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Guide to Tourist Attractions and Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Tsukuba City


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Recommended Early Summer Flower Sightseeing in Tsukuba City

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List of Tourist Attractions and Recommended Spots in Tsukuba City

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41 Tourist Attractions and Recommended Spots (770 scenes)

Tsukuba City has many tourist attractions and recommended spots, and the following are those for which interviews and registration have been completed.

List of Recommended VR Videos of Tsukuba City Tourist Spots

9 Recommended Tourist Spot VR Videos

List of Ground and Aerial Videos of Tsukuba City Tourist Spots

2 Recommended Tourist Spot Ground/Aerial Videos

Tsukuba City Tourism VR Tour Map and Access Guide

The Tsukuba City Tourist Spot VR Tour Map is a map that allows you to confirm the registered locations of all VR scenes within Tsukuba City. On the map below, click on the red-orange (Wide-area starting point), orange (Municipal narrow-area starting point), blue (Aerial), yellow (Ground) points to display the VR scene point names. Clicking on that scene display will allow you to view the VR scene of that location.

The map above uses a web display system for map area movement. If you move the center of the map to another municipality within Ibaraki Prefecture, you can navigate to that municipality's tourism information page.


Main Tourist Access to Tsukuba City

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〇Tourist Access by Car
・Joban Expressway:Yatabe IC(Tsukuba City), Sakura-Tsuchiura IC(Tsukuba City, Tsuchiura City), Tsuchiura-Kita IC(Tsuchiura City)
・Ken-O Expressway (Metropolitan Inter-City Expressway):Tsukuba-Chuo IC(Tsukuba City), Tsukuba-Ushiku IC(Tsukuba City)
・Kita-Kanto Expressway: Sakuragawa-Chikusei IC→Prefectural Road 41→Tsukuba City
・National Route 408: Narita City, Chiba Prefecture→Tsukuba City←Takanezawa Town, Tochigi Prefecture
・National Route 354: Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture→Tsukuba City←Hokota City, Ibaraki Prefecture
・National Route 125: Katori City, Chiba Prefecture→Tsukuba City←Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture
・National Route 6: Chuo Ward, Tokyo→Ushiku City, Tsuchiura City(→Tsukuba City)←Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture
・National Route 294: Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture→Joso City, Shimotsuma City(→Tsukuba City)←Aizu-Wakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture 
〇Tourist Access by Train
・Tsukuba Express: Tsukuba City, Midorino Station, Kenkyu-gakuen Station, Tsukuba Station
・JR Joban Line: Ushiku Station, Hitachinoushiku Station, Arakawaoki Station, Tsuchiura Station→Tsukuba City
〇Tourist Access by Highway Bus
・JR Bus Kanto: Tokyo Station→Tsukuba City
・Kanto Railway: Tokyo Station, Ueno Station, Toei Asakusa Station, Yashio PA→Tsukuba City
・Ibaraki Kotsu: Nagoya Station, Tomei Toyota A→Tsukuba City
・Kanto Railway/Kintetsu Bus: Osaka Station, Kyoto Station, etc.→Tsukuba City
〇Bus Tourist Access from Airports
・Narita Airport→Tsukuba City, ・Haneda Airport→Tsukuba City, ・Ibaraki Airport→Tsukuba City

Tsukuba Center/Tsukuba Station Area: Tourist Starting Point

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Aerial panoramic photo of Tsukuba Center and Tsukuba Station with VR tour link
(1) Starting Point for Sightseeing and Transportation
Tsukuba Center Building is located in Azuma, Tsukuba City, and is a landmark facility of Tsukuba Science City. It integrates hotels, concert halls, commercial and business facilities. Additionally, Tsukuba Station of Tsukuba Express, a highway bus terminal, and local bus terminals are located nearby, making it the transportation hub of Tsukuba City.
Location〒305-0031 1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Starting Point for VR Tour

Sightseeing Starting Point for Tsukuba City VR Tour
The area around Tsukuba Center Building is the sightseeing starting point for the Tsukuba City VR tour, allowing you to move to aerial VR views of all sightseeing spots in Tsukuba City. Furthermore, you can move to sightseeing starting points in neighboring municipalities and from here to nearby recommended sightseeing spots out of the 16 recommended sightseeing spots in Ibaraki Prefecture.

The image above is a VR aerial panorama photo taken at 148m above Tsukuba Center Building. The Tsukuba Center Building area VR tour consists of 148m aerial views, Tsukuba Station, the bus terminal, Tsukuba Center Building, and the pedestrian deck.

Tsukuba Expo Center: Science Exhibition and Experience Spot in Tsukuba City

Aerial panoramic photo of Tsukuba Central Park and Tsukuba Expo Center with VR tour link

The Tsukuba Expo Center is a popular tourist attraction in Tsukuba City. It was established as a science museum after the closing of the International Science and Technology Exposition (Science Expo) held in Tsukuba Science City in 1985, with the aim of making the latest science and familiar scientific concepts accessible to everyone. In addition to exhibitions and hands-on experiences of various scientific technologies, you can also see the research achievements of researchers in Tsukuba Science City. Featuring one of the world's largest planetariums and a life-sized H-II rocket model displayed outdoors, it is a recommended spot for children, families, and couples visiting Tsukuba City for sightseeing and experiences. *You can view more details with the Tsukuba Science City VR Tour.

Location〒305-0031 2-9 Azuma, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture

ContactTEL:029-858-1100

ReferenceTsukuba Expo Center Official Website

Click the photo to view the VR scene above Tsukuba Expo Center. The Tsukuba Expo Center VR tour allows you to see the Tsukuba Expo Center and its surroundings.


Mount Tsukuba: A Popular Spot for Sightseeing and Hiking

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Aerial panoramic photo of the south side of Mount Tsukuba with VR tour link
Mount Tsukuba is a popular tourist attraction in Tsukuba City, a mountain popular for hiking and sightseeing, consisting of two peaks, East and West. Nyotai-san (East Peak) has an elevation of 877m, and Nantai-san (West Peak) has an elevation of 871m. In addition to hiking trails from various directions, you can also reach near the summit by cable car or ropeway. The foothills of Mount Tsukuba include Tsukuba City, Ishioka City, and Sakuragawa City. The entire Mount Tsukuba area is designated as part of Suigo Tsukuba Quasi-National Park and is subject to cultural landscape protection. Mount Tsukuba is a specially selected attraction in Ibaraki Prefecture for sightseeing, hiking, camping, and hot springs.
For sightseeing around Mount Tsukuba, you can find more details on the Mount Tsukuba sightseeing guide page.

Oda Castle Ruins: A National Designated Sightseeing Spot in Tsukuba City

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Aerial photo of Odajo Castle Ruins and VR tour link

Odajo Castle was the residence of the Oda clan, located in present-day Oda, Tsukuba City, from the Kamakura period to the Sengoku period. The castle ruins are a nationally designated historic site, with a pond and other features restored within the main bailey space surrounded by moats and earthworks. Next to the castle ruins, there is also the Odajo Castle Ruins Historical Plaza Information Center where you can learn about the Oda clan and Odajo Castle Ruins.

Location300-4223 2377-1 Oda, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture

ContactOdajo Castle Ruins Historical Plaza・TEL 029-867-4070

ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Cultural Property Exhibition Facilities Introduction Page


Explanation of Odajo Castle and Tourist VR Tour Guide

Photo of Odajo Castle Ruins information board

Hatta Tomoie, who fought alongside Minamoto no Yoritomo when Yoritomo destroyed the Taira clan and established the Kamakura shogunate, received the shugo (provincial constable) position of Hitachi Province for his achievements and built Odajo Castle, becoming the ancestor of the Oda clan.
Until then, the southern part of Hitachi Province was governed by the Hitachi Taira clan, who had overthrown Taira no Masakado, but the Oda clan eventually became the largest daimyo in southern Hitachi Province, subjugating the Hitachi Taira clan. During the Koji and Eiroku eras of the Sengoku period, the head of the Oda clan, Oda Ujiharu, repeatedly engaged in conflicts with the Satake clan, Tagaya clan, Makabe clan, Uesugi Kenshin of Echigo, and the Later Hojo clan of Odawara. However, he was defeated in the Battle of Tebaisaka against the Satake clan in Tensho 1 (1573), and Odajo Castle fell into the hands of the Satake clan.
After Genki 1 (1570), lords from the Satake lineage, such as Ota Sukemasa (grandson of Ota Dokan), took over the castle, and it was abandoned in Keicho 7 (1602) when the Satake clan was transferred to Akita.

The image is an aerial panoramic photo taken 148m above the islet of Odajo Castle. The Odajo Castle VR tour consists of aerial views from 148m and 50m, as well as earthworks, the main bailey, and an information board.


Hirasawa Kanga Remains: Tsukuba City Tourist Attraction / Nationally Designated

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Aerial photo of Hirasawa Kanga Remains and VR tour link
(1) Hirasawa Kanga Remains Tourist Information
Hirasawa Kanga Remains (Hirasawa Kanga Iseki) is a tourist attraction in Tsukuba City, located in Hirasawa, Tsukuba City. It is a site believed to be the remains of the county office of Tsukuba County in Hitachi Province during the Nara and Heian periods, and it is designated as a National Historic Site. Within the grounds, three raised-floor warehouses—a kura (storehouse), a dozo (earthen storehouse), and an itakura (wooden storehouse)—have been restored, and an information center is also attached.
Location〒300-4213 353 Hirasawa, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactHirasawa Kanga Remains Historical Plaza 029-867-5841
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Cultural Property Exhibition Facilities Introduction Page
(2) Explanation of Hirasawa Kanga Remains Tourist VR Tour
The image is an aerial panoramic photo taken 148m above Hirasawa Kanga Remains. The Hirasawa Kanga Remains VR tour consists of aerial views from 148m and 50m, as well as the ground level of Hirasawa Kanga Remains.

Oike Park (Hojo Oike Pond): Seasonal Tourist Spot in Tsukuba City

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Aerial photo of cherry blossom scenery at Oike Park and VR tour link
(1) Tourist Information for Oike Park, Tsukuba City
Oike Park in Tsukuba City is a park centered around Hojo Oike Pond in Hojo, Tsukuba City, featuring a gymnasium, baseball field, and artificial turf tennis courts, making it a great place to enjoy sports casually. Oike Pond is equipped with benches, resting facilities, and walking paths. Approximately 250 cherry trees are planted around the pond, and it is known as a cherry blossom viewing spot in Tsukuba City. It is also a popular fishing spot for crucian carp, etc. To its north lies the Hirasawa Kanga Ruins Historical Plaza Information Center.
Location〒300-4231 1477-1 Hojo, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactHirasawa Kanga Ruins Historical Plaza Information Center 029-867-5841
ContactTsukuba General Gymnasium 029-867-1058
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Oike Park Introduction Page
(2) Explanation of Oike Park VR Tour, Tsukuba City
The image is a VR panoramic aerial photo taken from 31m above a small island in Hojo Oike Pond. The Oike Park VR tour consists of aerial shots from 145m and 31m, as well as the south and north sides of Hojo Oike Pond, among others.

Mount Hōkyō: Hiking and Historic Site Tourist Spot in Tsukuba City

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Aerial photo of Mount Hōkyō summit view and VR tour link
(1) Tourist Information for Mount Hōkyō
Mount Hōkyō (Hōkyōsan) is a mountain in the northeastern part of Tsukuba City with an elevation of 461 meters. It is a mountain of ancient faith and is also called Mt. Oda. At its summit is the largest Hōkyōintō in Kanto, which is also the origin of the mountain's name and is designated as an Ibaraki Prefectural Cultural Property. To the east, you can enjoy Kasumigaura; to the southwest, the Kanto Plain and Mount Fuji; and to the north, Mount Tsukuba and the Nikko mountain range, offering a 360-degree panorama. Six hiking courses are also maintained, allowing visitors to enjoy various landscapes and plants. It is recommended as a hiking, sightseeing, scenic, and New Year's sunrise spot in Tsukuba City. Additionally, the views of the Kobushi magnolias, cherry blossoms, and autumn leaves of Mount Hōkyō are also highly recommended.
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Mount Hōkyō Introduction Page

Location〒300-4223 4544 Oda, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture

Mount Hōkyō Oda Rest Area / ContactTEL:029-867-1368

(2) Mount Hōkyō VR Tour
The explanatory image is a VR panoramic aerial photo taken from 100m above the southern side of Mount Hōkyō. The Mount Hōkyō VR tour consists of aerial shots from 148m, 100m, and 60m, as well as views near the summit of Mount Hōkyō, the rest area, and more.

Mount Hōkyō Oda Rest Area: Hiking Spot

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Scenic photo of Mt. Hōkyō-san Oda Rest Area and VR tour link
(1) Oda Rest Area Spot Guide
Oda Rest Area is a rest stop located near the "Mt. Hōkyō-san Entrance" bus stop and serves as the starting point for the Mt. Hōkyō-san hiking course. There is a free parking lot for approximately 70 standard-sized cars.
Location〒300-4223 4544 Oda, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactTEL:029-867-1368
(2) Oda Rest Area Tourist VR Tour Description
This VR tour consists of an aerial view from 147m, the rest area, and the parking lot.

Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue: Historic Site & Recommended Autumn Leaves Spot

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Explanation board of the stone Jizo Bodhisattva statue in Oda, Tsukuba City, scenic photo of the statue, and VR tour link
(1) Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue Spot Guide
The Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue is a Jizo Bodhisattva statue located at the entrance to the former Gokurakuji Temple site in Oda, Tsukuba City. It is an inscribed stone Jizo Bodhisattva statue from the late Kamakura period and is designated as an Ibaraki Prefectural Cultural Property (sculpture), including its stone shrine with a roof. There are also two old maple trees at this location. Along with the gorinto (five-ring pagoda) at Gokurakuji Park, it is a recommended historical sightseeing spot in Tsukuba City.
ReferenceIbaraki Prefectural Board of Education Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue Introduction Page
Location〒300-4223 4003 Oda, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue Tourist VR Tour Description
The image is a 360° panoramic VR photo of the Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue. This VR tour consists of an aerial view from 146m, the Stone Jizo Bodhisattva Statue, and an explanation board.

Gokurakuji Park: Nature & History Sightseeing Spot

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Scenic photo of Gokurakuji Park in Oda, Tsukuba City, and VR tour link
(1) Gokurakuji Park Spot Guide
Gokurakuji Park is a park located at the former Gokurakuji Temple site in Oda, Tsukuba City. It is along the Gokurakuji course of the Mt. Hōkyō-san hike. There is an explanation board about Gokurakuji Temple and Ninshō, as well as an Owl Gallery. The area around this park features a pristine Japanese landscape, making it a recommended scenic spot.
Location〒300-4223 Oda, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Gokurakuji Park Tourist VR Tour Description
The image is a 360° panoramic photo of the Gokurakuji Park explanation board. The Gokurakuji Park VR tour consists of an aerial view from 148m, the Gokurakuji Temple explanation board, the Owl Gallery, and the gorinto (five-ring pagoda).

Gokurakuji Temple and the High Priest Ninshō

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At the foot of Mt. Hokyozan (Mt. Oda) in Oda, Tsukuba City, there was a huge temple called Mimurayama Gokurakuji (Mimura Temple) during the Heian period. In the Kamakura period, Tomoie Hatta (ancestor of the Oda Castle and Oda clan) rebuilt the temple, which had been destroyed by war. The same bell from that time still exists as a National Important Cultural Property at Tokakuji Temple in Tsuchiura City.
In Kencho 4 (1252), Ninsho of Saidaiji Temple in Nara went to Kanto for full-scale missionary activities, spreading Buddhism in the Joso region based at Hitachi Mimura Temple. In Shoka 2 (1257), Ninsho renovated the main hall of Gokurakuji Temple.
In Shogen 1 (1259), in response to the invitation of Hojo Shigetoki, he founded Gokurakuji Temple in Kamakura in Bunei 4 (1267), became a high priest of the Shingon Ritsu sect, and died in Kamakura.
Reference: Ibaraki Prefectural Museum of History Excavated Roof Tiles from the Mimurayama Seireiin Gokurakuji Temple Site


Gokurakuji Park Gorinto (Five-Ring Pagoda): Hiking and Historic Site Spot

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Scenic photo of the Gorinto at Gokurakuji Park and link to VR tour
(1) Gokurakuji Park Gorinto Spot Information
The Gorinto in Gokurakuji Park is located under a cherry tree on the path to the Gorinto, which branches off from the Gokurakuji course of Mt. Hōkyōzan hiking trail. It dates back to the late Kamakura period and is designated as a Tsukuba City Cultural Property. The Gorinto is a recommended historical sightseeing spot in Tsukuba City.
Location〒300-4223 Oda, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Gokurakuji Park Gorinto Tourism VR Tour Description
The image is a 360° panoramic photo of the Gorinto in Gokurakuji Park. This VR tour is linked to Gokurakuji Park.

Tsukuba Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road: Cycling and Cherry Blossom Spot

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Aerial view photo of the cherry blossom trees along Tsukuba Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road in Hojo and link to VR tour
(1) Tsukuba Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road Spot Information
The Tsukuba Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road is a cycling course approximately 180 km long, combining the abandoned railway track of the former Tsukuba Railway and the lakeside road circling Lake Kasumigaura. Near Hojo, Tsukuba City, cherry trees are planted along the Ring Ring Road, forming a cherry blossom tunnel in spring, where you can enjoy cycling while admiring the blossoms. It is a recommended cycling and seasonal sightseeing spot in Tsukuba City.
Location〒300-4231 Hojo, Tsukuba City
ReferenceTsukuba Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road Official Website
(2) Tsukuba Kasumigaura Ring Ring Road, Hojo Tourism VR Tour Description
The image is an aerial panoramic photo taken 148m above the Ring Ring Road near Hojo. The Ring Ring Road Hojo Cherry Blossom VR Tour consists of aerial shots from 148m, 40m, 3m, etc.

Hiuchiga Pond: Mt. Tsukuba Landscape, Fishing, and Cluster Amaryllis Spot

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Landscape photo and VR tour link for Hiuchigai Pond in Numata, Tsukuba City
(1) Hiuchigai Pond Spot Information
Hiuchigai Pond is an agricultural reservoir with a circumference of about 600m, located in Numata, Tsukuba City, at the foot of Mt. Tsukuba. The harmony between the vast rural landscape and Mt. Tsukuba is beautiful, making it popular as a photo spot and fishing ground. Hiuchigai Pond,on the south embankment of Hiuchigai Pond, there is a great hackberry tree (enoki) estimated to be 300 years old,and in autumn, cluster amaryllis bloom profusely on the embankment, famous as a tourist spot for cluster amaryllis.
Location300-4353 2043 Numata, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Hiuchigai Pond Sightseeing VR Tour (4 scenes)
The image is a VR of the panoramic photo of the south side of Hiuchigai Pond. This VR tour consists of aerial photography at 148m, the north side, the south side, and the great hackberry tree.

Hiuchigai Pond's Great Hackberry Tree

Landscape photo and VR tour link for the great hackberry tree at Hiuchigai Pond in Numata, Tsukuba City

On the south side of Hiuchigai Pond in Numata, Tsukuba City, stands a great hackberry tree (enoki) estimated to be 300 years old. Unfortunately, its central branch broke around 2013, but even the remaining trunk is quite impressive.


Tsukuba Hakusui Lake: Recommended Spot for Scenery and Fishing

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Landscape photo and VR tour link for Tsukuba Hakusui Lake in Ajiki, Tsukuba City
(1) Tsukuba Hakusui Lake Spot Information
Tsukuba Hakusui Lake is a crucian carp fishing spot located in Ajiki, Tsukuba City. Business hours are typically from dawn to 16:00, and on Sundays and holidays, from dawn to 15:00. Crucian carp remain active even in the dead of winter, allowing for active fishing throughout the year.
Location〒300-4205 2552-2 Ajiki, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactTEL:029-865-1361
(2) Tsukuba Hakusui Lake Sightseeing VR Tour (6 scenes)
The image is a VR of a 360° panoramic photo of the south side of Tsukuba Hakusui Lake. This VR tour consists of aerial photography at 148m and 5 ground scenes.

Ippai-kan Pond (Hanashitsu Pond): Cherry Blossoms, Water Lilies, and Fishing Spot

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Landscape photo and VR tour link for water lilies at Ippai-kan Pond in Hanashitsu, Tsukuba
(1) Ippai-kan Pond (Hanashitsu Pond) Tourist Information
Ippai-kan Pond (Hanashitsu Pond) is an agricultural reservoir in Hanashitsu, Tsukuba City, with an area of approximately 2,000 square meters. Local residents maintain it as a local mini-park. It is also famous as a crucian carp fishing spot, with cherry blossoms blooming in spring and water lilies blooming profusely in the pond in summer.
Location
〒305-0025 Hanashitsu, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Explanation of Ippai-kan Pond (Hanashitsu Pond) VR Tour
The image is a panoramic photo of water lilies at Ippai-kan Pond (Hanashitsu Pond). This VR tour consists of 9 ground VR scenes.

Takasaki Nature Forest: Nature Search & Experience Spot

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Scenery photo of Takasaki Nature Forest information board and VR tour link
(1) Takasaki Nature Forest Spot Information
Takasaki Nature Forest is a forest managed and opened by the city, leased from private landowners, with the aim of preserving the natural environment, fostering greenery, and promoting interaction between people and nature. While primarily intended for use by citizens, those from outside the city can freely enjoy nature observation, walking, flower viewing, etc. However, there are prohibited activities and matters requiring permission, so please check the Takasaki Nature Forest page.
Facilities include: 1. Four Seasons Forest (trees, wildflowers, autumn leaves) 2. Play Forest (lawn area) 3. Cherry Blossom Forest (double-flowered cherry blossoms) 4. Wild Bird Forest (bird watching) 5. Lakeside Forest (water lilies and irises) 6. Honobono Plaza (flower fields, weeping cherry blossoms, new cherry blossoms)
Location
〒300-1245 1078-1 Takasaki, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Contact
Tsukuba City Economic Department, Wildlife Management and Forest Conservation Office 029-883-1111
Reference
Tsukuba City Official Website Takasaki Nature Forest Introduction Page
(2) Description of Takasaki Nature Forest VR Tour
It consists of 1 aerial scene and currently 25 VR scenes including Four Seasons Forest, Honobono Plaza, Lakeside Forest, etc.

Gokakudo: Tsukuba City Historic Site Tourist Spot

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Scenery photo of Gokakudo in Yatabe, Tsukuba City and VR tour link
(1) Gokakudo Spot Information
Gokakudo is a pentagonal building located in Yatabe, Tsukuba City, designated as a "Gokakudo and Japanese Clock" and is an Ibaraki Prefecture Designated Cultural Property (Historic Site). It is said that Iizuka Iganana, a private scientist born in Horeki 12 (1762), designed it, and a geared thresher was installed inside. The 2-meter tall large Japanese clock designed by Iizuka Iganana is said to have automatically rung drums and bells in the morning and evening, and automatically opened and closed the gates of the Iizuka family. If you wish to see the interior, please contact the Tsukuba City Board of Education for permission.
Location〒305-0861 1945 Yatabe, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceIbaraki Prefectural Board of Education Gokakudo Introduction Page
ReferenceTsukuba City Board of Education
(2) Description of Gokakudo Tourist VR Tour
The image is a 360° panoramic photo in front of the Gokakudo entrance. This VR tour consists of an aerial shot at 148m and a scene in front of the entrance.

Mimori Castle Ruins: Recommended Historic Site Spot

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Scenery photo of Mimori Castle Ruins in Mimori, Tsukuba City and VR tour link
(1) Mimori Castle Ruins Spot Information
Mimori Castle Ruins are the remains of a castle located in Mimori, Tsukuba City. It is said to be the site of "Mimori Eisho," the former residence of Taira no Yoshimasa, the uncle of Taira no Masakado. It is said that Mimori Castle was built by Sukanori (Mimori Taifu), the adopted son of Taira no Sadamori, and was used as a branch castle of Oda Castle during the Sengoku period. The former Tamizuyama Elementary School is located there, and a stone monument with the genealogy of the Taira clan stands on the earth mound nearby. It is a recommended castle ruin spot in Tsukuba City.
Location〒300-4245 552 Mimori, Tsukuba, Ibaraki
(2) Explanation of the Mimori Castle Ruins VR Tour
The image is an aerial 360° panorama photo of Mimori Castle Ruins taken from 148m above the ground. This VR tour consists of an aerial view from 148m, the castle ruins monument, the genealogy of the Taira clan and the history of Tamizuyama Elementary School, and the view of Mt. Tsukuba from the road side.

Tegomaru Castle Ruins: Recommended Historic Site Spot

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Landscape photo of Tegomaru Castle Ruins in Tegomaru, Tsukuba City, and VR tour link
(1) Tegomaru Castle Ruins Spot Information
Tegomaru Castle Ruins are castle ruins located in Tegomaru, Tsukuba City, and are a Tsukuba City Designated Cultural Property. Tegomaru Castle is a branch castle of Oda Castle, said to have been built during the Shoji era (1199-1201), and became the base for Oda Ujiharu, the lord of Oda Castle, after he was driven out of Oda Castle in a defeat in Tensho 1 (1573). After Oda Ujiharu's territory was confiscated, it became the residence of Sugaya Norimasa, a retainer of the Tagaya clan. It is a recommended castle ruin and historical spot in Tsukuba City.
Location〒300-2647 1078 Tegomaru, Tsukuba, Ibaraki
(2) Explanation of the Tegomaru Castle Ruins VR Tour
The image is a panorama photo of the Tegomaru Castle Ruins monument. This VR tour consists of an aerial view from 147m and the Tegomaru Castle Ruins monument.

Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun: Historical Tourist Spot in Tsukuba City

Aerial landscape photo of Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun and VR tour link
(1) Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun Spot Information
Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun is the largest keyhole-shaped tomb in the Tsukuba region, believed to have been constructed in the first half of the 6th century. It is designated as a Historical Site by Ibaraki Prefecture. The kofun has a total length of 120m, the posterior circular part is approximately 8m high and 20m in diameter. Most of the anterior square part has already been lost and turned into fields, but its shape can still be discerned by the higher land compared to other fields. Due to its status as the largest in the Tsukuba region, there is a theory that it is the tomb of Abe-shiki no Mikoto, the Kuninomiyatsuko of Tsukuba.
*Reference: Explanation board of Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun: Click to view the text.
Location〒300-4353 363 Numata, Tsukuba, Ibaraki
ReferenceIbaraki Prefectural Board of Education Hachimanzuka Introduction Page
(2) Explanation of the Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun VR Tour
The image is a panorama photo of the explanation board for Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun. This VR tour consists of an aerial view from 149m, the explanation board, Numata Hachimanzuka Kofun, and Hachiman-sama.

Satsuga Iwaya Kofun: Recommended Historical Tourist Spot

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Landscape photo of the explanation board of Satsuga-Iwaya Kofun in Hirasawa, Tsukuba City and link to VR tour
(1) Spot Information for Satsuga-Iwaya Kofun
Satsuga-Iwaya Kofun is a square tumulus located in Hirasawa, Tsukuba City, and is a **Tsukuba City Designated Cultural Property (Historic Site)**. At the time of its construction, it had one of the largest mounds and horizontal stone chambers. The tumulus is square (rectangular), measuring 25 meters north-south and 35 meters east-west. The burial facility is a horizontal stone chamber, opening to the south. It has a complex structure consisting of a rear chamber (inner chamber), front chamber, and passage, forming a distinctive T-shaped plan. The grave goods are not clear. Its construction period is estimated to be around the mid-to-late 7th century, at the end of the Kofun period. As one of the largest tumuli and stone chambers on the southern foot of Mt. Tsukuba during that period, and located overlooking the Hirasawa Kanga ruins, the site of the Tsukuba-gun governmental office, it is noteworthy as a kofun related to the Tsukuba kuni-no-miyatsuko (provincial governor) and Tsukuba-gunji (district chief). Additionally, there is a legend that Princess Takiyasha, Taira no Masakado's daughter, hid there.
Text reference: Explanation Board of Satsuga-Iwaya Kofun: Click to view the main text.
Location300-4213 Hirasawa, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Satsuga-Iwaya Kofun Sightseeing VR Tour (6 scenes)
The image is a VR panoramic photo of the entrance and explanation board of Satsuga-Iwaya Kofun. This VR tour consists of aerial photography at 146m, the entrance/explanation board, forest road, in front of the stone chamber, stone chamber entrance, and on top of the stone chamber.

Ichinoya Kofun Group: Recommended Historical Sightseeing Spot

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Landscape photo of Ichinoya Kofun Group within Ichinoya Yasaka Shrine precincts and link to VR tour
(1) Spot Information for Ichinoya Kofun Group
The Ichinoya Kofun Group is a cluster of ancient burial mounds located around Ichinoya Yasaka Shrine. Currently, only two mounds remain within the shrine grounds.

※Text reference: Explanation Board of Ichinoya Kofun Group: Click to view the main text.

Location〒300-3255 2617-1 Tamatori, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Ichinoya Kofun Group Sightseeing VR Tour (10 scenes)
The image above is a VR panoramic photo of the Ichinoya Kofun Group. This VR tour consists of 2 aerial shots and 15 ground shots.

Map of Ichinoya Kofun Group in Tsukuba City


Kurihara Atagozuka Kofun: Recommended Ruin Spot

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Landscape photo of Kurihara Atagozuka Kofun and link to VR tour
(1) Spot Information for Kurihara Atagozuka Kofun
Kurihara Atagozuka Kofun is a circular tumulus located in Kurihara, Tsukuba City, with a diameter of approximately 20m and a height of approximately 4m. Atago Shrine is enshrined on top of the tumulus.
Location305-0001 2762 Kurihara, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Kurihara Atagozuka Kofun Sightseeing VR Tour (3 scenes)
The image is a 360° panoramic VR photo of the entrance torii of Kurihara Atagozuka Kofun. This VR tour consists of aerial photography at 148m, the entrance torii, and the shrine.

Keicho Itabi (Stone Tablet): Recommended Historic Site

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Landscape photo of Keicho Itabi in Kurihara, Tsukuba City and link to VR tour
(1) Keicho Itabi Spot Guide
The Keicho Itabi (Nikkitai Jojupi - Diary Waiting Fulfillment Monument) was erected in September 1603 (Keicho 8) by the people of Kurihara Village to commemorate the fulfillment of Nikkitai, a practice they had continued for seven years. It is designated as a Tsukuba City Cultural Property. Nikkitai is believed to be a folk religious practice in which people prayed for bountiful harvests, peaceful rebirth in paradise, and other blessings.
Location305-0001 Kurihara, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Keicho Itabi Sightseeing VR Tour (2 scenes)
The image is a VR panoramic photo of Keicho Itabi. This VR tour consists of aerial footage at 60m and the Keicho Itabi, and is linked with the Kurihara Atagotsuka Kofun VR tour.

Sudajii Tree at Tsukuyomi Shrine: Giant Tree Spot

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Photo of the giant Sudajii tree at Tsukuyomi Shrine in Hinokizawa, Tsukuba City and link to VR tour
(1) Sudajii Tree at Tsukuyomi Shrine Spot Guide
Tsukuyomi Shrine's sacred tree is a giant Sudajii tree, said to be about 700 years old, and is a spot where you can feel power.
Location〒300-1242 208 Hinosawa, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactTEL:029-841-0588
(2) Sudajii Tree at Tsukuyomi Shrine Sightseeing VR Tour (2 scenes)
The image is a VR panoramic photo of the Sudajii tree at Tsukuyomi Shrine. This VR tour consists of the front of the Sudajii tree and the back of the main shrine building.

Enoki Tree at Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine: Giant Tree Spot

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Photo of the giant Enoki tree at Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine and link to VR tour
(1) Enoki Tree at Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine Spot Guide
Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine is a shrine located on the banks of the Kokai River in Kaminogo, Tsukuba City, and is considered one of the three great thunder gods of the Kanto region. The cherry blossom trees along the approach and the shrine grounds' ginkgo tree avenue are famous. Along the approach to Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine in Kaminogo, Tsukuba City, there is a giant Enoki tree with a trunk circumference of 5.6m at eye level. Next to it stands a slightly smaller Zelkova tree.
Location〒300-2645 4528 Kaminogo, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactTEL:029-847-3773
(2) Enoki Tree at Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine Sightseeing VR Tour (1 scene)
The image is a VR panoramic photo of the Enoki tree at Kanamura Wake Ikazuchi Shrine.

Fudo Kaya Tree at Ichijoin Shinfukuji Temple: Ancient Tree Spot

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Photo of Fudo Kaya tree at Ichijoin Shinfukuji Temple in Kamioshima, Tsukuba City and link to VR tour
(1) Fudo Kaya Tree at Ichijoin (Shinfukuji Temple) Spot Guide
Fudo Kayanoki is an ancient and sacred Torreya tree, said to be over 800 years old, located at Ichijoin Temple in Kami-Oshima, Tsukuba City. It is said that an Fudo Myoo-like rock fell into a spot where the tree split in two due to a lightning strike, and a thunder-warding Fudo Myoo deity is enshrined there.
Location〒300-4351 2594 Kami-Oshima, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki
ContactTEL:029-866-0157
(2) Ichijoin Temple's Fudo Kayanoki Tourist VR Tour (1 Scene)
The image is a 360° panoramic VR photo of Fudo Kayanoki at Ichijoin Temple in Kami-Oshima, Tsukuba City.

Kashima Shrine (Kurihara) Giant Zelkova Tree: Giant Tree Spot

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Landscape photo of the giant zelkova tree at Kashima Shrine in Kurihara, Tsukuba City, and a link to the VR tour
(1) Kashima Shrine (Kurihara) Giant Zelkova Tree Spot Guide
At Kashima Shrine in Kurihara, Tsukuba City, the giant zelkova tree has a circumference at eye-level of 7.3m and is estimated to be 480 years old, making it the second largest tree in Tsukuba City after Ichinoya, which ranks first. It is designated as a natural monument by Tsukuba City.
Location305-0001 1559 Kurihara, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki
(2) Kashima Shrine (Kurihara) Giant Zelkova Tree Tourist VR Tour (2 Scenes)
The image is a panoramic VR photo of the giant zelkova tree at Kashima Shrine in Kurihara, Tsukuba City. This VR tour consists of the giant zelkova tree and an explanation board.

Fukurai Bridge: Geography/Landscape Spot

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Landscape photo of Fukurai Bridge in Kamigo, Tsukuba City, and a link to the VR tour
(1) Fukurai Bridge Spot Guide
Fukurai Bridge is a submersible bridge spanning the Kokaigawa River, connecting Kamigo, Tsukuba City, and Fukuni-cho Otsu, Joso City. It has been frequently used as a filming location for movies and dramas. Kanamura Betsurai Shrine is located nearby.
Location〒300-2645 Kamigo, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki
(2) Fukurai Bridge Tourist VR Tour (1 Scene)
The image is a 360° panoramic VR photo of Fukurai Bridge. This VR tour is linked with Kanamura Betsurai Shrine and the rapeseed blossoms along the Kokaigawa River.

Ota Bridge: Geography/Landscape Spot

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Aerial landscape photo of Ota Bridge in Ozono, Tsukuba City, and a link to the VR tour
(1) Ota Bridge Recommended Spot Guide
Ota Bridge is a bridge on Prefectural Road 53 Tsukuba-Chiyoda Line, spanning the Sakuragawa River, connecting Ozono, Tsukuba City, and Kita-Ota, Tsukuba City.
Location〒300-3253 Ozono, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki
(2) Ota Bridge Tourist VR Tour Explanation
The image is an aerial 360° panoramic VR photo taken 148m above Ota Bridge. This VR tour consists of aerial footage at 148m and nearby aerial footage at 8m.

Tadobe Weir: Geography/Landscape/Fishing Spot

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Aerial landscape photo of Tadobe Weir in Tsukuba City and a link to the VR tour
(1) Tadobe Weir Spot Guide
Tadobesei Weir (Tadobe Weir) is a weir on the Sakura River in Tamatori, Tsukuba City, and is a recommended fishing spot for carp, crucian carp, catfish, and more.
Location〒300-3255 Tamatori, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Explanation of Tadobesei Weir VR Sightseeing Tour
The image is a VR of an aerial 360° panoramic photo of Tadobesei Weir taken from 25m. This VR tour consists of aerial shots from 148m, 40m, 25m, and an aerial shot of the fishing grounds from 59m.

TX Tsukuba Station: Geographical and Transportation Hub

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Photo of TX Tsukuba Station interior and link to VR tour
(1) TX Tsukuba Station Spot Information
TX Tsukuba Station is the terminal station of Tsukuba Express, located in Azuma, Tsukuba City. It is located underground beneath Prefectural Road 24, Gakuen Chuo-dori. Next to the ticket gate, there is the Tsukuba City General Information Center, which provides tourist information and more.
Location〒305-0031 2 Azuma, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ContactTEL:029-855-7108
(2) Explanation of TX Tsukuba Station VR Sightseeing Tour
The image is a 360° panoramic photo of the ticket gate at TX Tsukuba Station. The TX Tsukuba Station VR tour consists of the TX Tsukuba Station premises (in front of the ticket gate, station square), and areas near each entrance/exit.

Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal: Tsukuba City's Transportation Hub

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Photo of Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal landscape and link to VR tour
(1) Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal Spot Information
Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal is a bus stop located in front of TX Tsukuba Station. It serves highway buses to Tokyo, Kyoto, Haneda, Narita, and Ibaraki Airports, etc., Tsukuba Mountain shuttle buses, and buses bound for JR Joban Line stations (Ushiku Station, Hitachi-no-Ushiku Station, Arakawaoki Station, Tsuchiura Station), Kanto Railway Joso Line stations (Shimotsuma Station, Ishige Station), and Tsukuba area loop buses (Tsukuba Expo Center, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Tsukuba Space Center, Geospatial Information Authority of Japan, Tsukuba Botanical Garden), making it a key transportation hub for tourism in Tsukuba City.
Location〒305-0031 1-8 Azuma, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Contact Kanto Railway Co., Ltd. Tsukuba Gakuen Service Center029-852-5666
(2) Explanation of Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal VR Sightseeing Tour
The image is a 360° panoramic photo of Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal. This VR tour is linked with TX Tsukuba Station.

Tsukuba Station Front Intersection: Geographical and Tourist Transportation Spot

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Aerial landscape photo of Tsukuba Station Front Intersection and VR tour link
(1) Tsukuba Station Front Intersection Spot Information
It is an intersection on Prefectural Road 24, Gakuen Chuo-dori, directly above TX Tsukuba Station. Nearby are Tsukuba City Central Park, Tsukuba Station Front Police Box, ticket sales offices, Tsukuba Creo Square, Tsukuba Center Bus Terminal, and more. It serves as a transportation hub for Tsukuba City's trains, highway buses, taxis, loop buses, etc.
Location〒305-0031 Azuma, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Explanation of Tsukuba Station Front Intersection VR Sightseeing Tour
The image is a VR of an aerial 360° panoramic photo of Tsukuba Station Front Intersection taken from 146m above. This VR tour consists of aerial shots from 146m, 70m, sidewalks, Tsukuba Station Front Police Box, and more.

Nishiodori Entrance Intersection: Geographical and Transportation Spot

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Aerial view of Nishi-odori Iriguchi Intersection and VR tour link
(1) Nishi-odori Iriguchi Intersection Spot Guide
Nishi-odori Iriguchi Intersection is an intersection located in Osone, Tsukuba City. It is a vital transportation hub connecting Gakuen Higashi-odori and Gakuen Nishi-odori, linking the research academic city side with the Mount Tsukuba direction.
Location〒300-3253 Osone, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Nishi-odori Iriguchi Intersection Tourist VR Tour Description
The image is a VR panoramic aerial photo of Nishi-odori Iriguchi Intersection taken from 145m above. The Nishi-odori Iriguchi Intersection tourist VR tour consists of aerial footage from 145m.

Yatabe Interchange: Geography / Tourist Transportation Spot

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Aerial view of Yatabe Interchange on Joban Expressway and VR tour link
(1) Yatabe Interchange Guide
Yatabe IC is an interchange on the Joban Expressway located in Yatabe, Tsukuba City. It serves as one of the gateways for visitors coming to Tsukuba City by car from the Tokyo area.
Location〒305-0861 3778-9 Yatabe, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Yatabe Interchange Tourist VR Tour Description
The image is a VR panoramic aerial photo of Yatabe Interchange taken from 149m above.

Tsukuba-Chuo Interchange: Geography / Transportation Spot

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Aerial view of Tsukuba-Chuo Interchange on Ken-O Expressway and VR tour link
(1) Tsukuba-Chuo Interchange Spot Guide
Tsukuba-Chuo IC is an interchange on the Ken-O Expressway (Metropolitan Inter-City Expressway) located in Arai, Tsukuba City. It connects with Prefectural Road 19 Toride-Tsukuba Line (also known as Science Odori).
Location〒305-0835 Arai, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Tsukuba-Chuo Interchange Tourist VR Tour Description
The image is a VR panoramic aerial photo of Tsukuba-Chuo Interchange taken from 148m above.

Sakura-Tsuchiura Interchange: Geography / Transportation Spot

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Aerial view of Sakura-Tsuchiura Interchange on Joban Expressway and VR tour link
(1) Sakura-Tsuchiura Interchange Spot Guide
Sakura-Tsuchiura IC is an interchange on the Joban Expressway located in Shimohirooka, Tsukuba City. It connects with National Route 354. It is located almost on the border between Tsukuba City and Tsuchiura City.
Location〒305-0042 Shimohirooka, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
(2) Sakura-Tsuchiura Interchange Tourist VR Tour Description
The image is a VR panoramic aerial photo of Sakura-Tsuchiura Interchange taken from 149m above.

Tsukuba City's Neighboring Municipalities Tourist VR Tour Guide

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Click on the municipality names below to navigate to VR tour guides for Tsukuba City's neighboring municipalities.