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Oarai Isosaki Jinja

4.5

16 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Isohamachou 6890

The Oarai Isosaki Jinja is a shrine in Oarai Town, Higashiibaraki County, Ibaraki Prefecture, that venerates Ohonamuchi-no-mikoto and Sukunahikona-no-mikoto. The worship hall for the presiding god—a protector of domestic safety and safe naval passage—demonstrates the architectural style of early Edo period, and has been designated a prefectural cultural property. Also, the Kamiiso torii gate praised by Mitsukuni Tokugawa is first among big torii in the Kanto region, and is set on rocks in the sea, for a great view during sunrise and sunset. Shrine worship deals with the ocean, so the Oarai Sea Museum is located nearby.

やっぱり、周りに遮るものがない日の出、太陽はパワーがあり、良いですね。太平洋の岩礁に立ってある鳥居の「神磯の鳥居」です。周りに遮るものがない山のてっぺんからの日の出、太陽も素晴らしいですが、海からの日の出、太陽も良いです。素晴らしい日の出を見ることが来ました。お勧めです。もうそれだけで十分です。気分上々です。
Oarai Marine Tower

3.5

79 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Minatochuou 10

This 60-meter-tall symbolic tower in Oarai Town, Higashiibaraki County, Ibaraki Prefecture was opened in 1988. At 55 meters above ground, the observatory deck offers you a grand panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, Nikko Nasu Mountains, Mt. Tsukuba, and Mt. Fuji. The tower interior includes souvenir shops, a marine theater, and a cafe themed on “Girls und Panzer” —an anime set in Oarai.

駐車場は無料、入場料は３４０円。高さは６０メートルしかないが、周りに高い建物がないのでぐるっとビュー。訪問した日は天気が良かったのだが、訪問時間が午後２時頃、太陽の光が海に反射しまぶしい！なので海方向のきれいな景色、キラキラまぶしく観賞できなかった。天気の良いのも善し悪しなのだなと。
Sakatsura Isosaki-jinja Shrine

4.0

75 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Hitachinakashi Isozakichou 4607-2

This Shinto shrine is on Prefectural Route 6 in Isozakicho, Hitachinaka City. Founded in 856, it honors the deities Onamuchi-no-Mikoto and Sukunabikona-no-Mikoto. It was moved to its present location on the order of Tokugawa Mitsukuni in 1702. The precincts have stone statues of turtles dedicated by big lottery winners, and many come to pray for luck with hitting the lottery. The grounds also have a large woodland area that will give you a look at the special qualities of coastal forests.

Sakatura Isosaki Shrine is a great location in Hitachinaka city. At first, You can see the fantastic tree-lined approach after passing through the torii. I would recommend taking a picture of...
Oarai Museum of Bakumatsu-Meiji History

4.0

16 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Isohamachou 8231-4

A museum located a 10-minute drive from the Mito-Oarai interchange. The museum was built in 1929 by Count Mitsuaki Tanaka, an imperial loyalist in the closing days of the Edo period who later became Minister of the Imperial Household. The museum displays paintings and calligraphic works by imperial loyalists from the late Edo to the Meiji period as well as their forbearers donated by the count, as well as items gifted to the museum by the Imperial Household and other artifacts such as handicrafts connected to the local Oarai area. The museum's collection includes numerous valuable historical items which belonged to or were created by prominent figures, including calligraphy by the last shogun Tokugawa Yoshinobu, Yoshida Shoin, Yamaoka Tesshu, and Saigo Takamori.

歴史を学ぶことができます。主に幕末と明治時代。あまり歴史について詳しくなかったので、へぇと思うことばかり。
Hoshiimo-jinja Shrine

4.0

4 Reviews

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Ibaraki Hitachinaka-shi Ajigauracho 172-2

幸田商店さんの見学と一緒にうかがいました。ほしいも神社と欲しいもの神社をかけて願いがかなう神社です。干し芋の自動販売機があります。
Oarai Wakuwaku Science Museum

3.5

20 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Minatochuou 12

A water science museum situated right in front of sprawling ocean located at the Marine Tower-minami Intersection a 20-minute walk from Oarai Station on the Oarai Kashima Line. The first floor of the museum looks at the world of the sea bottom, while the second floor focuses on the ocean surface and includes exhibits which you can touch and interact with. The museum also holds events every Saturday and Sunday introducing the wonders of the sea through crafting classes and experiments. In addition, there's a playground in the square in front of the museum for small children to play.

入場券を買おうとしたら「本当にご覧になられますか？」と聞かれた確かに内容は???的なものが多いのですが他では見られない、貴重なものが展示されています
Science Museum of Atomic Energy

4.0

11 Reviews

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Ibaraki Naka-gun Tokaimura Muramatsu 225-2

This science museum, Japan's only one dedicated to nuclear power, is situated along National Route 245 an 18-minute drive from the Hitachi-minami Ota Interchange on the Joban Expressway. The museum contains exhibits which introduce the foundations behind atoms and nuclear energy. Visitors can directly look at, touch, and interact with the things they are learning about through exhibits such as a big screen theater showing computer generated videos and the world's largest cloud chamber, which makes it possible to see the natural radiation that is around us at all times. In addition, exhibits on incidents such as the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster and the Tokaimura nuclear accident convey safe ways of utilizing radiation to future generations.

エネルギーとしての原子力に関しての展示は少ないです。一番おもしろかったのは空港のX線検査装置ですね。実物を操作できて、こんな風に映るのかと感心しきりでした。見学の所要時間としては1時間あれば十分ですね。
Shizu-jinja Shrine

4.5

8 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Nakashi Shizu 2

This Shinto shrine is located in Shizu, Naka City. Although the exact date of its founding is unknown, it's estimated to be over 850 years old. The main deities it honors are the warrior god Takehazuchi-no-Mikoto and Shitori-no-Kami, the ancestral god of weaving. An autumn festival takes place annually from November 25th to 27th. Many visitors come at that time when they hold ceremonies like Tsuta Mai and Osasa Myojin. The hill on the western side of the grounds makes up Shizumine Furusato Park, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot.

常陸二ノ宮...
OARAI SEA MUSEUM

3.0

11 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Ibaraki Higashiibaraki-gun Oaraimachi Isohama Machi 6890

A museum located on the grounds of Oarai Isosaki Shrine in Isohama-cho, Oarai Town, Higashiibaraki County. Both the Shinto deities honored at the shrine and the nearby land they're thought to protect are closely tied to the ocean and the fishing industry. As such, the museum was conceived as an education facility that works to raise awareness of and interest in Japan's role as a maritime country. Specimens on display depict the evolution of marine life from protozoa to whales.

神社の敷地内にありコンパクトな博物館でしたでも、展示は、まあまあで、茨城県の海の事が解りました。バスツアーの方が居ましたが見学しない様子ですいていて良かったです
Takeda Clan Residence

3.0

8 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Hitachinakashi Takeda 566-2

"A historic structure located next to Numao Shrine a 10-minute walk from the ""Takedahoncho"" bus stop. Takeda Ward in Hitachinaka City is where the Kai Takeda clan, the clan of the famous samurai lord Takeda Shingen, is believed to have originated. This residence for the Takeda clan is said to have been built near the location of the home of the progenitor of the clan-Minamoto no Yoshikiyo who, along with his son Kiyomitsu, was banished to Kai Province and took up the name ""Takeda"" after the name of the local area. The current residence is a reconstruction built in the early shoin-zukuri style as would have been used by the Takeda clan in the Kamakura period when they were a powerful local family. Inside the residence are exhibits such as a Takeda family tree, mannequins dressed in samurai costumes, and period arms and armor."

東国の要として進出を図って土着したようですが、中世の勢力変遷は複雑で史料も少なく良く分かりません。無料で復元館に資料を配して公開しているのは、様々な方々の努力であり立派と思います。
Naka Magariya

4.0

5 Reviews

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Ibaraki Naka-shi

"A historical building in the Ichinoseki Tameike Water Park in Sugaya, Naka City. Built in 1862, the thatched-roof traditional house was transferred from another city location and rebuilt on the grounds of the park. Visitors can see its ""magari-ya,"" an architectural feature that connected houses, stables, and storehouses in Tohoku and parts of northern Kanto."

市役所向いの一の関ため池親水公園内に移設復元された茅葺屋根の施設。駐車場も数台確保されています。入館料無料。日本昔話的ほのぼのした雰囲気を醸し出しています。余程のへそ曲がり、つむじ曲がりでなければ十分楽しめます。
Oarai Coast

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Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Minatochuou

Oarai Beach, part of the Oarai Prefectural Seaside Park, is located along Oarai Town, Higashiibaraki County, Ibaraki Prefecture. Famous for fishing spots, the Oarai lighthouse, and especially New Year’s sunrises seen through the Kamiiso Torii built on the rocky outcropping with the sound of great breaking waves. This 1.2 kilometer long beach attracts many visitors in the summer. The Oarai Beach was chosen as one of Japan’s Top 100 Shorelines and Top 100 White Sand Beaches with Pine Groves.
Nakaminato Fishing Wharf

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Ibaraki Pref. Hitachinakashi Minatohonchou

This large port, constructed at the mouth of the Naka River, provides many spots for sea fishing within its confines. It is famous for a large variety of fishes such as horse mackerel, goby, sardines, whiting, and greenling. Beginners to accomplished fishers, including families with children, can be seen enjoying this area. Many visitors from out of the prefecture visit the port for the eateries and the open fish market.
Ichijoin Temple

5.0

2 Reviews

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Ibaraki Pref. Nakashi Ida 1085

This is a Shingon Buddhist temple of the chizan sect in Naka City. There is an approximately 16-meter tall statue of Bishamonten, at the entrance to the temple that is said to be the tallest of its kind in Japan. It was modeled after the work of the artist Unkei, whose wood-carved statue of Bishamonten is housed in the Bishamon Hall. The original statue was created in the mid-Kamakura period, and is designated a Cultural Property of the prefecture. This temple is also the seventh temple of the pilgrimage stops along the Kaiunka temple pilgrimage route that visits the primary eight-bodies of gods which protect the year of your birth, one of twelve horary signs. On January third, during the Bishamonten Festival, the inner sanctum is opened and, Daruma and Antique Markets are held and many throng to the celebrations.

Ichijyo-in Temple is one of most exciting places in Naka city. This place is spacious and there are many interesting things that people of various generations can enjoy. There is rich nature at...
Hitachinaka Seaside Railway

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Ibaraki Pref. Hitachinakashi Shakamachi 22-2 Naka Station

A railway line connecting Katsuta Station and Ajigaura Station in Hitachinaka City. Various sightseeing destinations such as Hitachi Seaside Park and the Nakaminato Fish Market are situated along the line, and customers can purchase an all-day pass which allows unlimited rides. At Nakaminato Station, visitors may be welcomed by Osamu, the station's cat.
Torazuka Burial Mound

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Ibaraki Hitachinaka-shi

A burial mound and nationally designated Historic Site in Nakane Sashibu, Hitachinaka City. Thought to have been built around the beginning of the 7th century, the key-hole shaped tumulus is 56. 5 meters long. Excavations that began in 1973 revealed a colored mural in the stone chamber, as well as human remains, ancient burial accessories, and other artifacts. There is a conservation facility on-site, and the mural is open to the public twice a year in spring and autumn.
Kaizokusen Pirates

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Ibaraki Pref. Higashibarakigunoaraimachi Isohamachou 8253

A sightseeing boat cruise operated by Oarai Shinsengumi which docks at the Oarai Town Fisheries Cooperative Wholesale Market in Oarai, Ibaraki Prefecture. Originally operated by Resort Outlet Oarai, after a change in the company which owns and operates it, the cruise began running again. The red and black tour boat, flying a pirate flag, leaves for a 30-minute round trip cruise on the Pacific Ocean from a dock close to Oarai Marine Tower. The exact course of the tour changes depending on circumstances, but tour-goers will get a sweeping view of Oarai from the sea. Seven tours are held every Sunday and on holidays.
Nakaminato Reverberatory Furnace Ruin

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Ibaraki Hitachinaka-shi Sakaecho 1-10

A prefectural designated Historic Site in Shaka-machi, Hitachinaka City. It was built by Tokugawa Nariaki, the 9th head of the Mito Clan for the purpose of casting cannons. It was destroyed during the internal strife of the Tenguto Rebellion in 1864 but was restored in the early Showa period. It is also recognized as a Heritage of Industrial Modernization by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Oarai Art Museum

Leisure / Hobbies

Ibaraki Higashiibaraki-gun Oaraimachi Isohama Machi 8249

"This art museum is located along OaraiKaigan-dori, in Oaraimachi-Isohamacho, Higashi-Ibaraki County. In addition to the permanent display of watercolor paintings by the businessman and intellectual, Hideo Shibusawa, there are also exhibitions for crafts and photographs held in the museum. Visitors can also enjoy “Fukeisoga, Landscape Window Painting,"" which looks like a landscape painting through the framed large window glass facing the sea. ."
Ibaraki Prefecture Mori no Culture Center

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Ibaraki Naka-shi To 4589

A culture center in the Ibaraki Botanical Garden in To, Naka City. Conceived to promote the construction of wooden buildings, the entire structure is made from timber harvested in the prefecture. It has exhibits on forests, forestry, and wildlife, as well as wooden toys and playground equipment.

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Just a stone’s throw from Tokyo, Ibaraki is a coastal prefecture that has mastered juxtapositions, where old shrines meet new scientific discoveries and traditional gardens are frequented by the inventors of some of the newest technology. Head to Mito City's Kairakuen - one of Japan's Three Great Gardens - in spring to experience the cellestial blooming of fantastic cherry blossoms at the annual sakura festival.