Ushiku Buddha and Mt. Tsukuba
Moderate Activity
Includes meal
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU WILL VISIT:
Ushiku Buddha
The towering bronze statue Ushiku Daibutsu is recognized as the one of the tallest Buddhist statues in the world as recorded by "The Guinness Book of World Records." It stands as tall as a 38-story building, or 120 meters, a symbolic number representing the 12 beams of light that radiate from the Buddha and reach all who revere and recite his name. A viewing gallery is reached by elevator, and the surrounding parkland has over 100 cherry trees as well as a colorful assortment of flowers and foliage.
Tsukubasan Shrine
Tsukubasan Shrine is dedicated to the deity of family, and matrimonial harmony. Steeped in more than 3000-years of history and legend, this beloved local shrine, one of the most famous in the Kanto Region, boosts a main hall, intricate carvings and elegant statues.
Mt. Tsukuba
Ride the historic cable car, built in 1925, to the summit of sacred Mt. Tsukuba, deemed one of the best 100 mountains in Japan, which features twin peaks, the east peak is Mt. Nyotai and the west peak is Mt. Nantai. From the top, gaze upon majestic views of Sky Tree and Mt. Fuji, weather permitting. The cable car ride takes approximately 8 minutes.
WHAT YOU WILL SEE ALONG THE WAY:
It's an approximately 60-90 minute drive from port to the Ushiku Buddha, located in Ibaraki Prefecture. Gaze out the window during your motorcoach ride and take in the hustle and bustle of local life. The garden area that surrounds the Ushiku Buddha is saturated in a kaleidoscope of colors. A large koi pond and free-roaming rabbits (available on Sundays and public holidays) add ambiance and a touch of fun.
LUNCH:
Refresh during the day with a traditional Japanese lunch.
Points of interest
Ushiku Buddha
Schedule
Special Notes
Shoes must be removed at a local restaurant and inside of Ushiku Buddha. Photography is prohibited at some areas at Ushiku Buddha. This tour includes approximately 15 to 20 minutes of walking from Mt. Tsukuba Shrine to the cable car station and also walking from the parking to the Buddha for 10-15min. The view from the top of the mountain/Buddha is weather dependent. The cable car might not operate due to the bad weather. Japanese yen are needed for additional purchase. Tour order may vary.
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Moderate Activity
Includes meal
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU WILL VISIT:
Ushiku Buddha
The towering bronze statue Ushiku Daibutsu is recognized as the one of the tallest Buddhist statues in the world as recorded by "The Guinness Book of World Records." It stands as tall as a 38-story building, or 120 meters, a symbolic number representing the 12 beams of light that radiate from the Buddha and reach all who revere and recite his name. A viewing gallery is reached by elevator, and the surrounding parkland has over 100 cherry trees as well as a colorful assortment of flowers and foliage.
Tsukubasan Shrine
Tsukubasan Shrine is dedicated to the deity of family, and matrimonial harmony. Steeped in more than 3000-years of history and legend, this beloved local shrine, one of the most famous in the Kanto Region, boosts a main hall, intricate carvings and elegant statues.
Mt. Tsukuba
Ride the historic cable car, built in 1925, to the summit of sacred Mt. Tsukuba, deemed one of the best 100 mountains in Japan, which features twin peaks, the east peak is Mt. Nyotai and the west peak is Mt. Nantai. From the top, gaze upon majestic views of Sky Tree and Mt. Fuji, weather permitting. The cable car ride takes approximately 8 minutes.
WHAT YOU WILL SEE ALONG THE WAY:
It's an approximately 60-90 minute drive from port to the Ushiku Buddha, located in Ibaraki Prefecture. Gaze out the window during your motorcoach ride and take in the hustle and bustle of local life. The garden area that surrounds the Ushiku Buddha is saturated in a kaleidoscope of colors. A large koi pond and free-roaming rabbits (available on Sundays and public holidays) add ambiance and a touch of fun.
LUNCH:
Refresh during the day with a traditional Japanese lunch.
Points of interest
Ushiku Buddha
Schedule
Special Notes
Shoes must be removed at a local restaurant and inside of Ushiku Buddha. Photography is prohibited at some areas at Ushiku Buddha. This tour includes approximately 15 to 20 minutes of walking from Mt. Tsukuba Shrine to the cable car station and also walking from the parking to the Buddha for 10-15min. The view from the top of the mountain/Buddha is weather dependent. The cable car might not operate due to the bad weather. Japanese yen are needed for additional purchase. Tour order may vary.