When people think of Fukushima, they probably think of all the wrong things. In 2011 the region was hit by a devastating earthquake that triggered a tsunami, the impact of which was the meltdown of a major nuclear power plant. However, while people are still advised to keep at least 20km away from the remains of the power plant, most of the region remains unaffected and has a huge amount to offer tourists. Autumn is especially beautiful, so be sure to stop off here if you're planning on heading north.