FUKUSHIMA HAMADORI COASTAL AREA

Welcome to Hamadori Virtual Tour

Enjoy this virtual, in-depth tour of the many interesting places waiting for visitors along the eastern coast of Fukushima Prefecture.

The Great East Japan Earthquake and Nuclear Disaster Memorial Museum

Learn about the tragic earthquake and tsunami disaster of March 2011 and the subsequent nuclear power plant accident. This museum features audiovisual and hands-on exhibits as well as personal stories of residents who experienced the event.

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Remains of the earthquake-Ukedo Elementary School in Namie Town

Visit a school building that was largely destroyed by the tsunami of March 11, 2011. The students and staff survived, and it has been left to symbolize the destructive power of nature and human’s ability to survive.

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FUTABA Art District

View this series of wall murals in the town of Futaba. Launched in 2020, the FUTABA Art District is an ambitious program that proves the power of mural art and depicts wishes for a bright future.

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Virtual Tour Tips

  • Click on the arrows to navigate in each location, or move to the next one. Navigation between locations can also be done using the map in the upper right corner or the thumbnails on the left.
  • Click on the i (information) icon for more information. Click on the camera icon for a close-up photo.

Please note

  • This site includes images of severe damage from the earthquake and tsunami. Some people may find these disturbing.