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Tsukuba, Tsuchiura
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Tsukuba, Tsuchiura
Mount Tsukuba, with an elevation of 877m, consists of the male peak on the west and the female peak on the east. Despite being the lowest of Japan's 100 famous mountains, it is a famous peak that has been praised in ancient Japanese poetry. Tsukuba, known as an academic research city, has many cutting-edge facilities such as the Tsukuba Space Center and the Tsukuba Experimental Botanical Garden. The height of the Ushiku Daibutsu is the same as the Kasumigaseki Building, a super high-rise building in Tokyo, and you can take an elevator up to 85m above ground level to explore inside.
Tsukuba, Tsuchiura
5 Highlights
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Ushiku Daibutsu
A 120m-tall bronze standing Buddha statue, the largest in the world
This is a 120m-tall bronze standing Buddha statue, the largest of its kind in the world, and is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records. When visiting, take the elevator up to the 85m-high observation deck and enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding garden and the Kanto Plain!
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Ushiku Daibutsu
A 120m-tall bronze standing Buddha statue, the largest in the world
This is a 120m-tall bronze standing Buddha statue, the largest of its kind in the world, and is registered in the Guinness Book of World Records. When visiting, take the elevator up to the 85m-high observation deck and enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding garden and the Kanto Plain!
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Tsukuba Expo Center
A science museum where people of all ages can enjoy science and technology
This facility allows visitors to become familiar with various sciences, including energy. Experience-based exhibits related to science and technology, the world's largest planetarium, and a life-size model of the H-II rocket are just a few of the exciting exhibits and content that you can enjoy while learning.
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Tsukuba Expo Center
A science museum where people of all ages can enjoy science and technology
This facility allows visitors to become familiar with various sciences, including energy. Experience-based exhibits related to science and technology, the world's largest planetarium, and a life-size model of the H-II rocket are just a few of the exciting exhibits and content that you can enjoy while learning.
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Mount Tsukuba
A beautiful mountain that is compared to Mount Fuji
This mountain has two peaks, Mount Nantai and Mount Nyotai, and is a beautiful mountain that is compared to Mount Fuji as "the Fuji of the west and the Tsukuba of the east". It is famous for being the lowest mountain among the "Hundred Famous Japanese Mountains" and is attractive because anyone, regardless of age or gender, can climb it with light equipment. There are cable cars and ropeways, so even those who just want to enjoy the view can go to the top and admire the scenery!
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Mount Tsukuba
A beautiful mountain that is compared to Mount Fuji
This mountain has two peaks, Mount Nantai and Mount Nyotai, and is a beautiful mountain that is compared to Mount Fuji as "the Fuji of the west and the Tsukuba of the east". It is famous for being the lowest mountain among the "Hundred Famous Japanese Mountains" and is attractive because anyone, regardless of age or gender, can climb it with light equipment. There are cable cars and ropeways, so even those who just want to enjoy the view can go to the top and admire the scenery!
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Lotus Root Dishes
A lucky dish said to have a good future outlook
This is a dish made using the local specialty lotus root, which has a sweet and crunchy texture. It is famous as a lucky dish with a good future outlook because you can see through the holes of the lotus root. Enjoy dishes such as kinpira, lotus root sandwiched and fried, and lotus root dumplings at nearby restaurants!
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Lotus Root Dishes
A lucky dish said to have a good future outlook
This is a dish made using the local specialty lotus root, which has a sweet and crunchy texture. It is famous as a lucky dish with a good future outlook because you can see through the holes of the lotus root. Enjoy dishes such as kinpira, lotus root sandwiched and fried, and lotus root dumplings at nearby restaurants!
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Negi Katsu
A cutlet sandwich made with pork, leeks, and garlic
This specialty dish from Shimotsuma City consists of pork that is fried in oil with sautéed leeks and garlic sandwiched in between. The leeks in the sandwich are well-seasoned and can be enjoyed as is, or with sauce, or with grated ponzu sauce for a refreshing taste. There are various ways to enjoy this dish!
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Negi Katsu
A cutlet sandwich made with pork, leeks, and garlic
This specialty dish from Shimotsuma City consists of pork that is fried in oil with sautéed leeks and garlic sandwiched in between. The leeks in the sandwich are well-seasoned and can be enjoyed as is, or with sauce, or with grated ponzu sauce for a refreshing taste. There are various ways to enjoy this dish!
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Tsukuba Ramen Spot
A fiercely competitive ramen district with approximately 200 shops
Tsukuba City, known as an academic city, is a hot spot for ramen with events such as the "Tsukuba Ramen Festival" being held. There are shops with unique styles, shops with daily long lines, and ramen that can only be eaten in Tsukuba. Ramen is a must-try when visiting.
The Bread Town of Tsukuba
A bakery spot where high-quality bread gathers
Tsukuba, a university town that attracts many international students and researchers, has seen an increase in high-quality bakeries over time, and is now famous as the "Bread Town". There are various types of shops, such as those resembling French street corners and luxurious shops with chandeliers. Enjoy Tsukuba's bread as souvenirs or while sightseeing!
Renkon Cuisine
A lucky dish said to have a good future outlook.
This is a dish made using a specialty product, renkon, which has a sweet taste and a crispy texture. It is famous as a lucky dish with a good future outlook because you can see through the holes of the renkon. Enjoy dishes such as kinpira, renkon sandwiched and fried, and renkon dumplings at local restaurants in the area!
Old Japanese House Gourmet Spots
Cafes and restaurants that have revitalized traditional old Japanese houses
These cafes and restaurants in Tsukuba have reused traditional old Japanese houses. There are many stylish and attractive cafes worth visiting. Whether it's a soba restaurant with a giant waterwheel or a cafe renovated from an old post office, the nostalgic atmosphere of each shop is outstanding!
Tsuchiura Tsukudani
A masterpiece of tsukudani finished with traditional techniques.
Tsuchiura Tsukudani is a famous local taste of Tsuchiura, made from fish caught in Lake Kasumigaura and finished with traditional techniques. River fish grown in the clean water of Lake Kasumigaura have a rich flavor, and when they are made into tsukudani with a secret sauce, they become addictive in flavor and taste. Let's enjoy the traditional taste of Tsuchiura with freshly made tsukudani!
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥5,342
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥26,890
Best Season
3~7 Month
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