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View Gallery- Kanazawa-eki (railroad station), 1.5km
- Kahoku Gata (lake), 9.1km
15 minutes by taxi from JR Mito Station. 30 minutes by regular route bus from JR Mito Station.. 15 minutes by car from Mito IC on Joban Expressway. 10 minutes by car from Ibarakimachi-higashi IC on Kita-kanto Expressway.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.