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Toride (取手市) – Things to Do, Hotels & Travel Info

とりでし

Prefecture - Ibaraki Ken / 茨城県

Toride Overview

Toride is a city located in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 January 2024, the city had an estimated population of 103,717 in 47,545 households and a population density of 1482 persons per km2. The percentage of the population aged over 65 was 34.8%. The total area of the city is 69.94 square kilometres (27.00 sq mi).

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Toride Key Statistics

population iconPopulation

103908

area iconArea

70 km²

parks museums cafés iconParks / Museums / Cafés

162 / 2 / 8

Practical Essentials for Toride

Meet-ups & Expat Community

Chat with locals tonight or join a language-exchange near the station.

Find Events ↗

EV Charging Map

all available CHAdeMO and CCS fast-charging points Toride.

View Chargers ↗

Bike-Share & Cycling

Rent a bike by the hour and cruise the riverside paths.

Bike Rentals ↗

Transit & Timetables

Travellers can check live routes & timetables.

Emergency Phones

Police: 110  ·  Fire/Ambulance: 119

Nation-wide numbers, English assistance usually available.

Safety Tips ↗

City Hall Website

Official permits, taxes, public records and all resident-services for Toride.

Visit ↗

Getting Around Toride

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Toride Main Station & Rail Lines

ゆめみ野 (Yumemino)

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Train Travel to Toride

Toride is connected via Japan Rail and local private lines.

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Driving to Toride

Accessible via Tomei Expressway and other national highways.

Real-Time Air Quality in Toride

42

Good

Fresh skies above Toride, – great day for outdoor plans.

Source: World Air Quality Index

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What to Eat in Toride

  • Slurp a steaming bowl of ramen at a tiny shop in Toride downtown.
  • Walk the morning market and try ultra-fresh sushi in Toride.
  • Grab late-night yakitori skewers near Toride Station.
  • Pick up handmade mochi from a family confectioner in central Toride.
  • Sip a glass of small-batch sake brewed on the edge of Toride.

Hungry for more?

Street-food crawls, cooking classes & sake tastings — reserve now, pay later.

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Things to Do in Toride

  • Visit one of Toride’s 162 parks for jogging or cherry-blossom viewing.
  • Tour Toride City Museum and 2 smaller galleries nearby.
  • Grab coffee at any of the 8 indie cafés around Yumemino Station.
  • Walk the main food-street after dark and try local dishes unique to Toride.

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Walking tours, food crawls, day trips & more – reserve today, pay later.

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Income & Living Costs in Toride

¥3,400,000*est

Median household income / year

78*est /100

Price level vs Tokyo

Moving money internationally?

Send or spend Japanese yen with mid-market FX rates via Wise.

See Wise fees ↗

Best Hotels in Toride

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FAQ about Toride

When was Toride founded?

Toride was founded on April 1, 1889.

How old is Toride?

Toride is roughly 137 years old.

What is the population of Toride?

The latest estimate puts the population at about 103,908.

What is the land area of Toride?

Toride covers roughly 70 km².

What is the main railway station in Toride?

The primary hub is ゆめみ野 (Yumemino).

How many parks, museums and cafés are in Toride?

The city has roughly 162 parks, 2 museums and 8 cafés within a 5 km radius of the center.

Is Toride expensive to live?

Toride is generally more affordable than Tokyo, with lower rents and food costs outside the tourist core.

Do I need travel insurance for visiting Toride?

Yes — hospitals in Japan can be costly for visitors. SafetyWing covers flight delays, medical emergencies and lost gear from about US$45 / 4 weeks. Get an instant quote ↗

How can I send money internationally while in Japan?

Wise lets you hold Japanese yen, move money at the mid-market rate and spend with a debit card for a small fixed fee — popular with both expats and long-term travellers.

Where can I book food tours or cooking classes in Toride?

From street-food crawls to sake tastings and hands-on cooking classes, Toride has flavour for every budget. Book food tours ↗

What tours are available in Toride?

Guided walking tours, cultural excursions and day-trips run year-round. Most allow free cancellation and pay-later options. Explore tours ↗

Where can I access official city services in Toride?

All resident services — permits, taxes, public records — are handled by the City Hall. Visit the official site ↗

Are there expat meet-ups or language exchanges in Toride?

Toride hosts a friendly international community with weekly events near the main stations and cafes. Find events ↗

Where can I charge my EV in Toride?

CHAdeMO and CCS-compatible chargers dot convenience-store car-parks and highway rest-areas. View stations ↗

Can I rent a bike in Toride?

Yes, hire a bike by the hour or day and cruise the riverside paths. Rent a bike ↗

How can I check public-transport routes in Toride?

Use the official route planner for live subway, bus and tram times. Open planner ↗

Where is Toride?

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