Chiba - Japan

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Did you know that the gateway to Japan,
Narita International Airport, was in Chiba? Created by : Chiharu Sakazaki
Chiba Prefecture is located near Tokyo and is an area rich in nature and A picture book writer and illustrator from
Ichikawa, Chiba; she is also the creator of
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abundant in local charm. A place where cuisine, shopping and other activities the penguin used as a motif character for
JR East’s smart card, Suica.
can be enjoyed. Twitter : @chi_bakun_chiba
Here you are sure to encounter the Japan of your dreams.
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Bathing Facility Etiquette

Culture/Arts Flowers <Entry limitations> In Japan many people have a negative impression
of tattoos, and even if those tattoos happen to be for fashion there are
bathing facilities which you cannot use if you have them. Please confirm in
advance.
<When entering baths> Please only enter baths after giving your
body a quick wash. Those with long hair should tie it up so as not to soak it
in the hot water. It is also prohibited to scrub your body in the baths or to put
towels in the water.
<When washing body> Please ensure that you are not getting water
on people around you when washing your body. Expose of waste in bins.
Return equipment to its original place. Please avoid speaking in loud voices.
<When leaving bathing area> Please lightly dry your body with a
heavily wrung towel before entering the changing area after getting out of
baths.
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About Japan Heritage
Category
Culture/ Social Media The Japan Heritage is something that has been
History Fun Onsen
Arts Snap Spot certified by the Agency for Cultural Affairs as
telling a story about Japanese culture/tradition
Basic info. Address Tel. Operating hours Holiday/closed Fee Website through historical charms and characteristics
of a region. In Chiba Prefecture a group of four
Railways/Railway Bus/Bus Stop Shuttle Typical Edo Suburbs is certified for supporting
Access info. Walks Taxi Rental bicycle the Millions of Edo residents. These are all
Station Area bus
closely located to Narita International Airport meaning
they can easily be accessed from the airport.
Best season Spring Summer Fall Winter Recommended route: H-1, H-3, H-4, H-6
•The recommended sightseeing route has been created with the cooperation of foreign exchange students from Josai International University.
•The content of this pamphlet reflects studies carried out between November 2016 and January 2017. The times required and prices as given in this pamphlet are estimates.
•It is possible that all kinds of data provided in this pamphlet will change after publication. Please confirm details when using it on the official website. Also, if there are any
incidents or accidents occasioned by the use of the content of this publication, compensation will not be possible. Please use this publication in acceptance of the above
proviso.
Published: Tourism Planning Division, Commerce, Industry and Labor Department, Chiba Prefecture Produced by: Shobunsha Publications, Inc. Published: March 2018
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30 Routes and 250 Spots to Experience Chiba
T1
T T2
Have action-packed fun in the Park ROUTE
Learn about Japanese food culture through plant tours and washoku ROUTE
T3 Encounter Japanese history and culture in elegant Nagareyama ROUTE
H1
H
A full line-up of activities to encounter Japanese cuisine ROUTE
H2 A mini-trip on the retro Choshi Electric Railway ROUTE
Tokatsu Area P.52− H3 Encounter Japanese Wa at Little Edo Sawara and Katori-jingu Shrine ROUTE
An area which developed as a dormitory town for the Tokyo area.
You can enjoy athletic activities, tour soy sauce factories, and more.
H4 To Sakura, a place retaining the flavors of an old castle town ROUTE
H5 Be wrapped in serenity at a place of Buddhist learning ROUTE
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H6 Walk the temple approach to invoke good luck ROUTE
H7 Go here for last-minute shopping ROUTE
Hokuso Area P.18−
An area dotted with historical and distintive places such as the castle H8 Full marks for impressiveness! Aircraft Tour ROUTE
town Sakura, the temple town Narita, Little Edo Sawara, and more.
H9 Dolphin and whale watching ROUTE
H
Narita Airport
Tokyo
N1 Travel to a castle town on two local trains ROUTE

Makuhari Shintoshin N2 Onsen & hiking amidst greenery ROUTE
N3 Encounter history and culture in Katsuura ROUTE
N4 Spend a relaxing time in spas and on the beach ROUTE
N5 Get your fill of strawberries and sake ROUTE
N6 Have action-packed fun on Kujukuri Beach ROUTE
N7 Stroll the coast on horseback ROUTE
N8 Exciting activities in the midst of greenery ROUTE
N
Golden Area P.6−
N
Many recommended spots in the area consisting of Narita
International Airport, Makuhari Shintoshin, and Tokyo.
Nakaboso/Kujukuri Area P.28−

An area where Kujukuri beach, a 66km long gently sloping shallow
beach, is located. Famous for fine dining spots.
K K K1
K2
K3
K4
Refresh body and soul with tidal flat shellfish gathering & onsen ROUTE
Take the highway bus to go shopping at outlet stores ROUTE
Lovely animals and flower beds ROUTE
Romantic illumination displays to light up the winter ROUTE
K5 Have your cake and eat it with an aquarium & onsen & seafood! ROUTE
K6 Magnificent views from Mt. Nokogiri and the bounties of the sea ROUTE
K7 Exhiliration! Mt. Nokogiri hiking ROUTE
Kazusa/Minamiboso Area P.38−
Located at the southern point of the Boso Peninsula and known for K8 Horseriding/kayaking and rental bicycles ROUTE
its temperate climate. The perfect area for action-packed fun.
K9 Enjoy Minamiboso with flower-picking and onsen ROUTE
K10 Conveyor belt sushi & relaxed shopping ROUTE
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As rail networks extend in a radial manner from Tokyo there is a particularly rich number of
Railways railways in the north-west of the prefecture. With express trains and other means available
it is possible to reach the south of the Boso area more quickly than you would imagine.
Railway Route
Search Website
Japan Transit
Planner
[How to use taxis] Japanese taxi is a safe transportation means. There are taxi ranks at most railway stations. Pay onboard
Taxi
after reaching your destination. Base fare is 730 to 810 yen for 2km. After this fares are calculated based on time and
distance. Fares between 22:00 and 5:00 have a 20% surcharge. No tip is necessary. When using taxis from sightseeing spots,
you can call the number on the receipt you received on the journey there and the staff at the spot will call a taxi for you.
Depending on the spot it may also be possible to hail a passing taxi.
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For locations which are not easily reached by rail, you can use a highway bus. The ease of
Highway bus being able to reach your destination mainly using expressways without having to change
trains.
No reservations necessary, with some exceptions.
Departure point Destination Operating hours Charge
A Museum of Aeronautical Sciences / Yokaichiba Sta. Approx. 1hr 28mins / 2hrs 1min 1,680 yen / 2,090 yen
Tokyo Sta.
B Tateyama Sta. / Chikura Sta. Approx. 1hr 48mins / 2hrs 12mins 2,500 yen / 2,700 yen
C Narita International Airport (JR Bus) Approx. 1hr 10mins 1,000 yen
D Shisui Premium Outlets / Choshi Sta. Approx. 50mins / Approx. 2hrs 14mins 1,250 yen / 2,550 yen
E Choshi Sta. / Inubosaki Approx. 2hrs 14mins / Approx. 2hrs 28mins 2,550 yen / 2,550 yen
F Togane Sta. / Naruto Depot Approx. 1hr 5mins / Approx. 1hr 25mins 1,550 yen
G Kisarazu-Kaneda Bus Terminal / Kisarazu Sta. Approx. 40mins / Approx. 1hr 59mins 1,250 yen / 1,350 yen
H Kimitsu Sta. South Exit Approx. 1hr 7mins 1,450 yen
I Awa-Kamogawa Sta. / Kamogawa SEA WORLD Approx. 2hrs 14mins / Approx. 2hrs 18mins 2,450 yen
J Katsuura Sta. Approx. 1hr 51mins 1,850 yen
K Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu Approx. 45mins 1,250 yen
L Narita International Airport (Keisei Bus) Approx. 1hr 10mins 1,000 yen
M Makuhari Messe Approx. 41mins 820 yen
N Shirasato-kaigan / Shirako-Nakazato Approx. 1hr 32mins / Approx. 1hr 53mins 1,850 yen
A Narita International Airport Approx. 40mins 900 yen

Makuhari Sta.
Kaihin-
B Shisui Premium Outlets Approx. 40mins 800 yen

C Naruto Depot Approx. 1hr 7mins 870 yen
D Makuhari-Hongo Sta. Approx. 13mins 220 yen
A Tokyo Sta. (JR Bus) Approx. 1hr 17mins 1,000 yen

Narita International
Airport
B Tokyo Sta. (Keisei Bus) Approx. 1hr 17mins 1,000 yen

C Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Approx. 40mins 900 yen
D Museum of Aeronautical Sciences Approx. 8mins 210 yen
E Aeon Mall Narita Approx. 20mins 250 yen
F Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu Approx. 1hr 52mins 1750 yen
G Shisui Premium Outlets Approx. 15mins 350 yen
H Kashiwa Sta. Approx. 1hr 30mins 1,700 yen
Terminal 1 International Arrival Lobby (1F) Terminal 3 International Arrival Lobby (1F)
A B D E G
C H B
F
A
H
C F
Terminal 2 International Arrival Lobby (1F)
A B
A B E
G C F
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Makuhari Shintoshin
A New City around “Makuhari Messe” the largest scale convention facility in Japan. You can enjoy a full
day of activities in this area where offices of nationally and internationally renowned companies, hotels,
educational institutions, large scale shopping facilities, dining spots and parks are assembled.
B10
(P.11) Makuhari Messe
The largest scale convention center in Japan

which hosts various events such as trade fairs
A competition venue for the 2020 and exhibitions including Tokyo Game Show
Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games and Comiket, concerts, and others. Confirm
the schedule of events to be held on the official
Apart from being used as a competition venue for the 2020 Tokyo website.
Olympics, for fencing, wrestling, and taekwondo, Makuhari Messe
will also play host to the Paralympics goalball, sitting volleyball,
wheelchair fencing, and taekwondo competitions. [ Still many recommended spots in this area ]
Olympics
Fencing
Taekwondo
B8 AEON MALL B9 Mitsui Outlet Park B11 ZOZO Marine

(P.11) MAKUHARI NEW CITY (P.11) Makuhari (P.11) Stadium
A gigantic shopping mall with a selection of An outlet mall in front of the station. A full Home ground of the professional baseball
Surfing Wrestling shops, dining and entertainment options. line-up of famous brands. team Chiba Lotte Marines. Also hosts
*Held in Ichinomiya-machi
concerts.
Paralympics
Sitting
volleyball
Wheelchair Taekwondo
fencing
B12 Makuhari Baytown B13 Mihamaen

Goalball
(P.11) shopping arcade (P.11) Japanese Garden

A shopping arcade in a “baytown” A tranquil Japanese garden. There are
reminiscent of a European townscape. also tearooms where you can savor some
wagashi sweets.
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Narita International Airport
Narita International Airport boasts an annual number of travelers in excess of 39 million as the gateway
to Japan. A bustling airport, it is also a destination with many events and exhibitions that can help you
learn more about Japan, as well as relaxing art spaces.
Shopping
You will find the perfect souvenir items, including popular
sweets, Japanese goods and household electronics.
Handy travel goods are also available to people setting
off on their journeys.
Cuisine
Japanese/Western/Chinese style food is
joined by Halal and vegetarian menus. Enjoy
a rich variety of dining.
For more details

o f e a c h f a c ili t y ,
confirm on the
facility information
guides provided in
the airport or on the
website.
Take a
Calm
Go here first stroll around the Easy to use
your mind
airport
Tourist Coin-Operated
Information Center Baggage Storage Lockers Prayer Room
Various information is provided including Enjoy sightseeing and dining without being There are various sizes and the prices A space for spiritual activities including prayer,
sightseeing information for all of Japan, encumbered by large luggage. Luggage can be also vary depending on size and location devotion, meditation, and quiet. Can be used by
traffic information, and so on. accepted for as long as 30 days installed. anyone.
Make the best of any time available to take

a short trip from Narita International Airport.
At Narita International Airport transport, in particular
railways and buses are a great way to get out and
explore Chiba Prefecture as well as take you to your
destination. Even with a short amount of time, you can
enjoy sightseeing in the surrounding area directly after
arrival or before taking your flight home.
Katori-jingu Shrine Naritasan Shinshoji Temple
Also recommended Narita International Airport Regular Tourist Bus

[Morning course]• Operating time: 8:15-12:50 • Fee: 2,000 yen
Shibayama Nioson
Narita International Airport Narita Sta. Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Roadside Station Tako Narita International Airport
Haniwa Museum
[Afternoon course]• Operating time: 13:00-17:00 • Fee: 2,000 yen
Narita International Airport Katori-jingu Shrine Sawara Dashi Kaikan/The Sawara Townscape Roadside Station Hakko no Sato Kozaki Narita International Airport
* It is possible to participate in the afternoon course following participation in the morning course. Total Fee: 3,500 yen
Inquiries: JR Bus Kanto Kanto East Branch 0479-76-3760 (9:00–17:00)
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A Tokyo Chiba
Keisei Line／JR Sobu Line
A1 I-link Town Observation Deck A2 Chiba Museum of Science

and Industry A3 Nakayama Hokekyo-ji Temple
A 150 meter high observation deck where 360 degree panoramic A museum themed on science and technology used in industry. An important temple in the
views can be enjoyed. Chance to learn about science through both displays and interactive Nichiren sect of Buddhism.
Also incorporates an indoor observation lobby. programs. Holds documents authored by
the founder of Nichiren which
所 1-10-1 Ichikawa-minami, Ichikawa 047-322-9300 所 1-1-3 Onitaka, Ichikawa 047-379-2000 9:00-16:30 (Last admission
9:00-22:00 (observatory deck till 21:00) 16:00) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday)
are designated a national
休 First Mon. of the month (holiday on next weekday if public holiday) 300 yen (500 yen during planned exhibitions) Available treasure.
Free
所 2-10-1 Nakayama, Ichikawa
047-334-3433
9:00-17:00
(Oct. to March till 16:00)
休 Open year-round
Free
JR Ichikawa Sta. Approx. 4mins JR Moto-yawata Approx. 12mins JR Shimousa-Nakayama Sta. (JB29) Approx. 14mins
(JO24) (S21) Keisei-Nakayama Sta. (KS18) Approx. 5mins
A4 Nakayama-sando
Arcade/Wakaeikai
Shopping Shopping arcade in the area
A5 Keisei around Funabashi and
Funabashi Station Honcho-dori
(Nakayama Shopping Arcade/ A6 Kappo Ryokan Tamagawa
Shopping Arcade, others)
A homespun shopping Shopping arcade in the area around JR Sobu Line and along the Keisei Line. The oldest ryokan-style inn in this region in operation since 1921.
arcade along the While there are also large department stores, they are mostly made up of A cultural asset built in a Japanese style, guest that aren't staying and
approach to Hokekyo-ji gatherings of small shops. only eating will receive a complimentary passes to the hot spring.
from JR Shimousa-
所 3-3-1 Honcho, Funabashi 所 2-6-25 Minatocho, Funabashi 047-431-3234
Nakayama Station. Depends on shop Available Meal: 12:00-19:30 (2-hour limit system); Bathing: 16:00-19:00
Many traditional shops 休 Irregular holidays
line the street.
所 4-13-5 Nakayama,
Ichikawa (Nakayama-
sando Shopping Arcade),
Wakamiya 2-7-15,
Ichikawa (Wakaeikai)
Depends on shop
JR Shimosa-Nakayama Sta. (JB29) Approx. 8mins Keisei-Funabashi Sta. Approx. 1min Keisei-Funabashi Sta. Approx. 8mins
Keisei-Nakayama Sta. (KS18) Approx. 1min (KS22) (KS22)
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A7 Dairen A8 Yatsu-higata tidal flat A9 Indian Cuisine Sitar
A traditional Chinese restaurant established over 50 years ago. A natural tidal flat in the deepest part of Tokyo Bay. Authentic Indian cuisine made by a Japanese chef.
You can taste the now rarely encountered Funabashi sauce ramen. Much of the area is reclaimed land and is now a location where rare One of the oldest Indian restraurants in Chiba Prefecture and still a
wild birds can be observed. popular shop which attracts lines of customers.
所 4-20-17 Honcho, Funabashi 047-422-8952
11:30-14:00, 17:00-21:00 所 5-1-1 Akitsu, Narashino 047-454-8416 所 1-106-16 Kemigawa-cho, Hanamigawa-ku, Chiba
休 Tue., every 3rd Wed. 9:00-17:00 (Final admission16:30) 043-271-0581 11:30-21:00
休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 370 yen 休 Open year-round Available
Approx.
Keisei-Funabashi Sta. Approx. 4mins JR Tsudanuma Sta. Keisei Bus 15mins Kesiei-Kemigawa Sta. Approx. 4mins
(KS22) (JO26) for Yatsu-higata 170 yen (KS54)
A10 Inage Shopping Arcade A11 Inage-Sengen-jinja Shrine A12 Chiba-jinja Shrine
A traditional shopping arcade which places great importance on ties An ancient shrine founded in 808. A shrine where the Myoken-taisai Festival which has been held
with local residents, located along the approximately 600 meter Enshrines the god of safe births and childrearing “Konohana- uninterrupted over more than 800 years is held every August.
stretch from JR Inage Station to Japan National Route 14. sakuyahime.”
所 1-16-1 Innai, Chuo-ku, Chiba 043-224-2211
所 3-6-2 Inage, Inage-ku, Chiba 所 1-15-10 Inage, Inage-ku, Chiba 043-245-7777 6:00-18:00 休 Open year-round
Depends on shop 9:00-17:00 休 Open year-round Free Available
Free Available
Keisei-Inage Sta. Approx. 1min Keisei-Inage Sta. Approx. 4mins JR Chiba Sta. (JO28) Approx. 13mins
(KS55) (KS55) Chibachuo Sta. (KS60)
A13 Chiba City Museum of Art Natural History Museum and

A14 Institute, A15 Chiba Toraya
Chiba
Houses art in a wide variety of genres from works by Chiba-related A natural history musuem with the overarching theme of “Boso nature A Japanese-style confectionaries shop beloved of locals during the
authors and Ukiyoe woodblock prints of the Edo period, to modern and people.” With wide-ranging permanent exhibitions from those on over 70 years since its founding.
arts, with an emphasis on painting exhibitions. ancient animals to the history of Boso. CHI-BA+KUN Dorayaki pancakes and seasonal strawberry rice cakes
are among the popular items.
所 3-10-8 Chuo, Chuo-ku, Chiba 043-221-2311 所 955-2 Aoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Chiba 043-265-3111
10:00-18:00 (Fri./Sat. till 20:00. Final admittance 30mins before closing) 9:00-16:30 (last admission 16:00) 休 Mon. 300 yen (500 yen during 所 1F Toraya Building, 2-12-1 Fujimi, Chuo-ku, Chiba
休 Open year-round Depends on exhibition Available planned exhibitions, 800 yen during special exhibitions) Available 043-222-2469 9:30-18:30
休 Sun. Available
JR Chiba Sta. (JO28) Approx. 17mins Chibadera Sta. Approx. 17mins Chibachuo Sta. Approx. 4mins
Chibachuo Sta. (KS60) (KS61) (KS60)
A16 Chiba Zoological Park

850 animals of around 130 types are raised in 9 zones.
While there are no megafauna you can see the much-prized primates.
所 280 Minamoto-cho, Wakaba-ku, Chiba 043-252-1111
9:30-16:30 (final admission 16:00)
休 Wed. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 700 yen Available
Chiba Urban Monorail Immediately

Doubutsukoen Sta. (TS30) accessible
Golden Area 9
B Tokyo Kaihin Makuhari Soga
JR Keiyo Line
B1 Tokyo Disney Resort® B2 Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia B3 Excel Air Helicopter Cruising
A Disney resort opened as the A hotel with a spa (one-day use possible) featuring 23 kinds of popular Enjoy the sights of Tokyo nightviews shining below you from a
first of its kind outside of the bathing facilities including an authentic sauna, bedrock bath, reclining helicopter, from the Maihama resort area, including Rainbow Bridge,
United States in 1983. and grotto baths. Tokyo Tower, Ginza and Shinjuku.
Has since then remained the
所 13-20 Chidori, Urayasu 047-351-4126 所 14 Chidori, Urayasu (Urayasu Heliport) 047-380-5555 Activities from
most popular theme park in 11:00-next day 9:00 (final admission 8:00) 休 Irregular holidays 16:00-30mins before sunset (winter from 15:30) 休 Thu. Tokyo Sky Cruise
Japan. Spa: 2,060 yen (Sat., Sun., public holidays 2,570 yen) (For those coming after 20,400 yen (Sat., Sun., public holidays 23,700 yen) Available
2:00 there will be an additional charge.) Available
所 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu
0570-00-8632
(9:00-19:00)
8:00-20:00 (Opening and closing
times depend on season)
休 Open year-round
One-day pass 7,400 yen
Available
©Disney
JR Maihama Sta. Immediately JR Maihama Sta. Approx. 10mins JR Maihama Sta. Approx. 10mins
(JE07) accessible (JE07) Free (north entrance) (JE08) Free
B4 Urayasu Mangekyo Oedo-

Onsen-Monogatari B5 Mitsui Shopping Park,
LaLaport TOKYO-BAY B6 Sapporo Chiba Brewery
The foremost hot spring theme park in the prefecture incorporating 38 A large shopping mall with a line-up of around 440 specialist stores. Plant tour of leading manufacturer of beer in Japan.
kinds of bathing facilities. Many events, as well as a cinema and large selection of restaurants, Minors may also participate with advance registrations.
There is a mixed outdoor bathing zone where males and females can among other attractions. Includes beer tasting.
bathe together in swimsuits. Enjoy a full day of activities.
所 In Sapporo Chiba Brewery, 2 Takase-cho, Funabashi 047-437-3591
所 7-3-12 Hinode, Urayasu 047-304-4126 11:00-23:00 (closed next day 9:00), reception till 24:00 所 2-1-1 Hama-cho, Funabashi 047-433-9800 (Switch.10:00-18:00) Seven facilities tours per day, 10:00-16:00 (reservations required for tours)
on Fri./Sat./day before public holidays, reserved baths 12:00-15:00 休 Open year-round From 1,480 yen 10:00-20:00 (Fri.-Sun., public holidays till 21:00. Some shops differ) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 500 yen Available
(For those coming after 2:00 there will be an additional charge). Available 休 Open year-round Available
JR Shin-Urayasu Sta. Approx. 10mins JR Minami-Funabashi Sta. (JE11) Approx. 11mins JR Shin-Narashino Sta. Approx. 10mins
(JE08) Free Funabashikeibajo Sta. (KS24) (JE12) Free
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AEON MALL MAKUHARI
B7 Chiba Beer Garden B8 NEW CITY B9 Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari
This is a restaurant which is on the same grounds as the Sapporo A total of 360 shops in four malls. Line-up includes entertainment A convenient outlet mall in front of the station.
Chiba Brewery, and where you can eat Hokkaido's famous dish of facilities and a diverse gourmet area in addition to shops. With popular brands from Japan and overseas, as well as a full
Mongolian mutton barbecue or “Genghis Khan.” selection of cafes and restaurants.
所 1-1 Toyosuna, Mihama-ku, Chiba 043-351-7500
所 In Sapporo Chiba Brewery, 2 Takase-cho, Funabashi Mall specialty stores 10:00-22:00 (partly depends on shop) 所 2-6-1 Hibino, Mihama-ku, Chiba 043-212-8200
047-436-4388 11:00-21:00 休 Open year-round Available Shops 10:00-20:00. Restaurants depend on branch.
休 Open year-round Available 休 Open year-round Available
Approx.
JR Shin-Narashino Sta. Approx. 10mins JR Kaihin-Makuhari AEON Bus for in front of AEON MALL 8mins JR Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Immediately
(JE12) Free Sta. (JE13) Mall Makuhari New City Family Mall 100 yen (JE13) accessible
B10 Makuhari Messe B11 ZOZO Marine Stadium B12 Makuhari

arcade
Baytown shopping
A leading Japanese convention center which comprises an Home ground of the professional baseball team Chiba Lotte Marines. Located in a residential area adjoining Makuhari Shintoshin.
International Exhibition Hall, International Conference Hall and the Also hosts concerts and other events in addition to baseball games. A lively shopping arcade in the middle of the beautiful townscape of
Makuhari Event Hall. the planned community.
所 1 Mihama, Mihama-ku, Chiba
所 2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba 043-296-0001 03-5682-6341 所 22-16 Utase, Mihama-ku, Chiba
Depends on event Confirm by phone 休 Open year-round Available Depends on shop
休 Open year-round Available Available
JR Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Approx. 5mins JR Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Approx. 18mins JR Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Approx. 9mins
(JE13) (JE13) (JE13)
B13 Mihamaen Japanese Garden B14 Inage Seaside Park Chiba City Regional Wholesale
B15 Market
A Japanese garden in Makuhari-Kaihin Prefectural Park. Inage no hama beach, the first artificial beach in Japan is located here. A market which deals in fresh produce including vegetables and seafood.
Get a taste of macha powdered green tea and Japanese Views including the sun setting into the sea and of Mt. Fuji, with a full Generally only traders can enter, but it is possible for the general public
confectioaries at the “Shoraitei” tea rooms. selection of sports facilities. to shop here on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
所 2-116 Hibino, Mihama-ku, Chiba 043-296-0126 8:00-17:00, tea serving 9:00- 所 7-2-1 Takahama, Mihama-ku, Chiba 043-279-8440 所 2-2-1 Takahama, Mihama-ku, Chiba 043-248-3200
16:30 (final admittance 30mins before closing) 休 Open year-round Freely access park Facilities 9:00-17:00 Every 2nd and 4th Sat. 8:00-12:00 (fishery block till 10:30)
100 yen, ceremonial tea (incl. tea and Japanese confectionary) 500 yen 休 Varies by facility Varies by facility Available
Available
Terminus Terminus
JR Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Approx. 9mins JR Inage-Kaigan Sta. Chiba Kaihin Kotsu bus, Approx. 10mins JR Inage-Kaigan Sta. Chiba Kaihin Kotsu bus, Approx. 10mins
(JE13) (south entrance) (JE15) for Kaihin-koen gate 170 yen (south entrance) (JE15) for Kaihin-koen gate 170 yen
B16 Sanyo Media Flower Museum B17 Chiba Port Tower

A greenhouse where around 300 varieties of tropical plants grow Observation tower of 125 meters
luxuriantly. height which overlooks Chiba
Includes flowerbed displays, and artworks related to flowers. Port.
With 360 degree views over
所 7-2-4 Takahama, Mihama-ku, Chiba
Chiba City limits and Tokyo Bay.
043-277-8776
9:00-17:00 休 Mon. 300 yen Available 所 In Chiba Port Park, 1 Chuoko,
Chuo-ku, Chiba
043-241-0125
9:00-19:00 (Final admittance
18:30. Depends on season)
休 Times of rough weather
420 yen
Available
Terminus
JR Inage-Kaigan Sta. Chiba Kaihin Kotsu bus, Approx. 10mins JR Chibaminato Sta. Approx. 16mins
(south entrance) (JE15) for Kaihin-koen gate 170 yen (JE16)
Golden Area 11
B18 SEAGULL KITCHEN Chiba Prefectural
B19 Museum B20 Port of Chiba Tour Cruise
of Art
A buffet-style observatory restaurant on top of Chiba Port Tower With an ample collection of masters of Japanese painting in particular A pleasure craft which sails through Chiba Port while explanations of
Much of the food on offer uses agricultural produce from Chiba Ryuzaburo Umehara and Sotaro Yasui, as well as the Chiba-connected for example history and seafaring rules are given.
Prefecture. Chu Asai. Also rated highly as a social sciences facilities tour.
所 3F Chiba Port Tower in Chiba Port Park, 1 Chuoko, Chuo-ku, Chiba 所 1-10-1 Chuoko, Chuo-ku, Chiba 043-242-8311 9:00-16:30 (last 所 1F K's Harbor, 1-20-1 Chuoko, Chuo-ku, Chiba
090-1612-3712 admission16:00) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 043-205-4333 From 13:30 (leaves port) 休 Open year-round
Lunch 11:00-14:15, evening (Sat./Sun. only) 17:00-19:00. Tea time (weekdays 300 yen (500 yen for planned exhibitions, 800 yen for special exhibitions) Excursion boat charge (40mins) 1,000 yen Available
only) 14:00-18:30 休 Irregular holiday From 1,200 yen Available Available
JR Chibaminato Sta. Approx. 16mins JR Chibaminato Sta. Approx. 10mins JR Chibaminato Sta. Approx. 10mins
(JE16) (JE16) (JE16)
B21 Fukuda Denshi Arena

(JEF United Ichihara Chiba)
Home ground of JEF United Ichihara, a soccer team in the J-League.
Various facilities including tennis and futsal courts in the
surroundings.
所 1-20 Kawasaki-cho, Chuo-ku, Chiba
043-208-5577
Depends on event 休 Open year-round Available
Approx. 13mins
JR Soga Sta.
C Narita Airport Keisei Tsudanuma

Keisei line
D Narita Airport Chiba

JR Narita Line
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C1 Le Patissier Yokoyama,
Okubo branch C2 National
History
Museum of Japanese C3 Kyu-Hotta-tei
(Former Residence of Lord Hotta)
The shop of Tomoyuki Yokoyama who won three consecutive victories A national museum with easily-understandable displays using The residence and gardens of the final feudal lord of the Sakura
in a TV program competition on patissier techniques. elaborate dioramas, replica materials, and other means to show the Domain are open to the public.
Cakes are lined up like works of art. transitions of the history and lifestyles of the Japanese people. Buildings are designated a national Important Cultural Property, and
gardens are a national place of scenic beauty.
所 1-1-34 Okubo, Narashino 所 117 Jonai-cho, Sakura 03-5777-8600 (Hello Dial Service) 9:30-16:30
047-403-8886 (Closes 16:00; Seasonal variations) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public 所 274 Kaburagi-machi, Sakura 043-483-2390 9:30-16:30 (last admission 16:00)
10:00-19:30 休 Tue. Available holiday) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 320 yen (540 yen for combined
420 yen (separate charge for planned exhibitions) Available access to Kyu-Hotta-tei and Sakura Juntendo Memorial Hall)
Available
Approx. Approx.
Approx. 6mins Keisei-Sakura Chiba Green 5mins National Museum Immediately Keisei-Sakura Chiba Green 3mins Sakura Koseien Immediately
Keisei-Okubo Sta. (KS27)
Sta. (KS35) Bus 170 yen Entrance stop accessible Sta. (KS35) Bus 180 yen Entrance stop accessible
C4 Samurai Houses C5 Sogo-reido Temple C6 Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

Three restored samurai houses from the latter part of the Edo period Sakura Sogoro who is enshrined in this temple was executed after There are many buildings, gardens and art galleries on the expansive
are open to the public. directly petitioning to the shogunate on the burden of heavy taxes in grounds of the Shinshoji Temple.
A snapshot of the deceptively frugal lifestyles of the samurai. 1652. Enjoy the vivid scenes of the four seasons.
所 57 Miyakoji-machi, Sakura 043-486-2947 9:00-17:00 (final admission16:30) 所 1-558 Sogo, Narita 所 1 Narita, Narita
休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 210 yen (540 yen for combined 0476-27-3131 Freely explore the grounds 0476-22-2111 (switch)
access to Kyu-Hotta-tei and Sakura Juntendo Memorial Hall) Available 休 Open year-round Free Freely access 休 Open year-round Available
Approx.
Keisei-Sakura Chiba Green 4mins Miyakojimachi Immediately Keisei-Sogosando Sta. Approx. 15mins JR Narita Sta. Approx. 14mins
Sta. (KS35) Bus 170 yen stop accessible (KS38) Keisei-Narita Sta. (KS40)
C7 AEON MALL NARITA C8 MEGA Don Quijote Narita D1 Dragon Farm

A shopping mall with a line-up of 180 stores, including a supermarket, A discount store known for its vast array of goods as well as its Fifteen varieties of strawberry are cultivated.
100 yen shops and sporting goods shops. extremely cheap prices. Strawberry picking season is from from January to mid-May.
With duty-free. Also with many products which would be suitable as souvenirs.
所 24 Wing Tsuchiya, Narita 0476-23-8282 所 82 Wing Tsuchiya, Narita 所 1354 Ogura-cho, Wakaba-ku, Chiba (strawberry)
Specialty stores arcade 10:00-22:00 (1F foods 8:00-23:00) 0476-20-3711 24hrs 休 Open year-round 043-235-3788 Weekdays: from 10:00; weekends/holidays: from 8:30
休 Open year-round Available Available 休 Open year-round From 1,700 yen (30mins) Available
Keisei-Narita Sta. Shuttle bus Approx. 10mins Keisei-Narita Sta. Approx. 10mins JR/Chiba Urban Monorail Approx. 11mins
(KS40) 210 yen (KS40) Approx. 1,180 yen Tsuga Sta. Approx. 1,450 yen
Kawamura Memorial DIC

D2 Museum D3 Iinumahonke D4 Shisui Premium Outlets
of Art “Shisui Magariya”
Exhibits take in collections of modern western art including Rembrandt Traditional house where Japanese Iinumahonke sake with a history of An outlet where around 180 shops line a townscape in an “American
and Picasso as well as late 20th century American art. 300 years is sold directly. Art Deco” style.
Includes dining area along with tastings. Located near Narita International Airport.
所 631 Sakado, Sakura 050-5541-8600 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)
休 Mon. (may be closed in lieu of public holiday, special holidays during exhibit 所 106 Mabashi, Shisui-machi, Inba-gun 所 2-4-1 Iizumi, Shisui-machi, Inba-gun
changeover periods) 1,000 yen (Depends on exhibition content) Available 043-496-1001 10:00-18:00 043-481-6160
休 Mon. Available 10:00-20:00 休 3rd Thursday in February Available
Approx.
JR Sakura Sta. Approx. 20-30mins On foot JR Shisui Sta. Chiba Green Bus for 15-20mins
JR Minami-Shisui Sta.
Keisei-Sakura Sta. (KS35) Free Approx. 14mins Keisei-Shisui Sta. (KS37) Shisui Premium Outlet 260 yen
Golden Area 13
E Tokyo Kashiwa Narita Airport
JR Joban Line
F Takasago Narita Airport

Hokuso Line
E1 Yagiri no Watashi E2 Tojo-tei Residence E3 Takaai Pear Farm

A ferryboat which began operation in the early Edo period and is one of House of Akitake Tokugawa, younger brother of the last Tokugawa A farm for the local speciality of pears which also has direct sales.
the few remaining in the surroundings of Tokyo. Connects Katsushika Shogun Yoshinobu. A nationally-designated Important Cultural You can also enjoy pear gathering in the summer harvesting season.
Ward in Tokyo and Chiba Prefecture across the Edogawa River. Property, built in 1884. The gardens are also famous for their beauty.
所 1257 Shimo-yakiri, Matsudo 047-363-9357 所 714-1 Matsudo, Matsudo 047-362-2050 9:30-17:00 (last admission 所 49-1 Takatsuka-shinden, Matsudo 047-392-6234 August 20 to early
10:00-16:00 16:30) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) October 10:00-17:00 休 Open throughout the period (irregular holidays in case of
休 Weekdays from December to early March, at times of rough weather Joint access fee 240 yen, individual access fee 150 yen rough weather) 650 yen per 1kg (pay by harvested amount) Available
200 yen
Approx. Immediately
JR Matsudo Keisei 12mins Kyu-yagiri- accessible JR Matsudo Sta. Approx. JR Higashi-Matsudo Sta. Approx.
Sta. (SL01) Bus 220 yen koko stop On foot (SL01) 14mins (JM13, others) 14mins
E4 Chuka Soba Tomita Ramen E5 Hondo-ji Temple E6 Mitsui Shopping Park

LaLaport Kashiwanoha
A popular ramen shop which sees no end to queues. The popular Known as the “Hydrangea temple” and visited by many flower lovers A large commercial facility with around 180 shops. Spaces such as
“secrets” of seafood soup made with painstaking time and homemade at the start of the summer season. Autumnal foliage is famous. the rooftop gardens also serve as venues for exchange of locals.
noodles made fresh every day. Founded in 1269.
所 1F Takahashi Building, 1339 Matsudo, Matsudo 所 63 Hiraga, Matsudo 047-346-2121 所 175 Wakashiba, Kashiwa 04-7168-1588 (10:00-18:00)
047-368-8860 11:00-15:00 8:00-17:00 (final admission 16:30) Shops 10:00-21:00, restaurants 11:00-22:00 (partially depends on store)
休 Wed. Available 休 Open year-round Free Available 休 Irregular holidays Available
JR Matsudo Sta. Approx. JR Kita-Kogane Sta. Approx. Tsukaba Express Immediately

(SL01) 6mins (JL26) 15mins Kashiwanoha-campus Sta.(13) accessible
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E7 Kashiwa Hitachi Stadium
(Kashiwa Reysol) E8 Abiko-shi Abiko Shirakaba Literary Museum E9 Boso no Mura village
Home ground of Kashiwa Reysol, a soccer team in the J-League. A literary museum in a location associated with the authors of the A facility which recreates the Boso townscape from the latter part of
Known for the proximity of the spectator seats and pitch. Shirakaba-ha literary circle, a group created by distinguished men of the Edo period to the start of the Meiji period. With a variety of over
letters of the Taisho period including Naoya Shiga. 400 kinds of programs.
所 1-2-50 Hitachidai, Kashiwa 04-7162-2201 所 2-11-8 Midori, Abiko 04-7185-2192 9:30-16:30 所 1028 Ryukakuji, Sakae, Inba-gun 0476-95-3333
Depends on event 休 Open year-round 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday) 9:00-16:30 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday)
Depends on event Available 300 yen Available 300 yen Available
Ⓒ KASHIWA REYSOL
JR/Tobu Railway Kashiwa Approx. 10mins JR Abiko Sta. Approx. Chibakotsu Approx. 6mins
JR Ajiki Sta.
Sta. (JJ07·TD24) Approx. 730 yen (JJ08) 14mins Bus 220 yen
E10 Narita Yume Bokujo

(Dream Dairy Farm)
Tourist farm where various activities can be enjoyed. Homemade dairy
products are famous, with the soft-serve ice cream particularly
popular.
所 730 Nagi (Glass house), Narita 0476-96-1001 Glass house (soft-serve
ice cream provided) 10:30-15:00 (Sat./Sun., public holidays 10:00-15:30) 休 Open
year-round Park admission fee 1,400 yen Available
Approx. 12mins
JR Namegawa Sta.
Free
F1 Funabashi Andersen Park F2 Manainoyu F3 Matsumushi-dera Temple

A park with 5 zones divided by themes including nature, adventure The large outdoor bath boasting one of the greatest scales in the Origin of the name comes from a prayer for the recovery from illness
and art on the 36.7 hectare grounds. Greater Tokyo Metropolitan area is popular. In addition to the various of a daughter of the Emperor Shomu, Princess Matsumushi. A national
bathing facilities, a large selection of treatment programs are also Important Cultural Property which enshrines an avatar of Shichibutsu
available. Yakushi as the main object of worship.
所 525 Kanehori-cho, Funabashi 047-457-6627
9:30-16:00 (depends on season) 所 2-3-2 Chuo-minami, Inzai 0476-48-4126 9:00-24:00 (Sat., Sun., public 所 7 Matsumushi, Inzai
休 Mon. (open if public holiday)900 yen Available holidays from 8:00. Last admission 23:30) 休 Irregular holidays 750 yen (Sat., Freely tour site 休 Open year-round
Sun., public holidays 850 yen) Available Free
Hokuso Railway Shin-Keisei Approx. 11mins Hokuso Railway Chiba New Approx. Hokuso Railway Approx.
Komuro Sta. (HS11) Bus 190 yen Town Chuo Sta. (HS12) 10mins Inba-Nihon-Idai Sta. (HS14) 17mins
F4 Yoshitaka no Ozakura
A towering tree of 10 meters height which is over 300 years old.
There is only a single tree in the middle of the farm and the aloof sight
of it spreading its branches is of great beauty.
所 930 Yoshitaka, Inzai
Freely access park. Flowering season is around mid-Apr.
休 Open year-round Free
Approx. Approx.
Hokuso Railway Nanohana 6mins Kyoshujo- 15mins
Inba-Nihon-Idai
Sta. (HS14) Bus 300 yen mae stop On foot
Golden Area 15
Nishi-Funabashi Ichikawaono JR Musashino Line
G Nishi-Funabashi Toyo-Katsutadai Toyo Rapid Railway
Shintsudanuma Matsudo Shin-Keisei Line
G1 Rakutenchi Hoten no Yu
A hot springs facility with 8 kinds of baths including an artificial
carbonated spring, and 4 kinds of sauna. Persons with tattoos are not
permitted to bathe.
所 1-1520 Kashiwai-machi, Ichikawa 047-338-4126 10:00 to 1:00 next
day (last admission 24:00)
700 yen (Sat., Sun., public holidays 800 yen) Available
JR Funabashihoten Sta. Approx.

(JM11) 8mins
G2 Nashi no Itoen pear farm G3 Funabashi Arena (Chiba Jets) G4 Keisei Rose Garden
A farm for pears, a specialty product of Chiba. Has a history of over A sports facility which can be used by anyone. With heated swimming The foremost rose garden in the prefecture where 10,000 flowers of
100 years. 3kg per group for pear gathering activity. Take home the pool, training gym and other facilities. Home court of the Chiba Jets around 1,600 varieties come into bloom. High season is from mid-May
pears gathered rather than eating them on the spot. Free sample basketball team. to early-Jun., and mid-Oct. to early-Nov.
pears also available.
所 7-5-1 Narashinodai, Funabashi 047-461-5611 所 755 Owada-shinden, Yachiyo 047-459-0106 10:00-17:00 (Final admittance
所 507 Omachi, Ichikawa 047-338-9286 Depends on event 休 Open year-round (some special holidays) 16:30. Depends on season) 休 Irregular holidays 1,200 yen (July to September,
Early July to early October 10:00-17:00 休 Open throughout the period Depends on event Available December to following April 300 yen), May/June price variations Available
800-900 yen (1kg) Available
Approx.
JR Ichikawaono Keisei Approx. 4mins Shimo- Approx. 2mins Toyo Rapid Railway Funabashi- Approx. Toyo Rapid Railway Yachiyo- Toyo 5mins Keisei Rose
Sta. (JM12) Bus 180 yen omachi stop On foot Nichidaimae Sta. (TR05) 11mins Midorigaoka Sta. (TR06) Bus 170 yen Garden
G5 Kamagaya Great Buddha

The Great Buddha of 1.8 meters
height, with its serence
expression was built as a
memorial for the repose of the
Kamagaya merchant prince's
ancestors.
所 1-5 Kamagaya, Kamagaya

047-445-1528
Freely tour site
休 Open year-round
Free
Shin-Keisei Electric Railway Approx.

Kamagaya-Daibutsu Sta. (SL13) 2mins
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Chiba’s Highly Recommended Picture Taking Spots
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painting? The sculptures of
Namino-ihachi are superb. Find
them in the main hall.
[ Photo Fact ]
I found papercraft on the city
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H Hokuso
ROUTE MAP
Hokuso area
An area dotted with historical and distinctive places which make Boso
areas clearly distinct such as a castle town, and a temple town.
Access routes from Narita International Airport are straightforward
allowing you to come at your ease.
AREA MAP
TERRMINAL STATION MAP
JR Choshi Sta. Keise Sakura Sta. JR Yokaichiba Sta.
Narita Sta. JR Sakura Sta.
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H1 A full line-up of activities to encounter Japanese cuisine ROUTE
A journey to savor the charms of Choshi, one of the foremost Japanese fishing ports at the eastern tip of Chiba, and a production center for soy sauce since the Edo period.
Best season
R O U T E A local train running through an idyllic rural area.

You can savor the sight of typical Japanese
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International countryside scenery from the train window.
Sta. Airport 所 Nishishiba-cho - 2 Tokawa-cho
0479-22-0316 休 Open year-round
One day boarding pass “Komawari-tegata,” 700 yen
JR Keiyo Line Available
For Soga
JR Limited Express JR Narita Line
Shiosai For Choshi Soga Sta. Rapid train
Approx. 1hr 47mins For Zushi/Kurihama
3,610 yen
or
Narita Sta.
JR Sotobo Line for Chiba
Keisei Expressway Bus Chiba Sta.

For Choshi/Inubosaki
Approx. 2hr 15mins H1-1 Choshi Electric
2,550 yen JR Narita Line
JR Limited Express Shiosai For Choshi Railway
For Choshi
Approx. 1hr 57mins Approx. 1hr 30mins
2,420 yen 1,320 yen
Choshi Sta. Start/Goal
Approx. 5hrs 30mins Approx. 1,500 yen

Choshi Electric
H1-1 Railway
For Tokawa, approx.
4mins, 210 yen
Kannon Sta.
Approx. 13mins
Choshi fishing port 1st

H1-2 wholesale market
Immediately accessible
H1-3 Maiwai
Approx. 10mins
H1-3 Maiw
ai
H1-4 Iinuma Kannon (Enpuku-ji Temple)
Approx. 2mins Restaurant directly operated by the Choshi
Fisheries Cooperative Association. In addition to
Kannon Sta. Choshi Electric Railway for Choshi, Approx. 4mins, 210 H1-2 Chosh
yen (One to two trains per hour. Confirm in advance.) the always-popular tuna and horse mackerel, i fishing port
you can also enjoy rare fish not normally sold wh 1st
olesale mark
Choshi Sta.
commercially, at reasonable prices. et
所 186 Iinuma-cho, Choshi 0479-21-6671
8:00-14:00 休 Tue. (holiday in lieu on next
Approx. 12mins weekday if public holiday) A market on the site of one of the foremeost Japanese fishing
Available ports. Tours possible during landing of catches. You can enjoy
H1-5 Higeta Soy Sauce Choshi Plant watching the lively auction and other sights here.
所 1-36-12 Araoi-cho, Choshi 0479-22-7626 8:00-11:30 休 Sun.,
public holidays (tours also available on non-catch days) Available
Approx. 16mins
H1-6 Choshi Select Market

Approx. 10mins
Confirm in advance as there are only one to two trains per hour on Choshi Electric
Railway Line. The “Misaki-meguri” headland shuttle bus also leaves from bus stop area
4 of JR Choshi Station on Sat., Sun., public holidays (every day during summer season).
Get off at “Daiichi Sakana-ichiba” (First fish market). While there are fish wholesale H1-4 Iinuma Kannon
markets numbered one to three, only wholesale market one is open for tours.
(Enpuku-ji Temple)
Legand has it that this is a temple founded to

enshrine, and with its main object of worship,
an 11-faced bodhissatva caught in fisherman's
nets in 728. H1-5 Higeta Soy Sauce
所 293 Baba-cho, Choshi 0479-23-1316 Free
access to grounds (Main hall 9:00-17:00) 休 Open
Choshi Plant
year-round Free Available
Tours possible to see tools used in past
soy sauce making at plant of soy sauce
maker representative of Japanese soy
sauce founded in 1616.
所 516 Yahata-cho, Choshi 0479-22-0080
(Sat., Sun., public holidays 0479-22-5151)
9:00-16:00 休 Open year-round Free
Available
i Select
Locally-produced vegetables, fish, wagashi sweets, and so on available for
H1-6 Chosh purchase. By all means try the "soy sauce ice cream" only available at this
location.
Market 所 3-6 Futaba-cho, Choshi 0479-26-3123 9:30-18:00 (Sat., Sun., public holidays
9:00-19:00) 休 Open year-round Available
Hokuso Area 19
H2 A mini-trip on the retro Choshi Electric Railway ROUTE
Gaze on the horizon from the headland extending into the Pacific Ocean to get a real sense that the world is round. Enjoy local specialty produce and onsen.
Best season
R O U T E The grounds enshrine deities from 188 locations

throughout Japan allowing a temple pilgrimage to
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International pay reverence to 189 locations at once.
Sta. Airport 所 9822-1 Tennodai, Choshi 0479-24-8416
8:00-17:00 休 Open year-round Free Available
JR Limited Express JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line

Shiosai For Choshi For Soga
Get a real sense of the roundness of the globe from
Rapid train
Approx. 1hr 47mins For Zushi/Kurihama
the observatory 90m above sea level.
Arrive 30 minutes in advance to see the sunset into
3,610 yen Soga Sta. the Pacific Ocean.
or
所 1421-1 Tennodai, Choshi
Narita Sta. 0479-25-0930 9:00-17:30 (Final admittance

17:00. Depends on season)
Kannon
JR Sotobo Line For Chiba
Keisei Expressway Bus
For Choshi/Inubosaki
休 Open year-round (may be closed depending on
weather) 380 yen Available H2-1 Inubo
saki
Chiba Sta. emple
Mangan-ji T
Approx. 2hr 15mins
2,550 yen
JR Narita Line
JR Limited Express Shiosai For Choshi
For Choshi
2,420 yen 1,320 yen

Choshi Electric Railway For Tokawa, approx.
16mins, 340 yen
Inubo Sta. H2-2 Chikyu no Maruku Mieru

Oka Ocean View Observatory
Approx. 7mins (Hill-top observatory to see the roundness of the globe)
Inubosaki Kannon Mangan-ji
H2-1 Temple
Approx. 8mins H2-3 Shimatake-Suisan
Chikyu no Maruku Mieru Oka Ocean View
H2-2 Observatory (Hill-top observatory to see the roundness of the globe) A fish restaurant using fish caught at the local port. Famed for its
Approx. 13mins generous portions. With conveyor belt sushi bar.
Abundant varieties of local fish cuisine.
H2-3 Shimatake-Suisan 所 10248-1 Inubosaki, Choshi 0479-22-2862 11:00-15:00, 17:00-
20:00 (open throughout Sat., Sun., public holidays) 休 Tue. (holiday in lieu
on day after if public holiday) Available
Approx. 17mins
H2-4 Inubosaki Lighthouse

Lighthouse in operation since 1874, designed by a British
Approx. 13mins engineer. Light can be perceived from the ocean surface at
locations 36km distant.
H2-5 Tsukimi (Taiyo no Sato Choshi) 所 Inubosaki, Choshi 0479-25-8239

8:30-16:00 休 Rough weather and irregular holidays
Visitor donation 200 yen
Approx. 7mins
Inubo Sta.
Nure-senbei rice crackers store H2-4 Inubo
saki
H2-6 (on station grounds)
Lighthouse
Choshi Electric Railway For Choshi, approx. 16mins,
340 yen
Confirm in advance as there are only one to two trains per hour on Choshi Electric Railway. In
addition to the “one-day boarding pass”, which allows users to get on and off as many times as
they like on all lines, “Value-added one-day boarding pass”, which includes the must-see “Chikyu
no Maruku Mieru Oka Ocean View Observatory (Hill-top observatory to see the roundness of the
globe)” and other privileges, is also available. Make your choice according to your purposes.
H2-5 Tsukimi
(Taiyo no Sato Choshi)
Relaxation facility with natural
outdoor onsen and indoor pool.
Incorporates spa and restaurant.
所 10292-1 Inubosaki, Choshi
0479-25-6000 Large bath
10:00-23:00 (Sat.-next day 8:00),
bedrock bath 10:30-22:00 (Sat., Sun.,
While rice crackers are generally public holidays to 23:00. Reception
hard in texture, this shop’s open till one hour before closing)
famous “Nure-senbei” are soft. 休 Open year-round 1,500 yen
In addition to purchase, visitors (Sat., Sun., busy times 1700 yen), 200
can also cook the crackers. yen discount for admission after 17:00
Available
H2-6 Nure-s 所 9595-1 Inubosaki, Choshi
enbei rice 0479-25-1106 9:00-17:00
crackers sto 休 Open year-round
re
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H3 Encounter Japanese Wa at Little Edo Sawara and Katori-jingu Shrine ROUTE
Visit the oldest shrine in Chiba and see the historical townscape, reminiscent of a period drama, aboard a small boat.
Best season
R O U T E A shrine boasting among the foremost

history and standing in Japan, which
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International legend says to have been founded in
Sta. Airport 643BC. The black-painted main sanctuary
is a notable feature.
所 1679 Katori, Katori 0478-57-3211 8:30-
17:00 休 Open year-round Free Available
Keisei Expressway Bus JR Keiyo Line For Soga JR Narita Line rapid train
For Choshi Sta. For Zushi/Kurihama
Soga Sta.
JR Sotobo Line For Chiba
Chiba Sta.
JR Rapid train Airport Narita For

Narita Airport
Narita Sta. H3-1 Katori-jingu Shrine
JR Narita Line For Choshi JR Narita Line For Choshi

Approx. 1hr 38mins Approx. 1hr 53mins Approx. 42mins H3-2 Ino Tadatak
1,750 yen 1,320 yen 670 yen a
Museum
Sawara Sta. Start/Goal
A memorial hall to celebrate the achievements of
Ino Tadataka (1745-1818) who completed a
Japanese map using a walking survey.
Approx. 2,500 yen (when using bus)
Approx. Approx. 3,500 yen (when using taxi.
所 I 1722-1 Sawara, Katori 0478-54-1118
9:00-16:30 休 Mon. (open if public holiday)
5hrs Per person in case of 2 persons) 500 yen Available
pprox. 13mins by Sawara loop bus, 300 yen

A
or approx. 11mins by taxi, approx. 1,450 yen
er
H3-1 Katori-jingu Shrine H3-3 Ino T
adataka form
Approx. 11mins by Sawara loop bus, alight Chukei-bashi residence
stop or approx. 8mins by taxi, approx. 1,180 yen
The house where Inoh Tadataka
H3-2 Ino Tadataka Museum spent 30 years. Designated as a
national place of historical interest,
which maintains the features of an
H3-3
Edo period building.
Ino Tadataka former residence 所 I 1900-1 Sawara, Katori 0478-54-
1118 9:00-16:30 休 Open year-round
Free
H3-4 Boat tour of Little Edo Sawara
H3-5 Asacho
Approx. 7mins
H3-6 Tokun Sake Brewery H3-4 Boat tour of

Approx. 10mins
Little Edo Sawara
A downriver boat trip to view the townscape from a boat
on the Ono River which runs through a Nationally
As there are around 5kms between Sawara Station and Katori-jingu Shrine, use of a Designated Important Preservation District for Groups of
taxi is recommended. The Sawara loop bus operates on Sat., Sun., and public Historic Buildings in Sawara.
holidays. 300 yen or one-day boarding pass 500 yen. One to two buses per hour. It is 所 I 1900-1 Sawara, Katori (boat pick-up), I 1730-3 Sawara, Katori
possible to cover Sawara on foot. (office) 0478-55-9380 10:00-16:00 (variations by season) 休

Irregular holidays (may be closed due to weather conditions) 30mins,
1,300 yen Available
H3-5 Asacho
A traditional restaurant specializing in “tsukudani” dishes consisting of

fish, shellfish, shrimp and other ingredients stewed in soy sauce, cooking
sake and sugar.
所 I 460 Sawara, Katori 0120-52-3571 8:00-19:00 休 Open year-round
Available
Established 1825. A sake brewery which has been a

prizewinner at numerous competitions. Tours possible.
Free tastings available.
所 I 627 Sawara, Katori
0478-55-1122 10:00-17:00, tours 10:00-11:30, 13:00-
16:00 (reservations required for groups in excess of 15
H3-6 Tokun Sake
persons) 休 Open year-round Free (includes sake tasting)
Available
Brewery
Hokuso Area 21
H4 To Sakura, a place retaining the flavors of an old castle town ROUTE
Learn about the history of the Japanese people at a national museum known for its comprehensive exhibitions, and samurai houses from the Edo period in the same residential area.
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International

Sta. Airport
JR Rapid train Airport JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line

Narita For Soga Rapid train
For Narita Airport For Zushi/Kurihama
Soga Sta.
JR Sotobo Line
For Chiba
Chiba Sta.
JR Sobu-Honsen (Sobu Main Line)

For Naruto/Choshi H4-1 Samu
Approx. 59mins Approx. 51mins Approx. 25mins rai Houses
970 yen 580 yen 410 yen
Sakura Sta. Start/Goal Three restored blocks of a samurai house from the latter part
of the Edo period are open to the public. Learn more about the
lives of samurai at the time.
Approx. 6hrs Approx. 700 yen (when on foot),
approx. 1,000 yen (when using bus) H4-1 Samu
rai Houses 所 57 Miyakoji-machi, Sakura 043-486-2947 9:00-17:00 (final
admission 16:30) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public holiday)
Approx. 14mins or from Keisei Sakura Station South Exit, for 210 yen (540 yen for combined access to three halls:Former
Chiba Green Bus Tamachi Shako (Tamachi Depot), approx. 4mins, Residence of Lord Hotta/Sakura Juntendo Memorial Building/Samurai
alight at Miyakoji-machi stop 170 yen Approx. 5mins Houses)
H4-1 Samurai Houses
Approx. 16mins
H4-2 Sakura Castle Park
Approx. 7mins
National Museum of Japanese

H4-3 History
Approx. 20mins or take Chiba Green Bus at the bus stop in
front of National Museum of Japanese History for Keisei Sakura
Station (south entrance), approx. 5mins, 170 yen
The castle town of Sakura, has noteworthy historical spots registered as Japan
Heritage, so please make a thorough sweep of the town. The noteworthy spots are
dispersed so one plan might be to use a rental bicycle. Bicycles can be borrowed
from the Tourist Information Center at the north entrance to JR Sakura Station H4-2 Sakura Castle Park
(9:00-16:00, 500 yen per bike)
Ruins of the Sakura Castle located here until the Edo period. H4-2 Saku
Storied locations from the time as a castle are scattered ra
throughout the gardens. Castle Park
所 Address within governmental property of Jonai-cho, Sakura
043-484-6165 Freely access park 休 Open year-round Free
H4-3 Natio
nal Museum
Ja of
panese Histo
ry
A first-rate spot where you can learn

about the full sweep of Japanese
history, divided into 6 periods, through
excellent materials, dioramas and
other means.
H4-3 National Mu
seum
of Japanese History
所 117 Jonai-cho, Sakura
03-5777-8600 9:30-17:00 (Oct.-Feb.
to 16:30) 休 Mon. 420 yen Available
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H5 Be wrapped in serenity at a place of Buddhist learning ROUTE
A Sotobo journey through history and magnificent scenery. Visit an ancient temple, once among Japan's most distinguished Buddhist learning temples, and an observatory located at a magnificent scenery spots.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
JR Limited Express JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line

Shiosai For Choshi For Soga Rapid train For Zushi/Kurihama
Approx. 1hr 17mins
2,590 yen
Soga Sta. Sakura Sta.
or
JR Sotobo Line
For Naruto JR Sobu-Honsen
(Sobu Main Line) For
Chibakotsu Bus
For Sosa-shiyakusho Naruto Sta. Choshi
Approx. 2hrs
2,090 yen
JR Sobu-Honsen (Sobu Main Line)

For Choshi
1,140 yen 1,140 yen
H5-1 Hanko-ji Te
mple
Yokaichiba Sta. Start/Goal

A place of learning for the Nichiren
Approx. 5,000 yen (when using bus), sect of Buddhism established in H5-1 Hanko-ji
Approx. 5hrs 1580. Over 600 Buddhist priests
30mins
approx. 7,000 yen (when using taxi) studied here at its peak. Temple
*Per person in case of two persons
所 1789 Iidaka, Sosa 0479-73-0089
(Industrial Promotion Division, Sosa City
Approx. 19mins by city loopline bus (Iidaka/Toyowa loop), Office) Free access to grounds 休 Open
alight Iidaka/Nakadai stop 200 yen. Approx. 10mins on year-round Free
foot Or approx. 18mins by taxi, approx. 2,000 yen
H5-1 Hanko-ji Temple

F rom Iidaka-Nakadai stop approx. 20mins by
city loopline bus (Iidaka-Toyowa loop), 200 yen
Or approx. 18mins by taxi, approx. 2,000 yen
Yokaichiba Sta.
JR Sobu-Honsen (Sobu Main Line) for Choshi,
approx. 14mins, 240 yen
Iioka Sta.
Approx. 15mins by taxi, approx. 2,620 yen
Iioka Gyobu-misaki (Gyobu Cape)

H5-2 Observatory-Light and Wind
H5-3 Iioka Shiosai Hotel

H5-2 Iioka Gyobu-misaki (Gyobu Cape)
Iioka Sta. Observatory - Light and Wind
JR Sobu-Honsen (Sobu Main Line) for Chiba,
An observatory on an approximately 60m high cliff facing
the Pacific Ocean. View the sun rising up from and sinking
into the ocean.
As there are steep steps to Hanko-ji Temple on the road from the bus stop, wear H5-2 Iioka Gyobu-
misaki (Gy obu
所 1309-1 Kami-Nagai, Asahi 0479-57-1181 9:00-16:30
comfortable walking shoes. As you will use taxi, it is recommended to go in groups
Cape) Observatory - Light and d
Win (depends on season) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public
holiday) Free Available
of over 3 persons. Wash away the sweat in the hot springs at the end of the trip.
H5-3 Iioka Shiosai Hotel
There is a natural hot spring highly-

rated for the healing properties of its
dark brown spring. There is also a
popular bathing beach nearby.
所 1437 Hagizono, Asahi 0479-85-6677
Bathing guest: 7:00-20:00 (changes
every 3rd Thurs. Contact to confirm)
休 Open year-round
Bathing fee 800 yen (incl. face towel)
H5-3 Iioka Shiosai Available
Hotel
Hokuso Area 23
H6 Walk the temple approach to invoke good luck ROUTE
Visit the noted temples which receive the most pilgirms in Chiba to walk a townscape which could only be found in a temple district.
Best season
R O U T E Approach between Narita Station and Naritasan

Shinshoji Temple. This is a lively street with many
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Narita International Airport souvenir shops and places to eat.
所 1 Narita, Narita Available
JR Keiyo Line
For Soga
JR Narita Line rapid train
Soga Sta. For Zushi/Kurihama
JR Sotobo Line Approx. 11mins

JR Rapid train For Chiba 240 yen
Airport Narita
For Narita Airport or
Chiba Sta.
Keisei Main Line Limited
Express
H6-1 Naritasan Shinshoji
JR Narita Line
For Narita For Keisei Ueno Temple Sando
Approx. 52mins Approx. 10mins
Approx. 1hr 15mins
1,140 yen 760 yen 260 yen H6-2 Hayashida no
Osenbei
Narita Sta./Keisei Narita Sta. Start/Goal A store with a long tradition founded in 1912 which
has a regular line-up of 30 kinds of rice crackers.
Has continued to use the same traditional Popular store for the
Approx. 2hrs 30mins Approx. 2,000 yen famous specialty of Narita
manufacturing processes since its establishment.
- “Eel.” Long standing
Immediately accessible on foot 所 490 Saiwai-cho, Narita 0476-22-0138
9:00-17:00 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after
store in operation for over
100 y ear s since it s
H6-1
if public holiday) Available
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Sando establishment in 1910.
所 386 Naka-machi, Narita
H6-2 Hayashida no Osenbei H6-3 Kawatoyo 0476-22-2711

10:00-17:00
Honten 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on
H6-3 Kawatoyo Honten day after if public holiday)

Available
Approx. 3mins
H6-4 Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

Approx. 6mins
H6-5 Nagomi-Yoneya Flagship Shop H6-4 Naritasan

Approx. 8mins Shinshoji Temple
A temple district a mere 10 minutes train ride from Narita International Airport. The A store of long tradition which sells
One of the foremost temples for numbers of many wagashi Japanese sweets with
approach all the way from the station to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple provides ample pilgrims in Japan and founded in 940. There
Japanese atmosphere, and the walk is enjoyable in and of itself. Narita-san Park a meticulous focus on ingredients with
are many noteworthy spots throughout the
located on the grounds is famous for its flowers. Plum and cherry blossoms, wisteria grounds in particular the expansive gardens.
their famous chestnut yokan jellies of H6-5 Nagomi-Yoneya
particular note. Established 1899.
and chrysanthemums are among the flowers that can be seen throughout the seasons.
所 1 Narita, Narita 0476-22-2111 所 500 Kami-cho, Narita 0476-22- Flagship Shop
Freely explore the grounds 休 Open year-round 1661 8:00-18:00 休 Open year-round
Free Available Available
H7 Go here for last-minute shopping ROUTE

Do your final round of shopping in a large shopping mall or large discount mall before leaving Japan.
Best season
R O U T E A shopping mall with a line-up of 180

stores, including a supermarket, 100 yen
shops and sporting goods shops. With
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. duty-free.
所 24 Wing Tsuchiya, Narita 0476-23-8282
Depends on shop 休 Open year-round
JR Rapid train Airport Narita Keisei Expressway Bus Available
For Narita Airport For Narita International Airport Terminal 3
Approx. 1hr 26mins Approx. 55mins
1,320 yen 900 yen
Narita International Airport Start/Goal
Approx. 3hrs From 1,500 yen

20-25mins by shuttle bus from Narita

International Airport Terminal 1/2, 250 yen
H7-1 AEON MALL NARITA

Approx. 8mins
H7-1 AEON MALL NARITA
H7-2 MEGA Don Quijote Narita store
2 0-25mins by shuttle bus from Aeon Mall Narita.
A variety goods store famous not just for its
250 yen.
reasonable prices, but also the large selection of
goods on offer. A unique line-up of souvenirs to
Large shopping center accesible by shuttle bus from the airport. Enjoy your final check out.
round of shopping after dropping your bags off in the airport. H7-2 MEGA Don Quijote
所 82 Wing Tsuchiya, Narita 0476-20-3711 24hrs
Narita store 休 Open year-round Available
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H8 Full marks for impressiveness! Aircraft Tour ROUTE
Visit a popular spot near the gateway to Japan of Narita International Airport, and get your fill of aircraft love.
Best season
R O U T E There are around 300 cherry blossom trees and

many cherry blossom viewers gather during their
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Narita International Airport flowering season. Also a good location to view
take-off and landing of aircraft.
所 1338-1 Komaino, Narita 0476-33-3309 6:00-
JR Keiyo Line
23:00 (Soranoeki Sakurakan marketplace 9:00-18:00)
For Soga
JR Narita Line rapid 休 Open year-round Available
train
Soga Sta. For Zushi/Kurihama
JR Rapid train Approx. 11mins
JR Sotobo Line 240 yen
Airport Narita For Chiba
For Narita Airport or
Approx. 1hr Chiba Sta.
15mins Keisei Main Line
1,140 yen Limited Express
JR Narita Line For Keisei Ueno
For Narita Approx. 10mins
Approx. 52mins
760 yen
260 yen H8-1 Narita City Sakura no
Yama Park
Narita Sta./Keisei Narita Sta. Start/Goal
Approx. 4hrs Approx. 2,000 yen

F rom east exit bus stop, for Museum of Aeronautical Sciences
on JR Bus Kanto, approx. 15mins, alight at Sakura-no-yama
stop. 360 yen Immediately accessible on foot
H8-1 Narita City Sakura no Yama Park

JR Bus Kanto for Museum of Aeronautical Sciences,
approx. 19mins, alight at Museum of Aeronautical
Sciences stop. 370 yen. Immediately accessible on foot
H8-2 Museum of Aeronautical Sciences H8-2 Museum of

J R Bus Kanto for JR Narita Station, approx. 22mins,
alight at terminus. 530 yen
Aeronautical Sciences
Japan's first Museum of Aeronautical Science. In
There is also a bus service for the Museum of Aeronautical Sciences from bus stop 3 addition to tours of decommissioned aircraft mechanical
of JR Highway Bus area, at the Yaesu South Exit of Tokyo Station. In addition to the materials and equipment, there is also a pilot simulation
bus for the Museum of Aeronautical Sciences you can also use the one for Takodai activity. Watch the aircraft taking off and landing at
Bus Terminal or Sosa City Office to get to Museum of Aeronautical Sciences. Approx. Narita International Airport from the observatory. H8-2 Museum of
1hr 30mins, 1.680 yen. There are also certain buses from Narita Station that do not 所 111-3 Iwayama, Shibayama-machi, Sanbu-gun
Aeronautical Science
stop at Narita City Sakura no Yama Park so please confirm. There are not many trains 0479-78-0557 10:00-17:00 (Final admission
16:30) 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if public
s
with routes via Narita City Sakura no Yama Park, so please confirm in advance.
holiday), no holidays in August 500 yen Available
H9 Dolphin and whale watching ROUTE

An activity to observe whales, dolphins and other animals which make their appearance at one of the foremost offshore fisheries in Japan from a boat.
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Narita International Airport

JR Narita Line
JR Keiyo Line
Rapid train
For Soga
For Zushi/Kurihama
JR Limited Express
Shiosai For Choshi Soga Sta. Narita Sta.
Approx. 1hr 47mins
3,610 yen JR Sotobo Line
JR Narita Line
or for Chiba
For Choshi
Approx. 1hr 30mins
Chiba Sta. 1320 yen
Keisei Expressway Bus JR Limited
For Choshi/Inubosaki Express Shiosai
Approx. 2hr 15mins For Choshi
2,550 yen Approx. 1hr 57mins
2420 yen
5-6hrs (in case of From

offshore whale watching) 7,000 yen
Chiba-kotsu Bus for Chiba Institute of Science Main H9-1 Choshi Ocea
　　　　Building, approx. 11mins, alight at Chiba Institute of n Institute dolphin
Science Marina stop. Approx. 3mins on foot. 210 yen. watching
H9-1 Choshi Ocean Institute dolphin watching
Large shoals of up to 5000 dolphins can at times appear
C
hiba-kotsu Bus for Choshi Station, approx. offshore of Choshi. There is a dolphin/whale watching
11mins. 210 yen.
cruise year-round.
所 15-9 Shiomi-cho, Choshi 0479-24-8870
Time req. for offshore dolphin watching 3-4hrs. 4-5 hours are required for whale 8:00-19:00 休 Irregular holidays From 3,500 yen
H9-1 Choshi Ocean

watching. Dolphin watching near the coast is recommended for those with limited Available
time (1hr 30mins, from June to Oct. only). In addition, a sunset cruise is also
available. Institute dolphin watching
Hokuso Area 25
Recommended spots
H10-1 Choshi-shi Byobugaura H10-2 Choshi-shi The Tokawa Townscape H10-3 Choshi-shi Choshi Port Tower
The rock face resembling a folding screen of around 50m height The flavors of a typical Japanese fishing A transparent observatory tower around 58m high near the fishing
called “The Dover of the East” is a wondrous sight extending for as town float up at Choshi Railway terminus. port. You get an ample taste of the lively port and the rivermouth of
much as 10km. For when you wish to take a stroll around the Tone River.
a laidback town.
所 1 Misaki-cho, Choshi 所 2-6385-267 Kawaguchi-
0479-24-8181 所 Tokawa-machi, Choshi
cho, Choshi
Year-round 0479-24-9500
休 Open year-round 8:30-17:30 (Open till
Free 18:30 throughout Aug, and
Available Sat., Sun., and public
holidays of April-Sept. Final
admittance 30 mins before
closing) 休 Open year-round
380 yen Available
JR/Choshi Electric Railway Approx. 8mins Choshi Electric Railway Immediately Choshi Electric Railway Line, Approx. 6mins
Line, Choshi Sta. Approx. 1,000 yen Line, Tokawa Sta. accessible Kasagami-Kurohae Sta. Approx. 820 yen
H10-4 Katori-shi Suigo Sawara Aquatic Botanical Garden H10-5 Tonosho-machi Isoyama Strawberry Farm H10-6 Katori-shi Koisuru-buta Laboratory
Iris and other flowers including lotus and lycoris are planted in this Eat as many strawberries as you can pick from the strawberry farm. A restaurant which spotlights pork-based dishes and a shop selling
location along the water's edge. The best time to see the Japanese Activities including flower (poppies) picking, and making of parfaits pork products, operated by a pig farm.
iris is June. and bean jam rice cakes are available.
所 1837-2 Ogishima, Katori 所 4539 I Sasagawa, Tonosho-machi, 所 2459-1 Sawa, Katori
0478-56-0411 Katori-gun 0478-86-4312 0478-70-5115
9:00-16:30 (depends on From Jan. 4 - mid May, 11:00-14:30,
season) 9:00-16:00 (Strawberry picking closes 15:00-17:30
休 Mon. when all the strawberries are gone. 休 Open year-round
600 yen (depends on After that, only their shop is open until Available
season) 16:00) 休 Irregular holidays during
period “Ichigo-gari,” Strawberry
picking (30mins all-you-can-eat) 800
yen - 1,700 yen
Approx. 5mins Approx. 4mins Keisei-Higashi-Narita Sta. Approx. 24mins

JR Junikyo Sta. JR Sasagawa Sta.
Approx. 1,090 yen Approx. 730 yen (KS44) Approx. 4,240 yen
H10-7 Choshi-shi Choshi Port Tower/Wosse21 H10-8 Sosa-shi Meguri no Sato H10-9 Kozaki-machi Road station Hakko-no-sato Kozaki
A facility with 15 stores adjacent to Choshi Port Tower. Buy fish Local products including fresh agricultural produce and seafood are on A unique commercial facility offering brewed products such as sake
products with a focus on fresh fish and including dried fish. sale. An abundant variety of the potted plants which are the specialty and miso, and many fermented foods from throughout Japan.
product of Sosa.
所 2-6529-34 所 I 137-1 Yokaichiba, Sosa 所 855 Matsuzaki, Kozaki-
Kawaguchi-cho, Choshi 0479-85-5015 machi, Katori-gun
0479-25-4500 9:00-18:00 0478-70-1711
8:30-17:00 休 Open year-round 9:00-18:00, restaurant
休 Open year-round Available from 10:00, 24hr
Available convenience store
休 Irregular holidays
Available
Choshi Electric Railway Line, Approx. 7mins Immediately Approx. 9mins

JR Yokaichiba Sta. JR Shimousa-Kozaki Sta.
Kasagami-Kurohae Sta. Approx. 820 yen accessible Approx. 1,360 yen
H10-10 Sammu-shi Road Station Orai Hasunuma H10-11 Narita-shi Wat Paknam Japan branch temple H10-12 Shibayama-machi Shibayama-niouson, Kannonkyo-ji Temple
“Orai” means “our house” in local dialect. The shop and restaurant A branch temple of a Thai Buddhist temple. It has a dining area, rest An ancient temple to the south of Narita International Airport. Temple
which emphasize locally produced seafood are both popular. area and general lodgings. Thai festivals also held. founded in 781. Besides possessing many important cultural
properties, the temple also hosts music events.
所 Ha 4826 Hasunuma, 所 294-1 Nakano, Narita 所 298 Shibayama,
Sammu 047-673-8090 Shibayama-machi,
0475-80-5020 7:00-17:00 Sanbu-gun
Local products shop 休 Open year-round 0479-77-0004
9:00-19:00 (Oct.-March till Free 8:30-16:30
18:00), restaurant Available 休 Open year-round
11:00-15:00, w. light meals Free
15:00-17:00 Available
休 Open year-round
Available
Shibayama Fureai Bus
Approx. 10mins JR Narita Sta. Approx. 27mins Shibayama Railway, for Matsuo Station
JR Matsuo Sta.
Approx. 2,170 yen Keisei-Narita Sta. (KS40) Approx. 4,810 yen Shibayama-Chiyoda Sta. Approx. 24mins 200 yen
Sake brewery
Title Tel. Operating hours Closed Website Address
H10-13 Iinuma-honke sake 043-496-1001 10:00-18:00 Mon. Available 106 Mabashi, Shisui-machi, Inba-gun
10:00-19:00
H10-14 Takizawa Honten 0476-22-8417
(Sun. till 18:00)
Open year-round Available 513 Kami-cho, Narita
H10-15 Moriya sake brewery 0475-86-2016 8:00-16:00 Open year-round Available Ha 2929 Hasunuma, Sammu
H10-16 Baba-honten sake 0478-52-2227 9:00-17:00 Irregular holidays Available I 614-1 Sawara, Katori
9:00-17:00
H10-17 Nabeya-gengoemon 0476-22-2847
(sampling and sales only)
Wed. (no holidays Jan.) Available 338 Hon-cho, Narita
0478-82-2037 Sun., public holidays (no holidays,

H10-18 Iida-Honke (reservations required for tours)
8:30-17:00
Dec.-mid-March)
Available 178 Omigawa, Katori
0479-22-0655
H10-19 Ishigami sake brewery (reservations required for tours)
8:00-17:00 Sun., public holidays Available 7-1 Tanaka-cho, Choshi
26
Scenery and Parks Edition This is Chiba

Prefecture,
a place with
many things to look
pictures
[ Photo Fact ]
This cape in the furthest east of Chiba
Prefecture, is a popular spot for sunrises.
Let’s take pictures of the grandiose
Pacific Ocean from the obsevatory!
[ Photo Fact ]
It is just A sight which could only be from
like driv
ing thro Chiba Prefecture where spring
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Flower ower fa comes early, the season from
Line rm January through spring.
scenery
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#Inub
[ Photo Fact ]
It is extraordinary how well you can
see Mt. Fuji from Chiba Prefecture.
I imagine it would be best from
here in the evening.
[ Photo Fact ]
The typically Japanese sight of an
industrial area between Tokyo and
Chiba. Check it out during a drive.
The night view of factories is a different
sight to the one you see in the daytime
#Sodegaura factory zone
Sea, evening views, Mt. Fuji and me
#Sodegaura Seaside Park
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find.
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N Nakaboso~Kujukuri
Nakaboso/Kujukuri area
The seas known as “Sotobo” are perfect for bathing, with their expanses of gently sloping ROUTE MAP
shallows so clear that it is hard to believe they are near Tokyo.
There are many highlights and you can also enjoy dining experiences
including fresh seafood.
AREA MAP
TERRMINAL STATION M AP
JR Goi Sta.
JR Naruto Sta.
JR Mobara Sta.
JR Katusura Sta.
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N1 Travel to a castle town on two local trains ROUTE
Look out over the Boso scenery from the recreated castle tower and follow along with the local history of Uchibo’s retro streets.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
JR Keiyo Line JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line

Rapid train For Soga For Soga Rapid train For Zushi
Soga Sta. Chiba Sta.
JR Uchibo Line JR Uchibo Line JR Uchibo Line

For Kisarazu For Kisarazu For Kisarazu
Approx. 52mins Approx. 31mins Approx. 1hr 2mins
inato Railway
970 yen 410 yen 970 yen N1-1 Kom
Goi Sta. Start/Goal An extremely picturesque local line with retro carriages and
N1-2 Isumi Railway
idyllic scenery. Frequently appears as TV and film location.
Approx. 6hrs Approx. 4,500 yen 0436-23-5584 Goi Station - Yoro-Keikoku Station, 11 return
journeys Sat., Sun., and public holidays (3 return journeys are “Trolley
For Kazusa-Nakano, This is a local line operated on a single track
trains”), 5 return journeys to Kazusa-Nakano Station Boarding ticket
approx. 1hr 13mins,
N1-1 Kominato Railway 1410 yen (One train
per hour. Confirm in
500 yen + Train fare. One-day train pass 1800 yen Available but is nevertheless famous for holding
onboard events such as journeys on which
advance) you can enjoy full course meals.
0470-82-2161 Approx. 15 return journeys
Kazusa-Nakano Sta. operated on weekdays. Around one train per hour during
daytime. One-day train pass 1000 yen Available
For Ohara, approx.
20mins, 400 yen
N1-2 Isumi Railway (One train per
hour. Confirm in
advance)
Otaki Sta.
Approx. 18mins
Otaki Castle Branch, Natural History

N1-3 Museum and Institute, Chiba
Approx. 12mins
nch, Nat ural
N1-3 Otaki Castle Bra
N1-4 Watanabe Family Residence
History Museum and Institute,
Chiba N1-4 Watanabe Fa
mily
Approx. 1min Residence
A museum in which living tools and arms from medieval and
N1-5 Akinai Trading Archive early modern times from the local area are housed in a
building which recreates an ancient castle.
A private residence and nationally-designated
Important Cultural Property, built in 1849. Watanabe
family, the household, was a central merchant in the
Approx. 3mins 所 481 Otaki, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-82-3007 9:00-
16:30 (Last admission16:00) 休 Mon., if holiday, closed on day after
local economy.
所 126 Kubo, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-80-1146 Freely
N1-6
200 yen, separate charge for planned exhibitions Available
Kurasho restaurant tour site (outside only) 休 Open year-round Free
Approx. 3mins
N1-7 Tsuchiya, Shinmachi Store

Approx. 3min
N1-8 Isumi-jinja Shrine

Approx. 6mins
A journey which begins from Uchibo’s Goi. While there are frequent trains operated N1-6 Kurasho resta
to Goi, there are not many local lines from there, so you should carefully confirm the N1-5 Akinai Trading Archive urant
timetable in advance. Generally moving about is on foot so wear comfortable shoes.
Restaurant which prepares food with ingredients and seasoning with
A historical archive with exhibition rooms made from a storehouse which meticulous attention to natural cultivation, natural Aspergillus molds,
recreates the lifestyles of the Edo period. 1st floor is a recreation of and so on, using zero animal food products.
merchant house, 2nd floor is an exhibition of workspace for employees. 所 32 Sakuradai, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-82-4949 11:30-
所 153-1 Kubo, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-80-1146 14:30, 15:30 onward (evening reservation system) 休 Mon. nights, Tues.,
9:00-17:00 (to 16:00 Nov.-Feb.) 休 Open year-round Free Mon./Tues. from Jan. - March Available
N1-7 Tsuchiya, Shinmachi Store

N1-8 Isumi-jinja Sh
Known for its excellent local confections “Monaka- rine
jumangoku.” Monaka is sweets consisting of adzuki
beans wrapped in glutinous mochi rice skin.
A shrine where successive generations of the heads of Otaki
所 83 Shinmachi, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-82-5656 Castle worshipped. The beautiful sanctuary constructed at the
9:00-17:30 休 Wed. late Edo period is a must-see.
所 63-12 Shinmachi, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-80-1146 Freely tour
site 休 Open year-round Free Available
Nakaboso/Kujukuri Area 29
N2 Onsen & hiking amidst greenery ROUTE
Enjoy the view from the window of a local train and visit the clear streams and famed waterfalls that flow through Boso.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
JR Keiyo Line JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line

Rapid train For Soga For Soga Rapid train For Zushi
otive)
(steam locom
JR Uchibo Line JR Uchibo Line JR Uchibo Line N2-1 SL
For Kisarazu
Approx. 52mins
For Kisarazu
Approx. 31mins
For Kisarazu
Approx. 1hr 2mins
Exhibition
970 yen 410 yen 970 yen
3 carriages of steam locomotives imported from the United
States and Great Britain which were in regular service until N2-1 Zen-ryori Yarita
Goi Sta. Start/Goal the 1950s are exhibited in the station precincts.
meal sets
所 Kominato Railway Goi Station Precincts 0436-21-
6771 (9:00-17:00) 9:00-16:00 休 Open year-round
Approx. 5hrs 30mins Approx. 5,000 yen Free Clam rice, decorative sushi rolls and other
local homecooked cuisine are on sale in
“ekiben” lunch box sets at reasonable prices.
SL (steam locomotive) Exhibition and
N2-1 Zen-ryori Yarita meal sets
所 Kominato Railway Goi Station Overpass
0436-24-0715
8:30-15:00 (finish when sold out)
For Kazusa-Nakano, 休 Every 3rd Sun., otherwise irregular holidays
approx. 1hr 6mins,
N2-2 Kominato Railway 1,250 yen (One train
only per hour. Confirm
Clam packed lunch set 500 yen, thick sushi roll
300 yen
in advance)
Yoro-Keikoku Sta. Diesel carriage recreating a steam locomotive

is a sightseeing train which runs carrying three
Kominato Railway Bus for Awamata/
liberatingly spacious carriages.
Goriyaku-no-yu, approx. 14mins, 390 yen (One
train every two hours. Confirm in advance) 0436-23-5584 Goi Station - Yoro-keikoku
Station, Sat., Sun., public holidays, 11 return journeys
Awamata waterfall stop (3 return journeys are “Trolley trains”), 5 return
journeys to Kazusa-Nakano Station Boarding
ticket 500 yen + Train fare One-day train pass 1,800
Approx. 5mins yen Available
N2-3 Awamata waterfall

N2-2 Kominato Railway
Approx. 13mins
N2-4 Waterfall hiking course (circuit of

the area around Awamata waterfall)
approx. 1hr
Takimien-goriyaku
N2-5 Wellness Village Onsen
From Awamata/Goriyaku-no-yu stop for
Kominato Railway bus Yoro-Keikoku Station,
approx. 17mins, 390 yen (One train every two
hours. Confirm in advance.)
N2-3 Awamata wa
There are not many trains from Goi and buses from Yorokeikoku Station operating,
terfall
so you should carefully confirm the timetable in advance. Yoro-Keikoku is the
location where you can enjoy the autumnal foliage into the latest season of the year N2-4 Waterfall hiking
Height approx. 30m, entire length 100m Largest
in the Kanto Region. Note that the season in early December is subject to
overcrowding.
course waterfall in Chiba Prefecture. We recommend
playing in the water in summer, and viewing the
Hiking around the trails located along the river on the many autumnal foliage from autumn to winter.
waterfalls in the upstream area of the Yoro River (Yoro-gawa). 所 Awamata, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun
所 Kuzufuji, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun, 0470-80-1146 Free tour site 休 Open year-
Awamata, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun round Free
0436-96-0055
Anytime 休 Open year-round
Free Available
The outdoor baths where you

can enjoy the different seasonal
surroundings throughout the
year are famous. In addition to
overnight guests, day-trippers
also welcomed.
所 176 Aza Yashiu, Awamata,
Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun 0470-
85-0056 10:00-20:00 (Last
admittance 19:00. Depends on
season) 休 Irregular holidays
(around once a month) 1,050
yen (1,250 yen with rental towel)
Available
N2-5 Takimien-gor
iyaku
Wellness Village On
sen
30
N3 Encounter history and culture in Katsuura ROUTE
View the daily lives of the people in the morning market of the harbor town and get a real feeling for the richness of the beautiful sea in this picturesque spot.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
JR Limited Express
or
Wakashio Wakashio Rapid train For Zushi
For Awa-Kamogawa For Awa-Kamogawa
Approx. 1hr 27mins
3,280 yen
Chiba Sta.
or
JR Sotobo Line N3-1 Kats

uura
rket
Morning Ma
Keisei Expressway Bus For Awa-Kamogawa
For Katsuura/Onjuku/
Awakominato
Approx. 1hr 52mins Approx. 1hr 3 mins Approx. 2hrs 35mins
1,850 yen 2,250 yen 1,940 yen Market held on the street every morning except
Wednesdays. The market has a history of over 400
years. Products available focused on foodstuffs.
Katsuura Sta. Start/Goal 所 Shimo-Honmachi Morning Market Street, Katsuura (1st-
15th of each month), Naka-Honmachi Morning Market
Street (from 16th to end of each month)
0470-73-1658
Approx. 5hrs Approx. 2,500 yen 6:00-11:00 休 Wed.
Approx. N3-2 Tomisaki-jin
Approx. 9mins
10mins ja Shrine
Tomisaki-
Katsuura jinja Shrine
N3-1 Morning Market N3-2 (Hinamatsuri This is a shrine known for an event at which around 1800 “Hina
dolls” are displayed to pray for the happiness of young girls, the “Big
*Please note that doll’s festival) Hinamatsuri”.
this finishes at 11:00 所 Hama-katsuura, Katsuura 0470-73-6641
Approx. 1min Approx. 9:00-17:00 休 Open year-round Free
2mins
N3-3 Ishii Japanese Restaurant

Specialize in spicy “Tantan-men” noodles topped with
Approx. 8mins minced meat and fried onions. Fish dishes using local
produce are recommended.
所 159 Katsuura, Katsuura
Katsuura Sta. 0470-73-7153
7:00-13:45
JR Sotobo Line for Awa-Kamogawa, 休 Wed.
Approx. 4mins, 190 yen
Ubara Sta.
Approx. 15mins
N3-3 Ishii Japanese Restaurant
N3-4 Katsuura Under Sea Park
Approx. 2mins
Chiba Prefecture Coastal Branch of

N3-5 Natural History Museum and Institute
See the undersea environment
Approx. 17mins of the rich ecosystem where
warm and cold currents meet
from 60m offshore from the
Ubara Sta. undersea observatory.
所 174 Yoshio, Katsuura 0470-
JR Sotobo Line for Chiba, approx.
4mins, 190 yen 76-2955 9:00-17:00 (Final
admission16:30) 休 Times of rough
As the morning market in Katsuura is livelier in early morning, we advise you to get weather 960 yen Available
there as early as possible. The Tomisaki-jinaja Shrine “Big Hinamatsuri” doll’s festival
is held from late February to early March. If you are visiting in this season you should
by all means swing by. Extra large dolls adorn the top steps. Illuminations held.
N3-4 Katsuura Under Sea

Park
A musuem where you can learn

more about the marine ecosystems
of the Sobo peninsula. Many
interactive events using the natural
environment of the area are also
held.
所 123 Yoshio, Katsuura
N3-5 Chiba Prefecture Coastal Branch of 0470-76-1133
9:00-16:30 (Last admission 16:00)
Natural History Museum and Institute 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day after if
public holiday) 200 yen Available
N4 Spend a relaxing time in spas and on the beach ROUTE
When you want to relax body and mind with “Thalassotherapy” using the power of the seawater of the Pacific Ocean.
Best season
R O U T E
Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International A spa with various “Thalassotherapy”

Tokyo Sta. Sta. Airport programs using seawater available.
Package plans including use of the
accommodation facilities in the
surrounding area are also available.
JR Limited Express JR Limited Express JR Narita Line 所 1920 Okitsu, Katsuura 0120-655-
Wakashio Wakashio Rapid train For Zushi 779 9:00-21:00 (Aquatonic till 20:30)
For Awa-Kamogawa For Awa-Kamogawa 休 Irregular holidays Aquatonic 4,320
Approx. 1hr 27mins yen (2,160 yen after 17:30. Weekday
3,280 yen Chiba Sta. pricing) Available
or
JR Sotobo Line
Keisei Expressway Bus For Awa-Kamogawa
For Katsuura/Onjuku/
Awakominato
Approx. 1hr 52mins Approx. 1hr 3mins Approx. 2hrs 35mins
1,850 yen 2,250 yen 1,940 yen
Katsuura Sta. Start/Goal N4-1 Thermes Marins du Pacifique
Approx. 4hr 30mins From 6,000 yen

(if also travelling to Moriya (if also travelling to
Bathing Beach) Moriya Bathing Beach)
Approx. 20mins by free shuttle bus from Katsuura

Station (phone reservation by previous day required)
N4-1 Thermes Marins du Pacifique

Approx. 20mins by
free shuttle bus
from Thermes Approx. 9mins by taxi,
Marins du Pacifique approx. 1,100 yen
(phone reservation by
previous day required) N4-1 Thermes
Moriya Bathing rins du Marins du
N4-2 Beach N4-1 Thermes Ma Pacifique
Approx. 14mins
Pacifique
Kazusa-Okitsu Sta.
JR Sotobo Line for Chiba,

Limited express train leaving from Tokyo Station departs on the Keiyo Line platform.
Advisable to allow plenty of time as the location of the Keiyo Line is some distance
from the other lines. Also, there are 2 buses per day from Tokyo Station, and you
can travel to either Katsuura Station of Kazusa-Okitsu Station. There is a shuttle bus
available from both stations.
N4-2 Moriya Bathi

ng Beach
The highly-transparent seas have been

selected among the “Top 100 Bathing
Beaches in Japan” The red Torii archways
standing offshore create a uniquely Japanese
scene.
所 Moriya, Katsuura 0470-73-6641
Swimming season mid July - late August
N4-2 Moriya Bathi

ng Beach
32
N5 Get your fill of strawberries and sake ROUTE
Fresh strawberries and sake and beers created by local breweries are the tastes of the mild Boso winter.
Best season
R O U T E Strawberry picking to enjoy the over

20 houses of the farm in Sammu
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International City. Season is from mid-December
Sta. Airport to mid-May
所 305 Tsube, Sanmu, In front of JR Naruto
Station (Station Tourist Information Office)
0475-82-2071 Mid-December to
mid-May 40mins between 10:00-15:00
(gardens close when ripe strawberries run
JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line out) 休 Irregular holidays 1100-2000
Rapid train For Zushi yen (variations by season) Available
Rapid train For
JR Limited Express Kazusa-Ichinomiya
Shiosai For Choshi Station
Approx. 1hr 2mins
2,250 yen
or
Soga Sta. Sakura Sta.
Chiba Flower Bus

Seaside Liner
For Naruto Depot
Approx. 1hr 25mins JR Sotobo Line JR Sobu Main Line
1,550 yen For Naruto For Choshi
N5-1 “Ichigo-gari,
” Strawberry Pickin
g
4mins on foot Approx. 52mins Approx. 1hr 54mins
after alighting 840 yen 760 yen
Naruto Sta. Start/Goal

30mins (per person in case of 2 persons) A brewery where both sake and local
b e er a r e pr o duc e d. T our s o f
warehouse possible, and “shikomi”,
Immediately accessible the preparation stage of sake mash,
can be observed from November to
March.
Station Tourist Information Center 所 11 Takanosato, Matsuo-machi, Sanmu
(“Strawberry Picking Information”) 0479-86-3050 10:00-16:00 休 Open
year-round Free Available
“Ichigo-gari,” Strawberry
N5-1 Picking
N5-2 Kankiku-Meij
yo brewers
N5-2 Kankiku-Meijyo brewers
Beer restaurant in Kankiku-

N5-3 Meijyo brewery
N5-4 Namikiri Fudoin Temple Restaurant run directly by Kankiku-

Meijyo brewery. A popular menu item
is the tasting sets which allow you to
Approx. 18mins compare, for example, different sakes
or local beers.
所 11 Takanosato, Matsuo-machi, Sanmu
N5-3 Beer restaur
0479-86-3050 10:00-16:00 (Sat., Sun., ant in
public holidays 9:00-17:00) 休 Open year- Kankiku-Meijyo brew
Please visit the ideal gardens for strawberry pickig on that particular day, after being round Available ery
introduced by the Station Tourist Information Center. As there are many courses
which use taxis to get around we recommend you go in groups of 3 to 4 persons.
While taxis in Japan can also be waved down on the street, you can choose to have
the staff call you a taxi at each facility.
A temple with an impressive

red main shrine constructed
into the mountainside.
Religously devout persons
involved in fisheries gather
to pray for safe seas.
所 2551 Naruto, Sanmu
0475-82-2176
Free access to the temple
iri Fudoin grounds

N5-4 Namik 休 Open year-round
Temple
Free
N6 Have action-packed fun on Kujukuri Beach ROUTE
A beach lapped by the waves of the Pacific Ocean where you can both bathe and surf. Spend time in one of the popular western-style restaurants after your activities.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport

JR Keiyo Line
Wakashio Rapid train For Zushi
For Kazusa-Ichinomiya
For Awa-Kamogawa
Station
Chiba Sta.
JR Sotobo Line
For Awa-Kamogawa
2,250 yen 760 yen 1,320 yen
Mobara Sta. Start/Goal
N6-1 Nakazato ba
thing
Time req.: Approx. Cost: Approx.
6hrs Approx. 3,000 yen Approx. beach
This is a bathing beach where many surfers gather
Approx. 20mins on Shirako depot-bound Kominato
Railway Bus from East Exit of Mobara Station, get off at
because, while the shallows are extensive, the waves can
Nakazato-kaigan stop 480 yen Approx. 7mins on foot also be high. The draft net for tourists is also popular.
所 4563-13 saki, Aza Kita-Shioba, Nakazato, Shirako-machi,
N6-1 Nakazato bathing beach Chosei-gun

0475-33-2117 Mid July-Late august
(Dependant on season) Tennis/ground golf, etc.

Shirako Town is a health resort where sports can be
enjoyed. There are 340 tennis courts. Also there is ground
Approx. 8mins golf and soccer fields.
所 Shirako Town Tourism Association
0475-33-2117 (within Shirako Town Hall)
N6-2 Shirako New Seaside Hotel
Approx. 5mins
Yoshoku-ya Kawagoe
N6-3 western-style dining
Approx. 20mins on Kominato
Approx. 2mins Railway Bus to East Exit of
Mobara Station, 480 yen
Nakazato-kaigan stop
Kujukuri Beach’s location in Sotobo means that it tends to get high waves, but this
also means that the sea is both clean and popular. In the bathing area there are
seaside refreshment huts, toilets, and so on, where you can get changed. In addition,
this zone is also famed for the many tennis courts. You will want to soak in an onsen N6-2 Shirako New Seaside Hotel
following your physical activity before heading home.
Hotel with natural hot springs with water quality which is good for
skin, hair, and so on. Day-trippers also welcomed. There are a
number of sports facilities in the vicinities.
所 4482 Nakazato, Shirako-machi, Chosei-gun 0475-30-3555
13:00-20:00 (variations by day) 休 Open year-round 700 yen
Available
French bistro. Wide-ranging

menu available with an
emphasis on dishes using
local fish and shellfish.
所 4369 Nakazato, Shirako-
machi, Chosei-gun
0475-33-7025
11:00-21:00
休 Irregular holidays
N6-3 Yoshoku-ya
Kawagoe
western-style dining
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N7 Stroll the coast on horseback ROUTE
Chance for a gallant canter over the sand on horseback. This is an activity you rarely can experience elsewhere.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport

Wakshio JR Keiyo Line Rapid train For Zushi
For Awa-Kamogawa For Kazusa-Ichinomiya
Station
Chiba Sta.
JR Sotobo Line
For Awa-Kamogawa
Approx. 1hr 1min Approx. 48mins Approx. 2hr 6mins
2,420 yen 970 yen 1,490 yen
Kazusa-Ichinomiya Sta. Start/Goal
40mins+ 4,500 yen
Approx. 10mins by free shuttle bus from

Kazusa-Ichinomiya Station (call from station
following arrival on day)
N7-1 Ichinomiya Horse Riding Center

Approx. 10mins by free shuttle bus from
Ichinomiya Horse Riding Center (call from station N7-1 Ichinomiya
Horse Riding Center
following arrival on day)
Enjoy carefree horse riding on the beach. Various courses are

available depending on levels of horse riding experience.
Kujukuri Beach is right beside Horse Riding Center. There is a beginner’s course to 所 9963 Ichinomiya, Ichinomiya-machi, Chosei-gun 0475-42-2851
enjoy horse riding on the shore. Wear clothing that allows ease-of-movement. 9:00-17:00 (Last admission16:00)
休 Wednesday (may be closed in lieu of holiday)
Beginners horse leading (20mins) 4,500 yen
N8 Exciting activities in the midst of greenery ROUTE

Enjoy new types of attractions in the forest that make you feel united with the nature.
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International A new type of amusement

Sta. Airport park where you fly around in
the forest like Tarzan wearing
a customized harness.
所 1067 Misho-Higashidai,
JR Keiyo Line JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line Nagara-machi, Chosei-gun
Rapid train For Rapid train For Rapid train For Kurihama 0475-35-0071
Kazusa-Ichinomiya Kazusa-Ichinomiya 9:00-sundown (from 8:30 in
Station Station Chiba Sta. summer)
休 Thursdays and irregular
holidays
Adventure course: 3,800 yen
(2hr)
JR Sotobo Line Available
For Kazusa-Ichinomiya Station
970 yen 410 yen 970 yen
Honda Sta. Start/Goal

N8-1 Tarzania
Approx. 4hr 20mins From 5,500 yen
Approx. 25mins by free shuttle bus from Honda Station, get off
at Japan Medical Training Center depot. Approx. 13mins on foot
N8-1 Tarzania (Nagara Town)
Seimei no Mori Restaurant

N8-2 Boulogne
Approx. 13mins on foot Approx. 25mins by free shuttle bus
from Japan Medical Training Center. Proudly presenting a rich menu at the buffet-
style restaurant in the resort facilities.
Breakfast and lunch only.
所 521-4 Ueno, Nagara-machi, Chosei-gun
At RESOL Seimei no Mori, where Tarzania is located, there is also a 400m athletics 0475-35-3333 Breakfast 7:00-9:30, Lunch
track, tennis courts, a pool, public baths, and accommodation facilities including log
cottages. Wear comfortable shoes and slacks. Reserve in advance.
N8-2 Seimei no Mori 11:30-14:30 (On Sat., Sun., busy periods, two-shift
system from 11:30 and 13:30) 休 Open year-round
Restaurant Boulogne Break. 1,400 yen+tax, Lunch 1,600 yen+tax
Available
Recommended spots
N9-1 Togane-shi Lake Hakkaku N9-2 Katsuura-shi Ubara Risokyo scenic hike N9-3 Kamogawa-shi Taino-ura inlet
Man-made lake facing the Togane Palace of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the Small peninsula extending into the Pacific Ocean, where the sea, Visit by boat to see rare schools of sea bream which do not normally
first shogun of the Edo shogunate. The cherry blossoms on trees rocks and forest create beautiful scenery. With hiking course. form schools. This sea area is nationally designated for special
planted in the surroundings of the lake are beautiful in spring. protection.
所 1415 Togane, Togane 所 Ubara, Katsuura 所 183-8 Kominato,
0475-50-1142 0470-73-1658 Kamogawa
Freely tour site Freely tour site 04-7095-2318 (Excursion
休 Open year-round 休 Open year-round boat inquiries) 8:30-
Free Free 15:50 (final departure time
March/October till 15:20,
November-February till
14:50) 休 Times of rough
weather Excursion boat
charge 950 yen Available
Approx. 12mins Approx. 16mins JR Awa- Approx. 5mins Ichinomiya Approx. 820 yen
JR Togane Sta. JR Ubara Sta. Kominato
Sta. Beach
N9-4 Ichinomiya-machi Ichinomiya, Torami, Tsurigasaki Beach N9-5 Onjuku-machi Onjuku-Chuo Bathing Beach N9-6 Isumi-shi Brown’s Field
Kujukuri Beach is popular for surfing. There are many areas where Here you will find the “Tsuki-no-Sabaku Statue” (image of the moonlit Hotel and cafe surrounded by serene rural scenery. The cuisine using
surfing activities, lessons, and so on, can be availed of. desert), a symbol of Onjuku. There are three kinds of slides, a lazy locally-produced organic incredients is delicious.
river pool, among others, in the nearby town-managed pool.
所 Ichinomiya Beach to 所 Suka, Onjuku-machi, 所 1501-1 Kuwata, Misaki-
Tsurigasaki Beach, Isumi-gun cho, Isumi
Ichinomiya-machi, Chosei-gun 0470-68-2513 0470-87-4501
0475-42-1425 Beginning of July-August 11:00-16:30
Year-round 31 8:30-17:00 (bathing area 休 Fri.-Sun.
opening period) Available
休 Open throughout the
beginning of July-August 31
Approx. 8mins Approx. 12mins Approx. 15mins

JR Kazusa-Ichinomiya Sta. JR Onjuku Sta. JR Choja-machi Sta.
Approx. 1090 yen Approx. 1630 yen
N9-7 Isumi-shi Ohara Fishing Port morning market N9-8 Chonan-machi Kasamori-kannon Temple N9-9 Chonan-machi Chofukuju-ji Temple
Seafood such as fresh fish and dried fish, as well as local agricultural A peaceful temple surrounded by forests founded in 784AD. The main Ancient temple founded in 798AD and visited by many people on
products are sold. There is also a barbecue where you can eat at the shrine of Kannon Hall is an Important Cultural Property of Japan. The pilgrimages to the effigy of the wish-granting “Yoshizou-kun.”
location. Held every Sunday. stele inscribed with Matsuo Basho haiku is also worth seeing.
所 11574 Ohara, Isumi 所 302 Kasamori, Chonan- 所 969 Chonan-machi,
0470-62-1191 machi, Chosei-gun Chosei-gun
Sun. 8:00-12:00 0475-46-0536 0475-46-1837
Available 8:00-16:00 (may differ Free access to grounds
depending on season) 休 Open year-round
休 Times of rain Free
200 yen Available
Available
Kominato Railway Bus Kominato Railway Bus

Approx. 19mins JR Mobara for Ushiku Sta. Kasamori Approx. 5mins JR Mobara for Chonan-eigyojo Atago 400 yen
JR Ohara Sta. Sta. (South Sta. (South
Exit) Approx. 33mins Stop 520 yen Exit) Approx. 19mins Town
N9-10 Isumi-shi Gyogan-ji Temple N9-11 Kamogawa-shi Tanjo-ji Temple

Temple founded in 849AD. Large collection of sculptures, including Erected in 1276 on the site of the birthplace of the Venerable Nichiren,
those by Matahachi Takamatsu and wave scupltures by “Nami-no- one of the holy men of Japanese Buddhism. Free sermons held every
Ihachi,” both known as master crafstmen. morning.
所 2136 Ogiwara, Isumi 所 183 Kominato,
0470-86-3816 Kamogawa
10:00-16:00 04-7095-2621
休 Mon.-Fri. 9:00-16:00
500 yen 休 Open year-round
Available Free
Available
Kamogawa-Nitto Bus
Kuniyoshi Sta., Isumi Approx. 10mins For Awa- for Okitsu Stop at Entrance 490 yen
Kamogawa Sta.
Railway Approx. 1360 yen (East Exit) Approx. 26mins to Tanjo-ji Temple
Sake brewery
0475-42-3134 (Reservations required Either every 2nd or 3rd Sat.,
N9-12 Inahana-shuzo sake brewery for tours. From 5 persons)
9:00-16:30
Every Sun., public holidays
Available 5841 Torami, Ichinomiya-machi, Chosei-gun
0470-76-0215
N9-13 Yoshino-shuzo sake brewery (Reservations required for tours)
10:00-15:00 Every 3rd Sun. Available 571 Ueno, Katsuura shi
8:00-17:00 (No tours available.

N9-14 Toyonotsuru-shuzo sake brewery 0470-82-2026 Sampling and sales only)
Irregular holidays Available 88 Shinmachi, Otaki-machi, Isumi-gun
0470-73-5221 (Reservations required

N9-15 Azumanada-jouzo sake brewery for tours)
9:00-16:00 Sat./Sun. Available 1033 Kushihama, Katsuura shi
Sat., Sun., public holidays

N9-16 Kidoizumi-shuzo sake brewery 0470-62-0013 8:00-17:00
(Open Sat. from Oct.–Mar.)
Available 7635-1 Ohara, Isumi shi
36
Theme Park Edition This is Chiba

Prefecture,
a place with
many things to look
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They say it is one of the foremost
popular parks in Japan. It is
beautiful in the seasons when
flowers blossom.
[ Photo Fact ]
A man-made island which floats in
Tokyo Bay, the nighttime scenes The town suddenly emerges in the middle of the sea!
are gorgeous.
#Tokyo Wan Aqua-Line Umihotaru Parking Area
What? Aren’t we in Japan?

#Funabashi Andersen Park
In front of windmill
[ Photo Fact ]
It seems that it looks all the better
in winter.
[ Photo Fact ]
The killer whale’s performances
can make for impressive
photographs.
Wow, I can’t believe

you can see Mt. Fuji so well!
# Mt. Nokogiri peak
[ Photo Fact ]
Confirm the schedule for exchange Well, that
It's just like we are right in the sea events and make sure not to miss was fun!
#Mother F
# Kamogawa Sea World Aquarium out. arm Fureai
Plaza
37
K Kazusa~
ROUTE MAP
Minamiboso Kazusa/Minamiboso area

An area where various activities can be enjoyed, located at the southern point of the Boso Peninsula.
Known for its genial climate, it is lively throughout the year with many sightseers.
It is also easy to reach by limited express trains or highway buses.
AREA MAP
TERRMINAL STATION M AP
JR Kisarazu Sta.
JR Kimitsu Sta.
JR Tateyama Sta.
JR Awa-Kamogawa Sta.
38
K1 Refresh body and soul with tidal flat shellfish gathering & onsen ROUTE
An activity to dig for shells at low tide and get a feel for the real riches of Uchibo's seas. Relax in an observatory bath overlooking the ocean after harvesting its bounties.
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Narita International Kaihin-Makuhari

Airport Sta.
Highway bus Highway bus JR Keiyo Line

For Kimitsu Sta. South For Kisarazu Sta. For Soga
Exit/Aohori West Exit
Soga Sta.
JR Uchibo Line
For Kimitsu
Approx. 40mins Approx. 1hr 44mins Approx. 50mins
1,250 yen 1,750 yen 760 yen
Kisarazu-Kaneda Bus Terminal/Kisarazu Sta. Start/Goal
Approx.
6hrs Approx. 4,000 yen
Approx. 10mins from Kisarazu-Kaneda Bus
Terminal or approx. 20mins from Kisarazu Sta.
by free shuttle bus (for operating days etc.,
& Hotel Mikazuki

inquire Ryugujo Spa & Hotel Mikazuki)
K1-1 Ryugujo Spa
K1-1 Ryugujo Spa & Hotel Mikazuki
A hot spring facility from which Tokyo Bay, or on clear
Approx. 1min days Mt. Fuji, can be viewed. Enjoy the 70 kinds of spa
facilities, and unusual baths.
所 1 Kitahama-cho, Kisarazu 0438-41-8111
K1-2
10:00-23:00 休 Open year-round 1,500 yen bef. tax (Sat.,
Kaneda beach coastal shellfish gathering Sun., public holidays 2,000 yen), 1,300 yen yen after 18:00,
2,300 yen in summer period (Sat., Sun., public holidays 2,600
yen) Available
Returned
to the Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki,
approx. 10mins to Kisarazu-Kaneda Bus Terminal
or approx. 20mins to Kisarazu Sta. by free
shuttle bus (for operating days etc., inquire
Ryugujo Spa & Hotel Mikazuki)
No reservations required for highway bus. There are days on which it is not possible
to shell-gather even during the season due to tidal cycles, so please confirm.
Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki is a large-scale facility with a popular heated swimming
pool which can be used throughout the year. Swimwear can also be hired.
K1-2 Kaneda beac

h coastal shellfish ga
thering
Shellfish gathering refers to an activity to “hunt for
shells on the tidal flats.” You can collect common
orient clams and Manila clams, among other shellfish
which have grown in the rich Uchibo seas.
所 1 Kitahama-cho, Kisarazu 0438-22-7711 From April
to mid-July 休 Depends on tidal cycles Available
Kazusa/Minamiboso Area 39
K2 Take the highway bus to go shopping at outlet stores ROUTE
Spend a full day absorbed in shopping at a massive outlet mall spread over an expansive site.
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Narita International

Airport
Highway Bus Highway bus

For Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu For Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu
Approx. 45mins Approx. 1hr 35mins
1,250 yen 1,750 yen
Approx. 4hrs
K2-1 Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu
No reservations required for highway Bus. On your final day it is possible to access
the airport on the route Tokyo Sta. - Outlet mall - Narita International Airport from
Bus stop number 2, Yaesu Exit of Tokyo Sta. 4 buses operate per day.
K2-1 Mitsui Outle
t Park Kisarazu
One of the biggest factory

outlet malls in Japan with
over 240 domestically- and
internationally-popular
Chiba Kun Plaza Information Center brand shops.
所 3-1-1 Kaneda-higashi,
Within the Mitsu Outlet park is the Chiba Kun Plaza Kisarazu 0438-38-6100
Shops 10:00-20:00,
information Center for the Chiba Prefecture Tourist restaurants 11:00-20:30 (food
Information Hall near the food court. There are court from 10:30) 休 Irregular
holidays Available
various pamphlets for tourism in the Chiba area and
trips can be planed. Close-by is the Chiba Kun
Souvenir Shop.
A little bit further away

Let’s try going to nearby Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu’s 2 spots!
Ride the 60m Ferris wheel to

see Aqualine or Tokyo Bay.
Attractions for the whole
family to enjoy!
l park
Kisarazu Ferris Whee
KISARA PIA
Beachside Barbeque facilities and

other facilities like hotels to spend
time in nature and experience WILD BEACH SEASIDE GL
“glamping”.
AMPING PARK
40
K3 Lovely animals and flower beds ROUTE
Spend a day at a unique tourist farm where you can simultaneously enjoy the beauty of Japan's four seasons and get closer to some familiar livestock animals.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
Highway bus JR Narita Line Rapid

JR Keiyo Line JR Keiyo Line
For Kimitsu Sta. train
For Soga For Soga
South Exit For Zushi

For Kimitsu/ For Kimitsu/ For Kimitsu/
Tateyama Tateyama Tateyama
Approx. 1hr 7mins Approx. 1hr 28mins Approx. 1hr 6mins Approx. 2hrs
1,450 yen 1,490 yen 840 yen 1,490 yen
Kimitsu Sta. Start/Goal
From Kimitsu Sta. South Exit for Mother Farm by

Nitto Kotsu Bus, approx. 40mins, 700 yen
K3-1 Mother Farm
K3-1 Mother Farm

N
itto Kotsu Bus for Kimitsu Sta. South Exit,
Kimitsu Sta.
Approx. 6mins A tourist farm with many attractions, such as

activities including a sheep show, baby pig
race, petting zoo.
K3-2 Hotel Sennari 所 940-3 Tagura, Futtsu 0439-37-3211 9:30-

16:30 (Sat., Sun., public holidays 9:00-17:00. Differs
depending on season) Junior high school and
above 1,500 yen Available
Approx. 6mins
Mother Farm is one of Chiba Prefecture's foremost leisure facilities. It is known as a

place you can enjoy seasonal flowers such as rape blossoms and petunias. Use
either the train or highway bus from Tokyo Sta. or Narita International Airport for JR
Kimitsu Sta.
K3-2 Hotel Sennar

i
A long standing hotel with a restaurant with

popular authentic Chinese (Cantonese) and
Japanese cuisine which makes use of the
ocean’s bounties.
所 4-1-1 Higashi-Sakada, Kimitsu 0439-52-8511
11:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30 休 Open year-round
Available
K4 Romantic illumination displays to light up the winter ROUTE
Visit two unique spots in one day, an aquarium with enjoyable shows by aquatic animal and illuminations displays.
Best season
R O U T E Aquarium at which around

800 varieties of sea creature
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin- Narita International are kept and displayed. In
Makuhari Sta. Airport addition to the displays, the
a nim a l s h o w s a r e a l s o
popular.
JR Narita Line Rapid train 所 1464-18 Higashi-cho,
JR Limited Highway Bus JR Limited Kamogawa
Express Aqusea Express For Zushi
04-7093-4803
Wakashio For Kameda Wakashio 9:00-17:00 (last admittance
For Medical For Chiba Sta. 16:00. Depends on season)
Awa-Kamogawa Center Awa-Kamogawa 休 Irregular holidays
2,800 yen Available
Highway Bus Kapina

For Kameda Medical
Center
Approx. 1hr 52mins Approx. 2hrs 10mins Approx. 1hr 31mins Approx. 2hrs
3,610 yen 2,450 yen 3,280 yen 1,850 yen
Awa-Kamogawa Awa-Kamogawa Start

Sta. Sta.
Approx. 10mins by Approx. 10mins by K4-1 Kamogawa

Sea World
free shuttle bus from free shuttle bus from
Awa-kamogawa Sta. Awa-kamogawa Sta.
K4-1 Kamogawa Sea World

Approx. 12mins
K4-2 Ikesukago
Approx. 13mins
A Japanese restaurant on the

Awa-Kamogawa Sta. first floor of the Kamogawa
H
ighway Bus Kapina for Chiba Sta., approx. 1hr, alight Grand Tower where meals
Tokyo German Village stop. 1,340 yen can be enjoyed overlooking a
K4-3
Japanese garden. Fish dishes
Tokyo German Village using fresh produce are
recommended.
H
ighway Bus Kapina for Chiba Sta., approx. 50mins,
930 yen 所 Kamogawa Grand Tower, 834
Hiroba, Kamogawa 04-7093-
Chiba Sta. Goal 6111 7:30-9:00, 11:30-14:00,
17:30-20:00 休 Open year-round
Available
JR Sobu Line JR Sotobo Line For

Rapid train Kazusa-Ichinomiya
JR Rapid train
Airport Narita
K4-2 Ikesukago
For For Narita Airport
Tokyo/Zushi/Kurihama Soga Sta.
Expansive theme park with the motif of a German town. Enjoy flowers of the seasons and
various activities programs. From November to March, illumination displays using around
JR Keiyo Line 2.5 million LED and electric bulbs are popular. Illumination is from sunset until 20:00
For Tokyo 所 419 Nagayoshi, Sodegaura 0438-60-5511 Illumination period (Nov. to Mar.) 9:30-
Approx. 38mins Approx. 23mins Approx. 42mins 20:00 (final admission 19:30). Other periods 9:30-17:00 (final park admission 16:00; depends
640 yen 320 yen 670 yen on weather) 休 Open year-round 800 yen (varies in winter season) Available
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin- Narita International

Makuhari Sta. Airport
Buses leave Tokyo German Village are only running until early evening. However,
there are buses until later if you board from Hiraoka-sho-mae stop, which is around
10mins away on foot. It is still necessary to confirm in advance as there are only a
limited number of buses running. In addition, during a certain time of the year, shuttle
bus to Sodegaura Sta. also runs. There is also a winter special plan which includes
park access tickets for two of the popular attractions.
ge
German Villa
K4-3 Tokyo
42
K5 Have your cake and eat it with an aquarium & onsen & seafood! ROUTE
Observe fascinating sea creatures, soak in onsen while look at the sea, and relish the fresh seafood.
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin- Narita International

Makuhari Sta. Airport
JR Limited Highway Bus JR Limited JR Narita Line Rapid train

Express Aqusea Express For Zushi
Wakashio For Kameda Wakashio
For Medical For
Awa-Kamogawa Center Awa-Kamogawa Chiba Sta.
Highway Bus Kapina

For Kameda Medical
Center
Approx. 1hr 52mins Approx. 2hrs 10mins Approx. 1hr 31mins Approx. 2hrs
3,610 yen 2,450 yen 3,280 yen 1,850 yen
Awa-Kamogawa Awa-Kamogawa Start

Sta. Sta.
Approx. 10mins by Approx. 10mins by

free shuttle bus from free shuttle bus from K5-1 Kamogawa Sea World
Awa-kamogawa Sta. Awa-kamogawa Sta.
Aquarium at which around 800
K5-1 Kamogawa Sea World varieties of sea creature are kept and
displayed. In addition to the displays,
the animal shows are also popular.
所 1464-18 Higashi-cho, Kamogawa
Approx. 10mins
04-7093-4803 9:00-17:00 (last
admittance 16:00; depends on season)
休 Irregular holidays 2,800yen
K5-2 Kamogawa Grand Hotel Available
Approx. 4mins
K5-3 Ikesukago
Approx. 8mins
gawa Grand Hotel
K5-2 Kamo
K5-4 Shunsai, Shiosai market
The views of the Pacific Ocean are magnificent,
from the large hot spring bath where you can
Approx. 7mins s e e t he s e a, and f r om gue s t r o oms.
Incorporates day spa and restaurant facilities.
所 820 Hiroba, Kamogawa 04-7092-2111 11:00-
Awa-Kamogawa Sta. Goal 22:00 (last admittance 21:00; may be limitations on
access when it is busy) 休 Irregular holidays 1,620
yen Available
Access is good from Tokyo or Kaihin-Makuhari to Awa-Kamogawa. While slightly

difficult to access from Narita International Airport, there are various ways to get
there depending on the time of day, so please confirm. Noteworthy spots are
concentrated around Awa-kamogawa so you can easily sightsee on foot.
K5-3 Ikesu
kago
A Japanese restaurant on the first floor of the

Kamogawa Grand Tower where meals can be
enjoyed overlooking a Japanese garden. Fish
dishes using fresh produce are
recommended.
所 Kamogawa Grand Tower, 834 Hiroba, Kamogawa
04-7093-6111 7:30-9:00, 11:30-14:00, 17:30-
20:00 休 Open year-round Available
Souvenir shop boasting its foremost expanse in the

surrounding area. The selection of special produce
from Minamiboso is particularly comprehensive.
K5-4 Shunsai, Sh
iosai market 所 777 Hiroba, Kamogawa 04-7099-2200 9:00-18:00
(restaurant 11:00-20:30) 休 Open year-round Available
K6 Magnificent views from Mt. Nokogiri and the bounties of the sea ROUTE
After enjoying the views form the top of the mountain which was once used as a quarry, get a taste of the fresh seafood from the surrounding seas at one of the dining areas.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
Highway bus JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line Rapid

JR Keiyo Line
For Kimitsu For Soga train
For Soga
Station South For Zushi
Exit/Aohori

Approx. 1hr 7mins Approx. 1hr 28mins Approx. 1hr 6mins Approx. 2hrs
1,450 yen 1,490 yen 840 yen 1,490 yen
Approx. 4hr 30mins Approx. 3,000 yen

Ropeway
JR Uchibo Line for
Tateyama, approx.
JR Uchibo Line for
Chiba, approx. K6-1·3 Mt. Nokogiri
28mins, 500 yen 34mins, 500 yen
An aerial cableway (ropeway) which
climbs to a 330m elevation at the
Hamakanaya Sta. peak of Mt. Nokogiri. There is a 360
degree panorma from the peak
Approx. 9mins observatory.
所 4052-1 Kanaya, Futtsu
K6-1 Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway 0439-69-2314

9:00-17:00 (Nov. 16 to Feb. 15, till
16:00)
Approx. 4mins, alight at Sancho (peak) Sta. Approx.
休 Open year-round
4mins
One-way 500 yen, return 930 yen.
K6-2
Available
Jusshu-Ichirandai
Approx. 4mins
K6-3 Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway

Approx. 4mins, arrive Fumoto (foothill) Sta. Approx.
10mins
K6-4 Kaisen-Hamayaki Maruhama seafood
K6-5 The Fish K6-2 Jusshu-Ichirandai

Approx. 4mins
There were many areas with the names
Musashi, Awa, and so on around the Kanto area
in the Edo period, and it is possible to see 10 of
these at a single sweep from this point.
While you can easily get to the peak of Mr. Nokogiri using the ropeway, it is a 30
所 In Nihon-ji Temple, 184 Motona, Kyonan, Awa-gun
minute return journey on foot to the Mt. Nokogiri vista point, where magnificent views 0470-55-1103
can be enjoyed. To reach all the other points of note it will require a 2 hour circuit, so 8:00-17:00 (winter, till sunset)
please ensure to wear footwear suitable for hiking as well as ensuring to bring water. 休 Open year-round Admission fee 600 yen
K6-4 Kaisen-Hama
yaki
Maruhama seafood
A restaurant where you can eat fresh
fish and shellfish, barbecue style. 90mins
all-you-can-eat.
所 2288 Kanaya, Futtsu 0439-69-2161
11:00-15:00 (Sat., Sun., public holidays till
16:00) 休 Thu. Available
Seafood restaurant and marketplace.

Enjoy shopping and meals while looking out
over the scenery of Uchibo at a sea-facing
location.
K6-5 The Fish 所 2288 Kanaya, Futtsu 0439-69-2161
Marketplace 9:00-18:00; Restaurant 11:00-
17:30 休 Open year-round Available
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K7 Exhiliration! Mt. Nokogiri hiking ROUTE
Hiking at the foremost beauty spot in Uchibo. If you are hungry after walking you can enjoy meals in popular beach dining areas or a unique facility which makes use of a disused school.
Best season
R O U T E An aerial cableway (ropeway) which climbs

to a 330m elevation at the peak of Mt.
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International Nokogiri. There is a 360 degree panorma
Sta. Airport from the peak observatory.
所 4052-1 Kanaya, Futtsu
0439-69-2314
9:00-17:00 (Nov. 16 to Feb. 15, 16:00). Four to
Highway bus JR Narita Line Rapid six per hour.
JR Keiyo Line JR Keiyo Line 休 Open year-round
For Kimitsu For Soga For Soga train
One-way 500 yen, return 930 yen.
Station South For Zushi
Available
Exit

Approx. 1hr 7mins Approx. 1hr 28mins Approx. 1hr 6mins Approx. 2hrs K7-1 Mt. N
okogiri
1,450 yen 1,490 yen 840 yen 1,490 yen
Ropeway
JR Uchibo Line for JR Uchibo Line for The origin of the name
Tateyama, approx. Chiba, Approx. is the saw-like
28mins, 500 yen 28mins, 500 yen serrations in the
mountain range profile.
Hamakanaya Sta. The great buddha and
kannon statues carved
Approx. 9mins into the rockface in the
grounds of Nihon-ji
K7-1 Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway Temple on the peak are

a must-see.
Approx. 4mins, alight at Sancho (peak) Sta. Approx. 所 184-4 Motona, Kyonan,
4mins Awa-gun
0470-55-1103
K7-2 Mt. Nokogiri/Nihon-ji Temple 8:00-17:00 (winter, till

sundown) 休 Open
year-round K7-2 Mt. Nokogiri/
Hiking approx. 2hrs. Ropeway also has return journey 600 yen
Available Nihon-ji Temple
Hamakanaya Sta.
JR Uchibo Line for Tateyama, approx. 4mins, 190 yen
Hota Sta.
Approx. 13mins Approx. 15mins
Road Station
K7-3 Hota Elementary K7-4 Banya dining
School
Approx. 15mins
An integrated facility using a disused
Approx. 13mins elementary school. Includes shops and
restaurants selling regional products.
所 724 Hota, Kyonan-machi, Awa-gun
0470-29-5530
Mt. Nokogiri hiking possible throughout year. As the south side slope from the peak 9:00-18:00 (some tenants differ)
休 Open year-round (some tenants differ)
is in the grounds of the Nihon-ji Temple, an entrance fee must be paid. You can see
Available
Mt. Fuji from the observatory on a clear day. Do not forget to come in comfortable
walking shoes and bring water.
K7-3 Road Station Hota

Elementary School
or
The fish caught in fixed

nets offshore each
morning, can be eaten
as, for example, sushi,
sashimi or tempura.
Get a real feel for the
deliciousness of fresh
fish.
所 99-5 Yoshihama,
Kyonan, Awa-gun
dining
0470-55-4844
9:30-17:00
K7-4 Banya
休 Open year-round
Available
K8 Horseriding/kayaking and rental bicycles ROUTE
Activities overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Kayaking on the sea? Or strolling the beach on horseback? It's up to you to decide what's best!
Best season
R O U T E A sea kayak is the ideal way to

enjoy the views of the beautiful
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International Boso seas. Easy-to-follow lessons
Sta. Airport available even for beginners.
所 1207-46 Menuma, Tateyama
0470-28-3039
Highway Bus Boso JR Sobu Line Rapid 9:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
Nanohana train For Chiba/ JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line
休 Mon. From 7,000 yen Available
For Kyukamura- Kazusa-Ichinomiya/ For Soga Rapid train For
mae/Nambo Kimitsu Zushi
Paradise
Chiba Sta. Soga Sta. Chiba Sta.
Have a horseriding experience on a

Highway Bus Highway Bus Highway Bus pleasant beach. Beginner's lessons
Nanso Satomi For Nanso Satomi For Nanso Satomi For
also available.
Tateyama Sta. Tateyama Sta. Tateyama Sta.
Approx. 2hrs 25mins Approx. 1hr 46mins Approx. 2hr 49mins 所 1886-1 Inuishi, Tateyama
2,190 yen 1,790 yen 2,200 yen 080-7722-7533 (reservations desk
11:00-18:00)
K8-1 Paddle Spor

ts Ru- 10:00 and 14:00 (two-shift system)
休 Mon., every 3rd Tues.
Tateyama Sta. Start/Goal From 12,750 yen (90mins) Available
Approx. 7hrs
or
(when travelling to Paddle
From 8,000 yen
(for Paddle Sports Ru-)
Sports Ru-)
Approx. 5hrs 30mins From 13,500 yen
(for Horse Trekking park
(when travelling to Horse
Tateyama)
Trekking Park Tateyama)
Approx.
JR Bus 15-20mins by
For Ito Fishing free shuttle
Approx. 2hrs 14mins Port
2,700 yen bus from Tateyama Sta.
Approx. 14mins (advance reservations
310 yen required)
Familio Tateyama-
mae bus stop K8-2
Immediately
accessible Horse Trekking
Park Tateyama
K8-1
Approx.
Paddle Sports Ru- 15-20mins by K8-2 Horse Trekking Park
free shuttle Tateyama
Approx. 5mins on foot From bus stop in front bus from Horse Trekking
of Familio Tateyama by JR Bus for in front of Park Tateyama (advance
Tateyama Station, approx. 16mins, 310 yen reservations required)
K8-3 Hana Sohonten
Tateyama Sta.
A restaurant which has continuously provided local cuisine using
ingredients from Minamiboso for nearly half a century. Fish dishes
Approx. 5mins
using fresh produce are recommended.
K8-3
所 2619-6 Hojo, Tateyama 0470-22-1385 11:00-14:00, 16:00-21:30
Hana Sohonten (open throughout Sat., Sun., public holidays) 休 3rd Mon. (open if public
holiday) Available
Approx. 5mins
A few more step

By Rental Bike
The highway bus “Boso Nanohana” is reserved seats only, so reservations are
required (HP: kousokubus.net). There are not many buses which stop at Familio
Tateyama-mae bus stop if using the Highway Bus from Tokyo Sta. Rental bikes are
available at the Tourism and Town planning center at Tateyama Sta. (west exit) for
500 yen (2hrs). ID cards are required.
Okinoshima Island
A small island around 1km in circumference in
Tateyama Bay. Enjoy the feeling of exploration in the
Tateyama deep, expansive forests of the island’s interior.
Nagisa no Eki Approx. 30mins for a single circumnavigation.
所 Around Fujimi, Tateyama 0470-22-2544
Direct sales of local fresh vegetables and fish Freely access park 休 Open year-round
and shellfish, souvenirs, and so on. There is also
a facility where creatures from Tateyama Bay are
displayed.
所 1564-1 Tateyama, Tateyama
0470-22-3606
9:00-18:00 (museum till 16:45)
休 Open year-round
The furthest extremity of the coastline of the

Boso Peninsula. Bustling with many bathers
in summer, with lively marine sports.
所 2307-18 chisaki, Hojo, Tateyama
0470-22-2544 Swimming season mid July to Hojo Beach
late August
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K9 Enjoy Minamiboso with flower-picking and onsen ROUTE
Enjoy the beautiful flower beds, sensations of early spring, and other delights in the mild climate of Sotobo where spring arrives early. There is also a flower-themed onsen
Best season
R O U T E
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Narita International

Airport
JR Keiyo Line JR Narita Line

Highway Bus Boso Rapid train For Ofuna
Rapid train
Nanohana
For Soga
For Awa-Shirahama
Highway Bus Nanso Highway Bus Nanso

Satomi For Shirahama Satomi For Shirahama
Nojimazaki Nojimazaki
Approx. 2hrs 12mins Approx. 2hrs 3mins Approx. 3hrs 37mins

2,700 yen 2,090 yen 2,520 yen
Shirahama Nojimazaki stop Start

K9-1 Shirahama
Strawberry
Approx. 5hrs From 3,500 yen Picking Center
Approx. 5mins A facility where you can experience strawberry picking. Fruit is also
cultured at chest-height meaning you can easily enjoy gathering
strawberries.
K9-1 Shirahama Strawberry Picking Center 所 14736 Shirahama, Shirahama-cho, Minamiboso 0470-38-5145 End
of December to start of May 9:00-15:30 (last admission 15:00）休 Irregular
From Awa-Shirahama stop, approx. 5mins on foot, holidays From 1,000 yen Available
Tateyama Nitto Bus for Chikura Sta., approx. 6mins,
alight at Shiramazu Ohana-batake stop. 260 yen
K9-2 Shiramazu Flower Fields

From Shiramazu Ohana-batake stop, Tateyama
Nitto Bus for Chikura-ekimae, approx. 20mins,
alight at Yurari stop. 410 yen. Approx. 11mins
K9-3 Iyashi Meguri-no-Yado Yumemisaki

Approx. 17mins
Chikura Sta. Goal
The highway bus “Boso Nanohana” is reserved seats only, so reservations are
required (HP: kousokubus.net). In addition buses going to Shirahama Nojimazaki are
infrequent, so it is advisable to confirm the timetable in advance. This does not
require reservations. At Iyashi Meguri-no-Yado Yumemisaki onsen resort, there is a
day-trip pack which includes meals, hot spring and personal room stay as a set.
Overnight stays also possible.
K9-2 Shiramazu Flower Fie

lds
Pick flowers while looking out
over the sea in a region which
produces flowers for Ikebana
flower arrangements High
season is from mid-January to
mid-March.
所 Shiramazu, Chikura-cho,
Minamiboso 0470-44-3581
9:00-17:00
休 Open year-round Free
An onsen facility with flower-

and art-themed decorations.
Onsen has effects which include
skin beautifying, and recovery
from neuralgia and fatigue.
所 Setohama Kaidan-dori,
Chikura-cho, Minamiboso
i Meguri-no -Yado
K9-3 Iyash
0470-44-2000
10:00-22:00 (final admission
21:00) 休 Irregular holidays kiYumemisa
1,000 yen (Sat., Sun., public
holidays 1,500 yen) Available
K10 Conveyor belt sushi & relaxed shopping ROUTE
Enjoy conveyor belt sushi directly operated by seafood companies and shopping in Uchibo's historical port town of Kisarazu.
Best season
R O U T E A small island park which is

linked by the red
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Narita International Nakanoshima Ohashi Bridge,
Sta. Airport a symbol of Kisarazu Port.
Enjoy shellfish gathering on
the west side of the tidal
flats.
Highway Bus JR Narita Line 所 Nakanoshima, Kisarazu
JR Keiyo Line For Aeon Mall JR Keiyo Line
Rapid train 0438-23-8467
For Soga Kisarazu/ For Soga
For Zushi Freely access park
Kimitsu-seitetsujo 休 Open year-round
Soga Sta. Soga Sta. Chiba Sta. Free

For Kisarazu/ For Kisarazu/ For Kisarazu/
Kimitsu Kimitsu Kimitsu
Approx. 1hr 15mins Approx. 1hr 30mins Approx. 53mins Approx. 1hr 52mins
1,320 yen 1,350 yen 760 yen 1,320 yen
Kisarazu Sta. Start/Goal
Approx. 4hrs From 3,000 yen K10-1 Nakanoshima Park
Approx. 17mins
K10-1 Nakanoshima Park

Approx. 11mins
Super conveyor belt sushi

K10-2 “Yamato” Kisarazu branch.
Approx. 5mins. From Kisarazu port bus stop take Aeon
bus to Aeon Mall Kisarazu, approx. 20mins, 260 yen
K10-3 AEON MALL KISARAZU

Aeon bus for Kisarazu Station West Exit, approx.
16mins, 260 yen
From spring through summer you can enjoy shellfish gathering in Nakanoshima park.
Days on which this activity is possible are dependent on the tides, so please confirm
in advance. Direct Bus form Aeon Mall Kisarazu can be used to return to Tokyo
Station.
K10-2 Super convey

or belt sushi
“Yamato” Kisarazu
branch.
Conveyor belt sushi restaurant directly operated by a
seafood company which continuosly prides itself on wild
tuna and the location direct from the fishing grounds. Over
100 menu varieties on offer.
所 3-9-8, Chuo, Kisarazu
0438-25-2269
11:00-21:30 休 Open year-round
A mall with a line-up of a large

scale supermarket and over 160
sp e cia l t y shop s. A ls o w i t h
extensive selection of leisure
activities including cinema and cart
racing circuit.
ALL KISARAZU
所 1-4 Tsukiji, Kisarazu
K10-3 AEON M
0438-30-2600
Mall specialty stores 9:00-21:00
(depends on shop)
休 Open year-round Available
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Gourmet Edition This is Chiba

Prefecture,
a place with
many things to look
pictures
[ Photo Fact ]
Make it to this big event for Chiba
memories!
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[ Photo Fact ]
A beautiful fragrance wafts in
the air as you walk the temple
approach, I was drawn inexorably
to the road.
[ Photo Fact ]
Peanuts are one of Chiba’s famous
products! Good for grown-ups too!
The famous peanuts

in a soft-serve ice-cream
Eel, a famous product of Narita, #Tateyama Kimpii
is a dish you just have to try
#Shinshoji Temple approach Kawatoyo
[ Photo Fact ]
“Stand-and-eat soba and udon
noodles” which are a fast food
of Japan, are quick, cheap, and
delicious!
[ Photo Fact ]
Ramen noodles with milk are
famous!? We have to try them.
There is a fomous store with massive

portions of fried chicken on the platform!
#Yayoi-ken Abiko Station platform
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#Sodegaura Hosana Chinese Restaurant #Izakaya in
Matsudo
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Recommended spots
K11-1 Kisarazu-shi Umihotaru Parking Area K11-2 Kimitsu-shi Lake Kameyama K11-3 Kimitsu-shi Nomizo Waterfall
A parking area on the sea in the middle of a highway in Tokyo Bay. Enjoy fishing, boating and hiking, among other activities, in the largest The sight of ethereal clear streams which cut through caves are a
People come both to shop and for the restaurants. dammed lake in the prefecture. Also with lakeside hot springs where current talking point. These are particularly wonderful in the early
the autumn foliage is a must-see. morning of clear days.
所 Nakajima-chisaki, 所 Kawamata, Kimitsu 所 1954 Sasa, Kimitsu
Kisarazu 0439-56-1325 0439-56-1325
0438-41-7401 Anytime Anytime
24hrs 休 Open year-round 休 Open year-round
(Depends on store) Free Free
休 Open year-round Available Available
Available
Nitto-kotsu Bus for Kawasaki Sta. Approx. Approx. 14mins

JR Kisarazu Sta. JR Kazusa-Kameyama Sta. JR Kazusa-Kameyama Sta.
Approx. 31mins 770 yen 12mins Approx. 2,710 yen
K11-4 Kimitsu-shi Kujukutani Observatory Park K11-5 Futtsu-shi Tokyo Bay Kannon K11-6 Minamiboso-shi Nojimazaki Lighthouse
There is an observatory for observing the mountain ranges of Boso. The scenery A 56m-high kannon statue facing One of the oldest western-style lighthouses in Japan which stands on
of seas of clouds which occurs in the early morning from autumn to winter are onto Tokyo Bay. Marvellous scenery the extremities of the Boso Peninsula. A panorama of the expanses of
particularly impressive. Best time to see cherry blossoms is beginning of April. awaits those who climb the 314 the Pacific Ocean can be seen from the highest vantage.
steps inside.
所 119-1 Higashitenyoku, 所 630 Shirahama,
Kanozan, Kimitsu Shirahama-cho,
0439-56-1325 Minamiboso
Freely access park 所 1588 Kokubo, Futtsu 0470-38-3231
休 Open year-round
0439-65-1222 9:00-16:30 (Oct. to April
Free 8:00-17:00 till 16:00)
(admissions reception 16:00) 休 Times of rough weather,
休 Times of rough weather maintenance 200 yen
500 yen
Available
JR Bus Kanto for Approx.
Approx. 19mins Approx. 5mins JR Tateyama Awa-Shirahama Hanano- 17mins
JR Sanukimachi Sta. JR Sanukimachi Sta.
Approx. 3,790 yen Approx. 820 yen Sta. Approx. 33mins minamo stop 580 yen
K11-7 Tateyama-shi Sunosaki Lighthouse K11-8 Tateyama-shi Heisaura Beach K11-9 Kamogawa-shi Niemonjima Island, a place of scenic beauty
One of the most important lighthouses for ships navigating Tokyo Bay. A beach along the Flower Line Road which continues from Sunosaki Designated as a prefectural beauty spot. An island whose beautiful
Views from opposite shore include Miura Peninsula, Izu-Oshima and to Nojimazaki. Seashore vegetation such as hamahiru-katsuo bloom scenery was selected as one of the New 100 Views of Japan. A circuit
Mt. Fuji. Nationally-designated tangible cultural asset. around the beach which is bustling with surfers. can be completed in one hour including return journey.
所 1043 Sunosaki, 所 Menuma, Tateyama 所 445 Futomihama,
Tateyama 0470-22-2544 Kamogawa
0470-22-2000 04-7092-3456
Freely tour site 8:30-16:30 (Last
admission16:00)
休 Times of rough weather
Admission fee
(incl. return ferry journey)
1,350 yen
Available
JR Bus Kanto for Ito
Fishing Port Approx. 21mins Approx. 12mins
JR Tateyama Sta. JR Tateyama Sta. JR Futomi Sta.
Approx. 27mins 480 yen Approx. 4,060 yen (to ferry dock)
Ichinomiya Tourist
K11-10 Futtsu-shi Futtsu beach coastal shellfish gathering K11-11 Ichihara-shi Ichihara Elephant Kingdom K11-12 Ichinomiya-machi
Strawberry Farm Association
The place at which you can collect shellfish on Tokyo Bay from earliest A zoo where 400 animals of around 100 varieties are raised. The 13 Ichinomiya is a fruit and vegetable producing region which has mild
in the year. The clams which can be gathered from April to June, are elephants at the zoo are the largest number raised in Japan. You can weather throughout the year. Ichigo-gari strawberry picking held from
full-bodied and thoroughly filling. also enjoy a show by the versatile elephant entertainers. January to May.
所 2307-2 Futtsu, Futtsu 所 937 Yamakogawa, Ichihara 所 8515-2 Torami,
0439-87-2121 0436-88-3001 9:00-17:00 Ichinomiya-machi,
Mid-Mar. to mid-Sep. (Final admission16:00. From Chosei-gun
(inquire for more details) 10:00 on winter weekdays) 0475-40-0015
休 Depends on tidal charts 休 Thurs. (open Thus on public Early Jan. to mid-May,
Shellfish gathering 1,800 holidays, spring, summer, winter 9:00-16:00
yen, beachside platform holidays), occasional holidays 休 Irregular holidays
rest 300 yen Dec. to Feb. Park admission 1,300-1,600 yen
fee: 1,800 yen Available (variations by season)
Available
Amaha Nitto Bus Shuttle bus
JR Aohori for Futtsu-koen Stop at Futtsu- 220 yen Kominato Railway (reservations required) Approx.
JR Torami Sta.
Sta. Approx. 8mins koen-iriguchi Takataki Sta. Approx. 10mins Free 19mins
Roadside Station Chikura-Sea

K11-13 Minamiboso-shi Dorakuen K11-14 Minamiboso-shi Roadside Station Tomiura Biwa Club K11-15 Minamiboso-shi
Breeze Kingdom
Prides itself in the variety and freshness of its fish and shellfish as a Commercial facility named after the region's specialty product “Biwa” Sales of produce with a focus on fish and shellfish from Minamiboso.
direct sales point operated by a marine products wholesale company. plums (loquat). Has an abundant selection of regional produce in There is also a barbecue where you can eat dishes prepared from fish
With a full line-up of various kinds of restaurants and shops. addition to biwa products. kept live at the facility.
所 505-1 Fukana, 所 123-1 Aoki, 所 1051 Senda,
Tomiura-cho, Minamiboso Tomiura-cho, Minamboso Chikura-cho, Minamiboso
0470-20-4401 0470-33-4611 0470-43-1811
(main number) 10:00-18:00 8:30-17:00
9:00-19:00 休 Open year-round 休 Wed.
(depends on shop) Available (Open throughout Jan. to
休 Open year-round April/Aug.)
Available Available
Approx. Approx. Approx. 11mins

JR Nakofunakata Sta. JR Tomiura Sta. JR Chikura Sta.
14mins 16mins Approx. 2,080 yen
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K11-16 Minamiboso-shi Roadside Station Rosemary Park K11-17 Minamiboso-shi Roadside Station Wadaura WAO! K11-18 Kamogawa-shi Roadside Station Kamogawa Ocean Park
A unique park with the motif of middle-ages Britain. There are displays A center for whale fishing from long ago, there is an array of food Products from around Kamogawa, including fresh agricultural produce,
on Shakespeare. Also with a market with a line-up of many fresh products made from whale on offer. There is also a restaurant which seafood and craft products are directly sold by the producers. There is
ingredients. serves whale dishes. also dining areas and foot spa, among other attractions.
所 1501 Shirako, 所 243 Nigaura, Wada-cho, 所 22 Emitayuzaki,
Minamiboso Minamiboso Kamogawa
0470-46-2882 0470-47-3100 04-7096-1911
9:00-17:00 9:00-18:00 9:00-18:00
休 Open year-round 休 Irregular holidays (Nov. to Jan. till 17:00)
Available Available 休 Irregular holidays, 2
days per year
Available
Approx. 5mins Approx. Approx. 5mins

JR Minamihara Sta. JR Wadaura Sta. JR Emi Sta.
Approx. 1,360 yen 7mins Approx. 820 yen
K11-19 Ichihara-shi Ichihara Lakeside Museum K11-20 Futtsu-shi Kanaya Art Museum K11-21 Kisarazu Shi Shojo-ji Temple
An art gallery which emphasizes exhibitions of diverse art from both Japan and With 4 regular exhibitions held per year focused on early-modern to A temple which appears in a popular chileren's song about a “tanuki”
overseas. 4 to 5 special exhibitions a year. There are no permanently stationed taxis at comtemporary artworks. The building is constructed using stone taken raccoon dog. There is a memorial mound made in honor of the
Takataki Sta., so advance reservations are recommended. Uruido Taxi 0120-745-811 from the quarry on nearby Mt. Nokogiri. legendary big raccoon dog.
所 75-1 Funyu, Ichihara 所 2146-1 Kanaya, Futtsu 所 2-9-30 Fujimi, Kisarazu
0436-98-1525 0439-69-8111 0438-22-2018
10:00-17:00 10:00-17:00 9:00-16:00
(Sat. 9:30-19:00, Sun. (final admission 16:30) 休 Open year-round
9:30-18:00. Last admission 休 Wed. (holiday in lieu on Free
30mins before closing) day after if public holiday) Available
休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on Depends on exhibition
day after if public holiday) Available
Depends on exhibition
Available
Kominato Railway Approx. 4mins Approx. Approx.

JR Hamakanaya Sta. JR Kisarazu Sta.
Takataki Sta. Approx. 730 yen 5mins 9mins
K11-22 Minamiboso-shi Takabe-jinja Shrine K11-23 Tateyama-shi Gake Kannon Temple K11-24 Tateyama-shi Mantoku-ji Temple
The only shrine in Japan dedicated to the god of cooking, Takabe no A vermillion-lacquered temple dedicated to kannon standing on a cliff. The greatest reclining buddha in the East can be found here as an
Kami. A cutting ceremony in which fish is prepared without directly The figure carved in the natural rock face is an 11-sided kannon approximately 16 meter bronze statue. The way to pay your respects is
handling is offered as a votive. buddha of 1.5m height which deserves a thorough look. with three clockwise circuits of the plinth, followed by touching the soles.
所 164 Minamiasai, 所 835 Funakata, 所 1571 Sunomiya,
Chikura-cho, Minamiboso Tateyama Tateyama
0470-44-5625 0470-27-2247 0470-22-2000
8:00-17:00 8:30 to sundown 9:00-17:00
休 Open year-round 休 Open year-round (winter till 16:00)
Free Free 休 Irregular holidays
Available 500 yen
Approx. 4mins Approx. Approx. 18mins

JR Chikura Sta. JR Nakofunakata Sta. JR Tateyama Sta.
Approx. 820 yen 14mins Approx. 2,800 yen
K11-25 Futtsu-shi Tokyo Bay Ferry Let’s go on a tour of a sake brewery

A ferry which connects Kanaya Port Chiba Prefecture is bountiful with sake rice
to Kurihama Port, which is on the
opposite side across Tokyo Bay, in and waters famed for their suitability to
40 minutes. make sake, with sake having been made
所 4304 Kanaya, Futtsu here since times of yore. There are also sake
0439-69-2111 breweries which maintain entirely traditional
6:20-19:30
休 Open year-round sake brewing methods. In the sake brewery,
One-way 720 yen, return 1,320 yen. there is a facilities tour, sake tasting and sale
Available
of sake, so how about swinging by for a
visit? You can also take a tour which includes
Approx.
the historical buildings of the sake brewery, the sake tanks and wringers. Some of the
JR Hamakanaya Sta. sake available there cannot be bought anywhere else, making it an ideal souvenir.
7mins
Sake brewery
0439-35-3131 8:00-17:00
K11-26 Miyazaki sake brewery (reservations required for tours) (Tours from Jan. to Mar. Till 15:00)
Sat., Sun., public holidays None 1780 Tozaki, Kimitsu
K11-27 Sudo Honke 0439-27-2024 8:30-19:00 Irregular holidays Available 16-10 Aoyagi, Kimitsu
9:00-19:00
K11-28 Tohei sake brewery 0439-27-2043
(No tours available)
Wed. (open if public holiday) None 147 Kururi-ichiba, Kimitsu (direct sales)
0439-27-2069
K11-29 Mori sake brewery (reservations required for tours)
9:00-17:00 Sun., public holidays None 202 Atago, Kimitsu
0439-52-0461
K11-30 Wakura sake brewery (reservations required for tours)
9:00-17:00 Open year-round None 240 Shimoyue, Kimitsu
K11-31 Koizumi sake brewery 0439-68-0100 9:00-17:00 Open year-round Available 423-1 Uego, Futtsu
Takeoka storehouse, 0439-67-0027

K11-32 Wakura sake brewery (reservations required for tours)
9:00-17:00 Sat., Sun., public holidays None 1 Takeoka, Futtsu
T Tokatsu
ROUTE MAP
Tokatsu Area
An area near to Tokyo which developed as a dormitory town for the
city, meaning there is a thorough selection of shopping and dining
options. Transportation networks are also well-developed,
making access convenient wherever your destination.
AREA MAP
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T1 Have action-packed fun in Park ROUTE
Shimizu Park, where you can enjoy flowers of the seasons, starting with the cherry blossoms in spring. In addition to enjoying the scenery there is no shortage of facilities where you can have action-packed fun.
Best season
R O U T E

Sta. Airport
JR Musashino Line Keisei Narita Airport

JR Yamanote Line
For Fuchu-Honmachi Access Express
For Haneda Airport
Ueno Sta. Domestic Terminal
JR Joban Line Shin-Matsudo Shin-Kamagaya

For Toride Sta. Sta.
JR Joban Line Tobu Urban Park Line

For Abiko For Kashiwa
550 yen 550 yen 1,160 yen
Kashiwa Station Start/Goal T1-1 Shimizu Park
Approx. 5hrs 30mins From 2,000 yen

This park opened in 1894. A location famous for cherry
Tobu Urban Park Line For Omiya, blossoms, azaleas and other plants, . Ropes adventure course
approx. 25mins, 310 yen and barbecue facilities are available.
所 906 Shimizu, Noda 04-7125-3030 Free access to park
Shimizu-Koen Sta. (Operating hours vary among pay facillities) 休 Vary among pay facilities
The charges vary among pay facilities (No entrance fee for the park)
Approx. 8mins Available
Shimizu Park
T1-1 Ropes adventure course
BBQ
Flower Fantasia T1-1 Shimizu Park
Approx. 8mins
Shimizu-Koen Sta.
Tobu Urban Park Line express For Omiya,
approx.2mins, 150 yen
Nanakodai Sta.
Approx. 19mins
T1-2 Gensen-Nanakodai Onsen

Approx. 19mins
Nanakodai Sta.
Tobu Urban Park Line For Kashiwa, approx.
26mins, 310 yen
Please wear sneakers if you are going to enjoy the ropes adventure course in the
park. After you have had your fill of activities, enjoy the hot spring experience in a
super public bath. Relax at the relaxation space where you can also dine.
T1-2 Gensen-Nanakodai
Onsen
A hot bath facility with various styles of baths. Also with

health-benefitting facilities such as a medicinal herb sauna.
Meals are also available.
所 4-2 Nanakodai (In Aeon Mall), Noda 04-7127-4126 9:00-next
day 1:00 (Final admission 24:00) 休 Irregular holidays, 3 days per year
620 yen (Sat., Sun., public holidays 720 yen) Available
T1-2 Gensen-Nanakodai
Onsen
Tokatsu Area 53
T2 Learn about Japanese food culture through plant tours and washoku ROUTE
Visit spots to learn about the depth of Japanese food culture in Noda, which has been long known as a manufacturing area for soy sauce.
Best season
R O U T E A museum of a leading manufacturer of

soy sauce in Japan. Learn more about the
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Narita International Airport soy sauce making process. Tastings
possible.
JR Musashino Line Keisei Narita Airport 所 110 Noda, Noda (In the Noda plant of
JR Yamanote Line Access Express
For Fuchu-Honmachi Kikkoman Corporation) 04-7123-5136
For Haneda Airport 9:00-16:00 (Final admission 15:30) 休 Every 4th
Ueno Sta. Domestic Terminal Mon. Free Available
JR Joban Line
Shin-Kamagaya Sta.
For Toride/Narita
Tobu Urban Park
Shin-Matsudo Sta. Line
For Kashiwa
JR Joban Line
For Kashiwa/Abiko
550 yen 550 yen 1,160 yen
Kashiwa Sta. Start/Goal

Tobu
Urban Park Line For Omiya/Nanakodai, approx.
20mins, 250 yen T2-1 Kikkoman So
y Sauce Museum
T2-1 Kikkoman Soy
Noda-shi Sta. Sauce Museum
Approx. 2mins
T2-1 Kikkoman Soy Sauce Museum

Approx. 15mins
The estate of an influential soy sauce
manufacturer of the Edo period. The
T2-2 Takanashi Gardens, Kamihanawa
Institute gardens were registered as a national
natural beauty spot in 2001.
Approx. 18mins 所 507 Kamihanawa, Noda 04-7122-2070
10:00-17:00 (March/Oct.-Dec. till 16:00.
Admission till one hour bef. closing) 休 Mon./
Noda-shi Sta. Tue. (changes in case of public holidays) Tour
courses from 500 yen Available
Tobu Urban Park Line For Funabashi/Kashiwa, approx.
6mins, 170 yen
Unga Sta.
Approx. 6mins
T2-2 Takanashi Gardens/
T2-3 Shinkawa Japanese restaurant
Kamihanawa Institute
Approx. 6mins
Unga Sta.
Tobu
Urban Park Line For Kashiwa, approx. 13mins,
200 yen
Kashiwa Sta.
T2-4 Kashiwa-Nibangai covered

shopping arcade
Sightsee in Noda with its thriving soy sauce industry using Tobu Railway originating
T2-3 Shinkawa
in Kashiwa at the heart of the Hokuso area. At the end of the course return to Japanese restaurant
Kashiwa and enjoy shopping. The area around the station is bustling, and also has
department stores of long-standing.
T2-3 Shinkawa Japanese res

taurant
Traditional Japanese restaurant established in 1892. You

can enjoy authentic washoku Japanese cuisine using high
quality ingredients such as eel and wagyu beef.
所 805 Nishi-Fukai, Nagareyama 04-7152-1008 11:30-16:00,
17:00-22:00 休 Mon. (open if public holiday) Available
One of the most bustling shopping

arcades in the prefecture. The arcade
is covered, meaning you can enjoy
shopping whatever the weather.
T2-4 Kashiwa-Niba
所1 Kashiwa, Kashiwa 04-7167-3131 ngai
Depends on shop Available covered shopping arc
ade
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T3 Encounter Japanese history and culture in elegant Nagareyama ROUTE
Make the rounds of the historical sites in northeastern Chiba. A unique trip during which you can swing by retro western-style restaurants, sake breweries and others on the way.
Best season
R O U T E This is a location where Isami Knodo, a key figure in the Tokugawa

shogunate's armed force during the Boshin War in the closing days of
Tokyo Sta. Kaihin-Makuhari Sta. Narita International Airport the Tokugawa government, stopped to regroup for battle during a flight.
所 2-108 Nagareyama, Nagareyama 04-7168-1047 Freely tour site
JR Musashino Line Keisei Narita Airport
JR Yamanote Line Access Express
For Fuchu-Honmachi
For Haneda Airport
Ueno Sta. Domestic Terminal
JR Joban Line
Shin-Kamagaya Sta.
For Toride/Narita Tobu Urban Park
Shin-Matsudo Sta. Line For Kashiwa
JR Joban Line
Isami
T3-1 Kondo
For Kashiwa/Abiko
e
Memorial Sit
t
Encampmen
550 yen 550 yen 1,160 yen
Kashiwa Sta. Start/Goal

Joban Line/Ryutetsu Railway Nagareyama Line
JR
Nagareyama Sta. T3-2 Sengen-jinja Shrine
Immediately accessible One of many shrines throughout Japan with this name
used for worship of Mt. Fuji. Founded at the beginning
Nagareyama-Honmachi Strolling of the Edo period. There is a mound on the grounds
which recreates Mt. Fuji.
T3-1 Kondo Isami Encampment 所 1-154 Nagareyama, Nagareyama 04-7168-1047

Freely sightsee 休 Open year-round Free
Memorial Site
T3-2 Sengen-jinja Shrine

T3-3 ISSA-SOJU
T3-3 ISSA-SOJU Memorial Hall
Memorial Hall
T3-4 Kaleidoscope Gallery Misegura The old estate and gardens which are relics of
the cit y ar e a mer chant house o f an
T3-5 Chojiya-Sakae, Italian acquaintance of Issa Kobayashi, a prominent

poet of the Edo period who visited it many times.
所 6-670-1 Nagareyama,
Approx. 5mins Nagareyama
04-7150-5750 9:00-17:00
Nagareyama Sta. 休 Mon. (holiday in lieu on day
after if public holiday) 100 yen
Available
Ryutetsu
Railway Nagareyama Line/JR Joban Line/
Tobu Urban Park Line, Approx. 35mins, 570 yen
Unga Sta.
Approx. 16mins
T3-4 Kaleidoscope Gallery Misegura
T3-6 Kubota sake brewery
A gallery of rare kaleidoscopes. A merchant's house built
Approx. 12mins in 1889 and nationally designated as a building of
historical importance.
T3-7 Unga-Mizube Park (Canal

Waterside Park)
所 2-101-1 Nagareyama, Nagareyama
10:00-17:00 休 Mon./Tue. Available
04-7190-5100
Approx. 6mins Brewery for sake established in 1872. They

also brew "mirin", which is cooking sweet
sake. Tours of brewery available.
Unga Sta. 所 685 Yamazaki, Noda 04-7125-3331
T obu Urban Park Line For Kashiwa, approx. 10:00-17:00 (Reservations required for tours)
13mins, 200 yen 休 Sun., public holidays Free
T3-5 Chojiya-Sakae, Italian

Nagareyama, which flourished as a central location for trade from the Edo period
through the Taisei and Showa eras. Walk the town retaining relics and traces from the
era. There is a concentration of noteworthy spots so you can easily sightsee on foot. An Italian restaurant in an old building erected in
1923. Specialties include kiln-fired pizza and
pasta. Originally a split-toed tabi sock shop.
所 Nagareyama 1-5, Nagareyama 04-7192-7953 11:00-14:30,
18:00-20:30 (evening reservation system) 休 Mon.
Available
T3-6 Kubot
a sake brewer
y
A park along the banks of the Tone Canal. You

can enjoy nature's seasonal changes through
walks including cherry blossoms in spring and red
T3-7 Unga Mizube spider lillies in autumn.
Park (Canal Waterside Park) 所 368-1 Higashi fukai, Nagareyama 04-7150-6092
Freely access park 休 Open year-round Free
Tokatsu Area 55
Chiba MUSLIM TOURISM GUIDE
Facility
Food Non- sings/
English ingredients Dedicated Pork-free English Dedicated Vegetarian Halai-
alcohol Floor Muslim Prayer
Name DATA Access menu indicated cutlery for dishes dishes maps
speaking
staff
area for menu certified
Room
available in English halal food available staff salat available meat
available indicated
in English
Restaurant
所 2-3-4Chuo,Kisarazu
AJIDOKORO TAKARAYA 0438-22-3765
5 minutes' walk from JR
(JAPANESE FOOD, 11:30–14:00 (Sun&Holidays:–14:30) /
Kisarazu Sta. West Exit
SEAFOOD) 17:00–22:00 (Sun&Holidays:–21:00)
休 Wed. the 1st & 3rd Available
所 1-12 Sin-machi, Chuo-ku, Chiba

KAPPO SURUGA
043-241-6166 5 minutes' walk from JR
(JAPANESE CUISINE 17:00–22:30 Chiba Sta. East Exit
“kaiseki”) 休 Sun. & Holidays Available
所 SHISUI PREMIUM OUTLETS block1605 2-4-1 Iizumi,

15 minutes by bus from
DASHIDOKORO HAN-NARI Shisui-machi, Inba-gun
JR Shisui Sta. or Narita
(JAPANESE FOOD) 043-308-6535
International Airport
11:00–20:30
所 TERMINAL 2, Main Bidg, 4F in the Narita International

4 minutes' walk from
TENTEI Airport, Narita
Narita Airport Terminal2
(JAPANESE FOOD) 0476-34-6133
Sta.
7:30–21:00
所 TERMINAL 1, Central Bldg, 5F in the Narita International

Homemade Udon Noodles Airport, Narita 3 minutes' walk from
KINEYA MUGIMARU 0476-32-7877 Narita Airport Sta.
7:30–21:00
La Toque 所 TERMINAL 2 4F in the Narita International Airport, Narita 2 minutes' walk from
(CURRY & WESTERN 0476-34-6193 Narita Airport Terminal2
FOOD) 休 7:30–20:30 Sta.
Student cafeteria 15 minutes' walk from

所 1-4-1 Wakaba, Mihama-ku, Chiba JR Keiyo Line Kaihin-
Shokujin 043-273-1318 Makuhari Sta. or Keisei
(Kanda University of Sat.11:00–14:00/17:00–20:00/Sun.11:00–14:00 Electric Railway Makuhari
International Studies) Sta.
所 1-11 Hibino, Mihama-ku, Chiba (2nd floor, Main Building)

HOTEL SPRINGS
043-296-3111 3 minutes' walk from JR
MAKUHARI SUIRAN 11:30–15:00 (Weekends & Holidays 11:00–)/17:30–22:00 Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.
(CHINESE FOOD) (Weekends & Holidays 17:00–)
所 2628-35 Yamazaki, Noda

SHANTI 080-6627-0556
Tobu Urban Park Line
(CURRY & Indian CUISINE ) 11:30–15:00 (only on Fri., Sat., Sun. and
Unga Sta.
holidays)/17:00–23:00
所 409-5 Higashifukai, Nagareyama

Asian kitchen Ini sja 04-7155-2215
Tobu Urban Park Line
(Asian cuisine) 18:00–23:00
Unga Sta.
休 Mon.
所 4-7-10 Gyotokuekimae, Ichikawa

Indian Cuisine YUJIN 047-398-8881
Sabway Tozai Line
(Indian Cuisine) 11:00–15:00/17:00–22:00
Gyotoku Sta.
休 Open year-round
Shopping mall
所 1-1 Toyosuna, Mihama-ku, Chiba
AEON MALL MAKUHARI 043-351-7500 8 minutes' walk from JR
NEW CITY Mall specialty stores 10:00–22:00 Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.
休 Open year-round
所 2-4-1 Iizumi, Shisui-machi, Inba-gun

15 minutes by bus from
043-481-6160
Shisui Premium Outlets 10:00–20:00
JR Shisui Sta. or Narita
International Airport
休 3rd Thu. in February
Hotel
MARROAD 20 minutes by free

所 763-1 Komaino, Narita
INTERNATIONAL HOTEL 0476-30-2222
shuttle bus from Narita
NARITA Airport Terminal2 Sta.
HOTEL SPRINGS 所 1-11 Hibino, Mihama-ku, Chiba 3 minutes' walk from JR

MAKUHARI 043-296-3111 Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.

NARITA AIRPORT REST 所 Narita International Airport, Narita Narita Airport Terminal1
HOUSE 0476-32-1212 Sta. or 5 minutes by free
shuttle bus
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Calender of Chiba
[ Chiba annual events calendar ] [ Flowers of Chiba ]
January
1st Robai Wintersweet (Jan.)
January
Hatsumode New Year shrine visit Mother Farm (→P41)

(Katori-jingu Shrine) Stock (Jan. to Mar.)
Sundays around the 10th of the month Shiramazu Flower Fields (→P47)
Chingara mochi rice
cakes event
February
Plums (from mid-Feb. to mid-Mar.)
February March April
3rd
Naritasan Temple (→P13)
Naritasan Shinshoji Funabashi Andersen Park (→P15)
Temple Setsubun-e
Late Feb. to early Mar. Rape blossoms (March)

Katsuura “Big Hinamatsuri” Mother Farm (→P41)
doll’s festival Tokyo German Village (→P42)
Cherry blossoms (mid-Mar. to late Apr.)
2 days in mid-Apr. Sanyo Media Flower Museum (→P11)
Narita Taiko Naritasan Temple (→P13)
March
Drum Festival Yoshitaka no Ozakura (→P15)
Narita City Sakura no Yama Park (→P25)
Sakura Castle Park (→P22)
May
Lake Hakkaku (→P36)

Shimizu Park (→P53)
3rd to 25th Unga Mizube Park
June
Suigo Sawara (Canal Waterside Park) (→P55)

Ayame Festival
Fri.-Sun. closest to the 7th/8th/9th
Narita Gion Festival Roses (late Apr. to late Jun.)
April
Fri.-Sun. after the 10th

Keisei Rose Garden (→P16)
Sawara Grand Summer Festival (Yasaka Shrine Gion Festival) Tokyo German Village (→P42)
July
Two days in mid-Jul.

Shirahama Ama Festival
Three days in late Jul. Irises (late May to late Jun.)
Mobara Tanabata Festival Suigo Sawara Aquatic
May
Botanical Garden (→P26)

August
Two days after mid-Aug. Sakura Castle Park (→P22)

Oyako-sandai Summer Festival
Hydrangea (early Jun. to mid-Jul.)

June
10th to 13th
Kazusa 12 Shrines Festival/Kazusa Hadaka Festival Hondo-ji Temple (→P14)
September
Funabashi Andersen Park (→P15)

Sat./Sun. before 3rd Mon. of the month
Tsurugayahachimangu Shrine Festival
23rd/24th
July August September October November December
Ohara Hadaka Festival

Late Sep.
Otaki Castle Festival
October
2nd Fri. of the month-Sun.

Sawara Grand Autumn Festival
Mid-Oct.
Narita Fireworks in Inbanuma
2nd Sun.
November
Shibayama Haniwa Festival

Sat./Sun. (irregular) from mid-Nov. to early Apr.
Sakura Jokamachi Kimono Stroll Autumnal foliage (late Nov. to late Dec.)
Late Nov. Mihamaen Japanese Garden (→P11)

Kuroshio-yosakoi Festival
Early Dec. to late Feb.
December
Hondo-ji Temple (→P14)

Poem of the season, Mihamaen Japanese Garden “Matsu no Yukitsuri”
Awamata waterfall
Mid-Dec. to Sat. in mid-Feb.
(Yoro-keikoku) (→P30)
Kisarazu Love Story Winter fireworks in hallowed ground of Lake Kameyama (→P50)
lovers/Nakanoshima Ohashi Bridge
*This is the 2017 schedule. It is subject to change on an annual basis.
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INDEX
Scenery History
Awamata waterfall................................................................................................................................................. 30 Chiba-jinja Shrine......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Byobugaura........................................................................................................................................................................ 26 Chofukuju-ji Temple............................................................................................................................................. 36
Chiba Port Tower.......................................................................................................................................................11 Gake Kannon Temple......................................................................................................................................... 51
Chikyu no Maruku Mieru Oka Ocean View Observatory.............................. 20 Gyogan-ji Temple..................................................................................................................................................... 36
Choshi Electric Railway ................................................................................................................................. 19 Hanko-ji Temple......................................................................................................................................................... 23
Choshi Port Tower................................................................................................................................................... 26 Hondo-ji Temple......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Heisaura Beach............................................................................................................................................................ 50 Iinuma Kannon (Enpuku-ji Temple)............................................................................................... 19
Hojo Beach.......................................................................................................................................................................... 46 Inage-Sengen-jinja Shrine.............................................................................................................................. 9
Iioka Gyobu-misaki (Gyobu Cape) Observatory - Light and Wind........... 23 Ino Tadataka former residence........................................................................................................... 21
I-link Town Observation Deck................................................................................................................... 8 Inubosaki Kannon Mangan-ji Temple........................................................................................ 20
Inage Seaside Park.................................................................................................................................................11 Isumi-jinja Shrine...................................................................................................................................................... 29
Inubosaki Lighthouse.......................................................................................................................................... 20 Jusshu-Ichirandai..................................................................................................................................................... 44
Isumi Railway.................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Kamagaya Great Buddha.............................................................................................................................. 16
Jusshu-Ichirandai..................................................................................................................................................... 44 Kappo Ryokan Tamagawa............................................................................................................................. 8
Katsuura Under Sea Park............................................................................................................................. 31 Kasamori-kannon Temple........................................................................................................................... 36
Kominato Railway........................................................................................................................................29, 30 Katori-jingu Shrine.................................................................................................................................................. 21
Kujukutani Observatory Park.................................................................................................................. 50 Kyu-Hotta-tei (Former Residence of Lord Hotta)..................................................... 13
Lake Hakkaku................................................................................................................................................................ 36 Mantoku-ji Temple................................................................................................................................................. 51
Lake Kameyama........................................................................................................................................................ 50 Matsumushi-dera Temple........................................................................................................................... 15
Mihamaen Japanese Garden...................................................................................................................11 Mt. Nokogiri/Nihon-ji Temple................................................................................................................. 45
Moriya Bathing Beach....................................................................................................................................... 32 Nakayama Hokekyo-ji Temple................................................................................................................. 8
Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway.......................................................................................................................... 44, 45 Namikiri-Fudoin Temple................................................................................................................................. 33
Mt. Nokogiri/Nihon-ji Temple................................................................................................................. 45 Naritasan Shinshoji Temple..........................................................................................................13, 24
Nakanoshima Park................................................................................................................................................. 48 Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Sando............................................................................................... 24
Narita City Sakura no Yama Park.................................................................................................... 25 Sakura Castle Park................................................................................................................................................ 22
Niemonjima Island, a place of scenic beauty................................................................ 50 Samurai Houses..............................................................................................................................................13, 22
Nojimazaki Lighthouse..................................................................................................................................... 50 Sengen-jinja Shrine............................................................................................................................................... 55
Nomizo Waterfall....................................................................................................................................................... 50 Shibayama-niouson, Kannonkyo-ji Temple..................................................................... 26
Okinoshima Island................................................................................................................................................... 46 Shojo-ji Temple............................................................................................................................................................ 51
Port of Chiba Tour Cruise............................................................................................................................. 12 SL (steam locomotive) Exhibition..................................................................................................... 30
Sakura Castle Park................................................................................................................................................ 22 Sogo-reido Temple................................................................................................................................................. 13
Shiramazu Flower Fields............................................................................................................................... 47 Takabe-jinja Shrine............................................................................................................................................... 51
Sunosaki Lighthouse........................................................................................................................................... 50 Tanjo-ji Temple............................................................................................................................................................ 36
Taino-ura inlet............................................................................................................................................................... 36 Tojo-tei Residence.................................................................................................................................................. 14
The Tokawa Townscape............................................................................................................................... 26 Tomisaki-jinja Shrine.......................................................................................................................................... 31
Tokyo Bay Kannon.................................................................................................................................................. 50
Tokyo German Village........................................................................................................................................ 42
Ubara Risokyo scenic hike......................................................................................................................... 36 Culture/Arts
Umihotaru Parking Area................................................................................................................................. 50 Abiko Shirakaba Literary Museum................................................................................................. 15
Unga Mizube Park (Canal Waterside Park)....................................................................... 55 Akinai Trading Archive...................................................................................................................................... 29
Yatsu-higata tidal flat............................................................................................................................................. 9 Chiba City Museum of Art............................................................................................................................... 9
Chiba Museum of Science and Industry................................................................................... 8
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Chiba Prefectural Museum of Art.................................................................................................... 12 Roadside Station Tomiura Biwa Club........................................................................................ 50
Chiba Prefecture Coastal Branch of Natural History Museum and Institute......... 31 Sapporo Chiba Brewery.................................................................................................................................. 10
Ichihara Lakeside Museum....................................................................................................................... 51 Shimizu Park.................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Ino Tadataka Museum...................................................................................................................................... 21 Shirahama Strawberry Picking Center.................................................................................... 47
ISSA-SOJU Memorial Hall............................................................................................................................ 55 Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia.............................................................................................................. 10
Kanaya Art Museum............................................................................................................................................. 51 Takaai Pear Farm..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art........................................................................... 13 Tarzania................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Kondo Isami Encampment Memorial Site........................................................................... 55 Thermes Marins du Pacifique................................................................................................................ 32
Museum of Aeronautical Sciences................................................................................................ 25 Tokun Sake Brewery........................................................................................................................................... 21
National Museum of Japanese History.......................................................................13, 22 Tokyo Bay Ferry.......................................................................................................................................................... 51
Natural History Museum and Institute, Chiba................................................................... 9 Urayasu Mangekyo Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari.............................................................. 10
Otaki Castle Branch, Natural History Museum and Institute, Chiba........ 29 Waterfall hiking course.................................................................................................................................... 30
Takanashi Gardens/Kamihanawa Institute....................................................................... 54 WILD BEACH SEASIDE GLAMPING PARK.............................................................................. 40
Wat Paknam Japan branch temple.............................................................................................. 26 Yagiri no Watashi...................................................................................................................................................... 14
Watanabe Family Residence................................................................................................................... 29
Fun
Activity Chiba Zoological Park............................................................................................................................................ 9
Boat tour of Little Edo Sawara............................................................................................................. 21 Fukuda Denshi Arena (JEF United Ichihara Chiba)................................................ 12
Boso no Mura village........................................................................................................................................... 15 Funabashi Andersen Park............................................................................................................................ 15
Brown’s Field................................................................................................................................................................... 36 Funabashi Arena (Chiba Jets)................................................................................................................ 16
Choshi fishing port 1st wholesale market.......................................................................... 19 Ichihara Elephant Kingdom........................................................................................................................ 50
Choshi Ocean Institute dolphin watching............................................................................ 25 Kamogawa Sea World.......................................................................................................................... 42, 43
Dragon Farm.................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Kashiwa Hitachi Stadium (Kashiwa Reysol).................................................................... 15
Excel Air Helicopter Cruising................................................................................................................... 10 KISARAPIA............................................................................................................................................................................ 40
Futtsu beach coastal shellfish gathering............................................................................. 50 Makuhari Messe..........................................................................................................................................................11
Higeta Soy Sauce Choshi Plant........................................................................................................... 19 Mother Farm..................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Horse Trekking Park Tateyama.......................................................................................................... 46 Narita Yume Bokujo (Dream Dairy Farm)............................................................................ 15
“Ichigo-gari,” Strawberry Picking.................................................................................................... 33 Tokyo Disney Resort®........................................................................................................................................ 10
Ichinomiya Horse Riding Center......................................................................................................... 35 ZOZO Marine Stadium........................................................................................................................................11
Ichinomiya Tourist Strawberry Farm Association................................................... 50
Ichinomiya, Torami, Tsurigasaki Beach................................................................................. 36
Inage Seaside Park.................................................................................................................................................11 Cuisine
Isoyama Strawberry Farm.......................................................................................................................... 26 Banya dining..................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Kaneda beach coastal shellfish gathering......................................................................... 39 Beer restaurant in Kankiku-Meijyo brewery................................................................... 33
Kankiku-Meijyo brewers................................................................................................................................ 33 Brown’s Field................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Kikkoman Soy Sauce Museum............................................................................................................ 54 Chiba Beer Garden...................................................................................................................................................11
Kubota sake brewery......................................................................................................................................... 55 Chiba City Regional Wholesale Market....................................................................................11
Nakazato bathing beach................................................................................................................................ 34 Chojiya-Sakae, Italian........................................................................................................................................ 55
Nashi no Itoen pear farm.............................................................................................................................. 16 Chuka Soba Tomita Ramen...................................................................................................................... 14
Okinoshima Island................................................................................................................................................... 46 Dairen............................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Onjuku-Chuo Bathing Beach................................................................................................................... 36 Dorakuen............................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Paddle Sports Ru-.................................................................................................................................................... 46 Hana Sohonten............................................................................................................................................................. 46
Port of Chiba Tour Cruise............................................................................................................................. 12 Hotel Sennari................................................................................................................................................................... 41
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INDEX
Iinumahonke “Shisui Magariya”........................................................................................................ 13 Kamogawa Grand Hotel.................................................................................................................................. 43
Iioka Shiosai Hotel................................................................................................................................................... 23 Kappo Ryokan Tamagawa............................................................................................................................. 8
Ikesukago................................................................................................................................................................ 42, 43 Manainoyu........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Inage Seaside Park.................................................................................................................................................11 Rakutenchi Hoten no Yu................................................................................................................................. 16
Indian Cuisine Sitar.................................................................................................................................................... 9 Ryugujo Spa & Hotel Mikazuki............................................................................................................. 39
Ishii Japanese Restaurant........................................................................................................................... 31 Shirako New Seaside Hotel....................................................................................................................... 34
Iyashi Meguri-no-Yado Yumemisaki........................................................................................... 47 Spa & Hotel Maihama Eurasia.............................................................................................................. 10
Kaisen-Hamayaki Maruhama seafood..................................................................................... 44 Takimien-goriyaku Wellness Village Onsen..................................................................... 30
Kappo Ryokan Tamagawa............................................................................................................................. 8 Tsukimi (Taiyo no Sato Choshi).......................................................................................................... 20
Kawatoyo Honten..................................................................................................................................................... 24 Urayasu Mangekyo Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari.............................................................. 10
Koisuru-buta Laboratory................................................................................................................................ 26
Kurasho restaurant .............................................................................................................................................. 29
Maiwai ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Shopping
Mother Farm..................................................................................................................................................................... 41 AEON MALL KISARAZU.................................................................................................................................... 48
Narita Yume Bokujo (Dream Dairy Farm)............................................................................ 15 AEON MALL MAKUHARI NEW CITY.................................................................................... 11, 56
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Sando............................................................................................... 24 AEON MALL NARITA.................................................................................................................................13, 24
Nure-senbei rice crackers store........................................................................................................ 20 Asacho....................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Road Station Hota Elementary School..................................................................................... 45 Banya dining..................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki.................................................................................................................... 39 Chiba City Regional Wholesale Market....................................................................................11
SEAGULL KITCHEN.................................................................................................................................................. 12 Chiba Toraya........................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Seimei no Mori Restaurant Boulogne........................................................................................ 35 Choshi Port Tower/Wosse21.................................................................................................................. 26
Shimatake-Suisan................................................................................................................................................... 20 Choshi Select Market......................................................................................................................................... 19
Shinkawa Japanese restaurant.......................................................................................................... 54 Dorakuen............................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Super conveyor belt sushi “Yamato” Kisarazu branch.................................. 48 Hayashida no Osenbei....................................................................................................................................... 24
Takimien-goriyaku Wellness Village Onsen..................................................................... 30 Honcho-dori Shopping Arcade................................................................................................................. 8
The Fish................................................................................................................................................................................... 44 Inage Shopping Arcade....................................................................................................................................... 9
Yoshoku-ya Kwagoe western-style dining........................................................................ 34 Kaleidoscope Gallery Misegura........................................................................................................... 55
Zen-ryori Yarita meal sets.......................................................................................................................... 30 Kashiwa-Nibangai covered shopping arcade................................................................ 54
Katsuura Morning Market............................................................................................................................ 31
Le Patissier Yokoyama, Okubo branch................................................................................... 13
Flowers Makuhari Baytown shopping arcade...........................................................................................11
Keisei Rose Garden................................................................................................................................................ 16 MEGA Don Quijote Narita..................................................................................................................13, 24
Lake Hakkaku................................................................................................................................................................ 36 Meguri no Sato............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Narita City Sakura no Yama Park.................................................................................................... 25 Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu....................................................................................................................... 40
Sanyo Media Flower Museum...............................................................................................................11 Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari.....................................................................................................................11
Shiramazu Flower Fields............................................................................................................................... 47 Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Kashiwanoha............................................................. 14
Suigo Sawara Aquatic Botanical Garden.............................................................................. 26 Mitsui Shopping Park, LaLaport TOKYO-BAY................................................................ 10
Yoshitaka no Ozakura........................................................................................................................................ 15 Nagisa no Eki Tateyama................................................................................................................................ 46
Nagomi-Yoneya Flagship Shop........................................................................................................... 24
Nakayama Shopping Arcade...................................................................................................................... 8
Onsen Nakayama-sando Shopping Arcade................................................................................................ 8
Gensen-Nanakodai Hot Spring............................................................................................................. 53 Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Sando............................................................................................... 24
Iioka Shiosai Hotel................................................................................................................................................... 23 Ohara Fishing Port morning market............................................................................................. 36
Iyashi Meguri-no-Yado Yumemisaki........................................................................................... 47 Road Station Hakko-no-sato Kozaki........................................................................................... 26
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Road Station Hota Elementary School..................................................................................... 45 Takeoka storehouse, Wakura sake brewery................................................................. 51
Road Station Orai Hasunuma................................................................................................................. 26 Takizawa Honten....................................................................................................................................................... 26
Roadside Station Chikura-Sea Breeze Kingdom...................................................... 50 Tohei sake brewery............................................................................................................................................... 51
Roadside Station Kamogawa Ocean Park.......................................................................... 51 Tokun Sake Brewery........................................................................................................................................... 21
Roadside Station Rosemary Park.................................................................................................... 51 Toyonotsuru-shuzo sake brewery.................................................................................................. 36
Roadside Station Tomiura Biwa Club........................................................................................ 50 Wakura sake brewery....................................................................................................................................... 51
Roadside Station Wadaura WAO!.................................................................................................... 51 Yoshino-shuzo sake brewery................................................................................................................. 36
Shisui Premium Outlets.......................................................................................................................13, 56
Shunsai, Shiosai market................................................................................................................................ 43
The Fish................................................................................................................................................................................... 44 Muslim
Tsuchiya, Shinmachi Store........................................................................................................................ 29 AEON MALL MAKUHARI NEW CITY.................................................................................... 11, 56
Umihotaru Parking Area................................................................................................................................. 50 AJIDOKORO TAKARAYA.................................................................................................................................. 56
Wakaeikai................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Asian kitchen Ini sja.............................................................................................................................................. 56
DASHIDOKORO HAN-NARI........................................................................................................................... 56
Homemade Udon Noodles KINEYA MUGIMARU......................................................... 56
Japan Heritage HOTEL SPRINGS MAKUHARI.................................................................................................................... 56
Byobugaura........................................................................................................................................................................ 26 HOTEL SPRINGS MAKUHARI SUIRAN......................................................................................... 56
Ino Tadataka former residence........................................................................................................... 21 Indian Cuisine YUJIN............................................................................................................................................ 56
Katori-jingu Shrine.................................................................................................................................................. 21 KAPPO SURUGA........................................................................................................................................................... 56
Kyu-Hotta-tei (old Hotta residence).............................................................................................. 13 La Toque................................................................................................................................................................................ 56
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple...................................................................................................................... 24 MARROAD INTERNATIONAL HOTEL NARITA................................................................... 56
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple Sando............................................................................................... 24 NARITAAIRPORT REST HOUSE............................................................................................................. 56
Sakura Castle Park................................................................................................................................................ 22 SHANTI...................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Samurai Houses..............................................................................................................................................13, 22 Shisui Premium Outlets.......................................................................................................................13, 56
Sogo-reido Temple................................................................................................................................................. 13 Student cafeteria Shokujin......................................................................................................................... 56
The Tokawa Townscape............................................................................................................................... 26 TENTEI....................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Sake brewery
Azumanada-jouzo sake brewery...................................................................................................... 36
Baba-honten sake................................................................................................................................................... 26
Iida-Honke............................................................................................................................................................................ 26
Iinuma-honke sake................................................................................................................................................ 26
Inahana-syuzou sake brewery............................................................................................................. 36
Ishigami sake brewery..................................................................................................................................... 26
Kankiku-Meijyo brewers................................................................................................................................ 33
Kidoizumi-shuzo sake brewery........................................................................................................... 36
Koizumi sake brewery....................................................................................................................................... 51
Kubota sake brewery......................................................................................................................................... 55
Miyazaki sake brewery.................................................................................................................................... 51
Mori sake brewery.................................................................................................................................................. 51
Moriya sake brewery.......................................................................................................................................... 26
Nabeya-gengoemon............................................................................................................................................. 26
Sudo Honke....................................................................................................................................................................... 51
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Perfect Guide

Here you are sure to encounter the Japan of your dreams.

History Social Media

Cuisine Scenery Onsen

Bathing Facility Etiquette

Scenery Flowers Activity Cuisine Shopping

N1 Travel to a castle town on two local trains ROUTE

Nakaboso/Kujukuri Area P.28−

Departure point Destination Operating hours Charge

Departure point Destination Operating hours Charge

A Narita International Airport Approx. 40mins 900 yen

B Shisui Premium Outlets Approx. 40mins 800 yen

Departure point Destination Operating hours Charge

A Tokyo Sta. (JR Bus) Approx. 1hr 17mins 1,000 yen

B Tokyo Sta. (Keisei Bus) Approx. 1hr 17mins 1,000 yen

Terminal 2 International Arrival Lobby (1F)

The largest scale convention center in Japan

B8 AEON MALL B9 Mitsui Outlet Park B11 ZOZO Marine

B12 Makuhari Baytown B13 Mihamaen

(P.11) shopping arcade (P.11) Japanese Garden

For more details

Make the best of any time available to take

Also recommended Narita International Airport Regular Tourist Bus

Inquiries: JR Bus Kanto Kanto East Branch 0479-76-3760 (9:00–17:00)

Base town guide 7

A1 I-link Town Observation Deck A2 Chiba Museum of Science

A13 Chiba City Museum of Art Natural History Museum and

A16 Chiba Zoological Park

Chiba Urban Monorail Immediately

B4 Urayasu Mangekyo Oedo-

B10 Makuhari Messe B11 ZOZO Marine Stadium B12 Makuhari

B16 Sanyo Media Flower Museum B17 Chiba Port Tower

B21 Fukuda Denshi Arena

C Narita Airport Keisei Tsudanuma

D Narita Airport Chiba

C4 Samurai Houses C5 Sogo-reido Temple C6 Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

C7 AEON MALL NARITA C8 MEGA Don Quijote Narita D1 Dragon Farm

Kawamura Memorial DIC

F Takasago Narita Airport

E1 Yagiri no Watashi E2 Tojo-tei Residence E3 Takaai Pear Farm

E4 Chuka Soba Tomita Ramen E5 Hondo-ji Temple E6 Mitsui Shopping Park

JR Matsudo Sta. Approx. JR Kita-Kogane Sta. Approx. Tsukaba Express Immediately

E10 Narita Yume Bokujo

F1 Funabashi Andersen Park F2 Manainoyu F3 Matsumushi-dera Temple

G Nishi-Funabashi Toyo-Katsutadai Toyo Rapid Railway

Shintsudanuma Matsudo Shin-Keisei Line

JR Funabashihoten Sta. Approx.

G5 Kamagaya Great Buddha

所 1-5 Kamagaya, Kamagaya

Shin-Keisei Electric Railway Approx.

Temples and Shrines Edition This is Chiba

I wonder what I should have?

You can’t take pictures of the real thing,

[ Photo Fact ] Isn’t it just

TERRMINAL STATION MAP

JR Choshi Sta. Keise Sakura Sta. JR Yokaichiba Sta.

Narita Sta. JR Sakura Sta.

R O U T E A local train running through an idyllic rural area.

Keisei Expressway Bus Chiba Sta.

Choshi Sta. Start/Goal

Approx. 5hrs 30mins Approx. 1,500 yen

Choshi fishing port 1st

H1-6 Choshi Select Market

Legand has it that this is a temple founded to

pprox. 13mins by Sawara loop bus, 300 yen