Muramatsusan Kokuzodo Temple

Central Ibaraki

Temples/Shrines

The temple is one of just three of its kind in Japan. Visitors can pray to end a streak of bad luck or ask for good fortune.
It is a popular spot for hatsumode, or the first temple visit of the New Year. Visitors line up in the early hours on January 1 to say their prayers for a prosperous year ahead.

Information

Address: 8 Muramatsu, Tokai Village
Access: By car: 30-minute drive from the Naka IC on the Joban Expressway
Business Hours: Hours
900-17:00
Prayer sessions are held between 9:00-16:00
Website: https://www.taraku.or.jp/
Contact: TEL: 029-282-2022
Parking: 120 parking spots

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Central Ibaraki

Rental Cycle Tamariba

A place created to have people of various ages gather and interact with one another while revitalizing the town. It is located near JR Katsuta Station and offers bicycle rentals to those interested in touring in the surroundings of Hitachi Seaside Park. Rental fees are 1,000 yen per bicycle for a day. You can also store your belongings here while cycling.

Sports/Outdoor

Central Ibaraki

Tokiwa Shrine

Located next to Kairakuen Garden, Tokiwa Shrine is the largest shrine in Mito City. It is dedicated to Tokugawa Mitsukuni and Tokugawa Nariaki, the second and ninth feudal lords of the Mito Domain during the Edo Period (1603–1868).
Additionally, the Giretsukan building contains paintings, calligraphy, and artworks left by the two lords.

Temples/Shrines

Central Ibaraki

Hitachinaka Festival & Fireworks

The fireworks display is the highlight of this two-day summer festival. The event features over 3,000 fireworks set to dynamic music that adds to the dazzling display.

In addition to fireworks, the festival features various events, including a dance procession and a traditional mikoshi (portable shrine) parade.

Festivals/Events

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5 Restaurants and Cafes at Hitachi Seaside Park: Enjoy Foods Unique to Ibaraki

Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture is one of the most scenic locations in Japan. There are numerous restaurants, cafes, and traditional Japanese restaurants inside and near the park where you can taste Ibaraki's unique cuisine. In this article, we will introduce popular food spots in Ibaraki that use locally sourced ingredients.

Kasamashiko – A Journey Through Japan’s Pottery Culture

The city of Kasama and the town of Mashiko are two of Japan's most renowned producers of traditional pottery. These two areas are often collectively referred to as 'Kasamashiko.' At 'Kasamashiko' visitors can enjoy unique events such as the area's pottery markets or visit spots such as the famous Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum.

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