Tsukuba
Tsukuba
Welcome to Tsukuba, a world-leading science city.
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Strengths
Japan's largest center for scientific and technological research
Tsukuba is Japan's largest science center, with over 300 research institutions concentrated in the area. World-famous research institutions such as JAXA (Japan Aerospace eXploration Agency), the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), and Tsukuba University are all located here.
A multicultural community with an international flavor
Tsukuba is home to many researchers and students from around the world, leading to a well-developed support system in English.
An environment that combines nature and convenience
Tsukuba is blessed with a rich natural environment — including the famous Mt. Tsukuba and a host of parks — while also having the full range of urban conveniences. It is also well connected to Tokyo, with the Tsukuba Express depositing you downtown in 45 minutes.
Things to see
Tsukuba Space Center
As the central office of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), the Tsukuba Space Center conducts a wide variety of activities including research, development, and testing in cutting-edge fields of space development. There is an exhibition hall where visitors can learn about the history of space development in Japan. There are also guided tours around the facility.
Ryujin Suspension Bridge
The Ryujin Suspension Bridge in Ibaraki Prefecture offers a unique and breathtaking experience. You're 100 meters above the yawning gorge below and mist-shrouded Ryujin Lake. In every direction are views of the green, tree-covered hills and above you nothing but sky.
Tsukuba Expo Center
Home to one of the world's largest planetariums, you can “see, touch, and enjoy everything” at the Tsukuba Expo Center, a facility filled with interactive, experience-oriented science exhibits that make learning about science fun.
Ushiku Daibutsu
One of the three largest Buddha statues in the world, Ushiku Daibutsu is said to be big enough to hold Nara Prefecture's Todaiji Buddha statue in its hand. Visit and climb this statue to take in amazing views of the area and learn about the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism.
