The Kujukuri area offers tourist attractions such as Kujukuri Beach, Hasunuma Seaside Park, and Gokurakuji Temple; tourist events such as the Mobara Tanabata Festival, Industrial Festival, and Yogape Festival; and local delicacies such as white gyoza, botan nabe, and sardine dishes.
Mobara is located in the center of Chiba Prefecture and is Japan's largest producer of natural gas. Summer temperatures are high, and extremely hot days are not uncommon.
Togane is located on the border between the Kujukuri Plain and the Boso Plateau, and has developed mainly through agriculture. The Keiyo Line and other lines run through the city, providing easy access to the city center.
Kujukuri is home to Kujukuri Beach facing the Pacific Ocean, which attracts many tourists who enjoy swimming, surfing, and ocean fishing.
Mobara has a local delicacy called Mobara-men. This ramen is loaded with pork belly and Mobara leeks, and is now a popular menu item at many Mobara ramen shops. Crackers and monaka with star motifs are also popular.
On Kujukuri Beach, you can enjoy fresh seafood grilled on the beach. Freshly harvested clams, turban shells, abalone, and other seafood are grilled to perfection and enjoyed with gusto. The generous portions will satisfy everyone.
The Mobara Tanabata Festival, held every year in late July, is one of the three major Tanabata festivals in the Kanto region, along with Hiratsuka and Sayama. During the festival, Tanabata decorations line the shopping street at Mobara Station, and events such as the Mobara Awa Odori dance and the Chiba Yosakoi Summer Festival are also held. The event is so big that it is even broadcast live on TV.
Another highlight is Mobara Park, where nearly 3,000 cherry trees are planted. Selected as one of the 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan, the park is illuminated at night so that visitors can enjoy the cherry blossoms at night.
If you live with your dog, Lakewoods Garden Himeharu no Sato is recommended. Enjoy the expansive dog run and rose garden. Trimming and training classes are also available.
Lake Yatsuru, an artificial lake in Togane, is surrounded by approximately 1,000 cherry trees, and the Togane Cherry Blossom Festival is held during the season. Furthermore, from Sannodai Park on high ground, one can see as far as Kujukuri-hama Beach.
In addition, there are many beaches on Kujukuri-hama, ranging from beaches suitable for swimming to private-style beaches. In addition to swimming, visitors can also enjoy ocean fishing, surfing, and enjoying the view of the Pacific Ocean.
The Museum of Aeronautical Sciences is Japan's first museum dedicated specifically to aviation. It is located in Iwayama, Shibayama Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture, just a short distance from Narita International Airport. The museum is operated by the Public Interest Incorporated Foundation Museum of Aeronautical Sciences. The area around the south side of Narita Airport's Runway A, includ...»
Kasamori-ji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple in Kasamori, Chonan Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. It belongs to the Tendai school of Buddhism and is designated as a major head temple of special status within the tradition. The temple's principal object of worship is the Eleven-Headed Kannon Bodhisattva (Jūichimen Kannon). Kasamori-ji is also the 31st temple of the Bando 33 Kannon Pilg...»
Mobara Park is a spacious urban park in Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture. Although it is located close to the city center, the park offers a peaceful natural environment filled with trees, flowers, walking paths, and open spaces. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of seasonal scenery, including cherry blossoms, plum blossoms, azaleas, hydrangeas, and autumn foliage. With recreational facilities, scen...»
Kujukuri Beach is a vast sandy coastline stretching along the Pacific Ocean in eastern Chiba Prefecture. Extending for approximately 66 kilometers from Cape Gyōbumi to Cape Taitō, it is one of the largest stretches of sandy beach in the Japanese archipelago. The long, open coastline is characterized by broad beaches, coastal vegetation, fishing villages, and expansive views of the Pacific. The ar...»
Kannonkyoji Temple, widely known as Shibayama Nio-son, is a historic Buddhist temple located in Shibayama Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Belonging to the Tendai school of Japanese Buddhism, the temple has attracted devoted worshippers from Chiba and other parts of Japan for centuries. With its impressive temple buildings, Buddhist statues, cultural treasures, and long religious history, ...»
Airplane Hill (Sky Park Shibayama) is a popular aircraft-viewing park in Iwayama, Shibayama Town, Sanbu District, Chiba Prefecture. Located on the southern side of Runway A (34L) at Narita International Airport, the park offers visitors an impressive view of aircraft taking off and landing. Because airplanes pass relatively close to the park, it is a favorite destination for families, aviation en...»
Hattori Farm Hydrangea Garden, located in Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture, is one of the region's most impressive places to enjoy hydrangeas. From early June to early July, the grounds are filled with thousands of colorful hydrangea flowers, creating a spectacular seasonal landscape. The entire property covers approximately 27,000 square meters, with around 18,000 square meters developed as a dedic...»
Daijozan Myosenji Temple, also known as Sekieizan Tokudoji and commonly called Chiba Yaku-yoke Fudoson, is a historic Buddhist temple in Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. The temple belongs to the Tendai Buddhist tradition and has long been closely connected with the local community. The temple is particularly known as a place where people pray for protection from misfortune, good health, family saf...»
Sogenji Temple is a historic temple of Nichiren Buddhism located in Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture. As an important head temple associated with the Nichiren Buddhist tradition, it has played a significant role in religious life and regional history for centuries. The temple has several sub-temples, including Myokoji Temple and Toko-in Temple, and preserves numerous historic buildings, Buddhist sta...»
The Shibayama Kofun and Haniwa Museum is located in Shibayama Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. The museum introduces the rich archaeological heritage of the area's kofun burial mounds and haniwa clay figures, offering visitors an easy-to-understand and enjoyable look at the Kofun period from a modern perspective. The museum opened on May 1, 1988, and stands within Shibayama Park. Its exhib...»
Namikiri Fudoin Temple, officially known as Fudoin Choshoji Temple, is a Buddhist temple of the Chizan School of Shingon Buddhism located in Naruto, Sambu City, Chiba Prefecture. Its mountain name is Narutoyama, while its formal temple name is Choshoji. The temple is said to have a history of more than 1,000 years and is associated with legends concerning the famous Buddhist monks Gyoki and Kobo ...»
Tsurigasaki Beach is a popular coastal destination in Ichinomiya Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. Located at the southern end of Kujukuri Beach, one of Japan's best-known stretches of Pacific coastline, it is famous for its excellent surfing conditions and sweeping ocean views. Tsurigasaki Beach gained international recognition when it was selected as the venue for surfing at the 2020 Tok...»
The Naruto-Togane Carnivorous Plant Colony is a rare wetland stretching across the cities of Sanmu and Togane in Chiba Prefecture. Designated as a National Natural Monument of Japan, this protected area is known for its unusual collection of carnivorous plants and diverse wetland vegetation. Plants such as sundews and bladderworts grow naturally in the wetland, which has developed a unique ecosys...»
Hakkaku Lake, also known as Hakkakuko or Hakkakko, is an artificial lake in Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. The lake was created in connection with the construction of Togane Palace, a residence built for Tokugawa Ieyasu during the early Edo period. With its beautiful scenery, the lake was also once known by the nickname "Little West Lake", referring to the famous West Lake in Hangzhou, China. Tod...»
Hasunuma Seaside Park is a large prefectural urban park in Sanmu City, Chiba Prefecture. Developed as part of a recreational resort area, the park brings together a wide variety of facilities, including a water park, accommodation, observation areas, and sports facilities. With its location near the Pacific coast, the park is a popular destination for families, groups, and active travelers. Visit...»
Chofukujuji Temple is a historic Tendai Buddhist temple located in Chonan, Chonan Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. It is also the 19th temple on the Kazusa Yakushi Nyorai Pilgrimage, a pilgrimage route dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai, the Buddha of healing and medicine. The temple has the distinguished mountain and temple title "Sangakawa Head, Eastern Gate of Paradise, Lotus Platform, Amida ...»
Shirako Onions are a specialty agricultural product from Shirako Town in Chiba Prefecture, located near the famous Kujukuri Beach. These onions are known for their juicy texture, mild flavor, and natural sweetness, making them delicious even when eaten raw. Grown in an area influenced by the rich natural environment around Kujukuri Beach, Shirako Onions have become a popular local specialty. Thei...»
Yuya no Shimizu is a clear natural spring located in Sazawa, Chonan Town, Chiba Prefecture. In 1985, it was selected as one of Japan's 100 Remarkable Waters, a list recognizing notable water sources throughout the country. The spring has long been valued by the local community and continues to be used as a source of agricultural water. Surrounded by lush greenery and historic religious sites, Yuy...»
Hiyoshi Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Mamezaku, Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. Formerly classified as a Gōsha, or district-level shrine, it has a long history and considerable cultural significance. The shrine's principal deity is Ōyamakui-no-Mikoto, a deity associated with agriculture and mountains. The approach to the shrine is lined with majestic cedar trees, creating a solemn ...»
The Iwashi Exchange Center, commonly known as Umi no Eki Kujukuri, is a multipurpose facility in Kujukuri Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. The complex combines a museum, a local agricultural and seafood market, and restaurants, offering visitors an opportunity to experience the region's food, fishing culture, and local industries. Established as a center for revitalizing local industries a...»
Mobara City is located in the eastern part of Chiba Prefecture and serves as an important transportation, commercial, and industrial center for the Sotobo area of eastern Chiba. It is also the central city of the Mobara commercial area and has been designated as a regional core city. Surrounded by natural landscapes and rich in historic sites, Mobara offers a variety of attractions throughout the...»
Tachibana Shrine is a historic and highly regarded Shinto shrine located in Honnō, Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture. It has a long tradition as the second-ranking shrine of the former Kazusa Province and is closely associated with the ancient Japanese legend of Yamato Takeru and his wife, Ototachibana-hime. The shrine's principal deity is Ototachibana-hime no Mikoto, who is traditionally regarded as...»
Renpukuji Temple is a temple of the Kenpon Hokke Sect of Buddhism located in Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture. Its mountain name is Joju-zan, and its principal object of worship is the Great Mandala. With a history closely connected to the local community, Renpukuji is known for its religious traditions, historic cultural properties, and beautiful natural surroundings. The temple grounds and surroun...»
Ichinomiya Town is located in eastern Chiba Prefecture and belongs to Chosei District. Situated within the greater Tokyo metropolitan area, the town is relatively easy to reach from both Tokyo and Chiba City. Facing the Pacific Ocean, Ichinomiya is particularly famous as one of Japan's leading surfing destinations. Tsurigasaki Beach hosted the surfing competitions during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Ga...»
Tamasaki Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Ichinomiya Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. It served as the Ichinomiya, or highest-ranking shrine, of the former Kazusa Province and has been deeply revered for centuries. Under the former modern shrine-ranking system, Tamasaki Shrine was classified as a Kokuhei Chusha, a nationally supported shrine of medium rank. Today, it is desig...»
Ichinomiya Castle was a historic castle located in Jonouchi, Ichinomiya Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. The site was once also known locally as Shiroyama, meaning “Castle Mountain.” Today, the former castle site is designated as a Historic Site by Chiba Prefecture. The site also has a connection with Ichinomiya Jinya, a domain administrative residence established during the Edo period. T...»
Lake Dotei is a man-made lake and agricultural reservoir located in Ichinomiya Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. Created during the Edo period, the reservoir has played an important role in local irrigation for centuries. The name “Dotei” was inspired by Dongting Lake in China. Today, Lake Dotei is valued not only for its practical role in agriculture but also as a historic landscape where...»
Mutsuzawa Town is located in southeastern Chiba Prefecture and belongs to Chosei District. With convenient access to the Tokyo metropolitan area, the town offers a peaceful rural setting surrounded by rice fields, rivers, forests, and historic sites. The fertile land along the rivers has supported agriculture for generations, while the town's history can be discovered through its traditional shri...»
Myorakuji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple of the Tendai school located in Mutsuzawa Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. The temple's mountain name is Togakuzan. Myorakuji is traditionally said to have been founded by Ennin (Jikaku Daishi), the renowned Tendai Buddhist monk who played an important role in spreading Tendai Buddhism throughout eastern Japan. With a history of more than a t...»
Mutsuzawa Smart Wellness Town, Roadside Station Tsudoi no Sato is a modern roadside station in Mutsuzawa Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. Located along Chiba Prefectural Route 150, the Otaki-Ichinomiya Line, it combines local tourism, community interaction, food, relaxation, and health-oriented facilities. Surrounded by the peaceful countryside of southeastern Chiba, the facility offers m...»
Shirako Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Shirako Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. It is traditionally said to have been founded in 1048, during the Heian period. The shrine's principal deity is Onamuchi no Mikoto, a major deity in Japanese mythology associated with such themes as prosperity, community protection, and good fortune. Locally, the shrine is affectionately known a...»
Shirako Onsen is a seaside hot spring resort located in Shirako Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. Set near the beautiful Kujukuri Beach on the Pacific coast, the resort combines hot springs, beaches, nature, sports, and local sightseeing. Shirako Onsen is particularly known for its distinctive mineral-rich water and its traditional sand baths. The area is also located within the Chiba Pref...»
Chosei Village is a peaceful rural community in Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture, facing the Pacific Ocean. Located along the southern part of the Kuju-kuri Coast, the village offers beautiful beaches and a warm coastal atmosphere, while its inland areas are home to historic temples, wetlands, and rich natural surroundings....»
Nagara Town is located in central Chiba Prefecture and is part of Chosei District. Surrounded by the gentle hills and forests of the Boso Peninsula, the town is known for its beautiful rural landscapes, historic temples, cultural sites, and outdoor attractions....»
Sport & Do Resort Resol no Mori, formerly known as Resol Seimei no Mori, is a large-scale resort in Nagara Town, Chiba Prefecture. Surrounded by lush forests, the resort brings together sports facilities, wellness and medical facilities, accommodations, restaurants, and relaxation facilities in one extensive complex. Spread across a vast site of approximately 1 million tsubo (about 3.3 millio...»
Nagara Dam is an earth-fill dam located in Yamanogo, Nagara Town, Chiba Prefecture. While the dam plays an important role as part of the water infrastructure supporting the Boso Peninsula, the surrounding area is also known for the peaceful scenery of Lake Shizuko and its rich natural environment. The dam serves as a regulating reservoir for water brought from the Tone River and helps supply tap ...»
Gannzoji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located in the mountains of Nagarayama, Nagara Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. Belonging to the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, the temple has a history of more than 1,000 years. Surrounded by the quiet natural environment of the Boso Peninsula, Gannzoji Temple preserves numerous historic remains and cultural properties. ...»
Chonan Town is a peaceful town in southeastern Chiba Prefecture, located in Chosei District and surrounded by the rich natural landscapes of the Boso Hills. The town is known for its beautiful spring water, historic temples, ancient ruins, and seasonal events. Among its natural attractions is Yuyano Shimizu, a spring selected as one of Japan's 100 Remarkable Water Sources. Chonan is also known as...»
Mount Nomigane is a 179.9-meter-high mountain located in Mizunuma, Chonan Town, Chosei District, Chiba Prefecture. It is part of the Boso Hills and is known as a scenic destination where visitors can enjoy beautiful views and the changing natural scenery of the four seasons. Since 2004, the area around the mountain has been developed by Chonan Town as Nomigane Park. Today, it is a popular destina...»
Togane City is located in central-eastern Chiba Prefecture, within the greater Tokyo metropolitan area. Historically, the city developed as a regional commercial center and an important hub for the surrounding area, with agriculture and commerce playing major roles in its growth. Togane is also known for its historic temples and shrines, scenic lakes, parks, traditional festivals, and agricultura...»
Ganjoji Temple, officially known as Domuzan Ganjōjūji Temple, is a temple of the Kempon Hokke school of Buddhism located in Matsunosato, Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. The temple has a long history dating back to the Kamakura period and is known as a place of prayer where visitors traditionally come to make wishes and seek blessings. The temple is also associated with important figures and religi...»
Saifukuji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located south of Hakkaku Lake in Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. The temple has a long history and a rich cultural heritage. It was formerly associated with the Kempon Hokke school of Buddhism and is now an independent temple within the Nichiren Buddhist tradition. Saifukuji is also widely known as Togane Kaiun Daikokuten, referring to its revered ima...»
Honzenji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple in Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. Once the family temple of the local Togane Sakai clan, the temple has a quiet and dignified atmosphere that reflects its long history. Surrounded by a peaceful setting, Honzenji offers visitors an opportunity to experience the religious and historical heritage of Togane. Its connection with the Sakai family and its hi...»
Fuda Yakuoji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located in Kamifuda, Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. An independent temple in the Hokke Buddhist tradition, it has the mountain name Furōzan and is formally known as Fuda Yakuoji. The temple enshrines Yakushi Rurikō Nyorai, the Buddha of healing and medicine, as its principal object of worship. Locally known as “Fuda no Yakushi-san”, or “Yakushi of...»
Togane Castle is the site of a former Japanese castle in the Togane district of Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. Also known as Tokigane Castle, the site has been designated as a historic site by Togane City. The castle is traditionally said to have been built by Sakai Sadataka during the Warring States period. Today, visitors can explore the remains of the castle and imagine the history of the samu...»
Togane Dam is a dam located in Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. It was constructed as part of the Boso Water Conveyance Project, a large-scale water resource development project designed to manage and supply water across the Boso Peninsula. Although the dam's own catchment area is relatively small, at approximately 0.6 square kilometers, Togane Dam plays an important role in the region's water supp...»
Ojagaike Pond is a historic irrigation reservoir located in Togane City, Chiba Prefecture. Created in the early Edo period, the pond has played an important role in supplying water for local agriculture while also becoming a popular destination for enjoying nature and outdoor activities. Today, Ojagaike Pond is known for its peaceful waters, surrounding greenery, walking trails, and long-standing...»
Sammu City is located in eastern Chiba Prefecture and is part of the Greater Tokyo metropolitan area. The city is home to numerous historical sites, beautiful natural landscapes, and local specialties, offering visitors a chance to experience the diverse character of the Boso region. From ancient burial mounds and historic temples and shrines to the expansive beaches of Kujukuri Beach, Sammu comb...»
Ōmiya Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Orito, Matsuocho, Sammu City, Chiba Prefecture, an area that was formerly part of Musha District in the ancient province of Kazusa. Once designated as a Go-sha, a former category of local shrine under Japan's prewar shrine-ranking system, it has long been an important place of worship for the surrounding community. With a history stretching back...»
Gosho Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Hasunuma, Sammu City, Chiba Prefecture. It was formerly classified as a Go-sha, a category of important local shrines under Japan's former shrine-ranking system. The shrine's principal deity is Amaterasu Ōmikami, and it has long been an important place of worship for the local community....»
Gokurakuji Temple is a historic temple located in Nakane, Hasunuma, Sammu City, Chiba Prefecture. It belongs to the Chinzei branch of the Jōdo school of Buddhism, one of the major traditions of Pure Land Buddhism in Japan. The temple was founded in 1257 during the Kamakura period by Nen'a Ryōchū, one of the important early leaders of Jōdo Buddhism. Its mountain name is Nakaneyama, its formal temp...»
Shirahata Hachiman Shrine is a historic Hachiman shrine located in Shirahata, Sammu City, Chiba Prefecture. It was formerly classified as a Village Shrine under Japan's prewar shrine-ranking system. The shrine enshrines Honda-wake-no-Mikoto, Amaterasu Ōmikami, and Ame-no-Koyane-no-Mikoto. With a history of more than a thousand years, Shirahata Hachiman Shrine is particularly notable for its conne...»
Kujukuri Church is a historic Christian church located in Matsuo, Sammu City, Chiba Prefecture. It is affiliated with the United Church of Christ in Japan and is known for its connection with James Curtis Hepburn, the American missionary who played an important role in the development of Christianity and education in Japan during the Meiji period. The church building is a valuable historic struct...»
Agata Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Oamishirasato City, Chiba Prefecture. It was formerly classified as a Village Shrine under Japan's prewar shrine-ranking system and has long been deeply respected by the local community. The shrine preserves a rich heritage of history, traditional worship, cultural properties, and natural features, making it a noteworthy destination for visitors...»
Sanbu-no-Mori Park is a large recreational park located in Haniya, Sammu City, Chiba Prefecture. Designed around the theme of connecting with nature, the park offers a wide variety of outdoor activities and facilities, including an athletic area, camping facilities, barbecue areas, walking trails, ponds, and flower gardens. With its spacious grounds and combination of nature, recreation, and comm...»
Oamishirasato City is located in central Chiba Prefecture and combines the character of a residential city with a rich natural environment facing the Pacific Ocean. The city is home to historic shrines and temples, former castle sites, parks, and beautiful beaches, offering visitors opportunities to experience local history, culture, and coastal scenery. Its convenient location within the greater...»
Yaguchi Shrine is located in the Nagata area of Oamishirasato City, Chiba Prefecture, and has long been revered as the guardian shrine of the local community. There are three shrines in Japan officially registered under the name “Yaguchi Shrine,” and this shrine was established as a branch shrine of Konaka Yaguchi Shrine in the Konaka area. For local residents, Yaguchi Shrine continues to serve a...»
Honkokuji Temple is a historic temple of the Nichiren school of Buddhism located in Oamishirasato City, Chiba Prefecture. Its mountain name is Horyuzan, and it is known as one of the ten temples in Kazusa associated with the Myōmanji lineage of the Nichiju school. Deeply connected with the history and culture of the local area, the temple has played an important role not only as a place of Buddhi...»
Shōbōji Temple is a historic temple of the Nichiren school of Buddhism located in Konishi, Oamishirasato City, Chiba Prefecture. Its mountain name is Myōkōzan, and it is known as the head temple of the Konishi Hōen, a religious lineage within the Nichiren tradition. With its long history and important cultural heritage, Shōbōji has played a significant role in both the local community and the wid...»
Hōfunji Temple was a temple of the Kenpon Hokke School of Buddhism that once stood in the Ōami area of Oamishirasato City, Chiba Prefecture. Its mountain name was Hōryūzan. Today, the former temple site is known as Otsukayama and is designated as a municipal historic site. The area is an important place for understanding the history of the local community and the development of Buddhist culture i...»
Konakaike Pond is an agricultural irrigation reservoir located in the Konaka area of Oamishirasato City, Chiba Prefecture. Surrounded by rich natural scenery and a well-maintained park, it is both an important part of the region's agricultural infrastructure and a popular place for local residents and visitors to relax. In 2010, Konakaike Pond was selected by Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Fore...»
Shibayama Town is located in eastern Chiba Prefecture, in Sanbu District. The town is known for its rich history, archaeological sites, beautiful natural surroundings, and close connection with Narita International Airport. Ancient cultural heritage and modern aviation-related facilities coexist here, offering visitors a wide variety of experiences....»
Kujukuri Town is located in Sambu District in eastern Chiba Prefecture, along the southern part of the famous Kujukuri Beach. As part of the greater Tokyo metropolitan area, the town has long developed as a fishing community. It is particularly well known for sardine and clam fishing and has attracted many visitors, writers, and artists over the years....»
Kosanrei Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Katakai, Kujukuri Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture, in the former Kazusa Province. The shrine was historically classified as a Go-sha, a local shrine of relatively high status under the former shrine-ranking system, and has long been an important place of worship for the local community. The shrine's principal deities are Amenominakanus...»
Yokoshibahikari Town is a nature-rich town in eastern Chiba Prefecture, belonging to Sambu District. Facing the Pacific Ocean along the Kujukuri Coast and located relatively close to Narita International Airport, the town is conveniently accessible from the Tokyo metropolitan area. It is also the largest municipality by population among the towns and villages of Chiba Prefecture. With historic sh...»
Miyagawa Kumano Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Miyagawa, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture, in the former Shimosa Province. Formerly classified as a Go-sha, a local shrine of relatively high status under the former shrine-ranking system, it has long been deeply respected by local residents and worshippers. With a history spanning more than a thousand years, the...»
Yakata Shisha Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine located in Yakata, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture, in the former Musha District of Kazusa Province. The shrine is traditionally associated with blessings for career advancement, academic achievement, protection from misfortune, agricultural prosperity, and a good catch of fish. Along with its long history, the shrine is know...»
Kosaiji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located in Mushi, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Founded in the early Kamakura period, the temple belongs to the Chisan School of Shingon Buddhism and is known by the mountain name Jishizan. Its principal object of worship is Jizo Bodhisattva. The temple has long been closely connected with the local community and is particular...»
Shinzenkoji Temple is a historic Buddhist temple of the Chisan School of Shingon Buddhism located in Shinomoto, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Its mountain name is Tonoyasan. The temple is particularly known for its connection with Naritasan Shinshoji Temple. Shohan, the first chief abbot of Naritasan Shinshoji Temple during its revival, is said to have received his Buddh...»
Muryoji Temple is a historic temple of the Chisan School of Shingon Buddhism located in Yakata, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Its formal name is Ryuhozan Shoko-in Muryoji. With a history spanning more than a thousand years, the temple is known for its historic buildings, religious traditions, and the many cultural heritage sites found in the surrounding area. It offers v...»
The Ogawadai Kofun Group is a cluster of ancient burial mounds located in Ogawadai, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. The site spreads across a tongue-shaped plateau on the eastern bank of the middle reaches of the Kuriyama River, in the central part of the Kujukuri coastal plain. The group consists of five keyhole-shaped tombs (zenpo-koen-fun), 12 round burial mounds, and o...»
The Shibayama Kofun Group is a nationally designated historic site located in Nakadai, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Although it is known as the "Shibayama Kofun Group," the site is actually located in Yokoshibahikari Town, not neighboring Shibayama Town. It is also sometimes referred to as the Nakadai Kofun Group. The site is particularly famous for the haniwa clay figu...»
Sakata Pond is a pond located in Sakata, Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Today, it serves as a regulating reservoir for the Boso Water Conveyance System, while the surrounding area has also been developed as a park enjoyed by local residents. Surrounded by abundant nature, Sakata Pond is a pleasant destination where visitors can enjoy outdoor recreation while discovering t...»
Sakata Castle was a medieval Japanese castle located in the Sakata area of Yokoshibahikari Town, Sambu District, Chiba Prefecture. Built during the Sengoku period and its preceding era, the castle played an important strategic role in the region. Although the castle itself no longer survives, its earthworks and moats remain in relatively good condition. Today, the ruins are a popular place to exp...»