In February 2026, as snow falls and the spring sunlight occasionally shines through, we report on the "lifetime memories" woven by three families in the spacious interior of the luxury Alphard on the Aizu road.
1. A Valentine’s Gift: The "Story of Two" in Snowy Aizu
The couple from Sendai just had their wedding in Hawaii last year. It became a special day to deepen their love in the crisp winter air of Aizu.
Experience the homely warmth at "Suzunoi Sake Brewery"
At the local small sake brewery "Suzunoi Sake Brewery", we enjoyed tasting sake with the president's handmade "takuan" as a side dish. The "handmade hospitality" with local people, which cannot be experienced in large tourist spots, is the essence of our journey.
The surprise of the abandoned school café and the snowy Ouchi-juku
The "Aizu Jiigozaka Gakusha" in Shimogo Town is a nostalgic space utilizing an abandoned school. While enjoying a limited Valentine's menu here, we were pleasantly surprised by a commemorative photo taken by a photographer who happened to be there.
In the afternoon "Ouchi-juku Snow Festival", we intentionally got out of the car to stroll.
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"It was actually more enjoyable to walk leisurely together."
The relaxed sensibility of the two transformed the journey into a richer experience.
2. Aizu Retro Chic — A high-quality adult trip where tradition and modernity intersect.
Parents and daughter from Yamagata Prefecture. It became a journey that satisfied their intellectual curiosity by touching on the "stories" deep within the region.
VIP experience at Homare Sake Brewery and the true face of Ouchi-juku
At "Homare Sake Brewery" in Kitakata City, we toured with VIP treatment while overlooking a beautiful Japanese garden. Additionally, in Ouchi-juku, which retains the atmosphere of the Edo period, we savored the local specialty "Negi Soba". The warmth of interaction with the locals, such as being shown a special attic in the house where we dined, brought a youthful smile to the mother’s face.
Touching the depths of history during travel time
🚗 A guide narrates the hidden stories of Aizu's history.
- Aizu's Buddhist Women: A role as a place for interaction among the village brides.
- Hidden Christian Faith: Prayers to the statue of Mary entrusted to Koyasu Kannon.
I was deeply moved by the weight of history, thinking, "I had no idea such a background existed for a hall that feels like a fairy tale."
3. A step forward into the future. Celebrating "Departure Day" in Kitakata.
The family visiting from Yokohama is celebrating their second son's high school graduation and university admission. It's a journey to experience "real culture" suitable for such an important milestone.
Kitakata's symbol: "Sakanai Shokudo" and the aesthetics of warehouses.
The main goal is the famous Kitakata ramen shop, "Sakanai Shokudo." Even the 90-minute wait was enjoyed as a "prologue to a special bowl," highlighting the family's bond. After the meal, we strolled through the warehouse town, learning about the status of merchants from the differences in plaster and brick construction, and experiencing a moment of cultural depth.
Tips for walking in a snowy country! To the mystical Goshikinuma.
The conclusion of the journey is to the mysterious "Goshikinuma."
⛄ Professional Insight: Tips for walking in a snowy country.
While being mindful of not wearing snowshoes, I shared tips for walking in a snowy country, such as "putting strength in your heels and stepping firmly," allowing everyone to safely enjoy the fantastical views of Yanagihara and Aonuma.
At the end of the journey: A single "thread" weaving memories of life.
Without overloading the schedule, cherish the conversations and interests that arise in the moment. The shopkeeper's smile and the sky looked up at with a chance encounter become a single thread woven into the customer's life. The "thread of travel" will continue to deliver such experiences.
