Gigantic bronze statue of the Great Buddha "Ushiku Daibutsu" is a giant bronze statue of the Great Buddha in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is a place where popularity is gradually emerging among sightseeing spots in Ibaraki prefecture. Ushiku Daibutsu's biggest charm is its scale size as well. Ushiku Daibutsu whose total height is 120 meters is also registered as … [Read more...] about Ushiku Daibutsu, Ibaraki
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Fukuroda no Taki (Fukuroda Waterfall), Ibaraki
Boasting a height of 120 meters and a width of 73 meters, "Fukuroda no Taki" (Fukuroda Waterfall) is a popular scenic spot in Daigo-machi, Ibaraki Prefecture. The beautiful scenery created by nature and the sound of the water flowing down the waterfall attract visitors. From Mito Station, you can reach Fukuroda Station on the Japan Raylway Suigun Line in about 1 hour and 10 … [Read more...] about Fukuroda no Taki (Fukuroda Waterfall), Ibaraki
The Warp Station Edo, Ibaraki
Speaking of historical drama sets, “Kyoto Uzumasa Eigamura” (Toei Movie Land) is famous, but it is actually also in Ibaraki. Moreover, the rate of appearance on TV and movies is very high. If you're lucky, you might be able to see the movie and actors being filmed. Why do not you go into the built set? "Warp Station Edo" is one of the most popular outdoor location facilities … [Read more...] about The Warp Station Edo, Ibaraki
Ushiku Chateau (Facility of Winemaker), Ibaraki
“Ushiku Chateau” in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, is a facility full of greenery with a memorial hall and museum on a vast site of approximately 60,000 square meters. The founder is Kamiya Denbee. In 1903, it prospered as the first brewery in Japan to produce wine for the first time, from grape cultivation to brewing and bottling. At its peak, 130,000 vines were planted, … [Read more...] about Ushiku Chateau (Facility of Winemaker), Ibaraki
Kashima-jingu Shrine, Ibaraki
Kashima Jingu Shrine in Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture is said to have been built in 660 BC and is a high-class palace with many national treasures and important national cultural assets. It is also known that the god of military power is enshrined and athletes pray for victory. What kind of power is hidden in the grand head shrine of Kashima Shrine, which is the oldest and … [Read more...] about Kashima-jingu Shrine, Ibaraki
Kasama Inari Jinja Shrine, Ibaraki
“Kasama Inari Jinja Shrine” is located in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and is known as one of Japan's three major Inari and is also famous as a sacred place. The shrine is crowded with about 800,000 people during Hatsumode (the practice of visiting a shrine or a temple during the New Year). The ritual deity is "Ukamitamanokami", which is said to be beneficial to the rich … [Read more...] about Kasama Inari Jinja Shrine, Ibaraki
Kairakuen Park, Ibaraki
Ibaraki Prefecture Mito's "Kairakuen" is one of the three most famous Japanese gardens, along with "Kenrokuen" in Kanazawa and "Korakuen" in Okayama. It is also a tourist attraction of approximately 100 varieties and 3,000 plum blossoms blooming from February to March. Not only that, it is a spot where you can enjoy seasonal flowers so much that it is called a “flower … [Read more...] about Kairakuen Park, Ibaraki
Hitachi Seaside Park, Ibaraki
The “State-owned Hitachi Seaside Park” is a state-owned park located in Hitachinaka City, almost the center of Ibaraki Prefecture. The total area of the park site is 350 hectares, which is five times larger than Tokyo Disneyland. 55% of them, about 200 hectares, are used as a park. Facing the Pacific Ocean, it is a lush green park that takes advantage of the distinctive … [Read more...] about Hitachi Seaside Park, Ibaraki
Tsukuba Space Center (JAXA), Ibaraki
The Tsukuba Space Center in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture is a recommended facility for those who wish to go to space. Although it is not an easy time to visit sightseeing trips to space easily, you can taste the astronaut feeling at the Tsukuba Space Center. The Tsukuba Space Center is a very satisfying place for those who like the universe. At the Tsukuba Space Center you can … [Read more...] about Tsukuba Space Center (JAXA), Ibaraki
Aqua World, Ibaraki
"AQUA WORLD Ibaraki Prefecture Oarai Aquarium" in Ibaraki Prefecture is the largest aquarium in Japan. It is an aquarium crowded with many tourists throughout the year. The reason for its popularity lies in the unique charm of the Oarai Aquarium. The number of shark breeding species is Japan's largest. Also, there are plenty of charm, such as Japan's largest sunfish water tub, … [Read more...] about Aqua World, Ibaraki