Tour of Ibaraki

Food, fermentation and cycling — 3 new reasons to hit Ibaraki Prefecture

Discover Japan's close connection to all things fermentation — the magical process responsible for some of Japan's best loved food products, like soy sauce, miso, Japanese sake and even natto! Just one hour north of Tokyo, Ibaraki Prefecture provides some of the best behind-the-scenes access to find out where and how such fermented foods are made—often still using traditional techniques.

The prefecture also offers unparalled cycling opportunities in the Tsukuba and Lake Kasumigaura regions, which can turn into an enjoyable way of discovering local foods along the way.