Kamogawa Sea World
Explore Kamogawa Sea World, a renowned aquarium celebrated across Japan for its captivating killer whale family. Alongside the thrilling killer whale show, visitors can delight in enchanting performances by dolphins, sea lions, and beluga whales. Immerse yourself in the lush "Tropical Island" exhibits and get up close to the animals' spectacular displays at the dynamic […]
Uomizuka Observation Deck
Perched atop the eastern edge of the Mineokasan system within Issenba Park, Uomizuka offers visitors a captivating experience. Named for the fishermen who once spotted schools of fish off its shores, this site sits approximately 110 meters above sea level. Here, guests can revel in awe-inspiring panoramic vistas that stretch across the endless ocean and […]
Maebara Yokosuka Beach
Maebara-Yokosuka Beach has been honored as one of "Japan's 100 Most Beautiful Beaches," and it's easy to see why. With its gently curving shoreline and stunning vistas of the sparkling Pacific Ocean, this beach offers a picturesque escape. Palm trees swaying along the coast evoke the ambiance of a tropical paradise. During the summer months, […]
Niemonjima Island
Designated as a place of scenic beauty by Chiba Prefecture, Niemonjima Island spans 30,000 square meters and holds a storied past. Legend has it that the island was gifted to Niemon Hirano as a token of gratitude for rescuing the esteemed Shogun Minamoto-no-Yoritomo after his defeat in the Battle of Ishibashiyama. To this day, traditional-style […]
Tainoura Sightseeing Boat
Come witness the enigmatic "Mysterious Sea Bream" amidst the breathtaking scenery of the National Natural Park. Kominato is the birthplace of Nichiren Shonin. A mysterious event occurred at the time of Nichiren Shonin's birth. It is said that when Nichiren Shonin was born, a spring gushed out from the garden, blue lotus flowers bloomed out […]
Oyama Senmaida
The beautiful scenery of the rice fields combined with the mountains and sky is a must-see. In spring, the terraced rice fields are flooded, so you can enjoy the beautiful reflection of the water all around. In the summer, when the rice is growing you can view the gorgeous uniform green in the terraces. It's […]
Tanjoji Temple
Birthplace of Holy Priest Nichiren Tanjoji Temple was built in the place where Nichiren Shonin was born. This is a sacred place located in Kominato, in Southern Chiba, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Nichiren Shonin was born in 1222. On the occasion of Nichiren Shonin’s birth, legend has it that lotus flowers bloomed on the […]
Seichoji Temple
Seichoji Temple was founded in 771. In the Kamakura period (1185-1333), Nichiren Shonin, the founder of Nichiren school of Buddhism, was ordained as a priest and at the age of 32, he made a vow to establish Rikkyo and open the sect. The temple is 377 meters above sea level and is surrounded by cedar […]
Chouanji Temple Soto Zen Temple
Choan-ji “everlasting peace temple” Choan-ji was founded in 1505, during the warring period. The founder of Choan-ji is Juten Eiko Daiosho. Choan-ji was first sponsored by Masaki Tokishige, a feudal lord of the Masaki Family; and later, his daughter and wife of Satomi Yoshiyori of the Satomi Family, Goinkyo sama, helped in solidifying the foundations […]
Kamogawa City Folk Museum
The museum houses and exhibits approximately 9,000 pieces of local materials and cultural heritage, which remind us of the life in Kamogawa in the old days. 1st Floor Exhibition Room Lifestyle of Farmers A replica of a farm house between later Edo and early Showa period shows a kitchen with earth floor, living room, and […]