Japan · Ibaraki
A little travel guide with Tabi
Start slowly, with one place.
Find a view and a small meal.
牛久市
Ushiku in southern Ibaraki offers a giant Buddha and wine history. Start with JR Ushiku Station on the Joban Line, planning the chateau and Buddha as separate destinations. Check current buses and return connections for the Buddha.
This guide covers places within Ushiku, rather than places immediately beside your app check-in.
01 · EXPLORE
Two different places: start with whichever interests you.
01A first-visit stop
牛久大仏
A religious site with a large bronze Buddha and gardens. The September 2024 photograph shows part of the statue from below. Check current garden and interior entry arrangements and respect worship areas.
Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02A first-visit stop
牛久シャトー
Explore historic winery buildings and wine history. The August 2009 photograph shows an experimental vineyard on the grounds, without promising current cultivation or harvesting activities. Check separate access arrangements for buildings, exhibits and shops.
Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02 · A LITTLE BITE
The official tourism guide features peanuts grown and processed in Ushiku. Check origin and preparation labels and avoid them if you have a peanut allergy. Not all peanuts are Ushiku-grown.
Official guide03 · YOUR FIRST WALK
Try Ushiku Station → the chateau’s public areas. Arrange onward transport separately for the Buddha and check current entry guidance for its interior and gardens.
Check the walking routeCheck actual distances and travel times on the map. This suggested walk is separate from your app movement record.
Information checked:
Resized, metadata removed and converted to WebP; display crops vary by screen. Adapted CC BY-SA photos retain the original license.
Photos are historical material dated in the credits, not a guarantee of present scenery or operation. Places without photos use decorative name panels.
