Tochigi Prefecture is an inland prefecture located in the northern part of the Kanto Region, and is divided into three parts: Central, Northern, and Southern Prefectures. The climate is characterized by frequent thunderstorms in summer and cold mornings in winter, with a large difference between the highest and lowest daily temperatures. The prefecture is also a good place for a short trip, with convenient transportation to major sightseeing spots only one to two hours from Tokyo. In Tochigi Prefecture, visitors can enjoy a variety of specialties such as strawberries, wagyu beef, and yunami. Especially popular among gourmets are the gyoza (dumplings) of Utsunomiya. Tochigi has a landlocked climate with hot summers and cold winters, and gyoza is said to have become popular because of its stamina-boosting properties. Gyoza with garlic and chives are very popular in Tochigi. Nikko Toshogu Shrine, which is registered as a World Heritage site, and Nasu Animal Kingdom, where you can see many animals, are popular tourist attractions. In particular, the Nasu Animal Kingdom is worth a visit because of the many rarely seen animals on display, such as grouse and manulucat. Surrounded by a variety of local products and world heritage sites, Tochigi Prefecture is a fascinating place to visit.