Kokai River Park & Poppy Fields

Western Ibaraki

Parks/Nature

This riverside is split into fours zones: the Nature Observation Zone, Sports Zone, Nature Center, and Flower Zone.
The Kokai River is famous for fields of poppies that bloom from mid-May onwards. Over two million poppies fill the park with color. This striking sight is paired with the stunning backdrop of Mount Tsukuba.
There is also a range of activities, such as golfing and cycling, available around the park.

Information

Address: 1650-1 Horigome, Shimotsuma City
Business Hours: Business Hours
April to October
9:00-16:30
November to March
9:00-16:00
Closed Mondays (open Monday and closed Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday)
Closed over the New Year Holiday period
Website: https://www.city.shimotsuma.lg.jp/page/page000198.html
Contact: TEL: 0296-45-0200

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Amabiki Kannon Temple

Officially called Amabikisan Rakuho-ji, Amabiki Kannon Temple is dedicated to the goddess of safe childbirth, child-rearing, and protection from bad luck. Amabiki Kannon refers to the statue of the goddess at the temple.
The temple is known for its beautiful grounds, which feature cherry blossoms, peony, azaleas, and hydrangea flowers, depending on the season. Of course, autumn welcomes the sight of striking foliage. There is also a small souvenir shop where you can purchase a memento of your visit.

Temples/Shrines

Western Ibaraki

Koga Park

This 250,000 square meter park is located in the center of Koga City. The park encompasses a large swamp and lotus pond. It is also home to several traditional Japanese farmhouses and the grave of Yoshiuji Ashikaga (1537–1597), the former ruler of the province.
The Koga City Peach Blossom Festival occurs in the park from late March to early April annually. More than 1500 peach trees fill the grounds with delicate pink and white blossoms during the festival. Various special events and performances take place beneath the canopy of flowers.
If you miss the peach blossom festival, the lotus flowers bloom from June to July. The variety of lotus found in Koga Park is the Ogahasu variety, dating back some 2000 years!
Koga Park is a recipient of the UNESCO-Greece Melina Mercouri International Prize for the Safeguarding and Management of Cultural Landscapes. It was the first place in Japan to receive this award.

Parks/Nature

Western Ibaraki

Buyu Sake Brewery

The brewery's namesake "Buyu Sake" is slowly matured over a year inside its traditional warehouse. In addition to sake, Buyu produces a popular amazake, a sweet non-alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice. The brewery is also the perfect stop on a stroll through Yuki City's historic district, known for its silk production. Tours are possible if arranged in advance.

Traditional Crafts/Sake Breweries

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