Oarai Town Tourist Information Center Umimachi Terrace

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Umimachi Terrace, the Oarai Town Tourist Information Center, is next to Oarai Station and serves as the town's central hub for sightseeing.

Bicycle rentals are available here with no reservations required. Two kinds of bikes are available: a sports e-bike and a power-assisted Mini Velo bicycle. So choose the one that best suits your sightseeing style.

You can also rent a tuk-tuk, an unusual method of transportation in Japan. It's possible to have a guide on board to provide sightseeing information and driving support. This will ensure that you have a worry-free experience (A valid Japanese driver's license is required for a tuk-tuk rental).

The tourist center also offers unique souvenirs and original products exclusive to Oarai.

Information

Address: 301 Sakuramichi, Oarai, Higashiibaraki, Ibaraki
Access: By public transport: Right next to Oarai Station
By car: About 10 minutes from Mito-Oarai IC on the Kito-Kanto Expressway
Business Hours: 9:00-18:00
Website: https://www.oarai-info.jp/umimachi/
Contact: 029-266-0788
Parking: Please park at a nearby parking lot.

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