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Guesthouse Ragnarok

This guesthouse is a 15-minute walk from Akatsuka Station along the JR Joban Line. It offers easy access to the nearby Uchihara Aeon Shopping Mall and Mito Station.
The guesthouse building itself is housed in a former architect's residence and offers stunning views of Otsuka Pond. The garden is perfect for BBQs in the summer. Swans also frequent it during the winter months.
There is also a "super sento" public bathhouse nearby. It is the perfect place to relax and refresh after a long day of experiencing Japanese culture.

Mito Keisei Hotel

Mito Keisei Hotel is a three-minute walk from Mito Station, and a four-minute walk from Kodokan, one of Ibaraki’s best-known historical sites. The convenient location makes it perfect for sightseeing or business events. It also makes a great hub for sightseeing around Ibaraki.
There are two in-house restaurants, one serving light meals and the other Japanese-style Chinese food.

Mone House

Located on a small hill, this lodge is the perfect escape from the stress of city life. A stay at Mone House is a chance to awaken your senses from the expansive blue sky, birdsongs, singing insects, and crystal clear stars shining above. Barbeque can be done on the terrace, which has a fireplace during the winter months. The spacious open-plan living room is perfect for conversations or games among family and friends. Guests can also make use of a piano and guitar.
The owner of Mone House speaks excellent English, making it a wonderful choice for non-Japanese speakers who'd like to experience life in the countryside.
Mone house also offers seasonal hands-on farming experiences such as harvesting homegrown coriander, lettuce, arugula, cabbage, aubergine (eggplant), cherry tomatoes, and daikon radish!