A landmark tower located in Chuo Ward, Chiba City, it is famous for its particularly splendid sunset and night views. It is a great spot for foreign tourists to experience the scenery of Japan’s modern port city.

Access: Approximately 12 minutes walk from Chiba Minato Station on the JR Keiyo Line and Chiba Urban Monorail. From Narita Airport, it is convenient to take the Keisei Line to Keisei Chiba Station, then walk from there to JR Chiba Station, and transfer to the Keiyo Line or monorail (about 1 hour and 15 minutes).
Budget/Cost: Admission fee is very reasonable at 420 yen for adults and 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students. Eating and drinking at the internal cafe and shop and souvenirs are subject to additional charges.
Language support: Information signs inside the building are written in English. Staff may be able to speak basic English, but specialized conversations may be difficult. Brochures may be available in multiple languages.
Payment method: Admission tickets can be purchased in cash or by various credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, etc.). You may be able to use QR code payments (PayPay, etc.) at some of the stores within the building.
Parking: There are approximately 250 free parking spaces available, but it can get crowded on weekends and when events are held.
Children and families: Children can enjoy the view from the observation deck, and strollers are also welcome. The port park under the tower is spacious and perfect for a family picnic.
Visiting Tips: On clear winter days, you can see Mt. Fuji during the day and enjoy beautiful sunsets in the evening. At night, it is certified as a “lover’s sacred place” and you can enjoy the romantic atmosphere.

This is an animal park with vast grounds that is extremely popular with families. The exhibits are designed to display animal ecology in a way that is close to nature, so you can enjoy it all day long.

Access: Get off at Chiba Urban Monorail Dobutsuen Station and it’s right in front of you. Approximately 12 minutes by monorail from JR Chiba Station. The most common route from Narita Airport is to take the train to Chiba Station and then transfer to the monorail (takes about 1 hour).
Budget/Cost: Admission fee is 700 yen for adults, free for junior high school students and younger. Annual passport costs 2,500 yen. Additional fees apply for eating and drinking facilities and shops within the park.
Language support: The main information boards and animal information boards in the park are written in English. Communication with the staff is mainly in Japanese, but they respond kindly using body language.
Payment method: Admission tickets can be purchased with cash, credit card, or transportation IC card (Suica, PASMO, etc.). Restaurants and shops within the park are increasingly accepting cashless payments, although this varies by store.
Parking: There is a paid parking lot for 700 yen for regular cars (capacity for about 1500 cars). It is recommended that you use public transportation, as it may be full on holidays.
Children/Families: This is truly a facility for families with children. There is a corner where you can interact with animals and a play area, as well as a nursing room and diaper changing table. Stroller rentals are also available.
Visit Tip: The small animal zone with the red pandas is a must-see. Events such as animal feeding experiences are often held on weekends and holidays, so it’s a good idea to check the schedule on the official website in advance. Spring and autumn are the best times to take a walk.

This is an important cultural facility where you can learn about the history of the Chiba clan, the samurai family that is the root of Chiba City. The castle tower is a mock castle tower, but you can enjoy the atmosphere of the castle ruins and historical exhibits.

Access: Approximately 10 minutes’ walk from JR “Hon-Chiba” Station, or approximately 15 minutes’ walk from Keisei “Chiba Chuo” Station. It is also convenient to take a bus from Chiba Station. From Narita Airport, take the train to Chiba Station for approximately 50 minutes, then transfer or walk from there.
Budget/Cost: Admission is free. Some programs, such as viewing the planetarium, require a fee.
Language support: Exhibit descriptions are primarily in Japanese, but some have simple captions in English. It is useful to have a translation app to obtain detailed information.
Payment method: Since this is a free facility, there is basically no payment required. If there is a museum shop, cash is the main payment method.
Parking: Free parking is available, but as the number of spaces is limited (approximately 30 spaces), we strongly recommend using public transport.
Children and families: There are also exhibits that children can enjoy, such as a corner where you can try on armor. The area around the castle has been maintained as Inohana Park, which is suitable for walking and taking a break.
Visiting Tips: The cherry blossoms are in full bloom from late March to early April, creating a beautiful contrast between the castle and the cherry blossoms. Visiting this time of year is especially recommended as it is crowded with many cherry blossom viewing visitors. If you want to tour quietly, weekday mornings are a good time.

This is a unique archaeological spot that is a must-see for anyone interested in Japan’s prehistory, especially the Jomon period. You can actually see a cross section of the layers of a shellfish that you may have seen in textbooks.

Access: Approximately 15 minutes walk from Sakuragi Station on the Chiba Urban Monorail. Alternatively, take a bus from JR Tsuga Station and get off at Kasori Shell Mound Museum. Access from Narita Airport is a bit complicated, requiring you to take a train to Chiba Station or Tsuga Station, then transfer to a monorail or bus (about 1.5 hours in total).
Budget/Expenses: Admission to museums and historical parks is free of charge.
Language support: Exhibit panels often include English summaries. In some cases, volunteer guides may be able to provide English guidance, so if you wish to do so, we recommend that you inquire in advance.
Payment method: No payment is required as this is a free facility.
Parking: Free parking is available (approximately 100 spaces).
For kids and families: The large park is perfect for kids to run around and learn about history. Hands-on events for children, such as a fire-making experience, are held regularly.
Visiting Tip: It’s best to visit on a sunny day, as it’s primarily an outdoor historical site. The cherry blossoms in spring and the autumn leaves are beautiful in autumn, making it a pleasant season for walking. There are many parts of the ground that are dirt, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.

This multipurpose park combines beaches, green spaces, and cultural facilities, allowing you to enjoy a variety of activities. Highlights include the beach in the summer and the Sanyo Media Flower Museum (flower museum), where flowers bloom throughout the year.

Access: About a 15 minute walk from Inagekaigan Station on the JR Keiyo Line, or take a bus from the station and get off at Kaihin Koen Iriguchi. From Narita Airport, it is convenient to take the Keisei Line to Keisei Inage Station and then take a bus or taxi from there.
Budget/Cost: Admission to the park is free. Admission to the Sanyo Media Flower Museum is 300 yen for adults, and an additional fee is required for the pool that is open during the summer.
Language support: Information boards in the park are in English. The staff at the Flower Museum can speak basic English.
Payment method: Varies by each facility. Cash and some credit cards are accepted at the Flower Museum. Cash is often accepted at shops and cafes within the park.
Parking: Paid parking is available (300 yen for up to 3 hours, 100 yen for each hour thereafter). It gets very crowded on weekends during the summer vacation period.
Children and families: The wide sandy beach and grassy area are ideal for families with children. You can play in the pool in the summer, and enjoy picnics and walks throughout the year. Barbecue facilities (reservation required) are also available.
Visiting Tips: It was renovated in 2022, with glamping facilities and a wooden deck, making it an even more attractive place. The view of Tokyo Bay from the beach at dusk is exceptional. There are many days of strong winds, so you need to be careful not to blow off hats, etc.

This is an important shrine located in the center of Chiba City that is deeply worshiped by the locals. Unlike other famous tourist shrines, you can experience the atmosphere of a shrine rooted in local life. It enshrines Myoken, the star god who controls human destiny.

Access: Approximately 10 minutes walk from JR “Chiba” Station and approximately 7 minutes walk from Keisei “Chiba Chuo” Station, making it very easy to access from the central station. From Narita Airport, you can take one train to Chiba Station.
Budget/Expenses: Admission to the shrine is free. Charms and fortune telling fortunes cost around 500 to 1000 yen. If you wish to request prayer, a separate fee is required.
Language support: There may be English information on the precinct information and fortune slips, but they are basically in Japanese. The Shinto priests are kind, but it may be difficult to provide detailed explanations in English.
Payment method: Amulets and omikuji can only be purchased with cash. Cashless payments are rarely implemented at Japanese shrines.
Parking: There is a dedicated visitor parking lot, but space is limited. Be sure to use the nearby coin parking.
Bringing children and families: It is okay to bring children along when strolling around the temple grounds. However, since shrines are sacred places, care must be taken to prevent children from running around or making loud noises. During the Shichi-Go-San festival, you can see children dressed up.
Visiting Tips: The Myoken Festival (Dara-Dara Festival), which is held every August, is a big festival that lasts for a week and is crowded with many food stalls. If you would like to visit in peace, we recommend visiting on weekday mornings when there are no festivals. If you research the etiquette for visiting the shrine (how to purify yourself at the chozuya, bow twice, clap twice, bow once, etc.) beforehand, you will be able to experience the culture more deeply.

This is a beautiful art museum that fuses contemporary art and architecture, adjacent to Showa no Mori Park in Midori Ward, Chiba City. The collection of modern Japanese realistic paintings is one of the best in the world, and is recommended for those who want to spend some quiet and sophisticated time.

Access: Approximately 5 minutes by bus from Toke Station on the JR Sotobo Line, right after getting off at Asumigaoka Higashi. From Narita Airport, it takes about an hour and a half to change trains to Toke Station. It takes some time to get there from the city center, so plan your visit accordingly.
Budget/Cost: Admission fee is 1,830 yen for general admission. It’s a little pricey, but it’s reasonable considering the quality of the collection. There is an Italian restaurant and cafe on site.
Language support: The official website is available in English, and the titles of the works are written in English. Audio guides (charged) may also be available in English, so please check at reception.
Payment method: Admission fees can be paid by cash or credit card. The same goes for restaurants and museum shops.
Parking: Free private parking is available (approximately 80 spaces).
Children and families: This is a quiet place to appreciate art, so it is not suitable for families with small children running around. Children who are middle school students or older and are interested in art will enjoy this.
Visiting Tips: The museum building itself has a very unique design, and the architecture, including the cantilevered corridors, is one of the highlights. After viewing the exhibit, we recommend taking a stroll through the vast adjacent Showa no Mori Park. To protect the artworks, the temperature inside the museum may be kept low, so it may be a good idea to bring something to wear.

It’s more of an event venue than a tourist attraction, but if there’s an event of interest going on during your stay, you can have a very exciting experience. It’s a place where you can experience the latest in Japan, including the latest technology, pop culture, and music.

Access: About 5 minutes walk from Kaihin Makuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line. Access from the station is very easy to understand. From Narita Airport, there is an express bus bound for Kaihin Makuhari Station, which is the most convenient (about 40 minutes).
Budget/Cost: Costs vary greatly depending on the event being held. Admission fees vary from a few thousand yen to more than 10,000 yen. Food and drink inside the venue tends to be expensive.
Language support: At large international events, information signs and brochures are often available in English. The staff are also used to dealing with foreigners.
Payment methods: Tickets for events are generally purchased in advance online and credit cards are accepted. Merchandise sales and food booths within the venue often accept a variety of payment methods, including cash, credit cards, and QR code payments.
Parking Lot: There is a huge paid parking lot, but it gets full when large-scale events are held, and the surrounding roads get congested. We strongly recommend using public transportation.
Children/Family: Depends on the event. There are family-friendly sections at places like Tokyo Game Show, but they are usually very crowded, so be careful if you bring small children.
Visiting Tips: If there is an event you would like to visit, be sure to check the official website for ticket information, dates, and rules in advance. Tickets for popular events may sell out early. There are plenty of large shopping malls and hotels in the area, so you can spend the entire day here.