37 Culture Kobuntei of Kairakuen Elena Lisina Kobuntei is a traditional Japanese house located in Kairakuen and open to the public viewing.
Area Mito Japan Travel Mito, the capital of Ibaraki prefecture, is home to one of Japan’s three great gardens, Kairaku-en Garden. The centerpiece of...
Area Tsukuba Japan Travel Tsukuba is widely recognised as Japan’s science center. Just a short 45 minutes away from Tokyo, Tsukuba houses many research...
Culture The Makabe Stone Lanterns Jamila Brown The stone lanterns of Makabe town in Ibaraki Prefecture are known for their beauty.
Area Koga Japan Travel The city of Koga is tucked in Ibaraki prefecture’s south-western corner, surrounded by cities of other prefectures. Its curre...
Area Hitachi Japan Travel Hitachi is a city in Ibaraki prefecture by the Pacific Ocean that is great for viewing flowers all year round. Currently, the...
Activities Mt. Tsukuba Area Geopark Tom Roseveare In late 2016, the Tsukuba region of Ibaraki was awarded Geopark status, gaining recognition for its diverse geological landsc...
Food Onwa Yakiniku Tom Roseveare Onwa Tsukuba is the second branch of the gourmet yakiniku brand, born in Tochigi's Utsunomiya.
Food Tsukuba Ramen Festival 2024 Japan Travel Tsukuba has its own ramen festival every October at Kenkuygakuen Ekimae Park.