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Ibaraki

Welcome to Ibaraki, Japan, a hidden gem bursting with charm! Nestled just north of Tokyo, this city offers stunning nature, including the awe-inspiring Fukuroda Falls and tranquil Lake Kasumigaura. Savor mouthwatering local delicacies like natto, or immerse yourself in the rich history at the Ibaraki Prefectural Museum. Perfect for curious travelers, Ibaraki is your ticket to authentic Japan!

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Culture4.2/5

Kasama Inari Shrine

Kasama’s Inari shrine is one of Japan’s three major shrines to Inari, with vermilion torii gates marking the approach. At its autumn festival, chrysanthemums fill the grounds in fragrant displays.

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Ibaraki Prefectural Museum of History

Ginkgo-lined history museum with exhibits on Ibaraki Prefecture’s past. In fall, the trees turn yellow and glow under evening lights.

Culture4.2/5

The Museum of Modern Art, Ibaraki

This art museum in Mito has wide galleries for its permanent collection and rotating exhibitions. A cafe and museum shop sit on the ground floor.

Culture4.4/5

Oarai Isosaki Shrine

Culture4.5/5

Naritasan Shinsho-ji

Visiting Naritasan Shinsho-ji in Japan is like stepping into a mystical wonderland! This vibrant temple complex boasts stunning architecture, serene gardens, and a giant pagoda that will make you go "wow"! Don't forget to try the delicious street food and shop for authentic souvenirs. It's a must-see destination for any curious traveler.

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HANEI KABU

Cafe$$$4.2/5

CAFE SORA

Cafe$$4.3/5

two meet coffee room

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Sakura dining and bar

Eat$$$4/5

Bistro K

Stays

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Hotel Nikko Tsukuba

A 3-minute walk from Tsukuba Train Station, Hotel Nikko Tsukuba offers modern air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen cable TVs and free wired internet. It offers 3 dining options. Hotel Nikko Tsukuba is a 2-minute walk from Ibaraki Tsukuba museum and a 10-minute drive from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. Featuring dark wood furnishings and neutral shades, rooms come with ample workspace and a comfy armchair or seating area. A hairdryer is provided. Guests can enjoy relaxing massages or take a dip in the hot tub. The hotel also houses a 24-hour front desk.

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Terrace Inn Katsuta

Situated just a minute walk from JR Katsuta Station east exit, Terrace Inn Katsuta features free WiFi access. Hitachi Seaside Park is a 20-minute bus ride from the property. Convenience stores and dining options are available within a 5-minute stroll. All rooms are air conditioned and feature a Simmons bed. You will find a TV and kettle in the room. A private suite bathroom comes with slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. An air purifier/humidifier and bottle of water are available for guests' comfort. The on-site restaurant, Beiju, features Japanese and Western buffet breakfast and carefully selected rice. Tokyo Narita International Airport can be reached via a 120-minute bus ride.

Stay3.85/5

Hotel R9 The Yard Noda

Hotel R9 The Yard Noda in Noda offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities including refrigerators, microwaves, TVs, and electric kettles. Guests enjoy free WiFi, full-day security, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. The hotel provides a convenient location with Tokyo Haneda Airport 53 km away. Visitors appreciate the room comfort, attentive staff, and excellent service support, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Stay3.6/5

Hotel Grand Shinonome

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Hotel Grand Shinonome is situated in Tsukuba, 39 km from Minami Central Park and 39 km from Nagata Park. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Mashimori Shrine is 42 km away and Hachijo Water Park is 42 km from the hotel. Yoshikawa City Local Museum is 40 km from the hotel, while Misato Sky Park is 40 km from the property. Ibaraki Airport is 33 km away.

Stay4.3/5

Hotel Kokumin Syukusya Unomisaki.

Stay4.2/5

Oarai Hotel

Stay4/5

Hotel Route Inn Ishioka

Nestled in the heart of Ishioka, Hotel Route Inn Ishioka offers modern comfort and welcoming hospitality, making it an ideal base to explore the region's rich culture and breathtaking landscapes.

Stay3.5/5

あけぼの旅館

Stay2.5/5

Business Hotel Yoshiharu

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1 h 30 mins

Kasama yaki handmade pottery experience

・You will have the chance to try "tehineri"(clay forming by hand), a traditional technique handed down from the Jomon period(about 3,000 years ago), at a kiln that was established in 1796. ・Make your choice of bowls, plates, cups etc. After learning from and seeing an example from your instructor, you will get to make a piece with your own hands. ・After you're done making your piece, we will glaze and fire it for you, which will take about two months to complete. We will then send you your finished Kasama-yaki piece by SAL(Surface Air Lifted) mail.

$13.76

Explore Plum Wine Sake Museum and Japanese Alcohol Tasting

You can learn and enjoy Japanese alcohol with an expert. The director of Meiri Shurui, which was established in 1950(Meiri Shuruis predecessor was Kato Shuzoten which was founded in the late Edo Period), will guide you around Besshun-kan, Museum of Plum wine "Umeshu" and Japanese Sake especially.

$39.01

5/5

2 h

Private Soy Sauce Brewery Tour at Century Old Factory in Ibaraki

This is a private tour with a friendly and professional staff of Soy Sauce Brewery. We will tour the Kurosawa Soy Sauce Brewery that was founded in 1905, and learn all about how soy sauce is made. In the wooden barrel brewery that has been passed down through four generations, we will get to see the main fermenting mash in the production of soy sauce being fermented, and even try your hand at stirring moromi just like a professional soy sauce artisan. It will undoubtedly be a valuable and memorable experience as it is an integral part of the fermentation process. After the tour of the brewery, you will be given an explanation of their products, have a tasting experience(taste various types of soy sauce), enjoy a fermented food lunch at the brewery cafe, and also get to try some soy sauce sweets and desserts made with products from Kurosawa Soy Sauce.

$91.03

5/5

3 h

Private Sake Brewery Tour and Shinran Temple Visit

In Inada area of Kasama city, you can feel and learn Japanese traditional culture with my guiding. Will guide you to Inada Shrine, Sainenji Temple, and Isokura Sake Brewery by 3-hour walking. Sainen-ji is a temple that has its roots in the "Inada no Souan" where SHINRAN, a founder of the Jodo Shinshu sect, lived for about 20 years during his missionary work in eastern Japan. The thatched-roof Sanmon gate was built in the 14th century and is a valuable item that survived the fire. You can enter the main hall of the temple and see a wonderful view of a statue of Amida Buddha, SHINRAN, and his wife Eshinni. In front of the main hall, you can see an 800-year-old ginkgo tree with leaves that SHINRAN planted . Since 1868, Isokura Brewery has produced Japanese sake "Inasato" using local water and rice. You can enjoy and learn how to make sake with traditional methods during the tour and try sake tasting at the shop.

$26.01

1 h 30 mins

Kumihimo Experience with Professional Guidance in Ibaraki

Kumihimo Experience: Kumihimo has a long history in Japan, dating back more than 1,000 years to the Nara period (710-794), and was used for armor. This time, we will make either charms or bracelets that are easy for children to make.

$65.02

1 h 30 mins

Private Walking and Wine Tasting Sake Brewery Tour in Ibaraki

We will tour Yoshikubo Sake Brewery, which was founded in 1790, alongside the 12th-generation brewer of the company himself. After seeing the sake brewing site, you will have the opportunity to taste and compare several different kinds of sake. You will be able to enjoy delicious sake made from the local land that is blessed with rice from Hitachi and water from Kasahara.

$26.01

1 h 30 mins

Private Calligraphy Class in Ibaraki

Hitachinaka City in Ibaraki Prefecture is home to the famous National Hitachi Seaside Park, where you can enjoy the four seasons with nemophila and kochia.　 The experience venue is located almost halfway between Katsuta Station and the seaside park, so it is possible either on the way to or from sightseeing. Would you like to experience the Japanese culture of “Shodo” (calligraphy) with a brush pen? A former art teacher and Iromusubi Sho(Colorful calligraphy) instructor will teach you in an easy-to-understand and detailed manner, so beginners will not have to worry. Let's write your name or favorite word in Kanji characters! Combine the kanji you have written with traditional Japanese paper or origami, frame it, and you have a piece of brush calligraphy art! You can take it home as a souvenir and display it in your room as a wonderful memory of your trip to Japan. We hope you will try it for yourself!

$68.27

4 h

Hitachi Seaside Park & Nakaminato fish market tour

Start your spring day with a journey full of local charm, delicious seafood, and breathtaking flowers! First, dive into the vibrant energy of Nakaminato Fish Market, where the morning’s freshest catch is on full display. Wander through lively stalls offering everything from plump scallops to glistening tuna, and treat yourself to a mouthwatering kaisendon (seafood rice bowl) or sizzling grilled delicacies right on the spot. It’s a must-visit for food lovers and a great way to experience local life by the sea. Then, we head to the iconic Hitachi Seaside Park, where the rolling hills are transformed into a magical blue landscape with millions of blooming nemophila (baby blue eyes). Stroll through this sea of flowers, soak in the fresh air, and snap unforgettable photos in one of Japan’s most beautiful seasonal scenes. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and foodies alike, this half-day adventure is a refreshing spring escape that captures the best of coastal Ibaraki.

$552.67

1 h 30 mins

Making eco-hats out of waste plastic bottles in Ibaraki

Hitachinaka City in Ibaraki Prefecture is home to the famous National Hitachi Seaside Park, where you can enjoy the four seasons with nemophilas and kochias.　 The experience venue is located almost halfway between Katsuta Station and the seaside park, so it is possible either on the way to or from sightseeing. SDGS “Mottainai”! PET bottle caps that you used to throw away after drinking can be turned into wonderful handmade works if you have the right materials and ideas. Transform them into your favorite hats in your favorite colors, including colorful twine and ribbons! The teacher, a former art teacher and accessory artist, will teach you in an easy-to-understand and detailed manner, so beginners will not have to worry. You can take home as a souvenir as a wonderful memory of your trip to Japan. We hope you will try it!

$68.27

1 h 30 mins

Easy Kimono Experience in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki

Easy Kimono Experience: Many people find ordinary kimonos painful because they are tied with strings and layered. This kimono is an original kimono developed to make it possible to look perfect and beautiful without layering. It can be put on over Western clothes in about 5 minutes. It is not painful because it uses elastic and Velcro (hook and loop fastener). *Sorry, there is no wheelchair access route to the venue.

$81.28

1 h 30 mins

Tsumazaiku Experience with Professionals in Hitachinaka,Ibaraki

You can make brooches (and clips) simply by folding colorful crape cloth, gluing and attaching. Once you learn how to make them, you can make many of them in your own country, and they make great gifts.

$65.02

5/5

7 h 30 mins

Hitachi Cultural Adventure to Sacred Trail and Gateway Day Tour

Just under two hours from Tokyo, discover Hitachi’s spiritual and cultural treasures. Begin at the sacred Oiwa Shrine, walking ancient forest paths and receiving a blessing guided by a shrine maiden. Hike to breathtaking peaks, uncover hidden stone Buddhas and gods, and savor a scenic lunch with local rice balls. After descending serene trails, visit a gateway village for tea and heartfelt exchanges with locals, learning their traditions and way of life. This exclusive tour offers an intimate glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritage and community warmth. Data: The itinerary can be flexibly adjusted depending on the physical condition and experience of the guests and the weather on the day. Trekking will be cancelled if more than 2 mm of precipitation is expected. The course may be changed due to the weather on the day or if the guide deems it necessary.　 Total walking distance : 6.5km Ascent: 439m Descent: 439m Total walking time: 3.5 hours without Lunch time

$461.64

5/5

48 h

Trekking Tour to Faith, Ancient Paths and the Falls from Hitachi

Just two hours from Tokyo, Hitachi is your gateway to nature and tradition. Start at JR Hitachi Station, a seaside stop with stunning Pacific Ocean views. Visit the sacred Oiwa Shrine, walk peaceful forest trails, and receive a special blessing. Relax afterward in a soothing onsen. On day two, marvel at Fukuroda Falls, one of Japan’s three great waterfalls, as you hike serene paths and admire its cascades. Stroll through Daigo’s nostalgic streets, visiting cozy cafés and shops. Finally, ride a local train along the Kuji River, enjoying mountain views on your way to Mito—the perfect end to this 2-day escape. Data: The itinerary can be flexibly adjusted depending on the physical condition and experience of the guests and the weather on the day. Cancelled if more than 2 mm of precipitation is expected. The course may be changed due to the weather on the day or if the guide deems it necessary.　 Total walking distance:10.5km Ascent:759m Descent:761m Total walking time: 8 hours

$829.01

5/5

7 h

North Ibaraki Tour

Discover the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and hidden gems of Northern Ibaraki on a fully customized private tour! Tour Highlights: Fukuroda Falls – One of Japan’s top three waterfalls, breathtaking in all seasons Ryujin Big Suspension Bridge – A thrilling 375m-long bridge with stunning valley views Hanazono Gorge – A picturesque hiking spot with vibrant autumn leaves and crystal-clear streams Oiwa Shrine – A spiritual sanctuary with over 1,000 years of history, surrounded by ancient trees Unomisaki Cape – A scenic coastal spot with panoramic ocean views and a historic lighthouse Why Choose This Private Tour? Personalized Itinerary – Tailor the tour to your interests and pace Comfort & Convenience – Private vehicle with an English-speaking guide Seasonal Beauty – Enjoy cherry blossoms, lush greenery, autumn foliage, or snowy landscapes Authentic Local Experience – Discover hidden spots and local traditions Explore Northern Ibaraki in comfort and style!

$585.18

5/5

From Tokyo Hitachinaka Private Tour with English Guide

Meet your private guide in Tokyo and travel comfortably by private vehicle to Hitachinaka for a flexible, stress-free day in nature. Explore the breathtaking seasonal landscapes of Hitachi Seaside Park, from blue nemophila in spring to vibrant red kochia in autumn. Enjoy fresh seafood at Nakaminato Fish Market with personalized recommendations, then visit the peaceful Sakatsura Isosaki Shrine overlooking the Pacific. End with a relaxing stop at Ajigaura Beach before returning to Tokyo. With private transportation, flexible pacing, and expert local insight, this experience offers a seamless and enriching countryside escape beyond the typical group tour.

$585.18

3 h 30 mins

Half Day Yuki Silk Kimono Experience Wear Weave and Walk

A very rare opportunity to wear an authentic Yuki Tsumugi silk kimono, long prized in Japan for its exceptional quality, soft texture, and understated elegance You can enjoy kimono dressing, hands-on silk crafts, and a self-guided town walk in one cultural experience Learn about UNESCO-recognized production techniques through traditional hand-spinning and close-up demonstrations by skilled artisans While wearing your kimono, you can weave your own silk mini scarf, then take it home to use and enjoy. You are free to explore historic Yuki City at your own pace, with traditional merchant buildings and temples providing beautiful backdrops for kimono photos

$120.00

50 mins

125Ways of Custom Ume Liqueur Making in Ibaraki

・Discover the true essence of Ume. As Ume specialists, our expert staff will guide you through the unique characteristics, handling, and diverse ways to enjoy these fruits, revealing the hidden charms of Ume from every angle. ・155 ways to find your perfect match. Located in a premier Ume-growing region, we offer an unparalleled selection of 155 combinations for your custom syrup or plum liqueur. Let our experts help you discover the one flavor you'll love most—a taste you never knew existed. ・The perfect gift, ready to take home today. Take your creation with you immediately! From commemorative photos and recipe booklets to ongoing support via LINE, we ensure a seamless and delightful experience from start to finish.

$28.43

1 h 30 mins

Ibaraki: Kairakuen, One of Japan’s Three Great Gardens

Kairakuen, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens, invites exploration into its rich history and design philosophy. Created during the Edo period, this guided tour reveals how Tokugawa Nariaki envisioned a space for both ruler and people, emphasizing harmony and contrast throughout the landscape. Wander through moso bamboo groves, plum orchards, and shaded woods while discovering the garden's roles in diplomacy and intellectual life. Visit Kobuntei, an elegant pavilion with views that once graced the elite, and enjoy a break at the café with light food and traditional sweets. This immersive experience uncovers the cultural significance of Kairakuen, making it a must-visit for history and nature enthusiasts. - Discover the historical and cultural significance of Kairakuen - Explore diverse landscapes including bamboo groves and plum orchards - Visit the elegant Kobuntei structure for unique interior insights - Enjoy light refreshments at the café while taking in stunning views

$72.82

8 h

Port Pick Up Hitachinaka Private Tour Licensed Guide and Vehicle

This private tour is designed for travelers arriving at Ibaraki Port in Hitachinaka by cruise ship. We pick you up at the cruise terminal or hotels near the port, and a government-licensed, English-speaking guide accompanies you in a comfortable private vehicle - an easy, relaxing way to explore Ibaraki Prefecture. Enjoy a 8-hour customizable tour and choose 3 to 4sights you like most. Wander the flower hills of Hitachi Seaside Park, where blue nemophila bloom in spring and red kochia glow in autumn. See the dramatic seaside torii of Oarai Isosaki Shrine, stroll the plum gardens of Mito's Kairakuen, or marvel at the towering Ushiku Daibutsu. You can also taste fresh seafood at a fish market, see the four-tiered Fukuroda Falls, or explore samurai history at the Kodokan. Your guide tailors the day to your pace and interests. With door-to-door transport and no worries about trains or timetables, it is the perfect worry-free shore excursion before you return to your ship.

$505.21

Hitachi Seaside Park and Mito Highlights Tour

Discover the best of Ibaraki on this scenic and flavorful day tour. Enjoy the stunning seasonal flower fields of Hitachi Seaside Park, where vibrant colors and wide-open coastal views create unforgettable photo moments. Continue to the historic Kurosawa Soy Sauce Shop to learn about traditional brewing methods and experience the rich aromas of naturally aged soy sauce. Then explore the lively Nakaminato Fish Market, filled with fresh seafood, friendly vendors, and delicious local specialties. Finally, relax at Kairakuen Park, one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, known for its beautiful landscapes and famous plum blossoms. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and local flavors. This tour is great for any types of travelers , such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc.