In the spring of 2026, Inawashiro will become the "wind". From March 20, the fastest ever! Ina-chari" and electric kickboards will be in operation from March 20, the fastest ever! In conjunction with the Fukushima Destination Campaign, Next generation ride through the trinity of lingering snow, cherry blossoms, and lakes will be opened!

In conjunction with the "Fukushima Destination Campaign (Fukushima DC)" which will start on April 1, 2026, Inawashiro Tourism Association (Inawashiro Town, Yama-gun, Fukushima Prefecture; Chairman: Isao Kanda) has started the operation of rental bicycle "Inachari" and electric kick-board, which will be the core of secondary transportation in the town, in fiscal 2026. The "Inachari" bicycle rental service, which will serve as the core of the town's secondary transportation system, began operation on March 20, 2026 (Friday, national holiday), much earlier than in previous years.

Inawashiro Lake Cycling Road Rental Cycle

Key points of the project

1. Unusually early start: The rental business, which usually starts in April, will start on March 20 to meet the accelerated tourism demand.

　　　　　　　　　　　1. Unusually early start: The rental business, which usually starts in April, was brought forward from March 20 (national holiday) to meet the earlier start of tourism demand.

2. Linkage with Fukushima DC: Special trains will be operated in cooperation with East Japan Railway Company, and a "cycle ship (cycle ship)" will be operated by boat across Lake Inawashiro.

　　　　　　　　　　　2. Linkage with Fukushima DC: Reinforcement of wide-area excursions, such as special train services in cooperation with JR East and "Ina-ship," a boat ride across Lake Inawashiro.

3. Expansion of the latest mobility: A total of six types of mobility vehicles, including electric kickboards that do not require a driver's license and electric cross bikes that can be used for long-distance travel, will be introduced.

　　　　　　　　　　　Electric kickboards, electric cross bikes for long-distance travel, and more than 30 vehicles of six types in total.

4. Trinity of spectacular scenery: "lingering snow of Bandai," "blue of Lake Inawashiro," and "pink of cherry blossoms.

　　　　　　　　　　　Establishment of a secondary transportation network that connects the "lingering snow of Mt.

Background: Making travel itself an entertainment experience

In the spring of 2026, Fukushima Prefecture will launch a large-scale tourism campaign under the theme "Wind of Happiness Fukushima. In order for visitors to literally experience this "wind" firsthand, the town of Inawashiro is strengthening its micro-mobility strategy, starting from JR Inawashiro Station. Stress-free and environmentally friendly electric mobility vehicles will connect the narrow roads lined with cherry trees that are inaccessible by car and the hilly terrain of ranches that are difficult to access on foot.

Aerial view of Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Bandai

■ Spring 2026 Featured Measures

1. "Spring Advance Use Campaign" limited to March and April

Special rates will be offered prior to the arrival of full-blown spring. Reasonable rates of 1,000 yen for regular bicycles and 1,000 yen for electric kickboards (1 hour) and up will encourage students and families on graduation trips and spring break to make the rounds. 2.

2. access to the Kanonji River "Seven-Colored Night Cherry Blossoms

Kanonji River, one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Tohoku (expected blooming time: mid-April~), will be illuminated in seven colors using LED technology starting this year. By using an electric kickboard from in front of the station, you can avoid the crowded parking lot and glide smartly along the fantastic nighttime cherry blossom corridor.

3. cooperation with "Cycle Ship (Inaship)" crossing Inawashiro Lake

As a highlight of Fukushima DC, we will operate a regular boat that can carry bicycles. We will offer an "Inaichi (round-the-lake Inawashiro)" experience that even beginners can enjoy by crossing the lake by boat and riding a bicycle on the way back home.

Electric kickboard with Mt.

Service details (2026 version)

Rental office: Inawashiro Tourist Association (adjacent to JR Inawashiro Station)

Main models and fees: (Special price for March and April)(*500 yen increase on weekends and holidays)

　　　　　　　　Electric kickboard: 1,000 yen per hour (16 years and older, no license required)

　　　　　　　　Electric cross bike: 3,000 yen/day (maximum distance of 100 km)

　　　　　　　　Electric bicycles: 2,000 yen/day (comfortable on hills)

Reservations ： Advance reservations for specific vehicles are available on the official website.

■ Future Prospects

Starting with this spring policy, Inawashiro Town will establish a brand as "a town with spectacular scenery touring by mobility" throughout the year. By promoting the use of electric mobility vehicles that do not emit exhaust gas, the town aims to improve the satisfaction level of stay-and-go tourism while preserving the rich natural environment of Bandai Asahi National Park.

Outline of the organization

Organization: Inawashiro Tourism Association

Location: 1-4, Ogida, Chiyoda, Inawashiro-cho, Yama-gun, Fukushima 969-3133, Japan

Representative: Isao Kanda, Chairman

Establishment : 1995

URL ： https://www.bandaisan.or.jp/

Activities: Promotion of tourism in Inawashiro area, development of tourism resources, improvement of secondary transportation