Ibaraki

Tochigi Prefecture is located north of Tokyo and is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and scenic nature. Popular destinations include Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Ashikaga, famous for its seasonal flower displays and beautiful landscapes.

Ibaraki Travel Guide

Areas / Cities in Ibaraki

Mt. Tsukuba

A scenic mountain area popular for hiking and panoramic views.

• Mount Tsukuba Summit
• Tsukuba Shrine
• Ropeway & Cable Car

Mito

A historic city known for gardens and seasonal flowers.

• Kairakuen Garden
• Mito Castle Ruins
• Kodokan

Ushiku

A quiet area known for one of the tallest Buddha statues in the world.

• Ushiku Daibutsu
• Ushiku Nature Park
• Seasonal flower gardens

Best Things to Do in Ibaraki

Ibaraki offers a mix of nature, history, and unique attractions just a short trip from Tokyo.

• Visit Ushiku Daibutsu – Ushiku
• Hike Mount Tsukuba – Tsukuba
• Visit Tsukuba Shrine – Tsukuba
• Walk through Kairakuen Garden – Mito
• Explore Mito Castle Ruins – Mito
• Hitachinaka Seaside Park – Hitachinaka
• Nakaminato Seafood Market – Nakaminato
• Oarai jinja shrine – Oarai

あわせて読みたい

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Ibaraki Food Guide

Ibaraki is known for its fresh produce and local specialties.

• Natto – Mito
• Ankimo (monkfish liver) – Ibaraki coast
• Sweet potatoes – Ibaraki
• Melon – Ibaraki
• Soba Noodle – Ibaraki
• Local seafood – Ibaraki

あわせて読みたい

Ibaraki Signature Food – Anglerfish, Hitachi Gyu Beef, Soba, Melon, Sweet Potato, etc. Do you know some signature foods from/in Ibaraki, Japan? It has ocean, good weather for agriculture, and etc. there so that they have been producing a lot of...

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