Bandai-Azuma Skyline (Jododaira)

Bandai Azuma Skyline (Jododaira)

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A breathtaking viewpoint on the Bandai-Azuma Skyline! From Jododaira, at an elevation of 1600m, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the majestic Azuma mountain range and the desolate landscape formed by volcanic eruptions. It feels like you've stepped into another world.

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HighlightsBreathtaking views from 1600m above sea level
Desolate landscape formed by volcanic eruptions
Snow Corridor in spring
Alpine flowers in summer
Autumn foliage

Basic Information

Address: Washinoyama, Tsuchiyu Onsen-cho, Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Fukushima

Access: 【Car】 From Fukushima-Nishi IC on the Tohoku Expressway: 29km, approximately 1 hour From Fukushima-Iizaka IC on the Tohoku Expressway: 31km, approximately 1 hour From Fukushima-Oosasae IC on the Tohoku Chuo Expressway: 30km, approximately 45 minutes 【Rental Car/Taxi】 From Fukushima Station West Exit, use a rental car or taxi (34.5km to Jododaira, approximately 1 hour) 【Bus】 Bandai-Azuma Skyline sightseeing tour bus (irregular operation until November 6, 2023) Show route

Op.Hours: Jododaira Visitor Center 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Cld.Days: The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is closed during the winter season. *Closed from November 11th, 2023, 8:00 AM to mid-April 2024.

Fee: The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is toll-free. Jododaira Parking Lot 300 spaces (fee applies) ・Motorcycle: ¥200 ・Car: ¥500 ・Minibus: ¥1,000 ・Large Bus: ¥2,000

INFO: This is a mountain road, so traffic restrictions may be implemented due to weather conditions or increased volcanic alert levels. Please check the traffic information before you go. Bandai-Azuma Skyline Traffic Information Asamayama Area Live Camera (External Link) Volcanic Gas Measurement Data (External Link) Volcanic Alert Level (External Link)

HP: https://www.pref.fukushima.lg.jp/sec/17015/sky-jododaira.html

Overview

The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is a scenic 29km-long road running from Takayu Onsen to Tsuchiyu Onsen in Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture. This popular drive course traverses the Azuma mountain range, offering magnificent views throughout the year thanks to its high elevation. Jododaira, located at the midway point, is a high-altitude area at approximately 1600m above sea level, featuring a stark, desolate landscape created by volcanic activity. The breathtaking panoramic views are awe-inspiring, making you feel as though you've arrived in a foreign land. In spring, the "Snow Corridor," revealed as the snow melts, captivates visitors. Summer brings a vibrant display of alpine flowers, painting the mountains in vivid colors. Autumn showcases a stunning spectacle of fiery reds and yellows as beech and maple trees ablaze with color, attracting many visitors to this renowned foliage spot. Winter presents a serene world of snow-covered mountains, a picture of beauty and tranquility. Jododaira features a rest house and visitor center where you can rest and enjoy meals. The surrounding area is also home to many mountains perfect for hiking and climbing, such as Azuma-Ko-Fuji and Issaikei-zan. The Bandai-Azuma Skyline is a highly recommended destination for immersing yourself in nature and enjoying magnificent scenery.