2025 Chiba Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

#MusicFestival #Tokyo #Chiba #summertravel #100 ways to travel Summer Sonic One of the largest music festivals in Japan Strong program lineup and convenient transportation Known as the most suitable music festival for novices to pursue overseas stars The performance lineup is mainly composed of well-known European and American artists, interspersed with big-name Japanese or Korean artists. Only here can you see the spectacle of the Mr.Children Gang’s grand finale to warm up the show. The headliners for 2023 are blur, Kendrick Lama & Liam (brother of Oasis), and the first show on the main stage is NewJeans!! (Oh my God, it smells so good) The Tokyo venue is at Seaside Makuhari Station (the same station as the Mitsui outlet, so supply is convenient). It can be reached on foot in ten minutes after exiting the station. The transportation is much more convenient than Fuji Rock. In terms of accommodation, you can stay at the Keiyo Line Extension Station, or you can stay in the center of Tokyo or just come to the venue for about an hour. When the venue is over, there are so many people heading towards Tokyo that it is often difficult to get on the train, so it is easier to go towards Soga. If you have enough budget and plan ahead, just stay nearby!! Seaside Makuhari Station is usually the venue for various large-scale exhibitions. There are many businesses and star-rated hotels in the surrounding area, but it is usually almost fully booked half a year before Summer Sonic. The venue is very large. The main stage is at the Marine Stage in Chiba Lode Marine. There will also be 3 stages in the indoor venue and 1 beach stage. All types of listeners can find the most suitable way to participate. You can lie down and stay on your favorite stage all day, or you can be a time management master and travel between stages. There is a shuttle bus between the main stage and the indoor area, but when there are many people, it may take more than half an hour to move between stages. Don't make the queue too full and the performances on both stages will be in vain~~ A little tip for laymen: If you want to get a good seat in the grandstand area of ​​the main stage to watch the Headliner, you can go and book a seat in the afternoon. Remember to sit on the right-hand side facing the stage. The stage is generally facing south and north. The right-hand side of the stage is on the west side so that you will not be directly hit by the setting sun. You will be exposed to the sun before you can wait till night~~ That’s about it, let’s experience the rest for ourselves

* The closest station to Marine Stadium, home of the Chiba Lotte Marines, is the South and North Exit Plazas of JR Kaihin Makuhari Station. From Friday, November 11, 2022 to Tuesday, January 31, 2023, the illuminations will be lit up as "Makuhari Illumination" and it's very sparkly😊 #KaihinMakuhari #Illumination #MakuhariIllumination #ChibaTrip #ChibaTourism

A hotel with amazing free services "Hiyori Hotel Maihama" This is the hotel with the best value for money in the Disney area☺️ The price is reasonable, but the service is amazing!! Even if you come back exhausted from Disney, you will be soothed by the safe service✨ Of course, you can just stay at the hotel👌 Since it is a baby-welcoming inn, there are plenty of rental items for children! There is also a free shuttle to Maihama Station, but reservations are required depending on the date, so please check the official website in advance before using it😊 🐭Hiyori Hotel Maihama @maihama.hiyori 2-25-8 Higashino, Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture, 279-0042 #ThemePark #Disney #PlayingToTheFullestAtThemePark

Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, has a retro streetscape along the river! There are various restaurants along the river, this time I went to "Wordsworth"! There are many kinds of pasta, pizza, salads, soups, a lot of delicious dishes!! I had "Spaghetti Gratin Tyrolean Style". There was a soft-boiled egg hidden under the cheese! It was very delicious◎ #ChibaGourmet #ChibaPrefecture #Sawara #RetroStreetStreet #Gourmet #GourmetTrip #Lunch

Introducing Sawara, a small Edo water town in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture! Sawara flourished as a transit point on the Tone River, and even today, the old streets along the river are filled with Edo atmosphere. It's about an hour and a half by car from the city center! It's the perfect place for a day trip or a weekend getaway! There are restaurants and shops along the river, and you can take a boat ride along the river. Katori Shrine is also nearby, so you can visit both! #retrotownscape #chiba #chibaprefecture #chibatrip #tourism #touristspots #greatviews

Located on the Boso Peninsula and selected as one of Japan's 100 Low Mountains, Mt. Nokogiri has been actively quarried since the Edo period as a source of high-quality stone. As a result, the exposed rock surface looks like a saw, which is why it is called that. In addition to the many hiking trails, the mountain also has a ropeway, making it a major tourist destination on the Boso Peninsula. 😋 The best part of this mountain is being able to witness the skills of the stonecutters of the time, and you'll be overwhelmed by the traces of the cut rocks that are up to 80 meters high. The view from the summit is amazing, and if you're lucky, you can even see Mt. Fuji! The most famous of these is the "Peek into Hell," and it's no exaggeration to say that I went there just to see this lol There are many other tourist spots, and it was a mountain full of charm. ⛰ Of all the mountains I've been to, this is by far the place I would recommend. #JapanGenkiProject2021 #SummerShortTrip #SecretSummerResort #BreathtakingView

A school where you can stay with your friends, Chonan Nishi Elementary School, is an abandoned school in Chonan Town, Chiba Prefecture 🏫 A large field where sports days can be held, and accommodation rooms that were renovated from former classrooms! There is also a nostalgic library, music room, kitchen, and gymnasium! You're sure to have a good time reminiscing about those old days!! It is only available to one group per day, so you can enjoy the large school building all to yourself! Up to 84 people can use it! There is also a stylish cafe attached ☕️ #Chiba #AbandonedSchool #SpringEnjoyingTrip #TrainingCamp #ChonanTown

The streets of Sawara in Chiba Prefecture Full of historical atmosphere. Take a boat ride, learn about the history of Sawara from a guide, and eat sweet red bean soup at a long-established restaurant. Perfect for sightseeing!! As expected, Sawara is amazing. #Historic sites that make you feel the history

There is a Hawaiian restaurant on the 2nd floor of Ikspiari, at the foot of Disney Resort 🏝️ The main store is in Hawaii, and it is a famous restaurant that has won the gold award of the "Hale Aina Award Best Breakfast Award" for 11 consecutive years from 2013 to 2024! I went there for lunch, but the size is too big for breakfast, and if you are not careful, you will get full if you eat fruit or pancakes 😋 (I had pancakes and an acai bowl, but for most people, one of them is enough...!) Price: Each dish is about 2000 to 3000 yen! How to get there: As soon as you enter Ikspiari from Maihama Station, take the stairs or elevator in front of McDonald's to the 2nd floor 🛗 Address: 1-4 Maihama, Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture, Ikspiari 2F Traders Passage #Spring0yentrip #CafeKaila #Ikspiari #MaihamaCafe #HawaiianCuisine

Tokyo Disneyland A theme park with over 40 years of history that continues to evolve even now🏰 I've been going there since I was a child, and it's always fun no matter how many times I go!! 🙌 Here are some tips for first-time visitors that you should know🙋 1. Aim for the off-season The off-season is summer☀️ and winter❄️ However, I think there are many people who want to enjoy seasonal events, so if you're taking a vacation, I recommend a weekday, Wednesday! 2. If possible, stay from before the park opens until just before closing It's well-known that the waiting times for attractions are short right after the park opens, but in fact, the waiting times are often short just before closing👍 3. Don't forget to get a pass🎫 In particular, remember to get a Priority Pass, which you can get for free, and get it as soon as you enter the park! The signal may be better if you are a little further away from the crowded gates 📱📶 4. Make reservations or order from your mobile phone If you can make reservations at a restaurant, make reservations one month before you enter, and if they have mobile ordering, use the app at the time to specify the time on your mobile order 🕒 This alone will make it much easier to get around! #Spring0yentrip #TokyoDisneyland #TokyoDisneyResort #UrayasuCity #ChibaPrefecture

I spent a day at Tokyo DisneySea, the ocean of adventure and imagination 🌊🌍 The Fantasy Springs area, which was newly opened last year, was previously only available to those who had a standby pass or DPA, but from April 1, 2025, you can now line up without a pass 🙌 My top recommendation is: ・Attraction: Anna and Elsa's Frozen Journey❄️ ・Show: Believe! ~Sea of ​​Dreams~🎆 Both can only be experienced here, so be sure to check them out at least once! 👀 #Spring0yentrip #TokyoDisneySea #TokyoDisneyResort #UrayasuCity #ChibaPrefecture

At Owashi Shrine in Inzai City, Chiba Prefecture, you can see the largest phallic god in Japan! 👀 When you climb the stairs to the shrine, you will first see Tamoyu Daimyojin, which enshrines a giant phallic statue, at the front of the shrine grounds. This god is said to grant blessings such as bountiful harvests, matchmaking, fertility, safe childbirth, and marital harmony. You can get two types of goshuin stamps: "Owashi Shrine" and "Tamoyu Shrine"! If you enjoy collecting goshuin stamps, be sure to stop by. Address: 3620 Yasujiki, Sakaemachi, Inba-gun, Chiba Prefecture #Spring0yenTrip #ChibaPrefecture #InzaiCity #OwashiShrine #TamoyuDaimyojin

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During our trip to Chiba, Tokyo, we stayed at a very cheap hotel. Not only was the location convenient and the weather comfortable, but we also received the warmest hospitality from our family, which really made our trip comfortable and enjoyable. Whether we were shopping or taking photos, we had a very relaxing and comfortable vacation. Even though my mom was in a wheelchair, we didn’t feel any inconvenience. It was a really great experience!

#cherryblossom25 🌸Coming This February: The early-blooming Kawazu Cherry Blossoms of Chiba! You may have recently seen the sakura forecasts which predict March as the best time to see cherry blossoms around Tokyo. What you won’t see in those official predictions though are the peaks of early-blooming varieties of sakura, including the bright pink Kawazu cherry blossoms of Chiba. Kawazu cherry trees can be found in various local parks throughout the prefecture, but if you want to enjoy seeing hundreds of them all at once, then you’ll want to come to Sakuma Dam Shinsui Park in the hills of southern Chiba. The Kawazu cherry trees at Sakuma Dam Shinsui Park are known locally as “Yoritomo Sakura,” and a month-long festival takes place during their bloom; scheduled for February 10 – March 10. If you’re planning to visit, we recommend coming by car, but if the train is your only option, Sakuma Dam Shinsui Park is about a 15-minute taxi ride from JR Hota Station. If you just can’t take any more of winter, or the crowds of Tokyo (or both), head on over to Chiba and get an early start on spring! #VisitChiba

10 minutes walk from Narita Airport (visible from the airport) 3-star hotel, friendly and clean Above all, it is close to the airport and easy to get around with the shuttle service There are many shuttles that go to Terminal 2, but there are no restaurants or major attractions nearby Still, the advantages cover the disadvantages

I would like to introduce the airport lounge "I.A.S.S SUPERIOR LOUNGE Kiwa -NOA-" that I often use when departing from Narita International Airport Terminal 1. I like the Japanese style, and the interior is designed to allow you to enjoy Japan until the very end! This lounge also serves food and alcohol. You can order food at the counter and take snacks freely in buffet style! When traveling short distances or using LCC, there is no in-flight meal, so I always eat at this lounge before going. 🛫Spot name: I.A.S.S SUPERIOR LOUNGE Kiwa -NOA- 📍Location: Narita International Airport Terminal 1, Central Building 3F ※After security check (international flights) 🕰️Business hours: 7:30-21:00 (last reception time 20:40) 💳Affiliated cards: ※Please check the official website. #Airport #Airport lounge #Spring 0 yen trip

#celebrateit If you’re looking for a relaxing café with a stylish yet cozy atmosphere, iijima Coffee in Hanamigawa, Chiba is a great choice. The interior is warm and welcoming, making it the perfect spot to unwind with a good drink and dessert. I ordered their Gateau Chocolat and a cup of tea, and both were fantastic! The cake was rich, moist, and packed with deep chocolate flavor, while the tea was fragrant and soothing—a perfect pairing. This café is ideal for anyone who loves a quiet and refined coffee shop experience. Why I Recommend iijima Coffee: ✔ Cozy and stylish ambiance – A perfect place to relax, whether you’re alone or with friends. ✔ Delicious desserts and drinks – The Gateau Chocolat is a must-try for chocolate lovers! 📍 1617-7 Kashiwaicho, Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba, Japan #Chiba #Japan #Café #iijimaCoffee

#0yentripFebruary2025 🕰️Business hours: 17:00-00:00 🏖️Atmosphere/facilities: ⭕️ 📍Address: 2-5-1 Hiyoshidai, Tomisato City, Chiba Prefecture, 286-0201 💰Price per person: 1000-2000 yen 💞Reasons for recommendation: Satisfied with everything. After all, you want to spend a certain amount on delicious food, but it's not ridiculously expensive. I'm so happy to find an izakaya like this. Boiled vegetables, sashimi, shamo chicken hotpot, and then rice porridge - everything is delicious ~😋 Recommended.

#0yentravelFebruary2025 🕰️Business hours: 0845-1630 🏖️Atmosphere/facilities: ⭕️ 📍Address: 371 Makino, Shibayama-cho, Sanbu-gun, Chiba 289-1621 💰Price per person: up to 1000 yen 💞Reason for recommendation: I've known about it for a while but I've never been able to go, so I decided to go😁 It's a small cream puff, so it's easy to eat. And the price is easy on the wallet. The sweetness of the cream overflowing from the soft skin was exquisite. It's been a while since I've had Hirota's cream puffs. It's easy to buy and good for munching on✨

While driving along Prefectural Route 81, the red Nijūbashi Bridge (Kannonbashi Bridge) caught my eye! Wondering what it was, I parked my car and crossed the bridge, where I discovered a temple called Shusse Kannon Yoroyama Rikkokuji! I entered through the entrance with the thought of just stopping by for a bit, but that was a foolish idea lol. There were steep slopes, stairs, and dimly lit tunnels, and I wondered where I was heading!! (It felt like an adventure, and I was excited!) It's quite a hidden spot, so it's a great place to stop by on a drive or short trip. I recommend wearing sneakers!! 🛕Spot name: Shusse Kannon Yorosan Rikkokuji 📍Location: 401 Tomen, Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 9:00-17:00 🚘Access: Car▶︎About 30 minutes from Kisarazu East IC on the Aqualine Train▶︎20 minutes on foot from Yoro Valley Station #Temple #Domestic travel #Drive #Chiba sightseeing #Tourism #0 yen trip February 2025

Located in Choshi, Chiba, Inubosaki is an interesting place that juts out into the Pacific Ocean. Inubosaki is also home to the Inubosaki Lighthouse, a representative lighthouse in Japanese history that has been selected as one of the 100 best lighthouses in the world! This lighthouse has been in operation for over 150 years since it was first lit in 1874, and is also designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. To access the exhibition area adjacent to the lighthouse, You can purchase tickets from the window to the left of the entrance 🎟️ It is a popular tourist spot for driving and touring ♪ 🛟 Spot name: Inubosaki (Inubosaki Lighthouse) 📍 Location: 9576 Inubosaki, Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture 🕰️ Business hours: 8:30-17:30 No fixed holidays *May vary depending on the season 🚉 Access: Train ▶︎ About 10 minutes walk from Inubo Station Bus ▶︎ Take the express bus from Tokyo Station. Get off at Inubosaki and walk for about 5 minutes 💰 Admission fee: Junior high school students and above ▶︎ 300 yen Elementary school students and younger, people with disabilities (up to one caregiver) ▶︎ Free #Drive trip #Spectacular view #Spectacular view spot #Chiba sightseeing #0 yen trip February 2025

#celebrateit I visited IIJIMA COFFEE, a popular café in Chiba, and had a wonderful time! This cozy café is known for its handmade sweets, and I couldn’t resist trying their seasonal strawberry shortcake along with a cup of coffee. The shortcake was absolutely delicious—the cream was so milky and smooth, perfectly complementing the fresh strawberries. The coffee was also rich and flavorful, making it an ideal pairing. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great spot to relax. If you're in Chiba and looking for a café with great coffee and amazing homemade sweets, IIJIMA COFFEE is a must-visit! Why I recommend this place: Delicious handmade sweets – Fresh, seasonal treats that taste amazing. Cozy atmosphere – A perfect place to relax and enjoy coffee. 📍 Address: 1617-7 Kashiwaicho, Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba, 262-0041 #Chiba #Japan #Cafe #IIJIMACoffee #CoffeeLover

#Drive #Touring We will introduce the Meiji Centennial Memorial Observation Tower, a spectacular spot with a panoramic view of Tokyo Bay, located at the very tip of Cape Futtsu in Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture! It doesn't take long to get to the top◎ The view from the observation deck was spectacular, and the weather was good, so the color of the sea was clear and beautiful🌊 Please stop by as a rest stop during your drive or touring♪ ⚓️Spot name: Meiji Centennial Memorial Observation Tower 📍Location: 2280 Futtsu, Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture 🕰️Opening hours: Open 24 hours 💰Admission fee: None 🅿️Parking: Private parking available 🚘Access: ※See official website 《Car》 From Kisarazu Minami IC on the Tateyama Expressway, go straight on National Route 16, Take Prefectural Route 255 towards the tip of the cape for about 20 minutes 《Train》 Get off at the last stop of the bus bound for Futtsu Park from "Aohori Station" From there, walk for about 20 minutes #ChibaTourism #Chiba #Futtsu #HotSpots #0YenTravelFebruary2025

29BAL, also known as Kisarazu Nikubaru, is a stylish meat-focused restaurant located in Kisarazu, Chiba Prefecture. The interior features chandeliers and a clean design with dark brown and white tones, creating a comfortable atmosphere suitable for company gatherings, girls’ nights out, or romantic dinners.  The restaurant offers a variety of courses, including a 6,600 yen course with iron-grilled steak, an 8,800 yen course featuring domestic beef ribeye steak and meat sushi, and an 11,000 yen course showcasing their signature meat platter. For special occasions, they provide a limited daily “Rossini” dish, combining selected beef fillet and foie gras.  Lunch courses are also available, perfect for celebrations, dates, or a relaxing break. The restaurant can accommodate private parties for groups ranging from 40 to 70 guests.  📍3-1-27 Bunkyo, Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture 🚉Approximately a 16-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Kisarazu Station 🚗15 dedicated free parking spaces available For reservations and more information, please visit their official website.  #celebrateit

📍Kujukurihama Beach, Chiba Prefecture Tsurigasaki Beach, the 2020 Olympic venue It is considered a mecca for surfers, and you can see surfers even in the winter sea🏄 Nearby, there is a commemorative monument in the shape of a surfboard, and you can see the autographs of athletes representing each country. A rare photo spot📸 There are stylish cafes along the coast, and it has a resort atmosphere🏝️ Take a drive to relax. ⚫︎Access Car: About 2 hours from the city center _ _ _ _ _ Plan your next trip🔖 #Chiba #ChibaTourism #DomesticTravel #FreeHotelStay

#Seasonal places in Japan #Amazing views Is this really Chiba?! A mystical view that will make you doubt your eyes. Introducing the Torozaka Daishi cut-through tunnel in Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture✨ When I was hooked on driving, I happened to stop by this spot in Chiba☀️There are many people touring there, and it seems to be a famous spot that only those in the know know about! On a clear day, if you go when the sun is rising (1pm-3pm), you can see a mystical view! I went there without any particular idea, so I was lucky to see it by chance♪ 🏔️Spot name: Torozaka Daishi Kiritoshi Tunnel 🕰️Business hours: Open all year round 📍Location: Hagiyu 8-2, Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture 🚘Access: 《Car》From Futtsu Takeoka IC, take National Route 127 towards Tateyama There is a red gate (entrance) on National Route 127 ※There is a parking lot on the right side of the red gate (for 5-6 regular cars) 《Train》About a 20-minute walk from JR Uchibo Line Takeoka Station 《Bus》Get off at "Daishiguchi" 🌟Recommended spots nearby: ・Tozenji Torozaka Daishi Hall It is located after passing through the Kiritoshi Tunnel. It is difficult to climb the stairs, but the view is very nice. The approach to the shrine has both a male and female slope, which are worth seeing◎ ・Inari Shrine A small shrine located further back than Tozenji Temple. It is a quieter and more auspicious space. If you have time, please visit here as well◎ #Domestic travel #Chiba sightseeing #Driving #Scenic spots

#0yentravelJanuary2025 🔥Recommended points A local train that runs through Chiba Prefecture, where you can enjoy a trip with a Showa-era feel. The beautiful rural landscape and seasonal scenery are attractive. 📝Travel record The train runs slowly while leisurely watching the rural landscape from the window. It was a quirky local line! The regulars explained a lot to me on the train lol The people were more unique and interesting than the train 😂 -------------------------------------------- 🚇Kominato Railway