2025 Tochigi Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

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Ashikaga Fireworks(May 31, 2025-May 31, 2025)
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Ashikaga Fireworks(May 31, 2025-May 31, 2025)
Popular Attractions
Nikko Toshogu Shrine (61)
Ashikaga Flower Park (29)
Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura (6)
Kinugawa Onsen (5)
All Moments About Tochigi Prefecture
Soyo Cafe
[#soyo]
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Spot | #tochigi #sano
Hush tag | #soyo
Shop account | @soyo_cafe
photo by
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@ akicafe57
@ a.l.cindy
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This strawberry short with an attractive round shape
After receiving the order, I said that I would like to finish the cream
The cute form is irresistible ⍤⃝ ♡
With a warm atmosphere
I am attracted to the gentle cake with low sweetness 𓎖
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📍 #soyo
> 12-10 Moroyama-cho, Sano-shi
"business hours"
Irregular holidays. Business hours also vary from day to day, so please check the store Instagram when you come to the store.
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Howdyscafe
[#howdyscafe]
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Spot | #tochigi #tochigi City
Hush tag | #hawdyscafe #howdy's Cafe
Shop account | @howdys_cafe
photo by @miyako_uk
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Good evening 💐
How are you all doing?
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The cafe we are introducing today is
This is "Howdys cafe".
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A small cafe run by a married couple. The store has an old-style atmosphere, and you can buy all the fashionable antique furniture.
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The photo is #salmon and cream cheese sandwich (¥ 920)
All dishes and drinks are served in Fire King tableware, which makes you feel good old American. We are particular about using organic and organic vegetables from the prefecture. ◎
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It is a restaurant where you can feel the warmth from the furniture and the feelings of the restaurant from the food.
Please go to #howdyscafe for your next vacation.
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📍 #howdy's Cafe
> 10-17 Kohira-cho, Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture
《Business hours》 12: 00-22: 00
> Wednesday and Thursday
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Taf Door
[#taf Door]
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Spot | #tochigi #utsunomiya City
Hush tag | #utsunomiya Cafe #taf Door
photo by @ junko1702
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Good evening ☽
It's getting colder and colder ...
What kind of house time do you spend? 𓆸
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The cafe we are introducing today is
"Taf Door" ☕︎
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The photo is "Marron Cream Toast" 🌰
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The gentle sweetness of marron cream and the rich fresh cream go perfectly together.
Thick and fluffy toast
It looks like you can eat it 🍞☁️
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Mr. Taf Door was just relocated last year, but that nostalgic menu and the calm space remain the same 𓍲𓍲
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Marron cream toast (¥ 600)
Please go to #taf Door for your next vacation.
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📍 #taf Door
> 1-1-25 Showa, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
《Business Hours》 10: 00-18: 00
《Regular holiday》 Thu
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Parlor Tochigi
[#parlor Tochigi]
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Spot | #tochigi #tochigi City
Hush tag | #parlourtochigi #parlor tochigi
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@manashan
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Parlor Tochigi's pudding with a heavy weight 🍮 It goes well with fresh cream with plenty of luxury 𓏗𓏗
This shop is said to have been renovated from a Western-style building built in the Taisho era! The interior of the store is also retro unified, making it a relaxing space 𓏲
📍 #parlor Tochigi
《Address》 11-4 Yamatocho, Tochigi City
《Business Hours》 11: 00-17: 00
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Cafe FUJINUMA
[#cafe FUJINUMA]
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Spot | #tochigi #oyama
Hush tag | #cafefujinuma
Shop account @ cafefujinuma1
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If you walk straight along the west exit of Oyama Station, you will find a nice aroma of coffee ... 𖠚՜
This time, I would like to introduce Cafe FUJINUMA, a cafe near the station.
Inside the store with a glass wall and a feeling of liberation
The interior is also nice with a calm tone 𓇠
The photo shows half and half of dry curry and today's curry.
It was green curry on that day ˎˊ˗
A happy menu where you can eat both the classic dry curry and the authentic green curry ... ⍤⃝ং
We also sell handmade baked goods and coffee beans here.
The clerk was also smiling, and when he told me his taste, he served recommended coffee ︎ ☘︎
It's a cafe that you can easily enter by yourself 𓄦
📍 #cafefujinuma
> 2-8-16 Chuo-cho, Oyama-shi
《Business Hours》 11: 00-21: 00
⚠︎ Business hours are subject to change, so please contact the store for details.
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Wakura Cafe
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Tochigi City Cafe Summary ⌇
I tried to summarize the cafes in Tochigi City 🕊
Please check it out 𓄧
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Spot | 📍 Wakura Cafe
#wakuracafe #matcha sweets #matcha #matcha latte
> 6-8 Yamatocho, Tochigi City
《Business Hours》 11: 00-17: 30
《Regular holiday》 Monday
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Spot | 📍 Parlor Tochigi
#parlor Tochigi #purin #cafe Pudding
> 11-4 Yamatocho, Tochigi City
《Business Hours》 11: 00-17: 00
> Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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Spot | 📍 Cafe No.3
Upper left photo minii_0330
# cafeno3 #panque
> 3-44-15 Hirayanagimachi, Tochigi City
《Business Hours》 11: 00-17: 00
《Regular holiday》 Monday
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Spot | 📍 Howdy ’S Cafe
#howdyscafe #organic cafe
> 10-17 Kohira-cho, Tochigi-shi
《Business Hours》 12: 00-22: 00
《Regular holiday》 Wednesday and Thursday
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Shikanokura Coffee
[Shikanokura Coffee ]
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Spot | #tochigi #yaita
Hush tag | #tochigi Cafe #yaita Cafe
Shop account | @shikanokura_coffee
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If you go straight from Yaita Station and go straight on the street in front of the station, you will see a shop based on white and blue 𓂃𓈒𓏸
Introducing this time is "# Shikanokura Coffee" 𓄅
The store is bright, spacious and has an open atmosphere 𓇠
#coffee, of course, other rice, sweets, drink menu are also abundant
You can enter from #lunch to #cafe time 𖠚
And there is a child-raising seat in the back of the shop ...! It is a space where you can relax slowly 𓂅
It is safe even with small children ︎ ☘︎
# Also in parent and child cafe ♪
📍 #shikanokuracoffee
> 2-5-7 Ogicho, Yaita City
《Business Hours》 12: 00-18: 00
《Regular holiday》 Sunday / Monday
⚠︎ Business hours are subject to change, so please contact the store for details.
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WAFFLE COFFEE
[#waffle COFFEE]
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Spot | #tochigi #sano
Hush tag | #tochigi Cafe #sano Cafe
Shop account | @ wafflecoffee_1916
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#retro American atmosphere WAFFLE COFFEE 🧇🍴
Surrounded by carefully selected furniture and miscellaneous goods, the interior is like a different world when you step into it 𓎖
We sell #organic coffee and you can also enjoy #latte art 𓄦
#waffles have a crispy surface and a chewy texture inside.
Plenty of volume 𖦆
The face made of fruit and ice cream is too cute ... ⍤⃝ˎˊ˗
📍 #wafflecoffee
> 2758-1 Honcho, Sano City
《Business Hours》 13: 00-18: 00
"No regular holiday
⚠︎ Business hours are subject to change, so please contact the store for details.
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[Tochigi Gourmet Trip vol.1]
#DomesticTravelRecord
Here is an introduction to the recommended spots I went to for food in Tochigi
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◼︎Marupan Kobo
A small bakery in a residential area of Nasu Shiobara City
The bread dough is made using 100% natural cultured yeast and fermented for over 12 hours to preserve the flavor of the flour
◼︎Balisai Cafe
1 minute walk from Tobu Utsunomiya Station, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi
A stylish space where you can enjoy galettes and pancakes
◼︎AG Cafe
A cafe on a hill in Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
You can enjoy tea and meals while looking at nature from the terrace
◼︎Just Cafe
A homely cafe run by a mother and daughter in Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
A full food menu including lunches with plenty of vegetables and morning-only pancakes
#Tochigi #TochigiTrip #Tochigi tourism #Tochigi gourmet #cafe #cafe hopping #domestic travel #girls trip #solo travel
Experience the Spiritual Serenity of Chuzenji Temple
#japantrip
Chuzenji Temple, also known as Chūzen-ji, is a historic Buddhist temple nestled on the shores of Lake Chuzenji in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture. Founded in 784 by the monk Shodo Shonin, the temple is renowned for its stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains, as well as its impressive statue of the Thousand-Armed Kannon. Visitors can immerse themselves in the tranquil atmosphere, explore the beautiful temple grounds, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Located at 2578 Chugushi, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Chuzenji Temple is a must-visit destination for those seeking peace and spiritual rejuvenation.

Recommended Destinations
Discover the Tranquil Beauty of Kinugawa Onsen Village
#japantrip
Nestled along the serene Kinugawa River in Tochigi Prefecture, Kinugawa Onsen Village is a charming hot spring resort town that offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Visitors can unwind in the soothing hot spring baths, explore the picturesque nature trails, and enjoy the unique attractions such as the Tobu World Square and Nikko Edomura theme parks. The village’s rich history and beautiful natural scenery make it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat. Located in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, Kinugawa Onsen Village is easily accessible from Tokyo, making it a convenient getaway for both locals and tourists.
Exploring the Grandeur of Nikko Toshogu Shrine
#japantrip
Nikko Toshogu Shrine, located in Sannai 2301, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, is a magnificent site that beautifully combines historical significance with stunning architectural beauty. This UNESCO World Heritage site is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate, and is renowned for its elaborate carvings, vibrant colors, and intricate details. The iconic Yomeimon Gate, often referred to as the “Gate of Sunlight,” is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, adorned with over 500 carvings. Visitors can also explore the serene surroundings, including the sacred cedar trees that add to the shrine’s tranquil atmosphere. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply seeking a place of beauty and peace, Nikko Toshogu Shrine in Tochigi Prefecture offers an unforgettable experience.
[Tochigi Travel Record vol.2]
#FuriTabiWinter
Tochigi Prefecture is located almost in the center of Japan
You can get there from Tokyo by Shinkansen in about an hour
There are plenty of sightseeing spots you can enjoy on a day trip
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◼︎Nasu Onsen Sanraku
Established in 1923
A traditional Japanese inn with ties to Emperor Showa
◼︎Yubatei Masudaya
Serves Nikko's traditional yuba cuisine
Uses Nikko Gozen Yuba, handmade for over 140 years in the temple town of Nikko
About an 8-minute walk from Tobu and JR Nikko Station
◼︎Restaurant Penny Lane Utsunomiya
A full-fledged restaurant at the east exit of JR Utsunomiya Station, a famous bakery called "Penny Lane" that originated in Nasu Highlands
Enjoy an atmosphere enveloped in the world of The Beatles
◼︎The North Wind and the Sun
A cafe renovated from the former municipal Toda Elementary School in Nasu Shiobara City, which was closed
Enjoy your meal in a nostalgic atmosphere with school buildings and corridors
◼︎Shionoyu Onsen Rengetsu
All rooms have natural hot spring baths, and the inn is located in the Shiobara Valley, which has a drop of about 30 meters.
They serve banquet meals incorporating local flavors.
#Tochigi #TochigiTrip #TochigiTourism #TochigiGourmet #Cafe #CafeHop #DomesticTrip #GirlsTrip #SoloTrip
A Refreshing Visit to Yakult Cafe Japan
#japantrip
Yakult Cafe Japan offers a unique and delightful experience, combining a cafe, beauty salon, and gallery all under one roof. Visitors can indulge in a variety of Yakult-infused treats, such as probiotic ice cream, pastries, and smoothies, all crafted with the wholesome goodness of Yakult. The beauty salon provides rejuvenating treatments, ensuring a holistic approach to wellness, while the gallery showcases local art, adding a cultural touch to the visit. The cafe’s inviting atmosphere and friendly staff make it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a blend of culinary and cultural delights.
Sauna, BBQ, Hot Springs, Bonfire, and Shisha in the Forest
I stayed at an Airbnb called picoahause in Tochigi Prefecture 😊
It was a wonderful place with a sauna, bonfire, BBQ, hot springs, and shisha!!
The BBQ area was beautifully decorated, creating a great atmosphere 💛
It's also pet-friendly and allows shisha, making it a perfect spot for chilling ✨✨
The host family was very friendly and lovely 🤭
It's definitely a place I want to visit again ✨✨
Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi Prefecture
Located in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, Ashikaga Flower Park was once selected by American CNN as one of the top ten dreamy travel destinations in the world. It is the only place in Japan that made the list. During the months of April and May when the wisteria flowers bloom, the park hosts the Great Wisteria Festival, where over 350 wisteria trees blossom at the same time, creating a spectacular sight. It is said that wisteria is an ancient flowering plant in Japan, and there is even a wisteria tree that is over 150 years old, which has been designated as a national natural monument.
The sea of wisteria flowers during the day is like a dreamy fairyland, and at night, the wisteria flowers, illuminated by lights, are recognized as a Japanese night view heritage known as 'Night Wisteria'. CNN even compared it to the Tree of Souls in Avatar, making it feel like being in a forest wonderland, leaving visitors in awe.
Ashikaga Flower Park
Address: 607 Hamama-cho, Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture
Moka Station Cherry Blossoms
Born in 1912, the Moka Railway is Japan's first regional railway. Many railway enthusiasts flock to see the steam locomotive that still runs in its original form from a century ago. As a small railway that connects Tochigi and Ibaraki prefectures, it remains an active part of local residents' lives to this day. However, what really puts the small city of Moka in southern Tochigi Prefecture in the spotlight is the annual cherry blossom festival held each spring. During the festival, not only is there about a kilometer of cherry trees adorning the area around Kita-Moka Station, but there are also fields of rapeseed flowers that elevate the scenery. This street, known as SL, Cherry Blossom, and Rapeseed Flower Street, presents a spring tableau with a yellow carpet of rapeseed fields and cherry blossoms as the backdrop. The sight of the SL train slowly passing by, creating a fleeting yet enchanting scene, is not only moving but also a must-capture subject for photography enthusiasts at least once in their lifetime.
Moka Station (Moka Eki)
Address: 908-10 Kumakura-cho, Moka-shi, Tochigi-ken
Ashikaga Flower Park Wisteria Festival
The best time to view the flowers at the Ashikaga Flower Park Wisteria Festival is when over 350 wisteria plants of various colors, such as purple, white, and pink, will bloom in succession during the festival. Among them, the giant purple wisteria trellis, which spreads out like a canopy, is particularly breathtaking. The curtains of wisteria flowers sway in the wind alongside azaleas, reminiscent of the Tree of Souls from the movie Avatar, creating a dreamy and romantic atmosphere.
Wisteria Festival 2024
Dates: April 13 to May 15, 2024
Address: 607 Hasama-cho, Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture, Ashikaga Flower Park
#cherryblo
#cherryblossom2024
Tochigi City Literature Museum
#2024wish The building that used to be the former office was renewed and rebuilt as a literature museum.
The first floor is an exhibition about the government office, and the second floor is an exhibition of literary figures in Tochigi City. The atmosphere of the building is good, but I feel a little lonely about the contents of the exhibition.
I wish to travel more this year.
Tochigi Japan Escapade
#japan#tochigijapan#cheese#cheesegarden#garden#gardenshop#skiadventure
NASU SHOZO CAFE]
[#nasu SHOZO CAFE]
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Spot | #tochigi #nasu #nasu Town
Hush tag | #nasu Cafe #shozocafe #nasushozocafe
photo by
@_r_cafe
@ qm.t.20
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Good evening ☽
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The cafe we are introducing today is
This is "NASU SHOZO CAFE" ☕
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NASU SHOZO CAFE, a very popular cafe in Nasu Kogen.
A calm space surrounded by antique furniture,
Other customers have sunroom seats and terrace seats 𓂃𓈒𓏸
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And you can't miss this #scone
Fans come from all over the country for this purpose.
The simple sweetness spreads quickly and fluffy, and once you eat it, you will be addicted to it.
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I'm also interested in original brand coffee and tea ...!
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📍 #shozocafe
> 2730-25 Takakuotsu, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun
《Business Hours》 10: 00-17: 30
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There is a
There is a CowHerd, which is very famous for its cattle, under the peak of the Nasu Plateau. The locals love this kind of hamburger meat stuffed beef and iron plate. This is the signature dish of their family.
The taste is very good, but I still like to eat with beef. . . However, it is probably the same as eating our own local food at home, and we like to eat the same burger.
Epinard Hotel
The hot spring hotels I have stayed in, including the northeastern part of Japan, are relatively Japanese and have a certain history. I still prefer Western style, and the new hotel. Although the hotels in Japan are old and very clean and comfortable. This kind of room, including double breakfast and dinner for 15xx to 17xx RMB, breakfast and dinner is self-help, but the products and varieties are very secure. Hotel Transportation:
From JR "Nasushiobara Station", take the hotel to and from the hotel to take the bus for 30 minutes / hc /
From the Busterminal Shinjuku Bus Interchange (Shinjuku Exhibition Shin-Nankou) take the Nass Resort Express The expressway bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes
the specific schedule is as follows:
When going to the hotel: From the Busterminal Shinjuku bus transfer station, NRX5 No. 10
When my fr
When my friend told us about Mt.Jeans, I thought he would take me to see the cow pants factory! Oh, actually, that is the cable car station of the main peak of the Nasu Plateau.
Kan Yuyue is the skiing and hot spring resort of Nasu, no wonder Tokyo people like to come here. I think that in the winter, I can still have a hot spring in the evening. This is the holiday. This is life~
But when we reach the foot of the mountain, we are dumbfounded. The whole hill is wrapped in thick fog. Inside. Going out is most afraid of encountering bad weather, right? But in fact, it doesn't matter. Yeh, the thick fog can also take the same effect as a fairyland. No need for any skills, just a pair of eyes that can find beauty~ Right?
The only pity is that this can be seen in the Nasu mountain peaks, which is the general name of the volcanic group at the junction of Tochigi Prefecture and Fukushima Prefecture, belonging to the Nasu volcanic belt. When the fog is a little smaller, you can see a little outline of the distant foothills.
The Tibeta
The Tibetan Street is a well-preserved Japanese-style historical building and street. The Japanese meaning of hidden here is warehouse. Next to the river called Babochuan, during the Edo shogunate, the transactions between Tochigi and Edo (Tokyo) were transported through Babochuan, and local wealthy people built warehouses along the banks of Babochuan. If you have leisure time, you can take a boat tour, listen to the fishermen singing local folk songs, and feed the millennium old fish here. Anyway, I heard that the fish here are older than me. I feel that I am a thousand years old demon. The Sano Ramen is a Chinese-style ramen. This noodle is a bit like the Chinese hand-faced noodle. The soup base looks light, but the salty taste is heavy.
If you pass by Sano, it is recommended to eat a bowl of authentic Sano Ramen. Ah, not enough to make dumplings~
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