Onsens in Ibaraki Prefecture

Peaceful coastal hot springs away from urban crowds

Ibaraki (茨城県, Ibaraki-ken), located northeast of Tokyo, is known for its natural beauty and historic sites. The prefecture is home to Hitachi Seaside Park, famous for its seasonal flowers, Kairakuen Garden, one of Japan’s top three gardens, and the towering Ushiku Daibutsu statue. The capital city is Mito.