Things to Do in Futaba (双葉町), Fukushima: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 25, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Futaba (双葉町) in Fukushima Prefecture (Tohoku, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Higakure Yama (日隠山), Jūman Yama (十万山), Higashiō Mori (東大森) and served by Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) via the regional hub at Koriyama & Fukushima Stations (Tohoku Shinkansen). Set at 52 m elevation (37.4436°N, 140.9758°E), Futaba offers travelers a base for sampling regional Kitakata shoyu ramen, Kozuyu (Aizu scallop & vegetable lacquerware soup), Wappa-meshi (steamed cedar-box rice) cuisine and exploring neighboring Ōkuma (大熊町) (5.3 km), Tomioka (富岡町) (10.5 km), Namie (浪江町) (12.8 km), Naraha (楢葉町) (18.2 km).

As of March 2011, the entire population was evacuated as a result of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster. However in the decade since then, 3% of the town has been open to visitors and residents, with the first residents returning on a permanent basis as of February 2022. Set across coastal plains and river valleys at 52 m elevation in Fukushima Prefecture, Futaba is anchored by local landmarks including Higakure Yama (日隠山), Jūman Yama (十万山), Higashiō Mori (東大森) and connects to neighboring Ōkuma, Tomioka, Namie via Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km). Within Fukushima Prefecture, Futaba (双葉町) serves as a town (町) in fukushima prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Samurai castle town of Aizu-Wakamatsu, thatched Edo post town of Ouchijuku, volcanic lakes of Urabandai & Mount Bandai, and historic Higashiyama & Iizaka onsen.

What to See & Do in Futaba (双葉町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Futaba (双葉町) from Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) at 52 m elevation (37.4436°N, 140.9758°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Futaba):

• Higakure Yama (日隠山) — local sightseeing landmark near Futaba (双葉町).
• Jūman Yama (十万山) — local sightseeing landmark near Futaba (双葉町).
• Higashiō Mori (東大森) — local sightseeing landmark near Futaba (双葉町).
• Ōtakine Yama (大滝根山) — local sightseeing landmark near Futaba (双葉町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Futaba: Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) (connecting to Koriyama & Fukushima Stations (Tohoku Shinkansen)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Futaba

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Futaba (双葉町) and Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Fukushima Prefecture and Tohoku:

• Ōkuma (大熊町) — 5.3 km from Futaba (Fukushima Prefecture)
• Tomioka (富岡町) — 10.5 km from Futaba (Fukushima Prefecture)
• Namie (浪江町) — 12.8 km from Futaba (Fukushima Prefecture)
• Naraha (楢葉町) — 18.2 km from Futaba (Fukushima Prefecture)
• Katsurao (葛尾村) — 19 km from Futaba (Fukushima Prefecture)

Getting to Futaba & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Futaba (双葉町) via Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km): 1h 20m–1h 35m from Tokyo Station on the JR Tohoku Shinkansen Yamabiko/Tsubasa to Shin-Shirakawa, Koriyama, or Fukushima. From Koriyama & Fukushima Stations (Tohoku Shinkansen), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) to reach central Futaba (37.4436°N, 140.9758°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Fukushima with Futaba (双葉町) and neighboring Ōkuma, Tomioka, Namie. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Futaba, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Day-trippers stopping in Futaba between Fukushima and Ōkuma can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Futaba: While Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) anchors public transit for Futaba, picking up a rental car at Koriyama & Fukushima Stations (Tohoku Shinkansen) makes it easy to link Higakure Yama (日隠山) and Jūman Yama (十万山) with nearby Ōkuma (大熊町) (5.3 km), Tomioka (富岡町) (10.5 km), Namie (浪江町) (12.8 km), Naraha (楢葉町) (18.2 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Futaba (双葉町) & Fukushima

Dining near Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) and across Futaba (双葉町) highlights the regional food culture of Fukushima Prefecture and Tohoku. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Futaba:

• Kitakata shoyu ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Futaba (双葉町) and Fukushima Prefecture.
• Kozuyu (Aizu scallop & vegetable lacquerware soup) — regional specialty enjoyed across Futaba (双葉町) and Fukushima Prefecture.
• Wappa-meshi (steamed cedar-box rice) — regional specialty enjoyed across Futaba (双葉町) and Fukushima Prefecture.
• Fukushima white peaches — regional specialty enjoyed across Futaba (双葉町) and Fukushima Prefecture.
• Enban gyoza (disc-shaped pan-fried dumplings) — regional specialty enjoyed across Futaba (双葉町) and Fukushima Prefecture.

If you are dining in Futaba (双葉町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km).

Where to Stay in Futaba (双葉町)

Visitors staying overnight in Futaba (双葉町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km), or base at major rail hubs in Fukushima (Koriyama & Fukushima Stations (Tohoku Shinkansen)) or neighboring Ōkuma, Tomioka, Namie for quick train access into Futaba. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Futaba & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Futaba (双葉町, 52 m elevation at 37.4436°N, 140.9758°E): Mid-April for Miharu Takizakura & Tsuruga Castle blossoms; July–October for Bandai-Azuma skyline and Goshikinuma five-colored lakes; winter for Aizu snow.

Wider sightseeing across Fukushima Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Higakure Yama (日隠山) in Futaba (双葉町) includes: Samurai castle town of Aizu-Wakamatsu, thatched Edo post town of Ouchijuku, volcanic lakes of Urabandai & Mount Bandai, and historic Higashiyama & Iizaka onsen.

Practical Travel Tips for Futaba (双葉町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Futaba: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Koriyama & Fukushima Stations (Tohoku Shinkansen) or Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) for local bus schedules to Higakure Yama (日隠山) and walking maps of Futaba (双葉町).
• Cash & ATMs in Futaba: Convenience stores and major hotels around Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Higakure Yama (日隠山) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Futaba accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Futaba: Around Futaba Station (双葉駅) (2.9 km) and neighboring Ōkuma, Tomioka, Namie, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.