Central Japan has Mount Fuji, Fukushima has Mount Bandai: thought of as a relative of its more famous counterpart. Bandaisan might not have all the fame of its sibling, but what does have is fantastic hiking, lush greenery, and outstanding winter sports.
At 1816 meters high, the mountain offers a respectable challenge for experienced hikers. There are two main sides to approach from, each with unique characteristics. The north side is rougher — a result of the volcanic explosion of 1888 — while the south side remains relatively untouched. The most common route to the top is the Happodai trail, which takes around 2.5 hours and wins you fantastic panoramic views.
If you’re more interested in speedy descents than picturesque ascents, then head along to Mount Bandai’s ski resort, which benefits from a nice level of powder snow. Winter is best for adrenaline and action, but if you’d prefer to spend your time on Mount Bandai in quiet contemplation, then the beautiful foliage of fall will provide a fantastic backdrop.
No matter which time of the year you visit, the Fuji of Aizu has plenty to offer.

日本中部有富士山，福岛有磐梯山：磐梯山被认为是富士山的亲戚。磐梯山的名气可能不如它的同胞兄弟，但它却拥有绝妙的徒步旅行、郁郁葱葱的树木和出色的冬季运动。
班台山海拔 1816 米，对于有经验的徒步旅行者来说是一个不小的挑战。登山路线主要有两条，各有特色。北面由于 1888 年的火山爆发而变得崎岖不平，而南面则相对未受破坏。最常见的登顶路线是八宝台步道，耗时约 2.5 小时，可欣赏到绝妙的全景。
如果您对快速下山而非风景如画的上山更感兴趣，那么可以前往磐梯山的滑雪场，那里的雪质非常好。冬季最适合刺激的运动，但如果您更喜欢在磐梯山静静地沉思，那么秋季美丽的红叶将为您提供绝佳的背景。
无论您在一年中的哪个季节来访，会津的富士山都会给您带来很多乐趣。

会津的富士山可能没有日本中部的富士山那么有名，但它拥有众多自然景观，包括远足路径和滑雪胜地。       

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富士山的北部亲戚更加崎岖、更加绿色，可以说是更有趣的攀登。

The Fuji of Aizu might not be as famous as its central-Japan counterpart, but it has natural splendor in droves including hiking trails and a ski resort.       

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The name of Fukushima Prefecture has some unfortunate associations given recent history, but the area is so much more than its past trauma. Against the odds, this part of Japan has made a stunning recovery, and is restored to its former glory as a hub of history, nature, and agriculture.

The prefecture is dominated by mountains, with its cities and towns — including the capital, Fukushima City — resting in the basins and valleys between. These places were once hubs of samurai culture, and they’re still dedicated to preserving the horse-riding traditions of their ancestors even now. You’ll find plenty of charming castle towns just packed with history dotted around the region, one of the best being Tsurugajo Castle.

In the middle of Fukushima, you’ll find the formidable Inawashiro Lake, which stretches across a full 100 square kilometers. Here and throughout its many mountains are some excellent spots for natural beauty and adventure, such as the Tadami Bridge Viewpoint, dozens of fantastic parks, and the picturesque Higashiyama Onsen town. Winter sports are also very much on the cards too, with a generous amount of snowfall blanketing the mountains each year.

The remarkable speed with which Fukushima has bounced back from disaster, and begun to truly flourish, is testament to the spirit and fortitude of its people — these are samurai folk, after all!

鉴于最近的历史，福岛县这个名字让人联想到一些不幸的事情，但该地区的意义远不止于过去的创伤。在逆境中，日本的这一地区实现了惊人的复苏，恢复了昔日的辉煌，成为历史、自然和农业的中心。

福岛县以山脉为主，其城市和城镇（包括首府福岛市）位于山脉之间的盆地和山谷中。这些地方曾经是武士文化的中心，直到现在，他们仍然致力于传承祖先的骑马传统。在这一地区，您会发现许多充满历史气息的迷人城下町，鹤城就是其中的佼佼者。

在福岛中部，您会发现绵延 100 平方公里的猪苗代湖。这里有许多山脉，其中不乏自然美景和探险胜地，如忠见桥观景台、数十个梦幻般的公园和风景如画的东山温泉镇。冬季运动也是福岛的一大特色，每年大量的降雪会覆盖整个山区。

福岛以惊人的速度从灾难中恢复过来，并开始真正的繁荣，这证明了福岛人民的精神和毅力，毕竟他们是武士！

福岛是一片群山环抱、湖泊密布的土地，自然风光优美，文化底蕴深厚，拥有众多历史悠久的武士城镇和传统文化。                       

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本州历史最悠久的都道府县之一，是一个能从灾难中顽强反弹的地区--来这里探索武士文化的丰富内涵吧。

A land of mountains and lakes, Fukushima has a wealth of natural beauty and cultural credentials, with home to many historic samurai towns and traditions.                       

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Mount Fuji’s northern relative is more rugged, greener, and arguably a more entertaining climb.

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