Tenshin Memorial Museum of Art

Northern Ibaraki

Kitaibaraki City

Museums/Zoos/Aquariums

The Tenshin Memorial Museum of Art is located in picturesque Izura. The area is renowned for its beautiful winding coastline, cliffs, and pine forests. It has been recognized as one of the top 100 beaches in Japan. Moreover, the sound of the waves at Izura was selected for a project recording Japan's 100 most captivating soundscapes.
The artist Tenshin Okakura was one of the pioneers of modern art in Japan during the Meiji Period (1868–1912). He later founded The Japan Art Institute (Nihon Bijutsuin). In 1906, the institute moved from Izura to Tokyo's Ueno district, where Tenshin Okakura worked alongside other artists, including Taikan Yokoyama.
The Tenshin Memorial Museum of Art was established on November 8, 1997. The facility commemorates his achievements and displays works by him and his contemporaries.

Information

Address: 2083 Tsubaki, Otsucho, Kitaibaraki City
Access: By public transport: 5-minute taxi ride from Otsuko Station on the JR Joban Line
By car: 15-minute drive from Kitaibaraki IC on the Joban Expressway
Business Hours: Business Hours 9:30-17:00
Closed Mondays (If a national holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be open that day and closed on Tuesday)
Admission from April 1 to September 29
9:00-17:00
Admission from October 1 to March 31
9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)
Website: http://www.tenshin.museum.ibk.ed.jp/07_english/index.html
Contact: TEL: 0293-46-5311
Parking: 125 parking spots

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Northern Ibaraki

Kitaibaraki City

Hanazono Gorge

Hanazono Gorge is a well-known spot to admire Japan's famous fall foliage. It is also a designated national park by the Ibaraki Prefectural Government. During autumn, the falling leaves are carried gently away by the Hanazono River—a must-see sight when visiting Ibaraki during this season.
Located at the base of the gorge, Hanazono Shrine is ideal for resting during a walk around the area.

Parks/Nature

Northern Ibaraki

Kitaibaraki City

Isohara Futatsushima Beach

Futatsushima translates to "two islands" in Japanese and is named after the two uninhabited islands that symbolize this beach. It is particularly popular with families due to its beautiful white sands, clear waters, and easy access by car or train.

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Sports/Outdoor

Northern Ibaraki

Kitaibaraki City

Nakago Onsen

This onsen (hot spring facility) features a sauna, cold-water plunge pool, and large warm-water baths separated into male and female bathing areas. There are also two open-air baths constructed from natural stone and are covered with wooden canopies. Illuminated at night, these outdoor baths are perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing.
With a pH of 8.5, the hot spring water naturally contains sodium calcium sulfate, which is said to make the skin look healthy and supple.

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