Escape the City and Relax at a Forest Campsite
Located in the outskirts of Utsunomiya and hidden just behind a few rows of trees is
Kyoyachaho, a beautiful restaurant offering amazing food, including vegan and vegetarian dishes through various experiences. Visitors can choose to either be catered to inside the stylish restaurant, sit on the terrace, or head over to the campsite to relax for the day.
Making Traditional Japanese Miso
Located in the heart of Utsunomiya is Aogen Honten, a fermentation specialty store and cafe, with an adjacent classroom where locals can learn how to make their own homemade miso.
Harvest Your Own, Fresh Assortment of the Season’s Local Fruit
Just outside the center of Utsunomiya city is Kogashi Fruit Park which takes great pride and cares with their orchard operations and each season’s new growth. The fruits here are available to pick or buy at the store. They are of impeccable quality and can be purchased at a reasonable price.
Visit a Sake Brewery and Experience the Japanese Countryside!
In the rural Japanese countryside, Inoue Seikichi Sake Brewery is the perfect destination for a sunny day. Visitors can meet the 5th generation owner, taste seasonal, hand-crafted sake, buy a bottle (or two) of your favorite brew to take home, and enjoy a walk in the incredibly picturesque countryside.
Eat Your Way Through the Gyoza City
With over 300 gyoza restaurants in the city, Utsunomiya is the perfect place to sample a wide variety of gyoza!