Chiba Prefecture is located in the southeastern part of the Kanto region, with the Boso Peninsula, surrounded by the sea on three sides, comprising most of its territory. Narita International Airport serves as Japan's largest international gateway, and globally renowned attractions like Tokyo Disney Resort and Makuhari Messe are located here. The industrial structure is diverse, including the Keiyo Industrial Area, Choshi Port, and premier agricultural regions in the greater Tokyo area, and it's also famous as the production area for peanuts, pears, and spiny lobsters. The adoption of "Chibanian" as an international geological age name has drawn geological attention, while Kujukuri Beach and Minami Boso Quasi-National Park offer thriving marine leisure activities. The convenience of day-trip access from central Tokyo and the warm climate nurturing abundant nature and food culture are its attractions.

Climate Information

Best Season

Spring offers rape blossoms and strawberry picking; autumn has warm weather with few typhoons, making outdoor activities comfortable.

Months: 03, 04, 10, 11

Seasonal Highlights

Spring

The entire Minami Boso area is dyed yellow with rape blossoms, with strawberry picking and flower-picking events peaking.

Summer

Kujukuri Beach and Uchibo seaside bathing beaches open. Fireworks festivals are held nightly.

Autumn

Autumn foliage at Yoro Gorge and Lake Kameyama, with abundant autumn flavors like Pacific saury and spiny lobster.

Winter

The Boso Peninsula enjoys warm weather with narcissus blooming, while Katsuura's morning market, one of Japan's three great markets, bustles.

Basic Information

Capital City Chiba City
Area 5157.57 km²
Region Kanto Region
Anniversary Date Prefectural Citizens' Day (June 15)

Symbols

Flower Rape Blossom (Nanohana)
Tree Podocarpus (Inumaki)
Bird Meadow Bunting (Hoojiro)
Fish Sea Bream (Tai)
Songs Chiba Prefecture Citizens' Song
Neighboring Prefectures Tokyo , Saitama , Ibaraki , Kanagawa

Access Information

Airports

  • Narita International Airport (NRT) - Distance to Capital: 35km

Major Highways

  • Higashi-Kanto Expressway
  • Keiyo Road
  • Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line
  • Ken-O Expressway

Ferry Routes

  • Tokyo Bay Ferry (Kurihama Port–Kanaya Port)

JR East's 'Holiday One-Day Pass,' NEX Narita Express, and Keisei Skyliner discount tickets are convenient. NEXCO's Boso Tourism Drive Pass is also available for Boso Peninsula drives.

Tags

Chiba TourismTokyo Disney ResortNaritasan Shinshoji TempleBoso DriveStrawberry PickingKujukuri BeachChoshi PortPeanutsUmihotaruChibanian