IBARAKI GUIDE

A 3-Day, 2-Night Road Trip: Explore Stunning Autumn Scenery and Local Cuisine

From mid to late October, the kochia at Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture turn bright red, attracting many visitors. During this time, Japan's oldest chrysanthemum festival at Kasama Inari Shrine and the autumn roses at Ibaraki Flower Park can also be enjoyed. In addition, at Lake Kasumigaura, the second-largest lake in Japan, visitors can observe the traditional fishing boats, Hobikisen—a seasonal spectacle from summer to autumn—viewed from a sightseeing boat running alongside them.
For meals, savor fresh seafood and dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. In the evenings, relax surrounded by nature, with glamping at Ibaraki Flower Park and staying in a traditional Japanese-style house by the Kasumigaura lakeshore.
This 3-day, 2-night road trip itinerary, starting from Narita Airport, offers a perfect opportunity to enjoy the middle of Japanese autumn.

Traveling around sightseeing spots by train and bike

This is a two-day travel plan with an overnight stay in Mito, exploring the natural beauty of central Ibaraki and the Rokko area.

A 2-Day, 1-Night Itinerary to Enjoy the Plum Blossom Festival and Monkfish Cuisine in Ibaraki Prefecture During the Cold Season!

From early February to late March, the nationally famous plum trees in Ibaraki Prefecture bloom, and plum blossom festivals are held at various locations, including Kairakuen Garden, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens, and the former domain school Kodokan, a designated Japanese Heritage site.
In this 2-day, 1-night itinerary, you’ll not only admire the beautiful plum blossoms but also discover unique ways to enjoy the cold season in Ibaraki. Indulge in seasonal monkfish dishes, considered a delicacy since the Edo period, take in the spectacular view of a torii gate standing on a rock in the sea at dawn, and, at night, enjoy bar-hopping through streets that exude a retro atmosphere after admiring the illuminated plum blossoms.