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Omikawa-tei | Traditional Countryside Lodging near Narita Airport
Narita International Airport serves as the arrival point for most overseas visitors to Tokyo, but it’s... (Read more)
Sakura Furusato Square: Flower And Fireworks Viewing Guide
Sakura Furusato Square draws visitors throughout the year with its stunning flower displays, all of wh... (Read more)
Malibu Point | Surf, SUP, or Simply Savor the Japanese Seaside
Travelers to Japan tend to spend most of their time in the major cities, but we’d argue you’re more li... (Read more)
A Shopper’s Paradise Just Beyond Tokyo | A Guide to Chiba’s 6 Premier Shopping Centers
People travel from all over the world to shop in Tokyo, but savvy shoppers will tell you that if you t... (Read more)
KURKKU FIELDS | A Vanguard of Sustainable Living
Just about 90 minutes from central Tokyo is a place known as Kurkku Fields where we can get in touch w... (Read more)
Kamogawakan | A Hot Spring Hotel and Oceanside Escape
Exploring beyond Tokyo and staying at a local hot spring hotel will help you discover deeper and more ... (Read more)
3 Places to Enjoy Fall Foliage: Late November & Early December, 2024
The height of the fall foliage season varies by region in Japan, and Chiba offers one of the last chan... (Read more)
Experiencing a festival like the locals
I had the opportunity to partake in the Sawara Grand Festival. The festival has a history of over 300 ... (Read more)
Sawara Grand Festival
Sawara has been given the name “Edo-Masari” meaning superior to Edo, the former name of Tokyo. The loc... (Read more)
Keisei Rose Garden | A Bountiful Bloom of Beauty
Every year in the spring and fall, the Keisei Rose Garden in Chiba’s Yachiyo City comes to life with a... (Read more)
edén | Relax and dine in a local slice of paradise
If you’re looking to discover the true character of Japan, it helps to understand that much of t... (Read more)
What to do around Narita Airport | Visit Chiba Guide
Even if you’re a first-time visitor to Japan, you can plan your travel itinerary like a pro by doing a... (Read more)
Chiba City | Explore the local gems of urban Chiba
Chiba’s coastlines and countryside beckon most weekend vacationers from neighboring Tokyo, but the urb... (Read more)
Mt. Nokogiri | A High-rising Spiritual Journey
Just across the bay from Tokyo, you’ll find a mountain ridge with a peculiar shape. It looks to ... (Read more)
Sakura Mushroom Farm | Mushroom harvesting and barbecue
A very popular activity in the agricultural regions of Japan is picking your own fruits at local orcha... (Read more)
Country Farm Ponpoko Village: Come pick and eat organic veggies
Ponpoko Village (Ponpoko Mura in Japanese) is nestled in the sprawling farmlands of Kisarazu City in C... (Read more)
Recommended Hiking Trails in Chiba
If you’re looking to spend some time immersed in nature during your next trip to Tokyo, look no furthe... (Read more)
Boso no Mura | Travel to a day in the life of Japan’s past
Tourist locations often lean heavily on Japan’s “warrior” and “artistic”... (Read more)
Lake Kameyama Adventure: A casual trip to walk, boat, and admire nature
A lesser-known destination, but a fun place for casual freshwater activities, views of seasonal colors... (Read more)
Myo-on-in Temple, a modest temple with much to teach
In the forested hills beneath Tateyama Castle sits a Buddhist temple comfortably nestled in a quiet su... (Read more)
Boso Adventure Tours
Although northwestern Chiba shares a border with Tokyo, the southern end of the prefecture sits a worl... (Read more)
Country Farm Tokyo German Village: a park with fun-filled exploration for all ages
This leisure and amusement park spans over a huge area of rolling hills located just about a 30-minute... (Read more) The illuminations aren’t the only colorful display to be found here. Throughout much of the year... (Read more)
Kominato and Isumi Railways | A train journey through the Chiba countryside
A trip of discovery for those both new and familiar with Chiba, the Kominato Railway and Isumi Railway... (Read more)
Kawanoya: A quiet river retreat in an expansive valley
The Yoro Valley has Yado inns scattered along its river network, located between Yorokeikoku Station, ... (Read more)
Yoro Valley: Come explore the reaches of central Chiba
Japan’s mountains attract adventurers from all over, but let’s not forget that along with ... (Read more)
Mt. Nokogiri: Hiking Trail Guide
The coastal views and historic sites at Mt. Nokogiri (also called Nokogiriyama) make it one of the mos... (Read more)
Explore the Local Side of Kanaya on Your Mt. Nokogiri Trip
This is the Visit Chiba guide to the charming port district of Kanaya, which is found at the base of C... (Read more)
Matsudo City: Sample Day Trip Itinerary
Matsudo City is located right along Chiba’s border with Tokyo, making it a great day trip destin... (Read more)
Funabashi H.C. Andersen Park: A Flowery Tribute
In 2015, Trip Advisor rated Funabashi H.C. Andersen Park as the third most popular theme park in Japan... (Read more)
Sawara: Riverside Timeslip
Located just 30 minutes from Narita International Airport, Sawara is a quaint town which has retained ... (Read more)
Chiba’s Bamboo Forest | Hiyodori-zaka Slope and Old Samurai Residences
Hiyodori-zaka Slope and the nearby Old Samurai Residences, located in Chiba’s Sakura City, provi... (Read more)
Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple: Convenient Serenity Near Narita Airport
You can find Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple just 8.5 kilometers from Narita Airport, an accessible destin... (Read more)
Guide to Historic Narita, a Quick Train Ride from Narita Airport
The historic district of Narita is located under a ten-minute train ride from Narita International Air... (Read more)
