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Iwase

Ibaraki, Japan · Asia

About Iwase

Iwase is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Makabe, 54km from Fukuroda Falls.

Iwase is a town located in Ibaraki, Japan. With a population of 39,122, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Iwase sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Iwase to your route.

About Iwase

Iwase (岩瀬町, Iwase-machi) was a town located in Nishiibaraki District, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. In 2003, the town had an estimated population of 22,378 and a density of 256.75 per km2. The total area was 87.16 km2. On October 1, 2005, Iwase, the town of Makabe and the village of Yamato (both from Makabe District)

Read more were merged to create the city of Sakuragawa.

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Iwase offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Iwase located?

Iwase is located in Ibaraki, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.3500 latitude, 140.1000 longitude.

What is the population of Iwase?

Iwase has a population of approximately 39,122 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
39,122
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Ibaraki
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.3500, 140.1000

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Iwase

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Honda Collection Hall

Honda's official museum at Twin Ring Motegi showcasing racing motorcycles, Formula 1 cars, and production vehicles.

23 km · about 25 min drive

racetrack

Mobility Resort Motegi

Honda's twin-track complex in the Tochigi hills, formerly Twin Ring Motegi, with a 4.8 km road course, a unique superspeedway oval, and Super GT and MotoGP heritage.

23 km · about 25 min drive

racetrack

Tsukuba Circuit

Compact 2.045 km Ibaraki track that became the world benchmark for time attack, hosting legendary Hot Version and Best Motoring battles. A sub-minute lap here is the holy grail of tuner culture.

27 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Fukuroda Falls

A 120 m cascade descending in four broad tiers over a rock face, reached by a tunnel and lift to several viewing decks. In hard winters the whole face can freeze.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Iwase

  • 67 kmIrohazaka Winding RoadTwin one-way mountain roads with 48 hairpin bends linking Nikko to Lake Chuzenji, each curve named after a character of the old Japanese alphabet. Spectacular in autumn and legendary among touge drivers.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Iwase.

Makabe

🇯🇵 Japan

9 km awayPop. 19,293

Sakuragawa

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km away

Chikusei

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 100,753

Shimodate

🇯🇵 Japan

12 km awayPop. 63,666

Mooka

🇯🇵 Japan

12 km awayPop. 78,720

Mashiko

🇯🇵 Japan

13 km awayPop. 26,045

Kasama

🇯🇵 Japan

15 km awayPop. 73,664

Tomobe

🇯🇵 Japan

18 km awayPop. 37,146

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