Spring Destinations

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)

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)

Where to Enjoy Flower Blooms After Cherry Blossom Season

The cherry blossom season is symbolic of Japanese springtime beauty, but in our changing world, it can... (Read more)

Nanabatake Road | Welcome Spring with a Field of Yellow in Chiba

Cherry blossoms get a lot of attention for their short-lived bloom and eye-catching color, but there 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)

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)

Local Parks for Cherry Blossom Viewing

Every spring, people gather in parks across Japan as the sakura, cherry trees, burst into pink and whi... (Read more)

The treasured Kawazu-zakura trees lead the bloom in early Spring

The cherry blossom bloom is one of the most celebrated times of the year in Japan, and it starts earli... (Read more)

Unique Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots

The beauty of sakura, cherry blossoms, is enhanced by the fleetingness of their blooms; usually just a... (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)

Japanese Gardens: Where Culture and Nature Come Together

Japanese gardens have long been revered as places to find peace and serenity in nature. A visit to one... (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)

Seasonal blooms at iconic “Flower Temples” in Chiba

Famous temples known affectionately as “flower temples” can be found throughout Chiba Prefecture... (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)

Ayame Park: The World of Water Flowers

Complex river systems are the veins coursing through Japan, providing transport, leisure, and the wate... (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)