[Travel Guide to Funabashi City, Japan] A Treasure Place Next to Tokyo

Funabashi is a busy port city in northwestern Chiba Prefecture, less than 40 minutes by train from Tokyo Station, making it a great excursion during a visit to Japan’s capital. There are not only abundant shopping and entertainment options here, but also beautiful natural scenery and unique cultural experiences. [ShoppingBag] Shopping and Entertainment Tokyo Bay Lalaport: A popular shopping mall near Funabashi waterfront, it has a variety of stores and a fun-filled game center. Here you can buy new clothes, state-of-the-art electronics, handicrafts, and more. Pokémon Center: A colorful anime-themed store for anime lovers. Funabashi Land: A cute merchandise store related to Funabashi's mascot, the Pear Fairy, is worth a visit. AEON Mall and Venusburg: Other retail stores and cinemas to meet different shopping and entertainment needs. [Skier]Sports and Activities Nakayama Racecourse: Watch exciting horse racing. Funabashi Sports Park: Watch a baseball game and experience Japan's sports culture. [Whirligig] Theme Park Andersen Park: A picturesque fairytale theme park where you can enjoy a relaxing time, admire the beautiful scenery of the windmill and pond, and have a picnic on the lawn. [Shrine] Nature and Culture Funabashi Daijingu Shrine: An ancient shrine that prays for fishermen and seafarers. Sanbanze Marine Park: Watch birds, enjoy views of Tokyo Bay, and kids can play in the shallow waters. [Star] Special Experience Pear Picking: Experience picking juicy and sweet Japanese pears at Ono Pear Farm. The pear picking season is from late August to late September. Strawberry Picking: Enjoy picking strawberries at Tanakaen, available from January to May. Wadaiko Lesson: Experience the charm of traditional Japanese music at TAIKO-LAB Funabashi. Funabashi Yuyu Onsen: A hot spring facility built using the heat generated by Funabashi City's garbage disposal facility, it features an open-air bath and sauna. Antarctic Research Vessel SHIRASE: Visit the icebreaker that has visited Japan's Antarctic Station 25 times and learn about the history of Antarctic research. [Tramcar] Transportation and Location Funabashi Station: There are various shops, restaurants and entertainment venues in the surrounding area and across Tokyo Bay. Narita International Airport: Approximately one hour by train from Funabashi. [SnowFlake] Season and Weather Summer: Warm and humid, suitable for outdoor activities. Winter: It may snow, adding a different kind of scenery. Funabashi is a vibrant and attractive city that has something to offer whether it's shopping, entertainment, nature or cultural experiences. Next time you come to Japan, why not include Funabashi City in your travel plans!