Update-date: Apr 07 2025
In the Mito area of Ibaraki Prefecture, there are many attractions, including Kairakuen, which is selected as one of Japan's three famous gardens, as well as Lake Senba and Tokiwa Shrine, along with many hidden gems. This time, they have picked up recommended restaurants where visitors can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients in the Mito area, which has a lot to see.
1.Terrace Restaurant Rose
The restaurant Terrace Restaurant Rose offers modern French cuisine using the rich ingredients of Ibaraki. A recommended dish is the course featuring the brand beef "Hitachi Beef," which is known for its sweet, high-quality fat and tender meat. Additionally, the restaurant provides dishes that make abundant use of seasonal vegetables and seafood, allowing guests to enjoy the rich flavors of each season.
The restaurant is equipped with private rooms, making it perfect for dining on special occasions. There are also terrace seats facing the atrium, allowing guests to enjoy their meals as if they were in a resort.
Terrace Restaurant Rose
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: Train: 15-minute by car from JR Mito Station/ Car: 10-minute from the Mito IC of Joban Expressway toward Oarai and Hitachi on National Route 50
Address: Mito Plaza Hotel, 2078-1, Semba-cho, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: Train: 15-minute by car from JR Mito Station/ Car: 10-minute from the Mito IC of Joban Expressway toward Oarai and Hitachi on National Route 50
Address: Mito Plaza Hotel, 2078-1, Semba-cho, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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2. Chinese Cuisine Kashiwa-no-ki
The restaurant "Chinese Cuisine Kashi no Ki" offers authentic dishes made with plenty of local ingredients at reasonable prices. The recommendation is the authentic shrimp chili made with fresh shrimp and local Okukuji eggs. The dish features a delightful texture and a special chili sauce that balances a mild sweetness with a spicy kick.
The interior, featuring a striking table made of一本杉, exudes a warm and calming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a pleasant time with their loved ones while gazing at the rich natural scenery. They can also indulge in pairings with Shaoxing wine, various types of wine, and a wide selection of Chinese teas.
Chugokusai Kashiwanoki
Open: [Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday] Lunch 11:00 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Monday, Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute by car from Akatsuka Station on JR Joban Line
Address: 3539-1, Iitomi-cho, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Closed: Monday, Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute by car from Akatsuka Station on JR Joban Line
Address: 3539-1, Iitomi-cho, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Yamaguchi-rou Main Store
Founded in 1872, the long-established Japanese restaurant Yamaguchirou continues to captivate people with its course meals that incorporate modern sensibilities while preserving tradition. One of the dishes in the course, "Shiro Miso Shitate no Owan," features thick-cut sirloin from the Ibaraki Prefecture brand wagyu "Hitachi Beef," finished with fragrant white miso.
There are a total of five charming private rooms available. In addition to tatami-matted Japanese-style rooms, there are also table seats. A selection of sake and Japanese whiskey is available, allowing guests to enjoy pairings with dishes made from local ingredients.
Yamaguchi-rou Main Branch
Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 25,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute drive from Mito Station on the JR Joban Line
Address: 1-5-20, Daiku-machi, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 25,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute drive from Mito Station on the JR Joban Line
Address: 1-5-20, Daiku-machi, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Restaurant Ootsu
At the restaurant Ootsu, located about a 10-minute walk from Mito Station, one can enjoy delicate French cuisine that makes use of local ingredients. The course meals, featuring fresh seafood from Ibaraki Prefecture and carefully selected ingredients from various regions of Japan, are crafted to evoke the changing seasons.
The sophisticated monochrome interior creates a calm atmosphere, making it perfect for special moments with loved ones. The extensive selection of wines from France and Japan is also a highlight. By enjoying the pairing with the dishes, one can savor a blissful time.
Restaurant Ohtsu
Open: [Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm) *Please confirm in advance about lunch operation. *A service charge will be added to the course price. *10,000 JPY will be charged when using a private room.
Closed: Monday, Another 3 days off per month
Average price: [Dinner] 40,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Joban Line Mito Station, 15-minute from Kita-Kanto Expressway Mito South Interchange
Address: 1-5-4, Shiraume, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Closed: Monday, Another 3 days off per month
Average price: [Dinner] 40,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Joban Line Mito Station, 15-minute from Kita-Kanto Expressway Mito South Interchange
Address: 1-5-4, Shiraume, Mito-shi, Ibaraki
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Unagiya Tojo
Unagiya Tojo is a restaurant operated by Tojo Shoten, a wholesale eel business. The eels, carefully selected by professionals, are grilled to perfection, offering a rich and tender texture. The aroma and flavor of the sauce, which has been continuously replenished, are irresistible. In addition to the classic unaju, various set meals featuring different dishes are also available.
The restaurant is located in the northwest direction from Kairakuen. There is ample parking available, making it very convenient for a stop during a drive. Guests can enter through the entrance that exudes a Japanese taste, passing under a navy noren. The counter seats are arranged with plenty of space, and the spacious tatami seating features a sunken kotatsu style, allowing for a relaxing atmosphere. By closing the fusuma, it can also be used like a private room, providing a comfortable space to spend leisurely time.
Unagiya Tojo
Open: [Sunday,Monday,Wednesday - Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm (last order 8:30 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (last order 2:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access:
Address: 2-6-1 Kawada, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture Map
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Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access:
Address: 2-6-1 Kawada, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture Map
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This article was written by AI Translation.
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
