Tsukuba Expo Center

Tsukuba City

Southern Ibaraki

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A life-size model of the H-II Rocket, with a staggering height of 50 meters, welcomes visitors to the Tsukuba Expo Center.
See the night sky in all its glory in a 25.6-meter dome-shaped planetarium. Alternatively, you can learn about the universe, the deep sea, or different forms of energy through interactive exhibitions.
The center also hosts special science shows and classes.

Information

Address: 2-9, Azuma, Tsukuba City
Access: Business Hours
February to November: 09:50-17:00
December to January: 09:50-16:30 (Last admission 30 minutes before closing time.)
Closed Mondays (If a national holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be open that day and closed on Tuesday.)
Closed on the last Tuesday of each month.
Closed for the New Year holiday season from December 27 to January 3
Business Hours: Business Hours
09:50-17:00(Last admission 30 minutes before closing time.)
Closed Mondays (If a national holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be open that day and closed on Tuesday.)
Closed for the New Year holiday
Website: http://www.expocenter.or.jp/
Contact: TEL: 029-858-1100
Parking: 60 parking spots

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Inaba Shuzo Brewery

Founded in 1867, Inaba Shuzo uses spring water from Mount Tsukuba to brew sake. In addition to the rice and pure water that forms the basis of all good sake, Inaba Shuzo carries out each step of the brewing process by hand using skilled local staff. This results in a refined and elegant beverage unique to the slopes of Mount Tsukuba.

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Mount Tsukuba Cablecar and Ropeway

The distinct twin peaks of Mount Tsukuba can be seen towering above the Kanto Plain. The peaks are known as Mount Nantai and Mount Nyotai, the male and female peaks, respectively. The summit of Mount Tsukuba is accessible by foot, cable car, or ropeway.
Mount Tsukuba Cable Car
The Mount Tsukuba Cable Car climbs 1,600 meters in elevation between Miyawaki Station and Mount Tsukuba Station at the mountain's peak. There are two colors of cable car: red and green, representing the fresh green and autumnal leaves visible from the cable car. Various events, including extended opening hours, are held during the foliage season.
Mount Tsukuba Ropeway
This Swiss-made ropeway connects Tsutsujigaoka Station and Nyotai Peak Station.

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Yoshida Lotus Root Farm

Ibaraki Prefecture is the top lotus root producer in Japan, with the vegetable growing especially well around Lake Kasumigaura. Yoshida Lotus Root Farm not only cultivates the root vegetable but also produces lotus leaf tea and lotus root products. They aim to grow lotus roots in a way that is great for the environment and your body while avoiding using pesticides as much as possible. Lotus roots―eaten boiled, stir-fried, and even raw―are highly nutritious in vitamin C, tannins, potassium, and dietary fibers and offer many health benefits. Lotus leaf tea is also effective for swelling and constipation, expelling toxins from your body, and is great for beautifying the skin.

At Yoshida Lotus Root Farm, you can visit the lotus fields and purchase lotus root products as souvenirs. Lotus root must be eaten fresh, so advance reservations are required if you wish to buy any produce.
Due to being near Ring Ring Road, it's a recommended place to stop by while cycling.

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