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City in Indiana, United States
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Mishawaka is in Northern Indiana. The town is named after Princess Mishawaka of the Potowatomi tribe. Its adjacent twin city is South Bend, Indiana, which is west of the city. The St. Joseph River runs through downtown where a new riverwalk is still being constructed. Though South Bend has a great deal to offer in terms of tourist attractions, Mishawaka also has quite a few things to see and do. Notre Dame and South Bend are a short drive away if boredom begins to take over.
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A former brewery on the St. Joseph River off of Lincoln Way East. It used to have a lot of shops, but not so much anymore.
Across from the University of Notre Dame.
A Japanese strolling garden that symbolizes the Sister-City relationship between Mishawaka, Indiana and Shiojiri City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It contains more than 20 varieties of large plant material, over two hundred large boulders, donated statue and a teahouse pavilion. This is also a very popular summer wedding area.
See the legendary campus for yourself. Guided tours are available through the Alumni Association. Notable attractions include the grotto, the Golden Dome, Notre Dame Stadium, the Wall of Life Mural (Touchdown Jesus) and the Hesburgh Library, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, St. Joseph and St. Mary's Lakes, the stations of the cross, and the Notre Dame Bookstore, which is the largest in the country.
Located midway between Mishawaka and Elkhart - Baugo Creek has a picnic area and disc golf course as well as canoe rentals down Baugo Creek.
Locally created and owned ice cream company and restaurant.
Great Korean food.
Authentic Japanese cuisine prepared right at your table.
Indoor pool, bar and restaurant.
Enjoy the comforts of an historic mansion in downtown Mishawaka.
Fair-trade crafts & housewares from Asia, Africa, Latin America & the Middle East.
Grape Road and SR 23. University Park Mall has a range a multitude of national stores - high and low end - including the three anchors: J.C. Penny, Macy's, and Sears.
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By train
Neighboring South Bend is served by long-distance and commuter trains., as well as the Lake Shore Limited, linking Chicago with New York City and Boston.
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