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Jun 2, 2020 · Ibaraki Prefecture is situated northeast of Tokyo along the Pacific coast. Ibaraki is the perfect place for an easy and convenient day trip from Tokyo which offers historical shrines, one of the finest landscape gardens in Japan, a large park with a stunning sea of seasonal flowers, and much more.
- Check out the famous torii gate in the Pacific Ocean. The Kamiiso-no-Torii is the outermost gate of the Oarai Isosaki-jinja shrine. The shrine was first built in 896AD, destroyed in the mid-1500s and rebuilt in 1690.
- Practice Shinto gratitude. In Japan, multiple religions have peacefully coexisted for more than 2,000 years. The main religions here are Buddhism and Shintoism.
- Enjoy a lunch that is out of this world good! At Tsuki Cafe (tsuki means ‘moon’ in Japanese), you’re guaranteed an incredible experience from the moment you arrive.
- Go crazy over anime in Oarai. In the town of Oarai, you can’t go far without noticing anime characters displayed on signs in shop windows. The anime “Girls und Panzer” (that’s tanks in German), is set in the town of Oarai.
Ibaraki Prefecture, famous for its scenic spots such as Hitachi Seaside Park and the famous Kairakuen Garden, one of Japan's three great gardens, is close to Tokyo and has been gaining popularity among domestic and international visitors.
- Hitachi Seaside Park. Hitachi Seaside Park is one of the most famous spots in the prefecture. It is located in Hitachinaka City by the Pacific Ocean. From JR Katsuta Station, ride the bus departing from the east gate to bus stop No. 2.
- Kairakuen Garden. Kairakuen, located in the prefectural capital of Mito City, is one of the three major gardens in Japan. From Mito Station, it is a 20-minute bus ride to the facility.
- Mito Castle. Mito Castle, situated north of Mito Station, was the former residence of the Mito Tokugawa family, second in status to the Tokugawa shogunate family.
- Oarai Isosaki Shrine. While there are many torii (gateway to a Shinto shrine) standing in oceans and lakes, the torii at Oarai Isosaki Shrine may be the most mystical.
Jul 24, 2023 · Ibaraki Prefecture is home to many popular tourist attractions. Some of the most popular ones include the Tsukuba Space Center, the Kairakuen Garden, and the Hitachi Seaside Park. You can also visit the Kasama Inari Shrine, the Oarai Aquarium, and the Fukuroda Falls.
Jun 24, 2019 · Ibaraki is only around two hours north-east of Tokyo and it’s packed with culture and nature, and some incredible spots that make it worth the trip. Here are 12 interesting things to do in Ibaraki, Japan to get you started! Ibaraki’s Natural Wonders
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Discover the top things to do in Ibaraki, with scenic locales like Hitachi Seaside Park, Fukuroda Falls, and double-peaked Mount Tsukuba. Visit Oarai Isosaki Shrine and nearby AquaWorld, and don’t miss the giant bronze Ushiku Buddha.
