Chiba

Chiba Prefecture is an appealing area where urban entertainment and abundant nature coexist. What first catches the eye is Tokyo Disney Resort, which draws visitors from around the world. Yet just a little farther out, the grand nature of the Boso Peninsula opens up. You can enjoy spectacular scenery in every season, such as the beautiful coastline of Kujukuri Beach and Mount Nokogiri, known for its sheer cliff "Jigoku Nozoki." Historic spots are also plentiful. Naritasan Shinshoji, with a history of over 1,000 years, and Sawara, which still preserves Edo-period streets and is called the "Little Edo of Hokuso," are ideal places to feel Japanese tradition. Because it is home to Narita International Airport, it is also extremely convenient as a base for travel in Japan and abroad. In food, peanuts, of which Chiba is Japan's top producer, are famous, but since the prefecture is surrounded by sea on three sides, fresh seafood is also a must. From premium ingredients such as spiny lobster, abalone and splendid alfonsino to the local dish namero, made by mixing miso into minced horse mackerel, you can savor flavors unique to a seaside region. Whether you want to play actively or be soothed by quiet nature and history, Chiba satisfies every need, and that is its great appeal.