Mashiko Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tucked away in the Hills of Tochigi (2hours from Tokyo) is the Town of Mashiko well know for its history of pottery. More than 300 potters live in this small town and create all kinds of beautiful pottery. It was late February and I found a stall selling these Sakura designed rice bowls : )
Tucked away in the Hills of Tochigi (2hours from Tokyo) is the Town of Mashiko well know for its history of pottery. More than 300 potters live in this small town and create all kinds of beautiful pottery. It was late February and I found a stall selling these Sakura designed rice bowls : )
140814-1234 Tochigi-ken, Haga-gun, Mashiko-cho, Hanawa
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Mashikokan Satoyama Resort Hotel

Mashikokan Satoyama Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
243-3 Mashiko, Hagagun Mashiko Ibaraki
The price is ₹8,620 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
₹8,620
₹9,482 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this spa ryokan in Mashiko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art / Ceramic Art Messe ...
8/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
Please note that this from the perspective of a westerner (Canada) — This was a very traditional Japanese resort. The baths and hot tub were great. Breakfast was a set menu and traditional Japanese fare — while it was an interesting experience, it was also very non-traditional for us. Best to have ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

Mashikokan Satoyama Resort Hotel
Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande

Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande

3.5 out of 5
5-12 Utsunomiya Honcho Utsunomiya Tochigi
The price is ₹2,724 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹2,724
₹3,352 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Utsunomiya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (934 reviews)
Room was clean and quiet. Good location too. Since a lot of my friends in Utsunomiya, I will come back.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Utsunomiya Tobu Hotel Grande
CANDEO HOTELS UTSUNOMIYA

CANDEO HOTELS UTSUNOMIYA

3 out of 5
1-1 Miyamirai Utsunomiya Tochigi
The price is ₹6,430 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹6,430
₹7,122 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this spa hotel in Utsunomiya. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Staff were courteous and helpful. Service was efficient and thoughtful. Efficient check out system was a good idea. Having the spa was a great experience. Easy access to the station made our trip enjoyable.

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

CANDEO HOTELS UTSUNOMIYA
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Iizukatei

Iizukatei

3 out of 5
360 Batou Nakagawa Tochigi
Stay at this aparthotel in Nakagawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nakagawa Bato Hiroshige Museum and Katakuri ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Beautiful authentic Japanese stay!
Amazing hospitality, comfort and cleanliness. Beautiful stay. Food and snacks provided. 10/10 highly recommend!

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Iizukatei
Kakinouen

Kakinouen

3 out of 5
1218-6 Johoji Nakagawa Tochigi
Stay at this apartment in Nakagawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Nakagawa Aquatic Park and Katakuri Mountain Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
One of a kind
This accomodation is a genuin japanese experience with the cutest old couple as hosts. If you are looking for a modern and convenient accomodation this is not for you, BUT if you are looking for unique place to stay on the country side this is the place. We had a good stay for two nights. Having ...

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Kakinouen
BITOKENKOUNOMACHI COSMIC TOWN

BITOKENKOUNOMACHI COSMIC TOWN

3.5 out of 5
132-1 Imaizumi Shimotsuma Ibaraki
Stay at this holiday home in Shimotsuma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site spa services and Netflix. Popular attraction Tsukuba Circuit is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
サウナ、テンピュールベット、BGMなど、快適な設備です。また、スタッフの方も、親切で、２回目ですが、お気に入りホテルです。

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

BITOKENKOUNOMACHI COSMIC TOWN
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Popular places to visit

Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art / Ceramic Art Messe Mashiko

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art / Ceramic Art Messe Mashiko during your trip to Mashiko. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art / Ceramic Art Messe Mashiko

Saimyoji Temple

After visiting Saimyoji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mashiko. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Saimyoji Temple