Events in Ibaraki · Today

Shimozuma Chrysanthemum Festival

1 Nov – 23 Nov · Shimotsuma

The Shimozuma Chrysanthemum Festival is held every year on the grounds of Daiho Hachiman Shrine. Members of the Shimozuma Chrysanthemum Society carefu...

96th Special Exhibition: Secrets of the Birth of the Japanese Ar...

24 Oct – 7 Feb · Bando

Where did the rocks that make up the Japanese islands originate? How did the islands acquire their distinctive reverse L-shape? This special exhibitio...

Satomi Scarecrow Festival

24 Oct – 21 Nov · Hitachiota

The Satomi Scarecrow Festival, now in its 39th year, will be held from October 24 to November 21. Each year, many unique and creatively expressive sca...

The Skeletons Within Glass: The Beautiful World of Transparent S...

1 Oct – 6 Dec · Oarai

A collaborative exhibition by transparent specimen artist Iori Tomita and Aqua World Ibaraki Prefectural Oarai Aquarium. The special exhibition room o...

Archive Room: Stories of Ibaraki in the Showa Era through Histor...

10 Oct – 6 Dec · Mito

In 2026, it will be 100 years since the start of the Showa era in 1926. This exhibition showcases Ibaraki’s journey during the Showa period through hi...

Nishishio-ko Revolving Stage

10 Oct – 6 Dec · Mito

The Nishishio-ko Revolving Stage in Hitachiomiya City is the oldest surviving assembled rural stage on record. Use of the stage ceased once in the Sho...

Life in the Past Exhibit

10 Oct – 6 Dec · Mito

Discover how daily life changed dramatically from the 1950s onward with the arrival of various home appliances. This exhibit recreates life before Wor...

Yuki Tani Glass Exhibition: Shape

31 Oct – 23 Nov · Kasama

Experience Yuki Tani’s unique world of glass art featuring plants, birds, and animals created with sandblasting techniques. The exhibition showcases 5...

Okukuji Daigo Gourmet Stamp Rally

19 Sep – 30 Nov · Daigo

Collect stamps from three of four categories—Okukuji Shamo chicken dishes, Okukuji apples, certified products from the Daigo agricultural brand, and s...

THE HEADLINERS 2026: The Era of Heartfelt Expression

10 Oct – 13 Dec · Kasama

The Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum presents the third installment of its 'THE HEADLINERS' series, spotlighting notable contemporary ceramic artists. This...

Geological Museum Special Exhibition: "Mineral-rich Land—How Geo...

27 Oct – 7 Feb · Tsukuba

The Geological Survey Center of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology has been conducting geological surveys of the cou...

Prefectural and Tokyo Citizen’s Day Campaign at Ami Premium Outl...

15 Jun – 14 Nov · 阿見町

On Prefectural and Tokyo Citizen’s Day, many public elementary and junior high schools in the Kanto area are closed, making it a rare chance to enjoy...

Planetarium Edition: "Chi. - About the Movement of the Earth" (I...

18 Jul – 28 Feb · Tsukuba

This planetarium show is based on the story "Chi. - About the Movement of the Earth," set in 15th-century Europe and depicting the struggles of those...

Mystery-Solving Memory Walk: The Album of Time

12 Sep – 28 Feb · Mito

During your visit to the Art Tower Mito, you encounter a young girl with a troubled expression who hands you an album. As you flip through its pages,...

Hitachiota City Mystery Solving Adventure: The Spirits’ Lost Nam...

1 Nov – 28 Feb · Hitachiota

Explore all of Hitachiota City with this interactive mystery-solving and stamp rally event! Solve puzzles throughout the city to help the spirits recl...

Namegata Immersive Puzzle Adventure: Confront the Secret Organiz...

3 Oct – 31 Mar · Namegata

The Namegata Cryptid Research Institute was mainly dedicated to protecting Lake Kasumigaura's environment. One day, a letter arrives claiming 'We have...

Station Cat Osamu's Drink Rally

10 Oct – 23 Nov · Hitachinaka

Hitachinaka Community Development Corporation (Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture) will host 'Station Cat Osamu's Drink Rally' from October 10 to No...

Vocal Wellness Workshop with a Professional Narrator: Boost Your...

9 Sep – 9 Dec · Mito

Experience the benefits of vocal exercises and laughter for a healthier mind and body. Join Ms. Yoshie Mizawa, a professional narrator, for an interac...

Rural Revitalization Producer Training Program (INSPIRE IBARAKI)

7 Sep – 2 Mar · 水戸市

A free practical six-month program hosted by Ibaraki Prefecture for those interested in starting new projects that leverage local charm and resources....