The Hitachi Seaside Park is a private park located along the coast of Ibaraki Prefecture near the city of Mito. Known for its expansive seasonal flower displays, the park covers approximately 190 hectares and features a mix of natural and landscaped areas, offering breathtaking views year-round. In addition, the park offers plenty of options for fun and exploration.
The Hitachi Seaside Park was once a US Military airport and testing range for weapons and explosives, but due to some complications regarding the explosives and accidents caused by them, the locals sought action for the military base to be decommissioned in the early 1970’s, and later turned into the Hitachi Seaside Park, attracting tourists from all over Japan.
The park has many great features, from playground areas, a 36-hole miniature golf course, a small wadding pool to cool off in summer, and a Ferris wheel among many more things. The Hitachi Seaside Park also has an extensive bicycle path throughout the park, and rental bike locations dotted around to help you navigate this expansive park. Across the park, you will also find a range of restaurants and cafes.
The parks expansive grounds create a unique park experience that sees thousands of people visiting per day – particularly in late spring, when the park’s iconic; the Blue Nemophila, begins to bloom, which can best be observed from the Hill of Miharashi found near the center of the park.
Autumn also offers a wide array of vibrant colours that are certainly worth the while to visit the Hitachi Seaside Park. While the main attraction to the park is the Blue Nemophilas, there are still year round flowers that can be found across the park, meaning you have something to enjoy, whenever you visit.
Hours and Admission
- Hours: 9:30am-5:00pm (March - 20th July, September - End of October)
- Hours: 9:30am-6:00pm (21st July - End of August)
- Hours: 9:30am-4:30pm (November - End of February)
- 450JPY
- Average Time Spent: 1-4 Hours
- Official Website
- Closed: Varies by season. Click here for list of days
Accessing Hitachi Seaside Park
From JR Mito Station, you can take the train to Katsuta Station on the Tokiwa 71 Limited Express Katsuta. From there, you can take the local bus from Katsuta Station to Hitachi Seaside Park roughly every 25 minutes during the hours the park is open. The Journey should cost roughly 700JPY one way, and will be about 30-45 minutes from JR Mito Station.
Getting around the park of this size can be difficult, which is why you can buy an all day park train pass which will allow you access for unlimited rides on the parks transportation for an additional 550JPY.
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Where to Stay
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Mito
Classy, modern rooms with great facilities and staff, certainly one of the best hotel options in Mito.
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Mito Keisei Hotel
Central business hotel located a short walk from JR Mito Station.
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APA Hotel Mito-eki Kita
APA is a nationally recognized Chain hotel with stylish rooms, quality service and affordable price.
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