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

#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

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

[Tokyo] It is a great pleasure to have friends coming from afar I love the streets of Japan 🇯🇵🛣 The wide streets 🛤 have another flavor #bucketlist#tbt

#EnjoyJapan There are actually a lot of flower spots in Chiba Prefecture! We'll introduce two spots, a rose garden that's in full bloom now and a hydrangea spot that's about to be in full bloom! The hydrangeas that seem to be running down the cliffs are very impressive♫It's a place you should definitely visit♫There are soft serve ice creams and drinks on the premises, and the melon soft serve was delicious🍈It starts to get crowded after noon, so the best time to go is in the morning♫You walk along cliffs in the park, so sandals are dangerous, so sneakers are recommended. 📍Hattori Farm Hydrangea HouseAddress: Hattori Farm, 719 Mikatani, Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture⏰Hours: 8:00 to 18:00🎫Admission fee: Adults 600 yen, Children 300 yen⚠️Cash only🚗Parking: Free⚠️There are many cliffs, so sneakers❤️It's less crowded in the morning, so it's recommended♫The crowds start to increase from around 12:00! It's the best time to see them now. The rose garden is filled with 600 varieties and 10,000 roses, making it truly spectacular! It has the atmosphere of a secret garden. There will also be performances by antique dolls on Saturdays and Sundays this month. The rose-flavored gelato was also delicious♪ The number of visitors decreases after 4pm, so it's a good time to come♪ 📍Keisei Rose Garden 755 Owada Shinden, Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture, 276-0046 Hours: 10am - 5pm Admission: 1800 yen (note that only cash payments are accepted)

====📍Sakura Manor House 1329 Kamishizu, Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture Sakura Manor House 🚃Nearest station Shizu Station 🚶♀️Access About 15 minutes on foot ⏱Opening hours Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 Tea Room 11:00-17:00 (L.O.16:00) 🗓Closed on Mondays 🎫Cafe Budget ￥1000~ ==== When you enter a narrow street in a quiet residential area, you will suddenly see a cute brick building surrounded by nature🫣🌿 Sakura Manor House in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture is a shop that has a gift shop and a cafe where you can get antique goods, furniture, tableware, etc. that were actually purchased from England🏏🤵🇬🇧 The gift shop is spacious and two stories high, and it is packed with cute goods that are fun to look at. Just by being there, you will feel like you have really come to England🫶 At the cafe, you can enjoy scones, hot sandwiches, and sweets unique to England that are said to be loved by Queen Elizabeth☕️🍰🤍 I had scones and hot sandwiches, and both were really delicious🤤🥪 The hot sandwich in particular was filled with a block of loin and a lot of cheese, and was very filling and delicious🧀 You can also look around the garden, and the scenery and atmosphere were wonderful and very relaxing☺️💖💖 What did you think? 🫶We introduced Sakura Manor House, a stylish spot where you can easily experience the feeling of traveling in England🎶 Please come and visit us🥳🇬🇧 #EnjoyJapan #Chiba

====📍Sakura Furusato Square 2714 Usuida, Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture🚃Nearest Station Keisei Usui Station, Keisei Sakura Station🚶♀️Access 30 minutes on foot from Keisei Usui Station 40 minutes on foot from Keisei Sakura Station⏱Opening Hours Always open🗓Closed Days Always open🎫Free admission🚗Parking available====Sakura Furusato Square, symbolized by an authentic Dutch windmill that rotates using the wind😍🍃🇳🇱You can also enjoy seasonal flowers, such as tulips and nemophila, which will be covered in the coming season. You can see sunflowers blooming in the windmill🌻💓 You can go up to the second floor inside the windmill and see the history of the windmill and an exhibition of Dutch bicycles🎶 There is a cycling course around it, so I recommend renting a bicycle on a nice day🚲☀️ You can also buy farm soft serve ice cream, Dutch goods, bento boxes and bread at the nearby shop, so you can have a picnic on a nearby bench😋🍴🍱 What did you think? 🌷We introduced Sakura Furusato Square, where the tranquil scenery and windmills are elegant and soothing🎶Please come and visit us🥳💖 #EnjoyJapan #Chiba

#springitinerary The beach's beauty is a symphony of golden sands meeting the azure waters, stretching as far as the eye can see. The liveliness of the beachgoers, engaging in beach volleyball and various water sports, infuses the air with an infectious energy. It's really an amazing place, the park is pretty clean and there are many places to sit, there's a small pond also where you can enjoy feeding birds. Good park. Lots of greenery. Has plenty of dog walking paths. Plus a large enough space to play with friends or pet dogs.

This vacation villa was renovated from a house with over 100 years of history. It retains the charm of traditional Japanese architecture while being equipped with modern facilities such as a private sauna and swimming pool, providing travelers with a secluded space to relax and rejuvenate. The experience provided by RICKA KATSURA includes relaxing in a private sauna in a bamboo grove, enjoying the natural blessings of Katsuura, and enjoying high-quality sleep in the silence of the night and under the starry sky. In addition, RICKA KATSURA also offers a variety of activities, such as freely cooking fresh ingredients purchased in the villa's kitchen or outdoor barbecue area, and enjoying paid private chef services. A fire pit is located in the center of the facility, where travelers can enjoy a bonfire while watching the stars in the clear night sky. To ensure high-quality sleep, all bedrooms are equipped with comfortable "NELL" mattresses. RICKA KATSURA's design concept is "Happiness Tuning," which means tuning the body and mind in a bamboo forest and providing a beautiful time in harmony with nature. The facilities include multiple buildings, such as the main building, accommodation building, sauna building, and swimming pool, each with its own unique charm and function.

Because Fantasy Springs at DisneySea is popular, the land is much less crowded than before! "Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Tale"🌹 and "Baymax's Happy Ride" are crowded, but even if you line up, you can conquer all the attractions in one day! The Beauty and the Beast attraction is especially a must-see! ! According to my friends and I, the satisfaction level is higher than Winnie the Pooh's Hunny Hunt✨ Donald's Palpalooza is being held until June, so if you like Donald, you should go now #EnjoyJapan #Chiba #TokyoDisneyland #TokyoDisneyResort #GoldenWeek

This time, I will introduce a restaurant in Chiba Prefecture that serves delicious set meals. This restaurant not only serves set meals, but also parfaits, so I thought it was great that I could have dessert after eating. The restaurant has an atmosphere like an old folk house, so I was able to spend a relaxing time there. The restaurant is open until the evening, so I recommend using it for lunch. Please go and check it out. Old Folk House Cafe Kinoko Club 652 Daikata, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture Opening hours: 11:00-16:00 #EnjoyJapan

This time, we're introducing a cafe located in Chiba! The strawberry parfait here was incredibly delicious and left a lasting impression! The cafe's atmosphere was also great, with a simple and clean interior design. When strawberry season comes around, it's wonderful to try strawberry parfaits at various places, isn't it? Be sure to check it out! Cafe Tento Address: SS Ogawa Building 2F, 1-7-15 Hanazono, Hanamigawa Ward, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture Business Hours: Monday to Saturday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM; Closed on Sundays

Hotei Aoi's Life Statue and Taro Bridge This is a statue and bridge that you can find on the way from Funabashi Station to Funabashi Central Market in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture! The Hotei Aoi Life Statue is related to water purification, and is said to be a statue praying for the self-purification of the Ebi River and Nagatsu River. As the name suggests, Taro Bridge is named after the old story "●●Taro", and on the bridge pillars at the four corners are statues of "Momotaro" heading for Onigashima by boat and "Kintaro" riding a bear! These are unusual statues, so be sure to check them out if you're in the area👍 Address: 6-20 Honmachi, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture #0 yen trip #Funabashi #Funabashi Station #Chiba Prefecture #Chiba #Chiba sightseeing

Sandaime Takubo Shokudo A 15-minute walk from Funabashi Station in Chiba Prefecture, this restaurant is located inside the Funabashi City Local Wholesale Market! The market is mainly open on weekdays, and from early morning until lunchtime, businessmen and locals come here for breakfast and lunch✨️ The specialty here is the "Overflowing Seafood Bowl," which has been featured in the media! It's an amazing composition of a bowl covered with another bowl of the same size. When you order, you are told that the amount of rice is "one gou" and asked if you want less 😂 Even though I'm a girl, I can eat a lot, so of course I declared, "It's fine as it is!" The amount of seafood was also very large (the entire top half of the bowl in the picture is seafood!), and it was just right even with a cup of rice 🐟🍣 Menu ・Overflowing seafood bowl 2500 yen, etc. Address: 1-8-1 Ichiba, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, Funabashi Central Wholesale Market, Associated Building, Passage 7 #0 yen trip #Third generation Takubo restaurant #Funabashi Central Wholesale Market #Seafood bowl

Kominato Railway runs through Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, and other areas. From Goi Station you can go to various other stations. The further you go, the more nature with a Ghibli-like atmosphere you can see. The train is also retro, so you're sure to get excited just by riding it!! At Goi Station, they sell bento boxes and other items, so eating on the train can also be a fun trip. Stations along the way also sell local food, so it's nice to buy it there. Kominato Railway celebrated its 100th anniversary this year. If you're feeling stressed from the day to day, it's the perfect place to go and release it in nature!! #DomesticTravel #KominatoRailway #0YenTrip

#TokyoAttractions My dears, we found a treasure! There is a coffee shop in Chiba that is absolutely amazing. I was completely conquered after checking in! It takes about an hour to drive from Chiba Station. Although it is a bit far, it is definitely worth it! As soon as I entered the store, I was amazed by the beautiful scenery in front of me. Any photo I took would turn out well, and the atmosphere was perfect! Whether you are taking photos and chatting with your besties, or enjoying quiet time alone, this is a great choice. In this store full of design, enjoying the pleasure brought by delicious food and coffee is really a great feeling! If you plan to visit Chiba or go shopping around Tokyo, be sure to add this store to your bucket list! Believe me, once you go there, you won’t want to leave and you’ll fall in love with it!

Blue Bayou Restaurant A stylish restaurant located in Adventureland at Tokyo Disneyland✨️ This is a table service restaurant where cast members bring the course meal to your seat🍴 It is located in the same facility as the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, so you can enjoy a meal in style while seeing off guests aboard the Pirates of the Caribbean😂 It is a fairly high-end restaurant in the park, perfect for couples or married couples on special occasions! The course menu changes with each season, so be sure to check it out! 👍 The food was also of a quality that you can't get at a regular amusement park, and was incredibly delicious😋 Features: ・Hypoallergen menu store ・Alcohol served ・Children's menu store #0yentrip #BlueBayouRestaurant #TokyoDisneyland #TokyoDisneyResort

Located about a 3-minute walk from Urayasu Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, "qui" is a warm cafe and deli that is rooted in the local community, as its name means "here" in Italian. The interior of the store, where white tiles and the warmth of wood harmonize, has a bright and open atmosphere, and visitors are warmly welcomed.   During lunch time (11:00-14:30), you can enjoy handmade pasta, lasagna, panini, and more, made by a chef who trained in Italy. The pasta, which is made with plenty of egg yolk, is characterized by its rich aroma and crispness, and the menu, which changes depending on the season and what is in stock, offers new discoveries no matter how many times you visit.  The store's showcase is lined with deli items such as homemade focaccia, quiche, and pate, and there is also a wide selection of takeout options. In particular, sweets such as Basque cheesecake and "Kimi Pudding" are excellent gifts that are appreciated.   During dinner time on Fridays and Saturdays (17:30-21:30), the restaurant also serves authentic Italian cuisine with wine, creating a casual yet special experience. "qui" is a relaxing space that can be used for a variety of occasions, such as lunch, coffee, a quick drink, and dinner. If you are in Urayasu, be sure to stop by.  #Spring0yenTravel

Uodon-ya next Funabashi A seafood bowl restaurant boasting the largest variety of products in Japan, grand opening on the 1st floor of the station building "next Funabashi" at Keisei Funabashi Station🐟 You can drop in on your way back from a trip by train✨️ The number of products is said to be more than 140,000 in total! Everything in the store is self-service, you take the food you receive at the counter to your seat yourself, and clean up after yourself. The cheapest low rise bowl is 690 yen on the official website, but it was 730 yen at this store! It might be a city price⚠️ The taste is worth the price, and it's convenient for eating delicious seafood bowls easily! That's how I felt👍 Address: 1-5-1 Honmachi, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, Next Funabashi 1F #Spring0yentrip #Funabashifood #Chibafood

Yucatan Base Camp Grill This restaurant is located near the excavation site in the Lost River Delta in Tokyo DisneySea✨️ The interior of the restaurant matches the atmosphere of the Lost River Delta, and has a slightly ominous atmosphere💀 But the restaurant is wide open, so it doesn't feel scary! There are many seats, so you can sit back and eat👍 You can also enjoy the very popular "Little Green Bun" here😋 Service type: Counter service Number of seats: Approximately 680 seats Features: ・Stores selling low-allergen menus ・Stores serving alcohol ・Stores selling children's menus #Spring0yentrip #TokyoDisneySea #YucatanBaseCampGrill #tds

Snuggly Duckling Located in Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea, this restaurant is themed on the bar of the rowdy characters from "Tangled." Personally, it's one of my favorite places in the new area because it's good value for money, and I stop by here frequently whenever I go to Disneyland. In particular, the "Rapunzel's Magical Milk Tea," which is only available at this restaurant, has a unique, moderate sweetness despite being a milk tea, and I love sweet juices. The Dream Burger is thick and filling! 🍔 The shrimp burger is also full of shrimp, and is also filling. Menu: ・Duckling Dream Burger 900 yen ・Duckling Dream Cheese Burger 950 yen ・Fried Shrimp Burger 950 yen There are also many other Rapunzel-themed foods! Note⚠️: Currently only accepting orders through Disney Mobile Order! Don't forget to order through the mobile app! #Spring 0 yen trip #Tokyo Disney Sea #Fantasy Springs #Tangled #Rapunzel

Akebonoyama Agricultural Park This park is located in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture, and has been loved by locals for many years. 🛝 You can enter for free and enjoy many plants! 🪴 This time, I only saw Sakurayama and the exhibition greenhouse, but there are various other facilities such as the following! ・Shirayuri Falls ・Aquatic Botanical Garden ・Hakusentei ・Japanese Garden ・Museum ・Shop In spring, there are many people who come to see the cherry blossoms! However, perhaps because it is in an area that is a little difficult to get to, I was able to enjoy the cherry blossoms leisurely without having to find a place to see them even during the day. 🌸 Address: 2005-2 Fuse, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 Closed: Mondays (next day if Monday is a public holiday) New Year's holiday (December 28th-January 4th) Admission fee: Free ✨️ Parking fee: Free ✨️ #Spring 0 yen trip #Akebonoyama Agricultural Park #Kashiwa City #Chiba Prefecture #Cherry Blossom Viewing

DAISO Giga Funabashi Store The largest DAISO store, with the entire building from the 1st to 6th floors being DAISO, is located right in front of Funabashi Station! Unlike other DAISOs in the area, the inside has a wide selection of products✨️ I think there is probably nothing you can't buy from DAISO...! One thing to note is that there is no parking⚠️ Since it's in front of the station, most people probably come by train or bicycle rather than by car. Also, all the cash registers are self-service, so the turnover is good, but sometimes there are lines, so you have to walk through the winding shelves to get to the cash register! 🚶 Address: 1-6-3 Honmachi, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture Business hours: 10:00-21:00 Access: 1 minute walk from Keisei Funabashi Station #Spring0yenTrip

Marumiya Catering & Dining This restaurant is located in Inzai City, Chiba Prefecture and serves mainly seafood dishes. 🍣 The second floor of the restaurant seems to be their home, and they have a pet cat and a pet dog who sometimes come to visit customers. 🐕🐈 The sushi, sashimi, and grilled fish are all delicious! 🐟 I've been there many times. 🥰 The only drawback is that it's hard to get there without a car, and it's not in a tourist area...! However, it seems to be a restaurant that has been loved by locals for a long time, and I'd like to go again. 👍 Address: 855-9 Nakane, Inzai City, Chiba Prefecture #Spring0yentrip #InzaiCity #ChibaPrefecture #ChibaGourmet #Sushi #Seafood