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Teppanyaki Aizuya

Authentic teppanyaki in a casual atmosphere

Teppanyaki Restaurant using carefully selected ingredients from the Aizu region. The restaurant's specialties include "dice steak" made from Japanese beef, which is popular for lunch, as well as "Aizu Jidori chicken" and "Fukushima beef" steaks, and the live performance of the chef grilling them in front of your eyes is a real delight. For garnishes and salads, seasonal vegetables delivered from contract farmers in the Aizu region are used. All dishes on the menu are simply seasoned, allowing you to enjoy the flavor of the ingredients themselves. A la carte dishes are also available in the evening, allowing those who want to snack while drinking to do so without hesitation.

Teppanyaki counter with fun performances

Originally started as a French restaurant, it was renovated into a Teppanyaki Restaurant in 2017. The chef himself visits the producers and examines the ingredients. As he encounters wonderful ingredients, his desire to "convey the producer's thoughts as well" grew stronger, and the restaurant was reborn in a style that allows him to talk with customers while cooking. The flambé and other performances that take place in the open kitchen are also worth seeing, and the sounds and aromas of the meat cooking heighten the anticipation. This is a restaurant where you can casually enjoy teppan-yaki, which has a high-class image.

Teppanyaki Aizu House

• 2-51 Nanokaicho, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 5 minutes walk from JR Nanokaicho Station
• From JR Aizuwakamatsu Station, take a bus to Shiroki-ya-mae and get off at Shiroki-ya-mae. 3 min. walk.
• 11:30-14:30 (L.O. 13:30), 18:00-22:00 (L.O. 21:00)
• Mondays (open if Monday is a national holiday, closed the following day)
• 0242-29-0371
• Free of charge

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Nanukamachi Chabo Yui

Aizu Wakamatsu's beloved "Tofu Mochi" is now available at this location.

Tofu Mochi" is a local dish of the Minatomachi area of Aizu Wakamatsu City. The woman who is the grandson of the creator of this dish opened this teahouse in 2016 after the closing of the "Shimizu Chaya" tofu store where it is said to have originated.
Tofu mochi has been served on special occasions such as Obon, New Year's, weddings, funerals, etc. The dish consists of grated cotton (momen) tofu, soy sauce, soup stock, etc., added to a pan with oil, cooked over a flame, and served with rice cakes. The combination of the dashi broth-soaked tofu and the oil-soaked, smooth rice cake is an excellent match, and the simple taste is a welcome relief.

A relaxing Japanese-style cafe where you can enjoy freshly pounded rice cakes

The store is located in the center of Nanokaicho, making it an ideal place to stop by during a stroll. The store is known locally as "Mochi Cafe," offering three kinds of rice cakes: "Tofu Mochi," made with a recipe directly from the owner's grandmother, "Tsuyu Mochi," a soup rice cake made in the Aizu region, and "Egomochi," or sesame rice cake, as well as sweets such as "Mochi Parfait.
The freshly pounded rice cakes made in the store are exceptionally sticky and soft. Mochi with handmade sauce or red bean paste, such as Zunda Mochi, Walnut Mochi, and Anko Mochi, are also popular. It is recommended not only as a snack, but also for lunch.

Nanukamachi Chabo Yui

• 1-28 Nanokaicho, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 7 min. walk from JR Nanokaicho Station
• Take a bus from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station and get off at "Shiroki-ya-mae" bus stop. 2 min. walk.
• 10:00-17:00 (L.O.)
• Tuesdays
• 0242-23-7302
• No parking (free parking is available in the Nakamachi Municipal Parking Lot from April to November)

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Aizu Coffee Club

A hideout for adults where you can relax with home-roasted coffee

A coffee salon owned by a lovely madam. Home-roasted coffee is served by hand drip after purchasing and roasting high quality green coffee beans such as "Geisha" from Panama, "Kopi Luwak" and "Hawaii Kona. After roasting, the coffee is served when it is ready to drink, so it has a rich aroma and a fresh flavor without any cloying taste. Two types of homemade cakes using seasonal fruits are available: "Apple and Fig Cake" and "Banana and Fig Cake. Curry and Neapolitan dishes, which appear during lunch hours from 11:00 to 14:00, are also popular.

A space of sophistication and relaxation where the owner's aesthetics come to life

The store is located along Yamato-cho Street, which intersects with Nanuka-machi Street. Although the restaurant started out catering to locals in a corner of a residential area, it has gained a reputation for its taste and comfort, attracting many visitors from far and wide. On the shelf in front of the counter, coffee cups from "Wedgwood" and "Royal Copenhagen" are neatly arranged and selected by the owner according to the customers' needs. From the sound to the lighting to the chairs, you can spend a relaxing time in a space surrounded by high quality items. If you take some coffee beans as a souvenir, the taste and aroma will recreate the time you spent at the cafe.

Aizu Coffee Club

• 11-43 Nisshinmachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 10 min. walk from JR Nanokaicho Station
• Take a bus from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station, get off at Shiroki-ya-mae bus stop, and walk about 7 minutes.
• 11:00-19:00
• Thursdays
• 0242-27-9012
• Free of charge

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Aizu Burger Lucky Smile

Gourmet burgers to enjoy between strolls around town

This gourmet burger joint is loved by locals and tourists alike. The storefront is decorated with English-language road signs and neon beer signs, giving it the feel of a store in a rural American town.
The burger menu is full of unique items made with homemade buns, local vegetables, and special-order coarsely ground beef. The "Aizu Bijin Burger," popular among women, features a bun kneaded with Aizu Koshihikari rice flour and ripe tomatoes. The creamy cheese sauce goes well with the juicy patty and vegetables such as avocado and tomato.

A wide variety of unique burgers that can only be enjoyed here

There are about 15 types of burgers. The menu includes unique local names such as "Bandaisan Burger," "Tsurugajo Burger," and "KOBOSHI Burger. Each burger has different ingredients, sauces, and buns.
Each burger is made to order and the patties are grilled to order, so they are served piping hot. Another secret of the burgers' popularity is that customers can play with nostalgic toys placed on the table while waiting for their burgers to be finished.

Aizu Burger Lucky Smile

• 3-45 Nanokaicho, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 5 min. walk from JR Aizu Nanokaicho Station
• Take a bus from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station and get off at "Nanaichicho Chuo" bus stop.
• 11:00-20:00 (L.O. 19:30)
• Mondays (open if Monday is a national holiday, closed the following day)
• 0242-23-8241
• Free of charge

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Hoshiban Picture Candle Store

Colorful traditional painted candles from the Aizu region

Founded in 1772, this store specializes in picture candles. The ninth generation of the shop's owner, who was an official craftsman of the Aizu domain in the Edo period, continues to preserve the traditional techniques of handmade and hand-painted candles. Picture candles are unique to the Tohoku and Hokushinetsu regions and originated in place of flowers offered at Buddhist altars during the snowy winters. Recently, Western flower designs such as sunflowers and lilies have been actively introduced, and they are also used for celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, New Year's, and festivals.

Experience painting your own one-of-a-kind picture candle

The owner and his family divide the work of making the various picture candles that line the restaurant. In a corner of the restaurant, there is a demonstration corner where visitors can observe the ninth generation of the family making picture candles. Visitors can also make their own original painted candles by making a reservation in advance for a group of two or more people to experience painting. The charm of this experience is that a souvenir pictured candle is included. The materials used are plant wax and Japanese paper wicks. The candles are gentle to the body and the soft light is soothing. The vivid colors and warmth of the candles make them a harmonious interior decoration. It is also recommended as a souvenir.

Hoshiban Picture Candle Shop

• 3-33 Nanokaicho, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 3 minutes walk from JR Nana-nichi-machi Station
• Take a bus from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station, get off at Nanokaicho-mae bus stop, and walk 3 minutes.
• 9:00 - 18:00, Experience - 16:00
• December 31-January 3
• Painting Experience: Adults: 1,870 yen (2 pieces), Elementary, junior high, and high school students: 900 yen (1 piece)
• 0242-27-1873
• Free (1 car) *For those using the Nanokaicho Roman Deck Parking, there is a 30-minute free service ticket for purchases over 3,000 yen.)
• For details on the Painting Experience, check the official website.

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Fukunishi Sohei Shoten

Offering Aizu lacquerware that incorporates tradition and modernity

Aizu Nuri is a long-established Aizu lacquerware manufacturer and wholesaler that was established in 1919 as a branch of the Fukunishi Honke family, a merchant family that has continued for thirteen generations since the Edo period. The company offers two types of lacquerware: the "Sobei Series," which conveys traditional Aizu lacquerware, and the "Modern Series," which fits modern lifestyles. The popular "Dessert Cup" is a colorful cup that incorporates the Aizu-nuri technique and is a convenient item that can be used to hold yogurt or ice cream or as a small bowl for cooking. The Uchikin finish gives them a glamorous look, making them perfect for gifts and celebrations.

Don't miss the gallery displaying valuable Aizu lacquerware

Facing Nanuka-machi Street, the store is brightly lit with glass walls and has a casual, easy-to-enter atmosphere. The shop offers a wide variety of standard items such as Aizu lacquerware soup bowls, trays, chopsticks, etc., allowing customers to compare them and carefully examine them. The modern series also offers a variety of high quality items that showcase the craftsmanship of artisans, and there is a full lineup of lacquerware for everyday use, including cups and cutlery. They are easy to clean and make great souvenirs. The store also has a gallery in a renovated warehouse, displaying gorgeous Aizu lacquerware. Visitors can view these valuable items free of charge and spend a rich time here.

Fukunishi Sohei Shoten

• 1-1-45 Omachi, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 10 min. walk from JR Nanokaicho Station
• Take a bus from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station and get off at "Shiroki-ya-mae" bus stop.
• 9:30-17:30
• Closed during the year-end and New Year's holidays and on occasional holidays.
• 0242-27-0845
• Contracted Parking (NPC24H Omachi 1-chome Parking, Aizuwakamatsu) is available.

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Aizu no Utsuwa Koubou Suzuran

Stylish glassware with lacquer coating is available.

Located in front of the Nanokaicho Roman Deck Parking. The concept of the shop is to offer cute lacquer ware that can be used casually every day. All products are original designs handmade in the workshop. Using a unique technique, they have succeeded in applying lacquer coating to glass, creating a lineup of unique vessels. The store is colorfully laid out with glasses, cups, plates, chopsticks, sake cups, etc., making it exciting just to look around.

The secret of the popularity of Aizu lacquerware is that it has a texture not found in conventional Aizu lacquerware.

While vermilion and black are the standard colors for lacquerware, blue, orange, and other colorful shades are also available, which is a characteristic of the technique used to apply lacquer to glass. Cherry blossoms and navy blue, which are difficult to make with colored lacquer, also come in beautiful colors. Lame-filled products are also available, and their texture, which is not found in wooden Aizu lacquerware, is also appealing. Lacquerware may seem difficult to handle, but because it is made of glass, it can be washed with ordinary dishwashing detergent and is very durable. It is a fun place to spend time looking for your favorites, whether as gifts or for yourself.

Aizu Utsuwa Koubou Suzuran

• 3-29 Nanokaicho, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture MAP
• 6 minutes drive from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station
• Take a bus from JR Aizuwakamatsu Station, get off at "Shichinichicho Eki-mae" and walk about 1 minute.
• Open 12:30-17:00, Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays from 11:00
• Mondays (closed the following day if Monday is a national holiday) Year-end and New Year holidays
• 0242-85-6654
• No parking (use the Nanokaicho Roman Deck Parking lot *Free 30-minute service coupon for purchases over 2,000 yen)

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Bandaisan Onsen Hotel by Hoshino Resorts

An inn where you can fully enjoy Aizu culture and stay active all year round

Bandaisan Onsen Hotel by Hoshino Resorts is located in a place where "Bandaisan," one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, towers in front of you and Lake Inawashiro shines like a mirror below. With a heated swimming pool, spa, and hot springs, guests can enjoy a stay that brings them into contact with the unknown culture of Aizu. You can stay active from the season of fresh green to the season of blazing autumn leaves and deep snow. Enjoy a highland resort stay amidst magnificent nature and the changing seasons.

Bandaisan Onsen Hotel by Hoshino Resorts

• 6838-68 Kiyomizu-Hirazu, Sarashina, Bandai-cho, Yama-gun, Fukushima MAP
• 15 min. by free shuttle bus from JR Bandai-cho Station
• 050-3134-8094（Reservation center/9:30-18:00)
• Bandaisan Onsen Hotel by Hoshino Resorts Reservation Site