2025 Ibaraki Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

This is on the 𡷑 city line, you need to buy a ticket to enter. Spring is the season of plum blossoms, you can see many plum blossoms in bud, and if you walk further in, you can see many trees that can only be seen in the mountains, such as pine trees, ferns, etc. There are also many bamboos swaying in the forest. The whole park can be visited slowly in about 3 hours. The road is flat and not very steep. It is very suitable for hiking here #亲子好去处 #地方游

❶Ryujin Suspension Bridge 📍2133-6 Tenka-no-cho, Hitachiota, Ibaraki ⁡ ❷Seabirs Cafe 📍1-3-20 Asahi-cho, Hitachi, Ibaraki ⁡ ❸Hitachi Fish Center 📍5779-24 Minato-cho, Hitachi, Ibaraki ⁡ ❹Hitachi Seaside Park 📍605-4 Onuma, Umadori, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki ⁡ ❺Kaitsuka, Kasumigaura Main Store, Storehouse-Delivered Sweet Potatoes 📍517 Jizo-mae, Owada, Kasumigaura, Ibaraki ⁡ ❻Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Tsukuba Space Center 📍2-1-1 Sengen, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture *Reservation required ⁡ ❼Ushiku Daibutsu 📍2083 Kunomachi, Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture #Ibaraki Prefecture #Ibaraki Tourism #Couple trip #Cafe hopping #Summer trip #Amazing view #Gourmet trip #Trip with children

: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Because it is by the sea, you can stroll here to enjoy the flowers and feel the sea breeze, which is super romantic. . 🛖 Kairakuen A Japanese garden located in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. Designated as a national historic site and scenic spot (designated as "Tokiwa Park"). Traditionally, it is regarded as one of the three great gardens in Japan along with Korakuen (Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture) and Kenrokuen (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture). . 🌸Tatsunoguchi Cherry Blossom Festival A total of 1,300 meters of lanterns will be decorated at Ryu-no-guchi Water Park and the cherry trees along the Kuji River embankment🏮When lit up at night, you can enjoy the dreamy cherry blossoms wrapped in light🌸 🕐Lighting time: after sunset 📅Holding time: Saturday, March 29, 19:00 to 19:30 Fireworks display🎇 - 💡Chinese local tour operators directly face customers🇯🇵 📝More fun guides are continuously updated~

If there is a place where you can experience the romance of the spring fireworks festival the most, it must be the Tatsunoguchi Sakura Festival Fireworks Festival🌸. The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully with the fireworks~ The cherry blossom petals fall with the fireworks and sprinkle on your hands. It is a romantic spring story unique to Japan🌷 - 🗺️Daily Tour Route 14:20 Ibaraki Seaside Park🦋 16:00 Kairakuen🛖 18:00 Tatsunoguchi Sakura Festival (Fireworks Festival)🌸 . ✨Scenic Spot Experience 🦋Ibaraki Seaside Park The park is very large, covering an area of ​​190 hectares. In the vast sea of ​​flowers💐, the most conspicuous and spectacular are the butterfly flowers and broom grass, which cover the entire hill⛰. There is also a Ferris wheel in the distance🎡. In order to facilitate taking pictures, the park also has a sidewalk so that the composition of the photo will not be destroyed by too many pedestrians. Because it is by the sea, you can stroll here to enjoy the flowers and feel the sea breeze, which is super romantic. . 🛖 Kairakuen A Japanese garden located in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. Designated as a national historic site and scenic spot (designated name: "Tokiwa Park"). It is traditionally regarded as one of the three great gardens in Japan along with Korakuen (Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture) and Kenrokuen (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture). . 🌸Tatsunoguchi Cherry Blossom Festival A total of 1,300 meters of lanterns will be decorated at Ryu-no-guchi Water Park and the cherry trees along the Kuji River embankment🏮When lit up at night, you can enjoy the dreamy cherry blossoms wrapped in light🌸 🕐Lighting time: after sunset 📅Holding time: Saturday, March 29, 19:00 to 19:30 Fireworks display🎇 - 💡Chinese local tour operators directly face customers🇯🇵 📝More fun guides are continuously updated~

🌺🌺 Remember the sweet peas Chihiro carried on the way out with her parents in the Studio Ghibli film *Spirited Away*? Warm and natural. When Chihiro cried sadly, Haku crouched in a field full of azaleas in the Japanese countryside to comfort her. These everyday flowers in Japan bring people closer to nature and allow them to heal in nature.🌺🌺 🌈🌈🌈🌈Great places to explore Japanese flowers 📍Ibaraki Prefecture/Hitachi Seaside Park—Nemophila Approximately 4.2 hectares of Miharashi Hill is covered with about 5.3 million delicate blue nemophila flowers, which look even more brilliant against the azure sky. Strolling through it is like walking on a vibrant blue carpet. 📍Yamanashi Prefecture/Fuji Motosuko Resort—Shibazakura Held annually from mid-April to late May, the "Fuji Shibazakura Festival" is the largest shibazakura spectacle in the Tokyo metropolitan area. The bright shibazakura "carpet" frames the snow-capped Mount Fuji, providing a truly moving experience. 📍Hiroshima Prefecture/Senkoji Park—Wisteria Senkoji Park's cherry blossoms are selected as one of the "100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan," but the wisteria here is also a breathtaking sight. The wisteria hangs like a purple waterfall, swaying in the wind. 📍Saga Prefecture/Daikozenji Temple—Azaleas Daikozenji Temple, home to numerous cultural heritage sites, is also known as the "Azalea Temple" for its colorful azalea blossoms. About 50,000 azaleas bloom from mid-April to early May, filling visitors with joy and wonder. 📍Akita Prefecture/Unchoji Temple—Hydrangeas Ranked first on the list of Japanese scenic spots as a "must-see destination in a lifetime." During the blooming season, the entire temple is transformed into a blue ocean, complementing the beautiful seascape of the nearby Oga Peninsula, creating a breathtaking view.

#DomesticTravelTactics #ShrineVisiting Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, is the number one producer of dried sweet potatoes in Japan! We'd like to introduce you to the "Hoshimo Shrine," which was created with the wish "May you get everything you want!" As you may have noticed, the "Hoshimo" at the "Hoshimo Shrine" is a combination of "dried sweet potato" and "something you want" 👏 The votive plaques at this shrine are in the shape of dried sweet potatoes 🍠 "I want a job offer!" "I want credits!" "I want a girlfriend!", etc., there were lots of things people wanted written on them! Apparently it's a new shrine that was built after the Reiwa era began, and the golden torii gate was indeed shining✨ ⛩️Spot name: Hoshimo Shrine (Horide Shrine) 🕰️Business hours: 10:00-16:00 Open all year round 📍Location: 172-2 Ajigaura-cho, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture 🚘Access: 《Car》5 minutes from Hitachi Seaside Park IC *Regular cars: Approximately 30 spaces Large cars: Parking available (inquire) 《Train》2 minutes walk from Ajigaura Station 🌟Points to note ・There is a cafe on the premises, open from 10:00 to 15:30. ・There is a dried sweet potato vending machine! It's delicious and recommended◎ ・When I went on the weekend morning, there were few visitors, so I was able to enjoy it leisurely♪ #Domestic travel #Drive #Ibaraki sightseeing #Hoshimo Shrine

#JanuaryGoodDestinations2025 #SnowScenery Although Ibaraki Prefecture is often overlooked, it has many attractions and natural beauty worth visiting. A recent trip to Ibaraki allowed me to experience the charm of the area, especially the Fukuroda Falls and Oarai Isosaki Shrine. Fukuroda Falls: A natural wonder that is beautiful in all seasons Fukuroda Falls is located in the upper reaches of the Kuji River and is known as one of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan. When I stood on the observation deck, the waterfall in front of me cascaded down the rock wall like white silk, magnificent. It is said that the waterfall is lush green in spring and summer, surrounded by red leaves in autumn, and forms a spectacular icefall in winter. It was winter when I went there, and when it was frozen, it looked like a black and white ink painting. Walking across the suspension bridge, you can feel the power of the waterfall at a closer distance. The sound of the waterfall is shocking and very healing. The nearby shops sell local specialties, such as tofu and sake made with clear water from the waterfall. The taste is refreshing and pure, and is worth a try. Oarai Isosaki Shrine: Magnificent sea view and sacred atmosphere Oarai Isosaki Shrine is a shrine with a thousand-year history. The most famous is the torii gate facing the sea - "Kamiiso Torii". When we arrived early in the morning, the sun was rising from the Pacific Ocean, and the soft golden light was scattered between the torii and the waves, as if we had entered a mysterious and solemn world. In addition to its religious significance, the scenery of Oarai Isomae Shrine is also unforgettable. Standing on the high platform of the shrine, you can overlook the entire coastline, feel the sea breeze, and feel particularly relaxed. Summary of the Ibaraki trip I felt that Ibaraki was a leisurely and natural place, with the magnificence of the Fukuroda Falls and the sacredness of the Oarai Isomae Shrine, which made people feel calm and full of energy. If I have the chance, I would also like to explore in other seasons to see what these attractions look like in different seasons. We also recommend visiting friends to try local specialties such as natto, sake and seafood, which will surely enrich your trip!

#FuriTabiWinter Introducing sightseeing spots in the naturally rich Ibaraki prefecture ---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.--- ◼︎Fukuroda Falls Located in Daigo Town, this waterfall is 120m high and 73m wide, and is one of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan. The waterfall falls in four tiers down the rock wall, making it very dynamic. ◼︎Ryujin Suspension Bridge This is an iron bridge over Ryujin Gorge, which is listed as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Ibaraki. It is located in Okukuji Prefectural Natural Park. You can also try pansy jumping. ◼︎Kasumigaura City History Museum This is a museum of castle-style architecture that opened in 1987. It displays folk materials related to fishing and agriculture that have supported the lives of the people of Kasumigaura City. ◼︎Ibaraki Airport Easy access from all over northern Kanto, and free parking. By car, it is about 35 minutes from Mito City and about 1 hour from Utsunomiya. Very convenient. #Ibaraki #IbarakiTourism #IbarakiTrip #DomesticTrip #GirlsTrip #SoloTrip

#FuriTabiWinter Introducing sightseeing spots in the naturally rich Ibaraki prefecture ---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.--- ◼︎Izumo Taisha Shrine in Hitachi Province This shrine was built in 1992, with a branch shrine from Izumo Taisha Shrine in Shimane Prefecture, located in Kasama City. The enshrined deity, Okuninushi-no-Okami, is said to have worked hard to build the country together with Sukunahikona-no-Kami of Hitachi Province (present-day Ibaraki Prefecture). ◼︎Sakai Castle Ruins A castle from the Warring States period in Bando City. The castle ruins have been turned into a park, and the turrets, earthen walls, turret gates, and wooden bridges have been restored, but these were restored based on excavation surveys. ◼︎Oda Castle Ruins Remains Restoration Square This is a flat castle located south of Mount Hokyozan in Tsukuba City It is said to have been built in 1185 A pond and other features have been restored within the remains of the main castle, surrounded by moats and earthworks ◼︎Joso City Community Center A building in Joso City that imitates a castle tower It is commonly known as Toyota Castle and is 48.5 meters tall The name comes from the fact that the Toyota clan, who ruled this region from the end of the Heian period to the Sengoku period, built a castle along the Kogai River and was called Toyota Castle #Ibaraki #IbarakiTourism #IbarakiTrip #Temples & Shrines #DomesticTrip #GirlsTrip #SoloTrip

#FuriTabiWinter Here are some recommended spots to eat around Ibaraki I hope it helps ---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.---.𖥔 ݁˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.--- ◼︎RISTORANTE YOSHIMI (Ristorante Yoshimi) A hidden Italian restaurant in Sakamon-cho, Mito City The owner chef prepares each dish with care ◼︎Tsukimachinotakimomijian A restaurant where you can enjoy stone-ground soba noodles and home-roasted coffee while watching the waterfall in the nature of Okukuji, located in Daigo-machi You can enter behind Tsukimachinotaki without getting wet ◼︎Kurino Kaoru A food truck serves freshly squeezed Mont Blanc made with Japanese chestnuts from Kasama ◼︎China Terrace Goken A Chinese restaurant located on the grounds of the Mito Art Museum, supervised by Igarashi Miyuki ◼︎Raratei Serves carefully selected Hitachi beef sourced from quality producers About 3 minutes by car from Mito Interchange #Ibaraki #IbarakiTourism #IbarakiTrip #Gourmet #GourmetTrip #DomesticTrip #GirlsTrip #SoloTrip

#GlobalTravel When it comes to the suburbs of Tokyo, many people will think of Kamakura or Kawaguchiko, but don't forget Ibaraki Prefecture in the northern part of Kanto! It is about an hour's drive from Tokyo and the transportation is very convenient. Ibaraki Prefecture, which for many years ranked last in terms of attractiveness among Japan's prefectures, has been actively developing its tourism industry in recent years, and there are now many unforgettable attractions! In spring and autumn, you can see the most famous scenery in Ibaraki - the butterfly flowers and broom grass in the Hitachi Seaside Park. When I visited in winter, the most unforgettable thing was to enjoy the magnificent view of the sea torii at "Oarai Isomae Shrine". That night, I stayed in a hot spring hotel "Nishima Tourist Hotel" on the seaside. It was also very memorable to enjoy the sea view while soaking in the hot spring. 📍Address: Ibaraki

This shrine is pretty small but the location is at the seaside and the torii gate is at the seaside so it is kind of unique. Due to its unique location, this place is not so convenient to reach and therefore this is less touristy. Most of the people reach here self drive or join a day tour. #kanto #oaraiisosakishrine ##oarai #toriigate #ibaraki

📍 Itinerary Overview 🚩 Sightseeing Route 🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions 🚇 Transportation 📷 Photo Spots 🍜 Local Cuisine 🏠 Accommodation 1.Sanuki Green Hotel 💡 Tips

Ibaraki Prefecture is an often-overlooked destination in Japan, but it offers a unique mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and scientific innovation. Known for its expansive parks, like Hitachi Seaside Park with its mesmerizing seasonal flower displays, Ibaraki provides some of the most stunning natural scenery in the country. Mount Tsukuba, a popular hiking destination, also offers breathtaking views and a spiritual connection through its ancient shrines. Ibaraki’s reputation as a hub for science and technology, especially with Tsukuba Science City, adds a modern and forward-thinking dynamic to the region. It’s a place where innovation thrives alongside traditional experiences, like visiting Kairakuen Garden, one of Japan’s most famous traditional gardens. In my opinion, Ibaraki is a prefecture that balances modernity and nature seamlessly. It offers something for everyone, from tech enthusiasts to outdoor adventurers, making it a rewarding destination for travelers seeking both innovation and tranquility.

The state-owned Hitachi Seaside Park in Hitachi Naka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan Covering an area of ​​470 acres, the park is planted with more than 100 different varieties of flowers for visitors to enjoy all year round. Miharashi Hill in the park is one of the most popular flower viewing spots when the blue pink butterfly is in full bloom. In addition to the light blue In addition to the colorful pink butterfly, Hitachi Seaside Park also planted Kochia (Japanese: コキア), which looks very furry and cute. Kochia mainly changes color to dark red and pink with the seasons in late summer and early autumn, creating a unique and magnificent landscape. #springgoodplace2024 #花看

Higanbana flowers in Ibaraki Prefecture only last for about ten days from late September to early October. If you drive to the northern part of the prefecture, you can actually see them everywhere. Higanbana flowers on the Genji River in Hitachi-Ota City Kokyoji Temple is a temple dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu’s granddaughter Tokugawa Chihime. You can enjoy 50,000 Higan flowers for free. #春GoodPlace2024 #Ibaraki Prefecture Higanhua#Hongjingji Temple

Hitachi Seaside Park is adorned with hills covered in red kochia. Spanning an area of 19,000 square meters within the park, over 30,000 kochia plants transform from green to red, creating a sea of red that perfectly embodies the seamless blend of sea and sky. The scenery may be monotonous, but it's enough to captivate your attention for a good half of the day. Hitachi Seaside Park (国営ひたち海浜公園) Address: 605-4 Mawatari, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki Prefecture

Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Heiwa Street, a beautiful street that is one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossoms. Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture, is a city famous for its transformation from mining to industry. The several steel chimneys seen when walking out of the station leave travelers with a sense of wonder. The first impression is hard, but Hitachi Heiwa-dori, the road in front of JR Hitachi Station, has a different scenery every time it comes to early spring. It is also one of the 100 most beautiful streets for cherry blossoms in Japan. #springgoodplace2024 #cherry blossoms

Occupying a vast area of 200 hectares, the Hitachi Seaside Park boasts two of Kanto's most exquisite floral landscapes, which are considered must-see wonders in a lifetime for the Japanese. One of these wonders is the hilltop covered with Nemophila flowers, starting from late April. Over 4.5 million Nemophila plants dye the hilltop in shades of powder blue. From the observatory on the hill, the view below is a sea of flowers densely packed with sapphire petals, blending seamlessly with the azure sky, perfectly embodying the concept of 'heaven and earth in one hue'. It's no wonder it has been selected as one of the top ten most romantic flower fields in the world. If you happen to miss the enchanting Nemophila bloom, beloved by women, the summer brings a different scene with the hills taken over by Kochia. It's as if countless neat green algae balls have occupied the landscape, offering a healing view. Paired with the park's rotation of daffodils, tulips, rapeseed, lavender, and sunflowers, it's a competition of beauty. And if you can't make it in the summer, early autumn offers the dreamy scenery of hills covered with Kochia turned crimson, like a vast red sea. Hitachi Seaside Park (国営ひたち海浜公園) Address: 605-4 Mawatari Onuma, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki Prefecture

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Tokyo is the first choice for many people to travel to Japan, but after coming here a few times, in addition to shopping and eating in the city, I began to want to go to the suburbs. There are many special attractions worth visiting in the suburbs of Tokyo. This time I went to Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture in April just for the whole sea of ​​blue flowers, the white butterfly flowers. There are different scenery to see all year round. Today I will take you to enjoy the whole sea of ​​white butterfly flowers. Hitachi Seaside Park is located in Ibaraki Prefecture in the suburbs of Kanto. It is actually just above the right side of Tokyo. It sounds far, but it can be reached in just one and a half hours. It is very convenient. You can take the Joban Line from Tokyo Station or Ueno Station to get there. Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture is a relatively unpopular tourist attraction in the suburbs of Tokyo. But I think it is worth coming. In addition to this place, there are Nakaminato and Mito Hitachi to play together. It is really worth it. Next time you come to Tokyo for a trip, don’t forget to buy a JR PASS Tokyo Wide Area Pass. Go to Ibaraki Prefecture to see the beautiful white butterflies!

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This article is mainly about sightseeing, but I hope you will find it useful when you visit Ibaraki 😇 ⁡ --------- ■Hitachi Seaside Park 📍 605-4 Onuma, Umawatari, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture 🚗About 2 hours from Tokyo ⁡ 🎟 Fees 💁‍♀️Adults 450 yen, Seniors (65 years and older) 210 yen ※Free for junior high school students and younger!!! ※An additional 250 yen will be charged only during the Nemophila and Kochia season!!! Spring: Saturday, April 8, 2023 - Friday, May 5, 2023 (National Holiday) Autumn: Approximately 10 days in October 2023 ⁡ OPEN 9:30-17:00 ※The above hours are for the opening period from March 1 to July 20! Please check the official website's opening calendar as it varies depending on the season!!! ※During the best viewing season, the park may open from 7:00am on Saturdays and Sundays👀 ⁡ This park is famous for its nemophila in spring and kochia in autumn! It is recommended to go before or just before opening during the best viewing season! --------- ■Oarai Beach Hinoharu 📍 6879-6 Isohama-cho, Oarai-machi, Higashiibaraki-gun, Ibaraki Prefecture, inside Hinoharu Ryokan 🚗About 20 minutes from Hitachi Seaside Park ※ Park your car in the parking lot (free) of Oarai Isosaki Shrine. ⁡ 🎟You can eat lunch for around 1,500 yen per person! ⁡ OPEN 11:00 - 15:00 17:00 - 21:00 (Last order 20:00) ⁡ Recommended for lunch after visiting Oarai Isosaki Shrine! The seafood bowls and fried shrimp are very delicious 🦐 In winter, you can also eat monkfish hotpot 👀 --------- ■Oarai Isosaki Shrine⛩ 📍 6890 Isohama-cho, Oarai-machi, Higashiibaraki-gun, Ibaraki Prefecture 👣 Located about 1 minute walk from Hinoharu on Oarai Beach. ⁡ OPEN (Opening hours) April to September 5:30 to 18:00 October to March 6:00 to 17:00 ⁡ The torii gate in the sea is famous for its luck and good fortune, and it is said to be very beautiful to see with the sunrise🌅 --------- ■Kodokan 📍1-6-29 Sannomaru, Mito City 🚗About 30 minutes from Oarai Isosaki Shrine ⁡ OPEN February 20th to September 30th: 9:00 to 17:00 October 1st to February 19th: 9:00 to 16:30 ※Closed December 29th to December 31st ⁡ 🎟 Adults 400 yen Elementary and junior high school students 200 yen Silver (70 years old and over) 200 yen ※Free for children under elementary school age ⁡ The Last Shogun It is the largest feudal school in Japan where Tokugawa Yoshinobu studied, and the building is built like a temple, so it is also recommended for those who like to visit temples and shrines in Kyoto 🖋 --------- ■Mito Castle Ruins (Otemon Gate) 📍 ※It is located right in front of the Kodokan. About 1 minute walk. ⁡ OPEN ※There was no time listed, but it is probably open at the same time as the Kodokan 👀 If you are going, please check before going!!! ⁡ 🎟Free ⁡ You can see the restored Otemon Gate and Ninomaru Corner Tower. There are no stone walls or castles, but the gates of kindergartens and junior high schools are stylish and designed like castle gates 🏯 --------- #Tourist Spot #Ibaraki #ibaraki #Nemophila #Hitachi Seaside Park

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