The charm of the Ibakita area.
＼Full of charm／
Recommended spots in the Ibakita area
There are many spots around GRAVITATE OSAKA where you can enjoy nature. Let us introduce you to some places where you can refresh both your mind and body.
Hiking around Mt. Ryuo
Mount Ryuo is a fascinating spot where nature and history intertwine.
A well-maintained hiking trail leads to the 510-meter-high summit, making it enjoyable even for beginners. From the observation deck at the summit, a vast panoramic view unfolds, offering a breathtaking experience of being one with nature. On a clear day, you can even see as far as Awaji Island – a truly spectacular sight.
Access information
Bus: Get off at the Hankyu Bus "Ninjoji" bus stop.
de Aihokkori Miyama no Sato
Miyama no Sato is a healing spot where you can experience the beauty of nature while immersing yourself in local flavors and culture.
■ Fresh local produce
Fresh produce, carefully cultivated by local farmers, is sold directly to consumers.You can purchase ingredients that allow you to fully enjoy the bounty of nature.
■ Enjoy seasonal flavors at a tea shop
At the tea house in Miyama no Sato, you can relax and enjoy homemade dishes made with locally sourced ingredients while admiring the beautiful rural scenery. This place also serves as a "meeting place" where local residents and visitors from outside the city can connect.
Popular local processed foods
- DragonKing MisoThis additive-free miso is made only from locally sourced rice, soybeans, and salt. It's a beloved product that has been used in school lunches at all elementary schools in Ibaraki City for over 40 years.
- deLove TofuAdditive-free tofu made primarily from locally produced "Sachiyutaka" wheat. Made using traditional methods, it boasts a rich flavor.
- Rice flour breadThis shop offers chewy bread made with rice flour from Ibaraki Prefecture. Their breakfast set is very popular.
- Red Perilla CiderA refreshing carbonated beverage made with red perilla leaves, a specialty of Miyama.
- Homemade gelatoAdditive-free gelato made with fresh, seasonal local ingredients. Enjoy a lineup that changes with the seasons.
Access information
Bus: Get off at the Hankyu Bus "Haseguchi" bus stop.
Address: 1131 Hase, Ibaraki City
Hours: 9: 00 ~ 16: 00
Closed: Tuesday
Parking: 45 spaces available
Ooiwa Slope
Located in Ibaraki City, "Ooiwa Slope" is a steep road. Due to its topography, it is likened to "Alpe d'Huez," a famous spot in the world-renowned cycling race "Tour de France," and is known among cyclists as "the Alpe d'Huez of Northern Osaka."
Access information
Address: Near 92 Oiwa, Ibaraki City
Dampark was great
Ibaraki City's "hub connecting mountains and towns"
Dam Park Ibakita is a park located midway between the mountainous area "Ibakita" (mountain) and the urban area (town) in the northern part of Ibaraki City.
It faces the vast reservoir created by the Aigawa Dam. It is located within the GRAVITATE OSAKA Dam Park Ibakita.
This park is designed to be enjoyed by many people through events and other activities that involve the involvement of the private sector.
Map of the area around Ibakita
Dam Park Ibakita Event Schedule
