Ibaraki Regional Guide
Ibaraki Prefecture
If you are looking to enjoy golf near Tokyo, Ibaraki Prefecture is an excellent choice. Known historically as Hitachi Province— a land blessed with wide open spaces and abundant water— Ibaraki has long supported a prosperous lifestyle. Today, it remains a hidden gem for international visitors, offering rich nature, traditional culture, and outstanding golf.
Located northeast of Tokyo along the Pacific coast, Ibaraki combines easy access with uncrowded landscapes. The region is home to historic gardens, shrines, sake breweries, and seasonal flower parks, as well as fresh seafood and highquality local produce. Many golf courses can be reached within 30 to 60 minutes from central Tokyo or Narita and Haneda airports, making Ibaraki ideal for short golf trips or extended stays.
Thanks to its mild climate and low snowfall, golf can be enjoyed comfortably throughout the year.
Sightseeing
Key Points
114 GOLF COURSES
HOME TO THE KASAMA INARI SHRINE
VARIOUS TOPGRAPHY FROM MOUNTAINS TO SEASIDE
KNOWN AS‘ JAPAN’ S KITCHEN’
FAMOUS FOR SEAFOOD AND SUSHI
HITACHI SEASIDE PARK
Stretching along the Pacific coast, Hitachi Seaside Park is one of Ibaraki’ s most iconic scenic attractions. The expansive park is famous for its seasonal flower displays— most notably the blue nemophila that blanket the hillsides each spring, creating a breathtaking sea of blue against the sky and ocean.
With wide walking paths, ocean views, and open spaces, the park offers a relaxing and visually striking experience, making it an ideal sightseeing stop to pair with a golf itinerary in Ibaraki.
KAIRAKUEN GARDEN
One of Japan’ s Three Great Gardens, Mito Kairakuen is a must-visit cultural landmark in Ibaraki Prefecture. Renowned for its elegant landscape design, the garden is especially famous for its plum blossoms, with around 3,000 trees of over 100 varieties blooming from February to March.
Within the grounds stands Kobuntei, a historic villa once used by the Mito Domain’ s feudal lord for poetry gatherings and cultural events.
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