Tokyo to Miharu Takizakura and Hitachi Seaside: Day trip
Private ride with a local driver
11hRound tripPrivate driver
About your trip
This day trip from Tokyo pairs tradition with spectacle. Visit Miharu Takizakura, one of Japan’s oldest and most revered cherry trees, before heading to Hitachi Seaside Park, where vast floral landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see.
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Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Tokyo whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional driver will collect you at your accommodation in Tokyo, guide you between Miharu Takizakura and Hitachi Seaside Park, and return you comfortably—no planning, no stress, just a smooth day trip.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Miharu Takizakura and Hitachi Seaside Park should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$405
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$1,215
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Tokyo
You choose the pickup spot. Miharu Takizakura
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 1 hour - admission not included
Hitachi Seaside Park
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discoverStop: 3 hours - admission not included
Monday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Back to Tokyo
We’ll take you back to your starting point.Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
Yes, the park has well-maintained paved paths throughout. Visitors can explore comfortably on foot during a 3-hour visit, especially the Miharashi Hill area and the cherry blossom sections near the park entrance. Rental bicycles are also available within the park for those who want to cover more ground.
The Miharu Takizakura tree is located in Miharu, Fukushima Prefecture, approximately 153 miles (246 km) from central Tokyo. The drive takes around 3 hours. Due to the distance, this trip is best suited to travelers who want to make the most of the day and leave early in the morning.
Hitachi Seaside Park is closed on Tuesdays (or the following Wednesday if Tuesday falls on a public holiday), as well as during the first week of February and on December 31 and January 1. Opening hours are generally 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., though hours extend during summer. Admission must be purchased at the gate, and we recommend checking the opening hours before booking your trip.
Yes, a small entrance fee is charged during cherry blossom season to support the tree's conservation. Payment is collected at the site. Exact fees may vary year to year. The Daytrip price does not include this charge, so bring some local currency for your visit.
Hitachi Seaside Park is best known for its spectacular blue nemophila flowers, which blanket Miharashi Hill every spring, creating a striking contrast against the sky. Cherry blossoms and tulips also bloom in spring. In autumn, the same hill transforms with fiery red kochia bushes. The park spans a vast area with cycling paths, cafes, and an amusement park.
The two stops are roughly 50 miles (80 km) apart within Ibaraki and Fukushima prefectures. The drive between them takes approximately 1 hour and is largely via expressway, passing through green Tohoku scenery. Your driver will handle all navigation and timing so you can relax between stops.
Miharu Takizakura is estimated to be over 1,000 years old and is one of Japan's three greatest cherry trees. Unlike the sea of identical Somei Yoshino trees seen in most parks, this solitary weeping cherry spreads its branches up to 20 meters wide, creating a cascading, waterfall-like effect that is unlike anything else in Japan.
The tree typically blooms around mid-April, roughly two weeks after cherry blossoms peak in central Tokyo. The exact dates vary by year, so checking live bloom forecasts closer to your trip is advisable. Since this is a single tree with a brief window of peak beauty, timing your visit during bloom is highly recommended.
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