Hitachinaka City
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Highlights of Hitachinaka City
Hitachinaka is a seaside town located in Ibaraki prefecture, about 75 minutes from Tokyo.
It is known as the ‘Flower & Seaside’ town and is famous for the Hitachi Seaside Park, where visitors come to enjoy the Nemophila flowers in spring and Kochia in autumn.
Hitachinaka is a coastal city, so it is a great place to enjoy seafood. The Nakaminato fish market (那珂湊おさかな広場/Nakaminato Osakana Hiroba) offers good sushi and sashimi restaurants that are open in the morning.
Katsuta station (勝田駅) in Hitachinaka city is easily accessible from Tokyo, with direct express trains taking only 75 minutes. The most popular times to visit Hitachinaka are mid-April to early May and October, but summer also offers fun festivals.
Access
From Tokyo
From Airports
Haneda Intl. Airport
Narita Intl. Airport
Main Stations
Videos of Hitachinaka City
Places in Hitachinaka
Four seasons of Hitachinaka
Food and local specialty
Highlights of Hitachinaka in ENGLISH
Things to DO in Hitachinaka City
Flowers all seasons
Hitachinaka is most famous for Hitachi Seaside Park's (ひたち海浜公園 / Hitashi Kaihin Koen) beautiful flowers. Nemophilas (mid April to early May) and Kochia (October) are most famous, but Narcissus, Tulips and Roses are also popular.
Fish Market
The Nakamitano Osakana Hiroba (那珂湊おさかな市場) is a popular fish market with locals and tourist. People come to buy fish here and there are many restaurants that offer fresh Sushi and Sashimi. Make sure to visit the morning as is is most active then.
Hoshiimo Shrine
One local speciality is Hoshiimo (dried sweet potato). So the locals built a shrine dedicated to it! The golden torii gates are a rare site.
Hitachi Seaside Park
Visit Hitachi Seaside Park to see the colorful flowers throughout the seasons, such as nemophila in spring and kochia in autumn. In addition, there are a variety of attractions for kids such as an athletic field in the woods, and a BBQ plaza.
EATING in Hitachinaka City
Seafood (Sashimi, Sushi etc)
Minakami boasts various Japanese restaurants, with Soba being a standout favorite. Explore a diverse range of tastes, including Japanese curry and comforting ramen and more.
Hoshi Imo (Dried Sweet Potato)
There are several local family run cafes and restaurants offering dishes such as Pizzas, Pastas, Sandwiches, Beef stew and European style dishes.
Nakaminato Yakisoba
Another local speciality is Nakaminato style Yakisoba. This Yakisoba is made using slightly thicker noodles and steamed using ‘Tenobe Seiro Mushi Men (手延べせいろ蒸し麺)’ style.
Japanese Food
There are many Japanese restaurants in Hitachinaka. For early morning bites visit Nakaminato Fish Market, and for evening there are many restaurants near Katsuta Station.
Western Food
There are several local family run cafes and restaurants offering dishes such as Pizzas, Pastas, Sandwiches, Beef stew and European style dishes.
COFFEE
The region’s pristine water makes it ideal for brewing beer. Sip on Oct One Brewing and Tsukiyono Craft Beer’s AIBA2021 award-winning brews popular with locals and visitors.
Places to STAY in Hitachinaka City
Hotels (Western style)
There are several business style western hotels in Hitachinaka.
Japanese Onsen Ryokan
There are not many Ryokans in Hitachinaka.
Holiday rental & Camp Sites
There are a few Campsites and Gramping sites as well as Airbnbs in Hitachinaka.
Hotel Crystal Palace
A western-style affordable hotel conveniently close to Hitachi Seaside Park, Oarai, and Ajigaura, which are famous sightseeing spots near Tokyo. Also easily accessible from Mito. (The nearest station is Katsuta)
Top EVENTS around Hitachinaka City
Day trips from Hitachinaka City
Each of these places are within a day trip away. Click on the image to find out more.
