Ibaraki Prefecture, where the domain of the Tokugawa clan was located, was close to Edo, and developed as an important point for land and water transportation. Mito City, where the prefectural capital is located, is famous for producing natto, a traditional Japanese food. The 190km long coastline has fishing ports such as Nakaminato and Oarai, and the fishing industry is thriving.

Natto

Mito Komon

Ushiku Great Buddha