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Ushiku

Ibaraki, Japan · Asia

About Ushiku

Ushiku is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Fujishiro, 41km from Sensō-ji.

Ushiku is a town located in Ibaraki, Japan. With a population of 84,651, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Ushiku 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 Ushiku to your route.

About Ushiku

Ushiku Station (牛久駅, Ushiku-eki) is a passenger railway station located in the city of Ushiku, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East).

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Ushiku 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 Ushiku located?

Ushiku is located in Ibaraki, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.9667 latitude, 140.1333 longitude.

What is the population of Ushiku?

Ushiku has a population of approximately 84,651 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
84,651
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Ibaraki
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.9667, 140.1333

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 Ushiku

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.

28 km · about 30 min drive

cathedral

Sensō-ji

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

41 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Skytree

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

41 km · about 45 min drive

museum

Tokyo National Museum

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

42 km · about 50 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.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Disneyland

The first Disney theme park built outside the United States, renowned for its impeccable service and unique attractions.

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Akihabara Electric Town

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

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Tokyo DisneySea

Unique nautical-themed Disney park widely regarded as the most beautifully designed theme park in the world.

44 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Ushiku

  • 61 kmTokyo Bay Aqua-LineA 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Ushiku.

Fujishiro

🇯🇵 Japan

6 km awayPop. 33,148

Toride

🇯🇵 Japan

9 km awayPop. 104,524

Ryūgasaki

🇯🇵 Japan

9 km awayPop. 85,761

Ami

🇯🇵 Japan

10 km awayPop. 48,553

Naka

🇯🇵 Japan

10 km awayPop. 53,137

Tsukubamirai

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 49,872

Moriya

🇯🇵 Japan

13 km awayPop. 68,777

Tsukuba

🇯🇵 Japan

13 km awayPop. 241,656

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