IBARAKI GUIDE

Kairakuen: One of the Three Major Japanese Gardens, and a Historic Spot to View Japanese Plums.

Kairakuen, located at Mito City (Ibaraki Prefecture) and known for its plum grove, is one of the three major Japanese Gardens, along with Kenrokuen (Ishikawa Prefecture) and Korakuen (Okayama Prefecture). In early spring, the garden is adorned with 3,000 plum trees in full bloom, filling the air with a refreshing fragrance.This article details the garden's beauty and origin, historical buildings, cultural characteristics, recommended walking routes within the garden, and related spots such as Kodokan and Mito Castle.

Six Must-Try Fruits from Ibaraki, Japan’s “Food Kingdom”! Introducing the Best Farms for Fruit Picking

Ibaraki Prefecture, often called Japan’s “Food Kingdom,” is one of the nation’s top agricultural regions. Among its many delicious agricultural products, the fruit is particularly noteworthy. Ibaraki is home to various fruits produced year-round, including melons, which rank first in Japan, and pears, which rank second. In this article, we’ll introduce six of Ibaraki’s signature fruits and the best farms where you can enjoy fruit picking!

Indulge in The Exquisite Flavors of Ibaraki’s Ingredients till Late at Night at 7 Top Dining Spots around Mito Station

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. Ibaraki Prefecture is blessed with a mild climate, vast and flat land, and abundant nature, making it a treasure trove of food. Its agricultural industry expenditures are always among the highest in the country, consistently ranking high nationwide.
In this article, we will introduce restaurants near Mito Station where you can enjoy delicious Ibaraki ingredients even late at night when staying in the area.