Tour Overview
Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture is famous for its Miharashi Hill, which is covered with 4.5 million blue Nemophila flowers (Baby Blue Eyes) in spring. The sight of the blue flowers blending with the blue sky and the ocean in the distance is truly breathtaking and unique to this location.
This full-day private tour takes you from Tokyo to the coast of Ibaraki. After enjoying the vast park, we'll visit the nearby Nakaminato Fish Market for some of the freshest sushi in Japan.
A Day on This Tour
Hotel Pickup
Depart from your hotel in Tokyo. The drive takes about 2 hours via expressway.
Hitachi Seaside Park
Arrive at the park. Head straight to Miharashi Hill for the spectacular Nemophila view before exploring the tulip gardens and dune area.
Nakaminato Fish Market
A short drive away, enjoy a lively lunch at this market famous for affordable and delicious sushi and seafood bowls.
Oarai Isosaki Shrine
Visit this coastal shrine famous for its "Kamiiso-no-Torii" gate standing on rocks in the ocean waves.
Return to Tokyo
Relax on the journey back to the city.
Best Time to Visit
Nemophila Season
Late April to Mid-May
Kochia Season
October (when the green bushes turn bright red)
Insider Tips
- Go on a sunny day if possible; the blue effect is best with blue skies.
- Try the "Nemophila Blue Curry" at the park cafe (it's actually blue!).
- The park also has a small amusement park area for kids.
What to Bring
- Walking shoes (the hill is a gentle hike)
- Windbreaker (it can be breezy near the coast)
- Appetite for sushi
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