Itako

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Itako iris Garden in Ibaraki prefecture, Kanto, Japan.
Itako iris Garden in Ibaraki prefecture, Kanto, Japan.
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Ayame Garden in Itako holds an Ayame (Japanese Iris) Flower Festival every year from late May to June.

The iris come in various shades of white, purple, and yellow. The garden covers approx. 1.3 hectares (3.2 acres) next to the Maekawa River and the iris can be viewed from both the garden path and bridges above it.

Closest Station: Itako Station on the JR Kashima Line.

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New Makomo Hotel

New Makomo Hotel

2.5 out of 5
100-15 Itako Itako Ibaraki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$89 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$89
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Itako. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free train station pick-up. Popular attractions Iris Garden and Gongenyama Park are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (87 reviews)
Staff was great! We needed to arrange an early morning taxi, and they were very helpful

Reviewed on 9 Mar, 2025

New Makomo Hotel
Kamenoi Hotel Itako

Kamenoi Hotel Itako

4 out of 5
1830-1 Mizuwara Itako Ibaraki
The price is S$262 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$262
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this ryokan in Itako. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Iris Garden and Kashima Soccer Stadium are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
It’s an older hotel, not located anywhere convenient or near major sightseeing spots, but quite nice. Hardly any foreign tourists when I stayed, so if you want to experience the good old Japan (that is becoming increasingly difficult to find), here is the excellent option.

Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025

Kamenoi Hotel Itako
Narita Tobu Hotel Airport

Narita Tobu Hotel Airport

3.5 out of 5
320-1 Tokko Narita Chiba-ken
The price is S$75 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
S$75
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Narita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,443 reviews)
The best

Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026

Narita Tobu Hotel Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Silk Village

Silk Village

3 out of 5
8-chome-7-1 Itako Ibaraki
Stay at this apartment in Itako. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Iris Garden and Gongenyama Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
コストパフォーマンスは非常に良いです。連絡が中々取れないので、直前に不安になりますが、そこを改善してくれれば、この値段なら言う事無しです。

Reviewed on 4 May, 2024

Silk Village
kasumi terrace Kasumigaura

kasumi terrace Kasumigaura

3 out of 5
419-1 Namegata Ibaraki
Stay at this cottage in Namegata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and housekeeping. Popular attractions Gongenyama Park and Iris Garden are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
やっぱり、美しい夕焼けを眺められるところかなぁ。すぐ後ろの白帆の湯も気持ちよかったです。部屋も綺麗で、とても気に入りました。ありがとうございました。

Reviewed on 31 Jan, 2026

kasumi terrace Kasumigaura
Tsunore51

Tsunore51

3 out of 5
1506-35 Tsunoore Kashima Ibaraki
Stay at this holiday home in Kashima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attraction Kashima Soccer Stadium is located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Pretty secluded, but has great walking-range dining options. Good views, great for a couple in my mind.

Reviewed on 18 Nov, 2025

Tsunore51
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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