Tsukuba Botanical Garden

Tsukuba City

Southern Ibaraki

Parks/Nature

Museums/Zoos/Aquariums

Tsukuba Botanical Garden is a unique and fascinating botanical garden in Tsukuba City, one of Japan's leading research hubs.

The expansive grounds showcase plants that are representative of Japan, as well as rare species from all over the world. Visitors can learn about plant variety and evolution, with approximately 3,000 species from diverse climate zones such as tropical, arid, and temperate regions. It provides a chance to experience the rich diversity of nature and feel the mystery of the natural world.

The garden also has special exhibitions and workshops, providing a range of events that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. The gift shop offers guidebooks, botanical postcards, bookmarks, notepapers, plant-related books, and the original products.
Tsukuba Botanical Garden is highly recommended as a place where visitors can enjoy both educational experiences and relaxation.

Information

Address: Ibaraki, Tsukuba, Amakubo 4-1-1
Access: By public transport:
5 minutes by bus from TX Tsukuba Station, get off at "Amakubo (Tsukuba Jikken Shokubutsuen, Tsukuba Botanical Garden)" and walk for 3 minutes
By car:
About 15 minutes from the Sakura-Tsuchiura IC on the Joban Expressway
About 15 minutes from the Tsukuba-Chuo IC on the Ken-O Expressway
Business Hours: 9:00 - 16:30
Closed: Mondays, the day after a national holiday (open if it falls on a Saturday or Sunday), and the New Year holidays (December 28 - January 4)
Website: https://tbg.kahaku.go.jp/
Contact: 029-851-5159
Parking: Standard-sized cars: 120
Microbuses: allowed (by prior reservatons)
Large buses: allowed (by prior reservatons)

Map

See More Visit

Tsukuba City

Southern Ibaraki

Mount Tsukuba

The twin peaks of Mount Tsukuba are symbolic of Ibaraki. In Japanese, the peaks are Nyotai and Nantai, meaning the female peak and male peak, respectively. At 877 meters tall, Nyotai, the female peak, is the higher of the two. Mount Tsukuba is accessible in under two hours from Tokyo, making it ideal for escaping city life and getting in touch with nature. There are over 1000 species of flora and fauna on the mountain alone!
Both peaks are easily accessible by cable car or ropeway. If you're looking to exercise, there are plenty of hiking trails that suit all levels. Many trails have unique rock formations and historical Shinto sites.
While Mount Fuji is the symbol of western Japan, Mount Tsukuba is undeniably the symbol of eastern Japan. No trip to the Kanto region is complete without exploring this mountain!

Parks/Nature

Inashiki City

Southern Ibaraki

Osugi Shrine

Osugi Shrine is dedicated to Anba-sama, a deity traditionally associated with fishing villages. In fact, shrines devoted to Anba-sama are rare. In particular, Osugi Shrine is known for its brightly-colored green and vermillion buildings. Visitors to the shrine can pray for protection from bad luck and misfortunes. Participants drive out lousy luck with music during one of the shrine's annual festivals. Local governments even designate the dancing as an intangible folk culture asset.

Temples/Shrines

Ishioka City

Southern Ibaraki

Ishioka Festival

Ishioka Festival is one of the largest festivities in the Kanto region, attracting nearly half a million visitors annually. It takes place throughout central Ishioka City and Hitachinokuni Soshagu Shrine.
The festival's highlight is the parade that features traditional floats, mikoshi portable shrines, and shishi-mai lion dances. Moreover, Ishioka Festival is perfect for tasting signature Japanese street food and the latest food trends.

Festivals/Events

View All

Read More About Ibaraki

Fukuroda Falls, Hot Springs, and More! Nature Travel in Daigo, Northern Ibaraki

Daigo, a town in northern Ibaraki and home to one of Japan's scenic waterfalls, is a treasure trove of magnificent nature, hot springs, and culinary delights. We introduce enchanting places to visit and outdoor activities in Daigo, as well as hot springs and local food.

Amazing Views! 9 Picturesque Destinations in Ibaraki

Ibaraki Prefecture is a little under a two-hour drive away from central Tokyo. Home to mountains and plains and facing the ocean, Ibaraki has been nicknamed "the Kitchen of Eastern Japan" for its wide selection of fresh ingredients.
What’s more, this region has an abundance of stunning natural scenery! It isn’t an overstatement to call it “a treasure trove of amazing sights.” We’ve carefully selected nine locations with enchanting views in Ibaraki for nature and photography lovers out there!

Simply Spectacular! 5 Must-See Firework Displays in Ibaraki

Firework displays are popular events and a major summer attraction in Japan. Ibaraki Prefecture hosts several festivals where you can enjoy splendid fireworks. The venues are also easily accessible from Tokyo. This includes the Tsuchiura Fireworks Competition, considered one of Japan's three major firework displays. Below, we will introduce five Ibaraki firework displays that shouldn't be missed.

View All