waterfall
Fukuroda Falls
A 120 m cascade descending in four broad tiers over a rock face, reached by a tunnel and lift to several viewing decks. In hard winters the whole face can freeze.
51 km · about 60 min drive
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Kitasugama
Fukushima, Japan · Asia
About Kitasugama
Kitasugama sits on the route: 15 minutes from Ishikawa, 59km from Bandai-Azuma Skyline.
Kitasugama is in Fukushima, Japan, with about 6,400 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Ishikawa, about 8 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Kitasugama?
Within an hour or so of Kitasugama: Fukuroda Falls (51 km), Bandai-Azuma Skyline (59 km).
Are there any good drives near Kitasugama?
The nearest famous roads are Bandai-Azuma Skyline, Irohazaka Winding Road and Zao Echo Line.
Where is Kitasugama?
Kitasugama is in Fukushima, Japan, about 8 km from Ishikawa.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 6,392
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Fukushima
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 37.2204, 140.4534
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Worth the detour from Kitasugama
2 notable places within an hour's drive.
famous road
Bandai-Azuma Skyline
A 29 km volcanic sightseeing road in Fukushima cresting at 1,622 m beside the smoking crater of Mount Azuma-kofuji. Lunar landscapes, sulphur vents and huge Tohoku views from the Jododaira plateau.
59 km · about 70 min drive
Driving roads near Kitasugama
3 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 59 kmBandai-Azuma SkylineA 29 km volcanic sightseeing road in Fukushima cresting at 1,622 m beside the smoking crater of Mount Azuma-kofuji. Lunar landscapes, sulphur vents and huge Tohoku views from the Jododaira plateau.
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