The Magnificent Ceiling of Enpuku-ji
Not many temples allow you to lie down to take photos of the ceiling. Enpukuji in Choshi does.
Maka L’ea: A Taste of Hawaii in Choshi
A Hawaiian cafe in Choshi, Chiba.
The Aliens and Fish Shrines of Choshi Dentetsu (Video)
Out in Chiba, there’s a train line that takes you to tacky fish shrines and roof decks where you can summon aliens. Oh, and beautiful coastal views, too.
Last-Minute Golden Week Travel Ideas
No plans for Golden Week? No worries. Make the most of your holidays without breaking the bank with these travel ideas within and around Tokyo.
How to Ride the Moomin Train in Chiba
Isumi Railway is best known for its Moomin Train, fashioned after the beloved Finnish series of the same name. Running along the Bōsō Peninsula, these yellow train cars take its passengers through Chiba’s green fields and historic towns, and is especially popular in spring as cherry and rape blossoms (菜の花) frame the landscape.
Riding the Moomin Train in Chiba (Video)
One of the most exciting ways to explore Japan is by rail. On the first installment of Railway Diaries, we…
Have Fun with Farm Animals! Visit Mother Farm in Chiba.
Mother Farm is an easy day trip from Tokyo that you can enjoy with family and friends. Get to see and play with farm animals including cows, sheep and even capybaras!
29th Sakura Tulip Festa in Chiba Opens April 1st!
Sakura Furusato Square has announced the official dates for the 29th Sakura Tulip Festa. From April 1st to 23rd, guests can enjoy viewing 600,000 multicolored tulips of 70 kinds.
Mother Farm in Chiba
A three-hour ride from Tokyo Station, Mother Farm is a good place to visit if you want a relaxed day trip where you can be surrounded by lush greenery and adorable animals.