On Sunday, May 10, 2026, the area around the Water Stage at National Hitachi Seaside Park in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki will host two simultaneous events. The day also falls during the spring urban greening promotion period, making it a free admission day at the park (parking fees apply separately).
Taste and Experience the Local Area at "Hitachinaka, Oarai, and Tokai PR Day"
The "Hitachinaka, Oarai, and Tokai PR Day" gathers local gourmet food, regional specialty products, and tourism PR booths in one place around the Water Stage area. Visitors can look forward to local favorites such as Nakaminato Yakisoba and shirasu senbei (baby sardine crackers), hands-on experience corners for families, and booths spotlighting recommended spots across the three municipalities.
New additions this year include a BMX experience corner and an Ibaraki Prefectural Police white motorcycle (hakubaiku) display corner, expanding the range of things to see and do.
| Date & Time | Sunday, May 10 — 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Location | Around the Water Stage |
| Organizers | Hitachinaka City, Oarai Town, Tokai Village, Hitachinaka Tourism Association, Oarai Tourism Association, Tokai Village Tourism Association |
| Co-organizer | National Hitachi Seaside Park |
Graceful Performances at the "Hitachinaka Hula Festival"
Running concurrently at the Water Stage, the "Hitachinaka Hula Festival" brings together 15 groups from Hitachinaka and the surrounding area. The program features elegant hula alongside the vibrant energy of Tahitian dance, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the venue.
One highlight not to miss is the "Kane Hula" — a performance by male employees of Hitachinaka City Hall, created as part of efforts to promote the city as the "Hula Town of Hitachinaka."
| Date & Time | Sunday, May 10 — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Location | Water Stage |
| Organizer | Hitachinaka Hula Association |
| Co-organizer | National Hitachi Seaside Park |
