route 400 toward Aizu-Miyashita. From this level-eye perspective, you can enjoy a stunning view of the bridge. The sight of the train passing through the landscape is especially breathtaking.
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- Oonobori, Mishima Town
- Approx. 5 min walk from Aizu-Nishikata Station.
The Three Arch Bridge Brothers of Miyashita
In the Miyashita district, there is a unique spot where you can see three different arch bridges—Route 252, the JR Tadami Line, and Prefectural Road 237—overlapping all at once. Locally, these bridges are affectionately known as the "Miyashita Three Arch Bridge Brothers."
From the train window, the silver arch bridge creates a stunning contrast with the autumn colors of the mountains. It is a signature landscape that captures the deep mountain beauty of the Tadami Line.
From the train window, the silver arch bridge creates a stunning contrast with the autumn colors of the mountains. It is a signature landscape that captures the deep mountain beauty of the Tadami Line.
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- Mizushiri, Miyashita, Mishima Town
- Mishima Public Works Office, Operations Division | Tel: 0241-52-1108
- Approx. 5 min walk from JR Aizu-Miyashita Station.
No. 3 Tadami River Bridge
A railway bridge located between Aizu-Miyashita Station and Hayato Station. The moment the train reaches the bridge, the view suddenly opens up, and the scenery of the gently flowing Tadami River and lush greenery fills the train window. The beauty of the autumn colors is especially breathtaking.
＊Parking space is limited and traffic is heavy, so please be careful.
＊Parking space is limited and traffic is heavy, so please be careful.
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- Mishima Town (Inside the Takashimizu Snow Shed on Route 252)
- Approx. 6 min by car from JR Aizu-Miyashita Station.
No. 4 Tadami River Bridge
This truss bridge spans the river between Aizu-Mizunuma and Aizu-Nakagawa Stations. You can view the entire bridge from Mizunuma Bridge on Route 252. It is a prime photo spot where many photographers gather for the perfect shot, especially when the train passes through.
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- Mizunuma, Kaneyama Town
- Approx. 8 min walk from JR Aizu-Mizunuma Station.
Kaneyama Fureai Hiroba (Community Plaza)
A stunning viewpoint located along Route 252, just a 10-minute walk from Aizu-Kawaguchi Station. The scenery—where the village sits right at the water's edge as the Tadami Line winds along the river—is the quintessence of traditional Japanese landscapes. The sights are especially mystical when the village is shrouded in river mist on summer mornings or evenings after rain, or when the train travels through a pristine winter snowscape.
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- Kawaguchi, Kaneyama-machi
- Kaneyama Town Tourism and Products Association: 0241-42-7211
- Approx. 10 min walk from JR Aizu-Kawaguchi Station.
Across the Tadami River from Aizu-Kawaguchi Station
Located right on the banks of the Tadami River, this station is often shrouded in a mystical river mist when the weather conditions are just right. The vast expanse of water creates an atmosphere reminiscent of a ferry landing. This evocative scenery earned it a place among the "100 Best Stations in the Tohoku Region."
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- Kawaguchi, Kaneyama-machi
- Approx. 20 min walk from JR Aizu-Kawaguchi Station.
Aizu-Oshio Station
An unstaffed station nestled between Aizu-Yokota and Aizu-Shiozawa Stations. Its simple appearance, standing quietly amidst the peaceful Satoyama (countryside) landscape, evokes a sense of nostalgic Japan. In spring, the area is adorned with various blooming flowers, creating an even warmer and more inviting scenery.
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- Near Takizawa-Kitsunezuka, Kaneyama Town
- Just a short walk from Aizu-Oshio Station.
Kanouzu-gawa Bridge
This 372-meter-long bridge spans the Kanouzu River, passing through villages between Aizu-Gamo and Tadami Stations. It is uniquely characterized by its sharp 250-meter radius curve. Due to a 30 km/h speed limit across the bridge, trains pass slowly, making its "beautiful curve" a favorite among photography enthusiasts.
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- Near Kanouzu-Shimohara, Tadami Town
- Approx. 6 min by car from JR Aizu-Gamo Station.
Scenic Views from the Train Window
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会津若松駅Aizu-Wakamatsu
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会津柳津駅Aizu-Yanaizu
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View DetailsFukumitsu Koku-zo Bosatsu Enzo-ji Temple
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郷戸駅Gōdo
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会津桧原駅Aizu-Hinohara
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View DetailsNo. 1 Tadami River Bridge
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会津西方駅Aizu-Nishikata
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会津宮下駅Aizu-Miyashita
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View DetailsNo. 3 Tadami River Bridge
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早戸駅Hayato
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View DetailsMugenkyo Ferry
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会津水沼駅Aizu-Mizunuma
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会津中川駅Aizu-Nakagawa
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View DetailsOshi Village
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会津川口駅Aizu-Kawaguchi
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本名駅Honna
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View DetailsHonna Dam
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会津越川駅Aizu-Kosugawa
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View DetailsIyahiko Shrine
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会津横田駅Aizu-Yokota
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View DetailsNo. 7 Tadami River Bridge
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会津大塩駅Aizu-Ōshio
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会津塩沢駅Aizu-Shiozawa
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View DetailsNo. 8 Tadami River Bridge
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会津蒲生駅Aizu-Gamo
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View DetailsMt. Gamo
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只見駅Tadami
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View DetailsLake Tagokura
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大白川駅Ōshirakawa
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Scenic Viewpoints along the Tadami Line
会津若松駅
Aizu-Wakamatsu
会津高田駅
Aizu-Takada
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Futanuma Forest Nature Park
根岸駅
Negishi
会津柳津駅
Aizu-Yanaizu
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Gekkoji Temple
郷戸駅
Gōdo
会津桧原駅
Aizu-Hinohara
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No. 1 Tadami River Bridge
会津西方駅
Aizu-Nishikata
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No. 2 Tadami River Bridge
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The Three Arch Bridge Brothers of Miyashita
会津宮下駅
Aizu-Miyashita
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No. 3 Tadami River Bridge
早戸駅
Hayato
会津水沼駅
Aizu-Mizunuma
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No. 4 Tadami River Bridge
会津中川駅
Aizu-Nakagawa
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Kaneyama Fureai Hiroba (Community Plaza)
会津川口駅
Aizu-Kawaguchi
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Across the Tadami River from Aizu-Kawaguchi Station
本名駅
Honna
会津大塩駅
Aizu-Ōshio
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Aizu-Oshio Station
会津塩沢駅
Aizu-Shiozawa
会津蒲生駅
Aizu-Gamo
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Kanouzu-gawa Bridge
只見駅
Tadami