Ibaraki Town

Things to do in Ibaraki Town

Search attractions or local attractions & tours
Search

Explore top experiences

Top 10 attractions in Ibaraki Town

View all Attractions
Hitachi Seaside Park
No. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Ibaraki Prefecture

Hitachi Seaside Park

4.3
4.9/5
80 reviews
Hitachi Seaside Park is located in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, facing the Pacific Ocean to the east. It is just a 1-hour drive from Tokyo, making transportation very convenient. The site was formerly a military area and was only converted into a park after 1973. The park is often referred to as Hitachi Seaside Park in Chinese, which is a slight misunderstanding. In Japan's old administrative division system, Ibaraki was known as Hitachi Province. The Japanese kana for "Hitachi" is written as ひたち (Hitachi), which is the same as the word for "Hitachi" (the brand/name), so it is often translated as "Hitachi Seaside Park" domestically. In fact, the officially confirmed translation should be Hitachi Seaside Park. The park has 4 entrances: the West Gate, South Gate, Central Gate, and Seaside Gate. It is divided into the Flower Area, West Entrance Area, South Entrance Area, Forest Area, Grassland Area, Dune Area, and Amusement Area, each with its own unique features. This coastal dune landscape is gently rolling and vast, blooming with different flowers throughout the year. In spring, tulips, daffodils, and nemophila compete in beauty; in summer, zinnias, lavender, and sunflowers are in full bloom; in the fall, cosmos and kochia are the undisputed stars; and in the depths of winter, ice tulips and plum blossoms bring vitality to the snow-white world. The park is perhaps most famous for its Flower Area (Miharashi no Oka). From late April–late May, over 4.5 million graceful blue and white nemophila bloom here. You can also see the deep blue sea in the distance—the sky, the sea, and the sea of flowers are all blue, making you feel as if you have fallen into the blue world of Pandora from Avatar. In summer, this flower field is planted with round, petite kochia. They start out green, gradually turn a mix of green and pink, and by the fall, they turn a vibrant deep red. At this time, you can capture the beautiful scenery of cosmos blooming on the red hills. Local residents also bring their families here to enjoy the flowers and have picnics. If you want to experience the local lifestyle, why not bring some light snacks and a picnic blanket, sit on the grass, and enjoy this beautiful scenery. The West Entrance Area is a great place to enjoy tulips and daffodils in the spring, with a tulip exhibition held every year. Near the Seaside Gate is the vast Dune Area, which features the Fragrance Valley, where over 100 types of spice crops such as mint, lavender, and rosemary are planted. The Grassland Area, located in the center of the park, is filled with colorful zinnias in the summer and fall. With the tall Ferris wheel in the Amusement Area as a background, you can take vibrant and colorful photos here. Entering from the Central Gate brings you to the Amusement Area, which features a popular Ferris wheel, a Kappa House, a carousel, a forest roller coaster, and more. Both children and adults can have a great time here all day. The Sea Side Cafe in the Dune Area is also a must-visit attraction. This is an oceanfront cafe located in the Glass House. As the name suggests, its exterior features floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Sit at the outdoor cafe seating facing the Pacific Ocean, order a cup of aromatic coffee with a Western-style light meal, and gaze at the sea and sky merging in a space that blends brightness and tranquility. Because the park is so vast, walking the entire way is very tiring, so many visitors choose to take the park's seaside train or rent a bicycle to explore. The seaside train has stops in every area and at the park's 4 main gates. The train generally departs from the Central Gate and stops at 10 stations in sequence: Rose Garden Station, South Gate Station, Desert and Sea Forest Station, Seaside Terrace Station, Seaside Gate Station, Grassland Station, Flower Area (Miharashi no Oka) Station, Memorial Forest Station, and West Gate Station. Bicycle rental points in the park are located at the 4 main gate entrances, and bicycles must be returned to the rental location.Hitachinaka · 15.2km from Ibaraki Town

Experiences you can't miss in Ibaraki Town

Featured Day tours in Ibaraki Town

View all Day tours
Tokyo Nikko World Heritage Temple + Lake Chuzenji + Kegon Falls + Iroha Road Day Trip
Trip.Select
󱌍
4.7/5
· 134 reviews· 1.2k booked
Duration: 7.7 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
93.3% of travelers recommend
8% off
Limited-time sale
FromNZD 95.58NZD 103.9
9-person small group | Nikko World Heritage 1-day tour: Tōshō-gū Shrine & Lake Chūzenji & optional hot spring bath
Trip.Select
󱌍
4.7/5
· 60 reviews· 800 booked
Duration: 9.1 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Book now for tomorrow
90% of travelers recommend
FromNZD 85.09
Tokyo Nikko world heritage tour | 1-day tour to Toshogu shrine + Lake Chūzenji + Kegon waterfalls
󱌍
4.8/5
· 18 reviews· 276 booked
Duration: 9.6 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Book now for tomorrow
42 bookings in 7 days
FromNZD 81.47
Tokyo Private Transfer to or from Tokyo Disney Resort (Driver with Translator Support Included | Point-to-Point One-Way Charter | No Ride Sharing)
󱌍
5.0/5
· 24 reviews· 336 booked
Duration: 15 mins
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
24 consecutive positive reviews
FromNZD 103.49
[Guaranteed Departure] Nikko Autumn Foliage : Kegon Falls+Toshogu+Lake Chuzenji+Shinkyo Bridge Day Tour(From Tokyo)
󱌍
4.9/5
· 7 reviews· 147 booked
Duration: 11.5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Book now for tomorrow
24 bookings in 7 days
30% off
Limited-time sale
FromNZD 76.45NZD 109.22
Tokyo.DaikokuPA photo nights. 6 seats easy access
󱌍
4.6/5
· 85 reviews· 130 booked
Duration: 2–3 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for today
91.8% of travelers recommend
FromNZD 460.97
Small group of 9 people - fall maple viewing · Nikko 1-day tour: Toshogu Shrine + Lake Chūzenji + Kegon Waterfalls
󱌍
4.9/5
· 24 reviews· 174 booked
Duration: 8.7 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
82 travellers saved
FromNZD 112.80
9-person small group · Nikko Toshogu Shrine fall 1-day tour · Kegon Waterfalls · Lake Chūzenji · Irohazaka
󱌍
4.9/5
· 51 reviews· 286 booked
Duration: 9.8 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
36 consecutive positive reviews
FromNZD 106.16

Featured Food & drink in Ibaraki Town

View all Food & drink
Asakusa Sumo Show & Wrestler's Dining Experience in Tokyo
󱌍
5.0/5
· 4 reviews· 190 booked
Duration: 2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromNZD 182.44
Yakiniku in Tokyo | Rokkasen Shinjuku | All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu, Crab & Lobster Feast
󱌍
5.0/5
· 4 reviews· 100 booked
Duration: 2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromNZD 142.53
Tokyo Sumo & Geisha Show with A5 Wagyu Dinner in Asakusa
󱌍
5.0/5
· 3 reviews· 90 booked
Duration: 2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromNZD 342.08
[Sumo Park Ryogoku, Tokyo] Sumo show & chicken hot pot & mochi pounding experience full itinerary
󱌍
4.1/5
· 7 reviews· 172 booked
Duration: 1.5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
FromNZD 180.48
1-day tour to Oarai Isosaki Shrine, Nakaminato Fish Market and Hitachi Seaside Park flower fields
󱌍
4.0/5
· 2 reviews· 43 booked
Duration: 9 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromNZD 94.00
Toguri Shinjuku NOWA
󱌍
Free cancellation
Book now for today
FromNZD 31.59
Tokyo Chopstick Making Workshop & Cultural Insights
󱌍
4.9/5
· 531 reviews
Duration: 35 mins
English
Free cancellation
Book now for today
100 consecutive positive reviews
5% off
Limited-time sale
FromNZD 10.66NZD 11.23
Panda hotpot Ikebukuro branch | All-you-can-eat Wagyu beef hotpot | Online-exclusive deal | Available anytime·Free cancellation
󱌍
FromNZD 59.79

Featured Culture & history in Ibaraki Town

View all Culture & history
Lace yukata kimono rental experience at Asakusa Temple, Tokyo | Complete with simple hairstyling and accessories | Ruri
󱌍
4.9/5
· 546 reviews· 1k booked
Duration: 2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Book now for today
98% of travelers recommend
FromNZD 15.74
Ginzabashi chopstick Ginza chopstick making experience
󱌍
4.9/5
· 9 reviews· 219 booked
Duration: 1 hr
English
Free cancellation
Book now for today
FromNZD 11.28
Tokyo Asakusa Chopsticks Making Workshop
󱌍
4.9/5
· 8 reviews· 127 booked
Duration: 1 hr
English
Free cancellation
Book now for today
FromNZD 11.28
Tokyo Kimono, Furisode, Yukata Rental Experience & Photography - Ookini Asakusa Store
󱌍
59 booked
Duration: 4.5 hrs
English
Instant confirmation
Book now for today
FromNZD 38.92
Fashion Asakusa kimono rental, makeup, and tea ceremony experience OSHARE ASAKUSA
󱌍
4.7/5
· 16 reviews· 55 booked
Duration: 5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
FromNZD 90.24

Featured City sightseeing in Ibaraki Town

View all City sightseeing
Tokyo Imperial Palace Tour: Gardens, Castle & Shogun Stories
󱌍
24 booked
Duration: 2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
FromNZD 25.07
Hato bus experience: Tokyo half-day tour
Trip.Select
󱌍
5.0/5
· 1 review
Duration: 4.2 hrs
English
Free cancellation
FromNZD 71.07
Tokyo: Guided Go-kart Tour
󱌍
English
Free cancellation
Book now for today
FromNZD 198.26
Ride the Hato bus! Panoramic 1-day tour (departing from Tokyo station/Shinjuku station)
Trip.Select
󱌍
FromNZD 146.64
[IN Tokyo] Edo-style experience + god of fortune at Koami shrine + century-old taiyaki half-day stroll
Trip.Select
󱌍
5.0/5
· 5 reviews
Duration: 6 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
FromNZD 103.76
1-day tour to Nikko from Tokyo in Japan for 9-person group with hotel pickup: Toshogu Shrine + Kegon Waterfalls
󱌍
FromNZD 146.64
Ibaraki Town Today's weatherMostly cloudy 9-17℃
Ibaraki Town weather for the next 2 days11/3: 9-20℃, 11/4: 12-18℃

Free things to do in Ibaraki Town

What travellers say about Ibaraki Town

user-avatar
Dungdt13 June 2026
5.0
It is fantastic. The voucher is valuable and very easy to use

Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium

user-avatar
WLS0086 October 2023
5.0
I came for the plum festival on March 2023.I think the flowering rate is about 50%.It seems that there are early and late blooming plums, and there were many plums that were still in bud.The entrance fee was 300 yen.Parking is advantageous during the plum festival and costs 500 yen.It was a weekday so it wasn't crowded.

Kairakuen

user-avatar
sam73324 October 2025
5.0
Ibaraki is a surprising spot. With clear skies and the peak season for pink lilies, it's packed with visitors and the scenery is stunning. It's definitely worth a visit, and even relaxing at the beachside cafe is a must-see if you're in Ibaraki!

Hitachi Seaside Park

user-avatar
ぴぴぴーる8 October 2022
4.0
It was interesting. I recommend the mentaiko furikake.

Mentai Park Oarai

user-avatar
타네17 October 2023
5.0
I really love this place! The view from the open-air bath is great, and the bedrock bath was amazing.

Hitachinaka Onsen Kirari Bettei

user-avatar
游侠半仙16 March 2020
5.0
Kodokan was designated as an important national heritage by Japan in 1964. The well-preserved main hall, the main hall, the main stone tablet, the restored Confucius Temple, and the Hachimando Hall showcase the history of Japan's Edo period.

Kodokan

Trip Moments in Ibaraki Town

Popular cities near Ibaraki Town

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Ibaraki Town?

Don't miss these attractions in Ibaraki Town: Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium, Kairakuen, and Oarai Isosaki Shrine. If you like Day tours, try Tokyo Nikko World Heritage Temple + Lake Chuzenji + Kegon Falls + Iroha Road Day Trip. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Asakusa Sumo Show & Wrestler's Dining Experience in Tokyo.

You can give Asakusa Sumo Show & Wrestler's Dining Experience in Tokyo and Yakiniku in Tokyo | Rokkasen Shinjuku | All-You-Can-Eat Wagyu, Crab & Lobster Feast a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Tokyo Nikko World Heritage Temple + Lake Chuzenji + Kegon Falls + Iroha Road Day Trip, 9-person small group | Nikko World Heritage 1-day tour: Tōshō-gū Shrine & Lake Chūzenji & optional hot spring bath, and Tokyo Nikko world heritage tour | 1-day tour to Toshogu shrine + Lake Chūzenji + Kegon waterfalls. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 2 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Ibaraki Town is around NZD 76.45 – NZD 460.97. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

Get help anytime, anywhere within 30 secondsContact customer support

Change and cancellation policies vary by attractions and tours. Please check the product details page for more information.

Ticket prices may vary between weekdays and weekends, as well as during peak and off-peak seasons. When booking with Trip.com, you can also use Trip Coins to get extra savings. For more tips on booking discounted tickets, please visit Trip.com for the latest information.