2025 Ichikawa Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#0yentripJanuary2025 [Daikeien] 🕰️Business hours: 24:00~ 🏖️Atmosphere/facilities: ◯ 📍Address: 358 Omachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0801 💰Price per person: 0~ 💞Reasons for recommendation: Contrary to the name, it was a place with a very American feel🤍 There are many basketball courts where you can play freely♬ The lights are sparkling in seven colors and make your head feel light🫣 The kids' space was surprisingly well-organized and there were sofas so we could relax😊 However, it was quite crowded and we couldn't find a parking space right away‼︎

I went to the "i-Link Town Observatory" directly connected to Ichikawa Station on the JR Sobu Line ☺️ This is a hidden tourist spot in Ichikawa City that anyone can enter for free ✨ After leaving the station ticket gate, follow the signs from the south exit, and take the elevator straight to the 45th floor 👍 On the top floor, there is an open-air observation facility with safety netting, so it's safe even if you're with small children. You can get a good view of the Skytree and Mt. Tsukuba, and on a clear day, you can see Tokyo Tower and Mt. Fuji at the same time 😳 There is also a cafe space called "i-Link Information Corner," and the coffee you can drink while overlooking Ichikawa City was amazing. ☕️ On cold days, there is also a space where you can view the Skytree side from indoors without having to go up to the observation deck✨ It's a place you'll want to go for various occasions, such as a date to watch the night view, a change of pace with family and friends, or when you want to relax alone🌃 It's easily accessible, so it's a must-see for Chiba residents✨ 📍Address: 1-10-1 Ichikawa Minami, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0033 The Towers West, 45th floor 🕰️Business hours: 9:00-22:00 (closed on Mondays) Coffee shop: 12:00-17:30 #FreeTabiWinter #0YenTravel #ChibaTourism #IchikawaCity

Daikeien is an amusement park open 24 hours a day, offering fun for both adults and children. From game centers to batting cages and go-karts, there are a variety of activities available. The go-karts, in particular, were exhilarating with their sense of speed. The food court is also well-equipped, allowing you to enjoy a meal while taking a break from playing. It's the perfect spot to have a blast with friends, and people of all ages can find satisfaction here. The park is so vast that you can't explore it all in just half a day.

📍Atelier & Cafe Anne of Green Gables Officially licensed by A.G.G.L.A. of Canada, this is the first Anne of Green Gables cafe in Japan to obtain a master license for cafes in Japan! It's stylishly located in a residential area✨ The rose garden is very popular in May and October, and it's very popular to enjoy the cafe while looking at the roses on the terrace seats! The tea you drink from the original tea utensils painted in the atelier is delicious♡ There are only 14 seats in the store, so it's quite small. You should definitely make a reservation! ... Please check it out★ ＊＊＊Details＊＊＊ 📍Atelier & Cafe Anne of Green Gables Address: 3-1940 Onomachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture Access: 7 minutes walk from Ichikawa City Ono Station on the JR Musashino Line Opening hours: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Closed Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday #AnneofGreenGables #ChibaGourmet #IchikawaOno #IchikawaOnoCafe #ChibaCafe #FriTabi

#0 yen trip Mama River Lantern Floating held in Ichikawa, Chiba Prefecture There is no custom of lantern floating in my hometown, so I was very happy to see it live! It was really beautiful...! 🌟 What is lantern floating?┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ A traditional Japanese custom of floating lanterns in the sea or river to mourn the dead and ancestors. 𓂃 𓈒𓏸𓂃 𓈒𓏸𓂃 𓈒𓏸𓂃 𓈒𓏸𓂃 𓈒𓏸𓂃 𓈒𓏸🏮 About Mama River Lantern Floating 🏮▶︎▶︎ Event summary It is held every year around the end of July! Prayers at 7pm? The event started, and then the lantern floating began 😌 It was possible to float a lantern down the river for 1,000 yen, but I gave up because I was told that I couldn't float it down the river myself 😭 ▶▶︎The atmosphere of Ichikawa Hozuki Market and the lantern floating had a strong local festival feel...! There were a lot of children and it was lively 🙌 At Tejina Reishindo, which is close to the Mama River, there were food stalls and other things, so you could get into the festival mood 🥰 There were no chairs or tables, and the dust was pretty intense, so if you want to eat food, you must secure a spot in advance...! People start lining up about 30 minutes before the lantern floating, so if you want to get a good spot, act early ◎ #Lantern floating #Ichikawa #Chiba sightseeing

#Tourist Spot Introducing some spots in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture! First, Katsushika Hachimangu Shrine, located north of Motoyawata. It's crowded with people even on holidays! Nikke Colton Plaza is a big shopping mall! There's food, apparel, and everything! It's perfect for hanging out with family and friends! If you're shopping in Ichikawa, this is the place to be! The Museum of Contemporary Industry and Ichikawa City Cultural Center are located on the south side of Motoyawata Station! They hold various events from time to time! With so many places to play around the station, you won't complain! It's also close to Urayasu, so if you're in the west of Chiba Prefecture, I recommend it! #Chiba#Motoyawata#Nikke Colton Plaza#Museum of Contemporary Industry#Ichikawa City Cultural Center#Urayasu#Ichikawa

I went to "Daikeien", one of the largest amusement parks in the Kanto region, located in Chiba Prefecture! ...

Katsushika Hachimangu Shrine was founded in the Heian period as the main shrine of Shimousa Province. The "Thousand Ginkgo Trees" towering to the right of the main hall are also designated as a national natural monument. In autumn, the sacred tree turns golden and is overwhelmingly beautiful. #Ginkgo #Gingko

"Ichikawa" is a yakitori restaurant that opened in Ichikawa in June. It's a small shop with five pairs of seats at the counter. It's an authentic and delicious restaurant that cooks the yakitori slowly and thoroughly over charcoal. #yakitori #gourmet #gourmettrip

Sanyukan A restaurant located about a 5-minute walk from Ichikawa Station. The menu is a little limited, but the set meals are cheap, filling, and very delicious. It has a homey atmosphere, so once you go, you'll definitely want to come back! Address: 2-1-1 Ichikawa Minami, Ichikawa City, 272-0033 Opening hours: Weekdays 18:00-23:00 Saturdays 18:00-22:00 Closed: Sundays and holidays #Gourmet #Town's set meal restaurant

Address: 3-5-16 Minami-Yahata, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture Atmosphere/Facilities: The entrance is deep and elegant. Recommended point: Delicious duck dishes Average price: Lunch is around 1200 yen Budget per person: From 1000 yen Evaluation: The food is generally healthy and recommended for those on a diet (^^) #trip2022 #gourmet

I was lucky enough to see monkeys performing at Hokekyoji Temple, which I visited for my first visit of the year. There were food stalls lined up and the temple was crowded with people during New Year's. Hokekyoji Temple was founded in 1260 during the Kamakura period. It is the head temple of the Nichiren sect. Address: 2-10-1 Nakayama, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture #trip2022 #firstvisittoshrine

The zoo is not large, but it is very fun with a wide variety of animals, including capybaras, otters, and alpacas. The botanical garden is free, but the zoo costs 440 yen.

Daikeien is a huge amusement complex located in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture. It is about a 20-minute walk from Omachi Station, and an 18-minute walk to the bus stop if you take the bus, so it is recommended to go by car 🚗 Karaoke, game centers, batting centers, billiards, table tennis, go-karts, basketball, and various other activities are all in one place, so children and adults can play to their heart's content all day long. Many of the facilities are indoors, so you can enjoy it without worrying about the weather. This unique place with a retro atmosphere and lots of neon lights has a different atmosphere from other game centers 🎶 Admission is free. It is open 24 hours a day, so adults can come after work too! (Unless you have enough energy) Please note that there is a fee for each activity, such as go-karts and billiards! ⚠️ 📍Address: 358 Omachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0801 🕰️Business hours: Open 24 hours #0 yen travel #game center #Daikeien #Chiba #Chiba sightseeing

[~Café Dubois~] This was originally a shop near Keisei Onikoshi Station, but it has since relocated and reopened in front of Motoyawata Station✨ It's a small cafe with few seats, but you can enjoy a wide range of high-quality meals, including galettes, crepes, bread, and cakes. This time, we visited at lunchtime. In the kitchen, a French chef carefully baked each piece, making for a wonderful lunch. Reservations are not taken on weekends, so you may have to queue for 30 to 60 minutes, but if you're looking for an authentic taste, it's worth a visit! ✨ Takeout orders are handled quickly, so it's a good place to stop by ◎ The staff were warm and very kind ☺️ The menu is also extensive, so I'd definitely like to visit again 🍴 📍Address: 2-16-22 Yahata, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0021 🕰️Business hours: ⚫︎Closed on Mondays (If open on Monday (holiday), closed the following Tuesday.) ⚫︎Wednesday-Sunday Open 10:30-Close 19:00 (Galette lunch) 10:45-15:00 (Crepes) Until 18:00 (Baked goods & drinks) Until 18:30 ⚫︎Tuesday Open 10:30-Close 17:00 Takeout & cafe only Last order 16:30 (*Galettes/crepes closed) #0 yen trip

Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Garden This is a zoological and botanical garden operated by Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture✨️ This time, we mainly visited the zoo, but the admission fee was 440 yen for adults, and it was great to be able to interact with pigs and guinea pigs! In the "Nakayoshi Room" on the 3rd floor of the Rest House, you can interact with micro pigs, but the size of the pigs was much larger than in the official photo🐖 We also encountered an alpaca walking, and it was very cute, dressed up and quiet even when surrounded by people🥰 Address: Zoo → 284-1 Omachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture Ornamental Botanical Garden → 213-11 Omachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture #Spring 0 yen trip #Ichikawa City Zoological and Botanical Garden #Ichikawa City #Chiba Prefecture

Beautiful Sakura Petals

🇯🇵【Chiba Prefecture】Famous for its Senbon Ginkgo trees!! Katsushika Hachiman Shrine (^^) It is said that it was built at the end of the 9th century by inviting Iwashimizu Hachiman Shrine in Kyoto (^^) A bell tower has been placed on the grounds as a remnant of Shinto-Buddhist syncretism! (^^)To the right of the main hall stands the sacred tree "Senbon Ginkgo", a large tree designated as a national natural monument! (^^)! The autumn leaves of the ginkgo trees are the best! Please go and see it (^^)!! ! ! ! 【Location】 4-2-1 Yahata, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture 【Access】 5 minutes on foot from Motoyawata Station #0 yen trip February 2025

#JapanFlightEvent Toyoko Inn Hotel Breakfast! The food here is really great value for money! 🏨 The location is good, and the room was clean and comfortable. Thanks to the free breakfast and side dishes, I was able to start my day with a full stomach. If you're looking for a comfortable place to rest while traveling, I recommend it! 🌟 #Toyoko Inn Hotel #ValueForMoneyHotel #TravelAccommodation #ComfortableAccommodation

#January Travel Support Event The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and Ebisu Tower both have free observation decks, but there is a free observation deck operated by the city in Chiba Ichikawa. The cafe inside is also cheap, with all menu items costing 200 yen.

Nagichan Ramen is a ramen shop located in front of Gyotoku Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line. It's a so-called chan-style ramen shop, but it's open 24 hours a day most of the week, so you can use it from morning until late at night. As you'd expect from chan-style ramen, it uses flat Daruma Seimen noodles, the clear soup is a light soy sauce soup, the pork slices are cut thinly and have a soft texture, and the bamboo shoots are very thin, making it an orthodox Chinese noodle dish that you'll never get tired of. The noodles are generally a little on the soft side, so we recommend ordering them firmer depending on your preference. You can also get rice for free, so it's a great value for money shop. 🕰️Business hours Monday 8:00-23:00 Tuesday 8:00-0:00 Wednesday 24 hours Thursday 24 hours Friday 24 hours Saturday 24 hours Sunday 0:00-23:00 Address: 2-3-1 Gyotoku Ekimae, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0133 Recommended points: Great value for money and located in front of the station Average price: 1,000 yen Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 stars)

"Steak Ishii" is a steakhouse loved by locals, and the interior is decorated with many signs, and it seems to be a popular restaurant among celebrities. ✨ What is especially recommended is the high quality of the meat and how it is cooked. The steaks are carefully cooked after the order is placed, juicy and tender, and the flavor of the meat spreads with every bite. Lunch is very popular because you can eat high-quality steaks at an affordable price. I was able to get a seat without lining up around 12 o'clock on a Thursday, but it seemed to be constantly full. 💡 Another nice point is that coffee is included after the meal. ❣️ Dinner is a bit expensive, so it's perfect for special occasions or when you want to enjoy a little luxury. If you want to enjoy authentic steak dishes, this is a restaurant worth visiting. 📍Address: 1-7 Gyotoku Ekimae, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0133 🕰️Business hours: 11:00-14:30, 17:00-20:30 Closed on Tuesdays 💰Price per person: 1200 yen (lunch) #0 yen trip January 2025

Have you ever seen an amusement center like this? ✨ "Daikeien" in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture is truly a secret base for adults🤩 The founder's hobby is to display many vehicles and parts, and collect figures, creating a unique neon atmosphere from noon. All kinds of games are here✨ Of course there is UFO catcher, but there is also a batting center, basketball court, darts, billiards, karaoke, medal games and slots The most popular game is the go-kart, which runs 10 laps in one race🚗 Enjoy with family, friends and dates Daikeien is a popular spot where anyone can return to their childhood❣️ 📍Address: 358 Omachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0801 🕰️Business hours: Open 24 hours #0 yen trip January 2025

#0yentravelJanuary2025 #Domestictravel #Chiba We visited Robata and Oden Koronagirai when we went sightseeing in Ichikawa on our trip to Chiba 🏮 As a new restaurant in the same chain that opened on July 1st, the interior was bright and clean. It has a spacious space with many table seats, and there are also semi-private seats, so it seems to be useful for a variety of occasions. The selling point of this restaurant is the all-you-can-eat oden! You can get oden as an appetizer for 550 yen (tax included), but it's an all-you-can-eat restaurant where you can have as many refills as you like of your favorite types. I was also happy that there was a wide variety of oden, including daikon radish, egg, octopus legs, konjac, deep-fried tofu, shumai, hanpen, shirataki, and satsumaage 🤍 1-4-17 Ichikawa, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0034 Actiore Ichikawa B1 16:00-01:00

#ancienttownvibes I would like to introduce Honmokusan Myoko-ji Temple in Myokojidai. It is a temple with a long history that follows the teachings of Nichiren Daishoin. According to the temple legend, it was founded in 814 by Kobo Daishi (Kukai), the founder of the Shingon sect, and at first it was called Tokai-ji Temple, and Yakushi Nyorai was enshrined as the principal image. In 1264, it was changed to Myoko-ji Temple due to the inctrination of Nichiren Daishonin. It is also famous as the birthplace of the national anthem "Kimigayo" and was composed by John William Fenton, the head of the British Army's military music, in the fall of Meiji 2. As for the lyrics, I sent the congratulatory song department of the ancient and modern wakashu to Mr. Fenton and asked him to compose them. The original Kimigayo was abolished once in Meiji 9 because it was difficult to sing in a European-style chorus tone, and the revision of the national anthem composition in Meiji 13 was carried out mainly by Nakamura, the naval military music director, and it has become a masterpiece in Japan today.

If anyone is coming to Tokyu Disneyland, I recommend booking CVS Bay Hotel, which is only two stations away from Maihama Station. The hotel is right next to the station, so just turn left and you’ll be there. If anyone is planning to stay and watch the fireworks late at night, I recommend booking a hotel near Disney. It’s worth it because you don’t have to travel on the train. The hotel is at Ichikawa Shiohama Station. I highly recommend it. I like it.

Omachi Pear Street in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture There are many pear orchards in this area, and in season, pears are sold directly in front of the orchards. Among them, Kanbeien not only sells pears, but also runs a cafe It operates under the name Cafe Kanbee. In addition to freshly picked pears, there is a wide variety of menu items such as pear-made sorbet and pear liquor, so you can enjoy pears in various ways. At the open-air cafe, you can enjoy a relaxing time watching the pear selection work and the pear orchard. After using the cafe, you can purchase pears to go home. Address: 230 Omachi, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, 272-0801 Atmosphere/Facilities: Cafe attached to pear orchard Average price: 1000 yen Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars) #Pear #PearStreet #Cafe #Chiba #Ichikawa

#2024Travel Review Located in Suginami-ku, Tokyo, Koenji is an area full of personality and culture, perfect for a day trip. It is famous for its diverse shopping streets, vintage culture, music scene and unique subculture atmosphere. Here is a suggested itinerary for a day trip to Koenji that will allow you to fully experience the charm of this place. ## **One-day tour in Koenji** ### **Morning: Explore shopping streets and vintage stores** 1. **Junjo Shopping Street and Look Shopping Street** Koenji is famous for its many shopping streets, including Junjo Shopping Street and Look Shopping Street. These shopping streets have a nostalgic atmosphere and are home to a wide variety of cafes, sundry shops and restaurants. In particular, the Junjou Shopping Street, whose name comes from the Naoki Shang novel "Koenji Junjou Shopping Street", is of great historical significance.[6][8] 2. **Vintage Treasure Hunt** Koenji is known as Tokyo's "Vintage Paradise" and is more unique than Shimokitazawa. We recommend visiting "Bernet" (American retro style), "umber" (denim fabric), and "mepontego" (Japanese hipster style). The vintage clothing here is very affordable, making it a must-see for fashion lovers.[8][9] 3. **Weather Shrine** Located in the Hikawa Shrine, it is the only weather shrine in Japan and the filming location of "Weathering with You". Here you can find cute sunny doll amulets and unique red seals, which are perfect for collecting amulets or praying for good weather.[8][9] --- ### **Lunch: Enjoy local delicacies** 1. **Tensuke Fried Egg Tempura (天すけ)** This small restaurant located at the north exit of Koenji is famous for its fresh and crispy tempura, especially the fried egg tempura. It is recommended to arrive early as seating is limited.[8] 2. **Coffee and light meals** If you want to relax, you can go to the "コーラル" cafe, taste the handmade pancakes and chat with the mama-san who has been running the business for many years, and feel the strong human touch [8]. --- ### **Afternoon: Cultural and Artistic Exploration** 1. **Amateur Rebellion and Underground Culture** Koenji is an important base for subculture and underground music in Tokyo. You can find many independent bookstores, vinyl record stores, and art galleries such as the Uptown Koenji Gallery[7][8] in the alleys. 2. **Experience the Sento culture at Kosugi-yu** Kosugi-yu is a historic public bathhouse that offers a traditional Japanese Sento experience, perfect for relaxing.[9] --- ### **Evening: Izakaya and Nightlife** 1. **Izakaya Tour** There are many small izakayas in Koenji. For example, the alleys at the north exit are full of small bars that offer affordable food and drinks, making them a great place to experience the local nightlife[6][8]. 2. **Live Music** In the evening, you can go to "Tokyo Koenji 20,000 Voltage" or other live music venues to enjoy punk rock or J-Pop live performances and experience the vibrant music atmosphere of Koenji[6]. --- ### **Transportation Information** - It takes about 6 minutes to reach Koenji Station by taking the JR Chuo Line rapid train from Shinjuku Station. It is very convenient. - Most attractions in the area are within walking distance[5][6]. --- Koenji is a charming area that combines nostalgia, creativity and subculture. Whether it is shopping, food or cultural exploration, you can spend a fulfilling day.