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Exploring the Beauty of Kasumigaura City with Miwako Kakoi

The latest issue of Monthly Tabiiro, launched on October 25, 2025, features the enchanting Miwako Kakoi on its cover. This edition not only highlights her adventures in Kasumigaura City, Ibaraki Prefecture, through fruit picking and cycling but also serves as a platform to showcase the area's rich attractions, history, and cuisine. Brangista Media aligns with Kasumigaura to promote tourism and increase awareness about the city.

In this captivating issue, the special feature titled "Travel to Kasumigaura City: A Refreshing Journey by the Lakes" draws readers into the charms of this scenic location. Kasumigaura City is adorned with beautiful landscapes, highlighting the famous Lake Kasumigaura, Japan's second-largest lake. The area’s mild climate is conducive to agriculture, thriving with sweet potatoes, lotus roots, chestnuts, blueberries, and strawberries. Visitors can indulge in seasonal activities like cycling, hiking, and fruit picking throughout the year.

A Day in Kasumigaura with Miwako Kakoi

Miwako Kakoi shares her excitement for travel, expressing how her visit to Kasumigaura offered a delightful break from her usual routine. "Although I've been to Ibaraki for work, it’s my first time exploring and enjoying the local cuisine," she reveals. She describes Kasumigaura as feeling like a distant getaway, just a two-hour ride from Tokyo, where one can experience an entirely different ambiance.

During her visit, Miwako was particularly amazed by the stunning views of Lake Kasumigaura and expressed her interest in cycling along its expansive bike paths. She says, "I was surprised to learn that cycling around the lake takes half a day! It’s great for biking, but I think jogging would also feel amazing here. I’ve just started morning jogging, so I can’t wait to run by the lakeside on my next visit!"

Rich Culinary Experiences of Kasumigaura

Kasumigaura City is a treasure trove for food enthusiasts with its array of delicious locally grown produce. During her stay, Miwako sampled blueberries at a vast blueberry farm and remarked, "It felt like being in a winery abroad! The taste was exceptional compared to what I usually have at home." Her culinary journey continued at Kohan Station, where she rented a bike to explore the scenic routes, eager to visit a roadside station to experience local delicacies firsthand.

Moreover, Miwako discovered Suigoen, a one-structure rental lodging nestled within the Tsukuba Water Park, expressing her desire to stay there in the future after researching it online.

Features of This Month's Edition

Besides Miwako’s adventures, this issue includes an engaging segment titled Area Feature, covering two amazing destinations: Tokushima City in Tokushima Prefecture, known for the traditional Awa Odori dance festival, and Tachikawa City, Tokyo, blending urban life with nature’s tranquility.

The magazine also presents a focus on Cocono Susukino in Hokkaido, a bustling hub rich with local cuisine and entertainment, including a newly opened ramen food hall that captures the culinary culture of Hokkaido.

Looking Ahead

Stay tuned for the next issue of Monthly Tabiiro, set to showcase the renowned Norika Fujiwara on its cover, promising more exciting travel stories and insights.

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