Ibaraki (Province) Hotels and Accommodation

The Japanese are obsessed with the number three and Ibaraki prefecture is home to some of the top threes of Japan. Ibaraki prefecture has one of Japan’s top three waterfalls, Fukuroda Falls. At 120 meters high and 73 meters wide, these falls impress the visitor with their thunderous might. Kairakuen Park, in Mito city, is one of Japan’s top three parks. Designed by Mito`s ninth feudal lord, Nariaki Tokugawa, it is best known for its plum blossoms. Visitors to the park can also relax in the hot springs located inside. Kashima Jingu shrine joins the “top three” club as well. Reportedly built in 660 B.C, this Shinto shrine is one of the most important in East Japan. The treasure hall contains a 2.7 meter sword made in the ancient Nara period.