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Koga

Ibaraki, Japan · Asia

About Koga

Koga is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Nogi, 53km from Sensō-ji.

Koga is a city located in Ibaraki, Japan. With a population of 139,344, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Koga 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 Koga to your route.

About Koga

Koga Station (古河駅, Koga-eki) is a passenger railway station in the city of Koga, Ibaraki, Japan, operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East).

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Koga 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 Koga located?

Koga is located in Ibaraki, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.1833 latitude, 139.7167 longitude.

What is the population of Koga?

Koga has a population of approximately 139,344 people, making it a city in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
139,344
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Ibaraki
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.1833, 139.7167

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 Koga

8 notable places within an hour's 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.

19 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Tokyo National Museum

Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.

52 km · about 60 min drive

cafe

Kayaba Coffee

A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.

52 km · about 60 min drive

cathedral

Sensō-ji

Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.

53 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Skytree

Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.

53 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Akihabara Electric Town

Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.

54 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Shinjuku

Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.

54 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Imperial Palace

The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Koga

  • 63 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 Koga.

Nogi

🇯🇵 Japan

5 km awayPop. 24,913

Kurihashi

🇯🇵 Japan

6 km awayPop. 27,813

Fujioka

🇯🇵 Japan

10 km awayPop. 18,335

Fuyugi

🇯🇵 Japan

10 km awayPop. 8,093

Itakura

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 14,083

Washinomiya

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 36,544

Sakai

🇯🇵 Japan

12 km awayPop. 24,201

Satte

🇯🇵 Japan

12 km awayPop. 55,286

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