The notebook of Chiba, Narita and the Bōsō Peninsula
Follow the paths that look at the sea.
Pilgrimage temples, feudal heritage and coastal reliefs make up a varied region at the eastern gates of Tokyo.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 6 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Coast · Heritage · Nature
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Chiba, Narita and the Bōsō Peninsula
Pilgrimage temples, feudal heritage and coastal reliefs make up a varied region at the eastern gates of Tokyo.
The discovery of Chiba, Narita and Bōsō peninsula is structured around Naritasan Shinshō-ji Temple, Chiba Castle and Nokogiri Mount. The stay thus alternates between urban life, the coastline, heritage and natural spaces, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 3 to 6 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Naritasan Shinshō-ji Temple
- Chiba Castle
- Mount Nokogiri
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Temple
Naritasan Shinshō-ji Temple
Naritasan Shinshō-ji is joined by an ancient street that descends from the railway station between shops and wooden houses. Its vast set of pagodas, halls and gardens hosts a lively pilgrimage, particularly lively during fire ceremonies and seasonal holidays.
Castle
Chiba Castle
The castle of Chiba is a modern reconstruction installed on the old fortified site of the family Chiba The city museum it houses puts the city back in regional history, while the park and moat offer a quiet walk in the spring.
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Mount Nokogiri
Mount Nokogiri dominates Tokyo Bay with ancient quarries, rock-cut stairs and large Buddhist reliefs. The viewpoints are spectacular, but the elevations and irregular steps require good shoes despite the access by cable car.
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