This is my private website to introduce the Tadami line (只見線 Tadami sen) in Fukushima Prefecture in Japan.
I was born and raised in a town the Tadami line runs through, and as I want to introduce this railway to people all over the world, I made this website in English.
The Tadami Line is a Japanese local railway that connects the city of Aizuwakamatsu(会津若松) in the Aizu (会津) region, Fukushima with the city of Uonuma (魚沼), Niigata Prefecture.
Aizu is a rural area but has a large number of typically Japanese sightseeing spots and souvenirs, including a samurai castle, historic temples and shrines, hot springs, sake, and traditional crafts.
I really recommend the Tadami line to the people who want to see not only Japanese cities but also the countryside.
There is good countryside in various regions in Japan, but if you take this railway, you can enjoy seeing local scenery while being on the train.
That will surely please you.
I think the Tadami line is a railway that can be enjoyed regardless of age, gender or nationality.
It can be said that this is a good unknown spot in Japan for visitors from abroad.
Unfortunately, however, a heavy flood struck this region and caused the collapse of some bridges in July 2011.
As you may already know, 2011 is the year that the Great East Japan earthquake and a related nuclear power plant accident happened. This year was really terrible for us.
The section between Aizu-Kawaguchi (会津川口)and Tadami (只見) that was damaged by the big flood is still closed.
In addition, Aizu has problems such as declining birth rates, an aging population and a decrease in regional power.
It is possible that these problems may even be relevant in your country as well.
However, the recovery and reconstruction of the local railway will lead to local development and revitalization.
If you have an interest in how the area will change in the future through this website, I will be very happy!
By the way, I'm Lintaro Tadami.
I will present this website with hope for the future of Fukushima, my hometown, and other rural areas, including those overseas, where there are people who want to treasure their lands forever and live a good life there.
Thank you.
11th May 2018