Browse attractions and highlights across Ibaraki, and build your itinerary around them.
Ibaraki
A park where history and nature blend seamlessly, featuring ancient burial mounds and traditional thatched-roof buildings. Experience the essence of Japanese history through seasonal landscapes and interactive cultural events.
Experience the incredible technology behind Japan's famous mayonnaise at the Kewpie Goka Factory! Watch high-speed egg separation and tour the production lines up close. Please remember to book your visit in advance via the official website.
日本初の本格的ワイン醸造場、牛久シャトー。重要文化財の美しい建築の中で、こだわりのワインやクラフトビール、美食を楽しみながら、日本の近代化の歴史に触れることができる特別な体験が待っています。
Boasting the largest variety of sharks in Japan, this aquarium features a massive tank with 20,000 sardines and world-class taxidermy displays. Don't miss the special Saturday night events!
A beautiful 1-kilometer avenue of approximately 120 Yoshino cherry trees, located just 1 minute from Hitachi Station. Visit between late March and early April to enjoy the blossoms and spectacular night illuminations.
Experience the stunning sight of 8,500 azaleas blanketing the mountain in red around Golden Week. The summit terrace offers a perfect view of the Kasama cityscape.
A beautiful historic town where the Edo period lives on. Wander through streets lined with traditional merchant houses and earthen storehouses for a truly peaceful and nostalgic experience.
A stunning landscape of high cliffs and five beautiful coves shaped by the Pacific Ocean. Discover the spectacular views and historical charm of the Itsura Coast, one of Japan's most beautiful shorelines.
徳川家が築いた歴史の息吹を感じる水戸城跡。復元された壮大な大手門や、現存する薬医門など、日本の城郭文化を肌で感じる散策が楽しめます。
A beautiful park where history and nature merge, winner of the UNESCO Award of Excellence. Enjoy traditional Japanese scenery, including spring peach groves and historic folk houses.
A stunning destination featuring 1 million double-flowered sunflowers with Mt. Tsukuba in the background. Don't miss the breathtaking yellow fields and the magical night illuminations.
弘道館をお楽しみください。
Experience the UNESCO-listed Hitachi Furyumono. The sight of 15m-tall floats and lifelike mechanical puppets is truly breathtaking. Witness the pinnacle of Japanese festival culture amidst the beautiful cherry blossoms.
The Yabusame Shinji at Kashima Jingu, held every May 1st, is a rare opportunity to witness traditional Japanese martial arts up close. Please check the schedule and arrive in the afternoon to enjoy the full spectacle.
Enjoy your time at Oarai Sun Beach.
Witness the magic of a glowing waterfall! Experience the breathtaking light-up event at one of Japan's top three waterfalls.
Escape to the tranquil Oyama-ji in Ibaraki. Experience the compassion of Tomiya Kannon and find a moment of peace away from the everyday.
A serene cultural heritage site following the footsteps of Japanese art masters.
宇宙航空研究開発機構（JAXA） 筑波宇宙センターをお楽しみください。
Experience a historic, large-scale fireworks display with over 10,000 shells lighting up the Kinugawa sky. Enjoy a beautiful September night in Ibaraki.
In late June, experience the thrilling Yabusame ritual at Taiho Hachimangu Shrine. This unique event offers a wonderful blend of traditional horseback archery, martial arts demonstrations, and the seasonal beauty of hydrangeas, making it a perfect way to experience authentic Japanese culture.
Experience the profound tradition of Daikan Misogi at Kashima Jingu in late January. The sight of participants in white robes entering the freezing waters of Mitarai Pond is a breathtaking display of Japanese spiritual culture and winter ritual.
Experience the essence of Japanese spiritual culture through the traditional Dodote-shiki ritual at the historic Kashima Jingu. Observing these ceremonies within the vast, beautiful shrine grounds offers a profound insight into Japan's historical traditions.
毎年11月第2日曜開催。迫力満点の騎馬武者隊や、神田明神将門太鼓の響き、そして武者行列が繰り広げられる茨城県坂東市の伝統的な祭典です。日本の武士文化を間近で感じる絶好の機会です。
竜禅寺をお楽しみください。
A must-visit shrine in Mito to experience the rich history and legacy of the Tokugawa clan.
日立市かみね動物園をお楽しみください。
The Ishioka no Matsuri is one of the three great festivals of the Kanto region. Experience the grandeur of ornate floats and dynamic lion dances in this historic September celebration.
