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Kanto Chiba Sweeping shorelines, world-famous theme parks, and timeless temples

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From Olympic surfing venues and mountainous trekking to historic villages, Disney resorts and outlet shopping, Chiba has something for all

How to get there.

The JR Sobu Line travels through several of Tokyo’s main stations, including Shinjuku, Tokyo and Akihabara. From Chiba Station, you can access many prefectural sights via the local train network. The Keiyo Line, which stretches around the bay, connects Tokyo to Chiba’s main urban attractions such as the Disney resorts and the Makuhari Messe exhibition center. You can use the Japan Rail Pass for JR train lines.

Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea, the latter of which is unique to Japan
Swimming, windsurfing, diving and more at Chiba's beaches
Traveling back in time at the historic town of Sawara
Soaking up the beauty of Shinshoji Temple in Narita, listed in the Michelin Green Guide Japan

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Sweltering Japanese summers make fans essential. The stylish Boshu uchiwa, made from bamboo, is covered with handmade washi paper, silk or cotton to produce its iconic paddle-like shape. Chiba is one of three areas including Kyoto and Kagawa that are famous for their fans.

Namero is a traditional fisherman's dish from the coastal area of southern Chiba. It is a mix of Pacific saury, jack mackerel and various other freshly caught fish minced together with leeks, ginger and miso. It can be eaten on its own or as an accompaniment to a bowl of freshly boiled white rice. It was originally prepared on boats in rough seas and uses miso instead of easily spillable soy sauce as seasoning.

Most of Japan's peanuts are grown in Chiba, and they're famous for their rich flavor and slight sweetness. Chiba peanut farmers have found some unique ways to prepare the humble peanut, including baking, steaming, boiling and even pickling them.

Seasonal Highlights

Visit one of Chiba's many parks to see flowers ranging from cherry blossoms and peonies to azaleas. April's Narita Drum Festival, one of Japan's leading taiko drum events, is a calendar highlight.

Popular getaways for Tokyoites, surf, sun and lazy days await at Kujukuri, Onjuku and Okinoshima beaches. Fireworks festivals abound.

Fall highlights include autumn-leaf viewing at Yoro Valley, or seeing mountainous colors from above, riding the ropeway up Mt. Nokogiri.

Winter in Chiba sees plenty of holiday celebrations and from the contemporary at Disneyland, to more traditional offerings at Shinshoji Temple. Tokyo German Village is particularly popular for its illuminations.

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Best Places to Visit in Chiba

Chiba Prefecture is located just east of Tokyo and home to one of the most-visited place by international tourists… Narita International Airport! Many people also know Chiba Prefecture for Tokyo Disneyland that is also located in the region. But Chiba is also home plenty of other fascinating sightseeing spots ranging from beautiful nature to hidden cultural activities. A large part of the prefecture is made up of the Boso Peninsula, which offers popular tourists’ destinations especially for people from the Kanto region. Chiba is popular as a daytrip from Tokyo, and features one of the longest beaches in Japan (60 km!), a large aquarium, historical sites, one of the most important temples in the country, the most visited theme parks in Japan, and much more. Here are our recommended places to visit in Chiba that you should visit!

How to get to Kujukuri Beach

How to get to naritasan shinshoji temple, 3. nokogiriyama, how to get to yoro valley, how to get to sawara, how to get to inubosaki, how to get to tokyo disney resort, how to get to akenobonoyama agricultural park, how to get to mother farm, how to get to kamogawa sea world, 11. narita airport, 12. outlet shopping in chiba, 1. kujukuri beach.

Kujukuri Beach is a sandy beach that occupies much of the northeast coast of the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture. With kilometers of beach, the beach is about 60 kilometers long (the longest beach open to public in Japan), Kujukuri Beach is popular for swimming, surfing, and other marine sports. There are no reefs in front of the beach and long, high Pacific waves crash right onto the beach, making the beach especially famous as one of the best surfing spots in the country. From Tokyo you can do a day trip to Kujukuri Beach by public transportation, but the easiest way to travel to Kujukuri beach is by car. There are plenty of parking areas and facilities such as free showers that you can use along the beach. There are also some local ryokan and small minshuku located in the fishermen towns.

From Tokyo Station, take JR Sobu Line Limited Express to Choshi Station. From Choshi Station, take a local bus to Inubou bus stop (about 15 min).

2. Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, founded in 940, is one of the best-known temples in Kanto Region which includes a large complex of buildings and grounds. It is located in Narita city, not far from Narita International Airport . The temple is dedicated to Acala, Fudo Myo-Ou in Japanese, who is usually depicted holding a sword and rope and surrounded by flames. Often called a fire god, it is associated with fire rituals.

A wide variety of temple buildings can be found on the ground of Naritasan, including the temple’s new and former main hall, a three storied pagoda and the Great Pagoda of Peace, along with a pleasant park.

You can also enjoy exploring the Omotesando , the approach to the temple which stretches about one kilometer from the train station. Naritasan’s Omotesando is a lively street lined by numerous restaurants and shops selling traditional crafts, foods and souvenirs.

15 to 20 min walk from JR Narita or Keisei Narita Station.

Beautiful views, the biggest stone statue of Buddha of Japan and amazing nature. This is what you can find at Mount Nokogiri also know as Nokogiriyama, which translates as sawtooth mountain . There are two ways to reach the top of the mountain: you can take the ropeway or hike your way to the summit. After the relatively easy hike leads you through a thick forest full of wildlife, you will be rewarded with some stunning views of Tokyo Bay. There are multiple view points at the top, all providing you with great views, on a clear day, you will see Mount Fuji from the top!

On the mountain you can also visit the Nihonji Temple, one of the oldest places of worship in the Kanto region built over 1300 years ago in 725. Here you can find the largest carved Buddha statue, over 1500 statues of Buddhist disciples (rakan) and other stone statues.

Nokogiriyama Ropeway 9am – 4pm (Nov 16 – Feb 15) 9am – 5pm (Feb 16 – Nov 15) Admission ¥950 (round trip), ¥500 (one-way)

4. Yoro Valley

Yoro Valley is a part of Okukiyosumi Prefectural Natural Park, one of the best natural areas in Chiba. Located at the center of the Boso Peninsula, the valley stretches six kilometers to the south from Yoro-Keikoku Station. The valley is popular for visitors all year round: the blooming cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, various outdoor activities such as hiking and swimming in summer, red-coloured leaves in autumn, and icicles hanging from the rocks in winter.

The valley features the largest waterfalls in Chiba called Awamata no Taki , and walking trails along the banks of the Yoro River which passed right by the waterfalls. This is a very popular spot for hiking.

From Tokyo Station, take the Keiyo Line to Soga Station. From Soga Station, take the Uchibo Line to Goi Station. From Goi Station, take the Kominato Line and get off at Yoro-Keikoku Station (about 2.5 hrs).

Sawara is a small town northeast of Narita city, known as Little Edo due to its’ the preserved atmosphere of the Edo Period (1603-1867) . During the Edo Period, Sawara prospered as a hub for merchants and rice shipments. Some of the businesses have operated continuously since that time, and the streets of Sawara are lined with the merchants’ houses, old warehouses, and historic buildings. The canals that run through Sawara are also the very same waterways merchants used 200 years ago. Present day, you can enjoy a tour on a flat bottomed boat along these canals under several beautiful bridges crossing the canals, including the “waterfall bridge” from which water flows at certain times each day.

The popular times to visit Sawara are during the Sawara Matsuri, a festival held twice a year in July and October. The floats topped by giant dolls, representing mythological Japanese warriors and heroes, are wheeled through the streets.

Sawara 9am – 5pm Free admission

From Chiba Station, take JR Sobu Main Line, get off at Sawara station (about 1 hr).

6. Cape Inubosaki

Located in the eastern area of the Kanto Region in Choshi city, Cape Inubosaki is famous for being one of the Japan’s leading fishing harbours. Inubosaki means “cape where a dog barks”. The name came from a legend that an abandoned dog howled for seven days before turning into stone. The main attraction is the Inubosaki Lighthouse which was designed by Henry Brunton and built in 1874. It offers spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding area.

From Tokyo Station, take the Choshi Electric Railway Line to Inubo Station (about 3 hrs).

7. Tokyo Disney Resort

Hands down the most popular spot in Chiba Prefecture, Tokyo Disney Resort comprises of two theme parks: Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, along with the Ikspiari shopping mall and multiple resort hotels. Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea are the most visited theme parks in Japan and one of the most visited theme parks in the world.

Tokyo Disneyland was opened in 1983 as the first Disney theme park outside of the United States. There are seven themed lands; World Bazaar, Tomorrowland, Toontown, Fantasy Land, Critter Country, Westernland, and Adventureland. Although the park is modelled after Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida, there are some attractions unique to Tokyo Disney Land. Similar to other Disneylands, the park features seasonal decorations and parades.

Tokyo DisneySea, opened in 2001, is unique to Japan and there are seven themed ports; Mediterranean Harbor, Mysterious Island, Mermaid Lagoon, Arabian Coast, Lost River Delta, Port Discovery and American Waterfront.

Tokyo Disney Resort Daily opened from 10am – 9pm Admission fee starting at ¥8,200 and ticket sales start every Wednesday at 2pm for up to approximately one month ahead.

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To Tokyo Disneyland, walk 5 minutes from JR Maihama Station.

To Tokyo DisneySea, take the Disney Resort Monorail to Tokyo Disney Sea Station from JR Maihama Station. You can also walk to the park from Maihama Station (about 20 minutes).

8. Akebonoyama Agricultural Park

Located in Kashiwa City, this park, has rows of various seasonal flowers year round. There are cherry blossoms in spring, sunflowers in summer, spider lilies and cosmos in autumn, and violas in winter. In addition, you can enjoy beautiful scenery with flowers with a large windmill and walk around the pond with fish. The park also has a Japanese garden, a barbecue area, rental bikes, and athletic play areas.

9am – 5pm Free admission

Take Bando Bus from JR Abiko Station North Exit bound for Akebonoyama Koen Iriguchi, get off at Akebonoyama Koen Iriguchi (about 7 min).

9. Mother Farm

Located in the center of the Boso Peninsula, Mother Farm or Mother Bokujo is one of the most popular spots in Chiba, especially for children. The park is a huge open area with colourful flower fields, a barnyard of farm animals, and a small amusement park. You can participate in farm activities including fruit-picking, horseback riding, and cheese- and butter-making.

A popular feature of the park are the animal shows such as sheep run, duck parade and pig race. In addition, a sheepherder from New Zealand teaches you about raising sheep. Because the park is very big, 2.5 million square meters, it is recommended to ride the sightseeing buses in the park; the Wanwan Bus (Dog) and Tonton Bus (Pig).

Mother Farm 9.30am – 4.30pm Admission fee ¥1,500 (adult), ¥800 (children) There is also a combi-ticket available if you want to visit Mother Farm and Kamogawa Seaworld. This ticket costs ¥ 3,800 and is valid for 1 month.

From Sanukimachi Station or Kimitsu Station, there are buses which go to the Mother Farm.

10. Kamogawa Sea World

Kamogawa Sea World is a large aquarium on the Boso Peninsula facing the Pacific Ocean. Opened in 1970, the facility houses about 11,000 sea creatures in several different zones which include the Ocean Stadium, Eco Aquaroam, Marine Theater, Tropical Island, Polar Adventure, and Rocky World. Throughout the day, there are live performances of the different sea animals including the killer whales, dolphins, belugas, and sea lions. During the scheduled animal feeling times, the staff tells more about the animals and you can go up close to the marine animals.

Kamogawa Sea World 9am – 4pm Admission from ¥3,000 There is also a combi-ticket available if you want to visit Kamogawa Seaworld and Mother Farm. This ticket costs ¥ 3,800 and is valid for 1 month.

Discounted tickets for Kamogawa Sea World

From Tokyo Station, there is the Aqua Line Express Bus which takes you directly to the Kamogawa Sea World (about 2 hrs).
From Tokyo Station, take JR Wakashio Limited Express to JR Awa-Kamogawa Station, then the free shuttle bus takes you to the Kamogawa Sea World (about 2 hrs).

As we have mentioned before, Narita Airport is located in Chiba about 1 – 2 hrs. from central Tokyo. If you are looking for the best way to get to and from the airport, please read our blog How to get to and from Narita Airport . The surroundings of the airport are also great for exploring, there are many things to do in the area. Read can read about some things to do in our blog 7 things to do near Narita Airport . We also offer private tours in the area, perfect for when you have a layover of a few hours. Please contact us for more information !

Shopping is part of the fun when travelling and in Chiba Prefecture you can visit 3 different outlet malls with easy acces from Tokyo , where you can shop heavily discounted clothes and items of both Japanese and famous international brands. Mitsui Outlet Park is one of the most popular and largest shopping malls in Japan of which two are located in Chiba. Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari is a 30 – 40 min train ride from Tokyo, or a 40 – 50 min bus ride from Narita International Airport . Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu in south western Chiba is with 308 shops the largest outlet shopping mall in Japan. The mall in Kisarazu is also easily accessible from Tokyo with direct busses departing regularly from several stations. The third outlet mall in Chiba is Shisui Premium Outlets, located a 10-minute car ride from Narita International Airport, making it a popular stopover trip for visitors to Japan.

Chiba is a great destination to visit if you like nature and hiking. Ideally you’d spend the night somewhere in Chiba, but it can also be easily visited as a day trip from Tokyo. The prefecture is well connected to Tokyo, so take a nice break from the city and discover beautiful Chiba!

Happy travelling!

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Chiba Prefecture (��t��, Chiba-ken) is located east of Tokyo . Many foreign travelers visit Chiba Prefecture, because Narita Airport , one of Japan's busiest international airports , is located there. The prefectural capital is Chiba City. A large part of the prefecture is made up of the rural Boso Peninsula which is a popular resort destinations for Tokyoites.

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2022 Domestic Travel Subsidy Program: Discounts for Residents in Japan!

Japan's Domestic Travel Subsidy Program, offering discounts of up to 11,000 yen per person, launched on October 11, 2022. This article gives an overview of the travel discount program, details on participating travel agencies and reservation sites, and prefectural websites! 　

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What Is Japan's Domestic Travel Subsidy Program?

2022 Domestic Travel Subsidy Program: Discounts for Residents in Japan!

Himeji Castle. Photo by Pixta The Domestic Travel Subsidy Program , aiming to stimulate Japan's tourism industry, launched in October 2022. Eligible travelers will be entitled to discounts up to a maximum of 11,000 yen each.

Due to the sudden flood of reservations, there is concern among those unable to make their bookings. However, a national budget of 560 billion yen has been allocated for this campaign. So, travelers can expect to benefit from the generous subsidies offered by this program.

This article will introduce Japan's Domestic Travel Subsidy Program with an outline and important things to keep in mind. MATCHA readers will learn details about participating travel agencies and reservation sites. There's also a list featuring each prefecture and its respective website!

Outline of the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program

What are the dates of this program.

The discount campaign runs from October 11 until December 20, 2022. Starting dates can differ slightly depending on the prefecture.

How Much Are the Travel Discounts?

Travelers will receive a 40% discount. The discount is capped at 8,000 yen per person per night for tours that include transportation and accommodation. The discount is capped at 5,000 yen per person per night for accommodations only.

Discount coupons can also be used in certain regions for restaurants and souvenirs. Additionally, there are 3,000 yen discounts for weekday accommodations and 1,000 yen discounts for accommodations on national holidays. These are available directly at the accommodation facility.

Important Points of the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program

The Great Buddha of Kamakura. Photo by Pixta

Here are some key things to keep in mind with this subsidy program.

Limited to Japanese Citizens and International Residents

The program's main criteria for eligibility is that applicants live in Japan. This applies to Japanese citizens and international residents. A driver's license, My Number card, or another form of identification is required to show proof of Japanese residency.

Unfortunately, the discount campaign is not available to international visitors but only to international residents of Japan.

Vaccine Passport (3 Shots) or a Negative PCR Test Required

Travelers who want to receive discounts on this campaign will need to present a vaccination certificate showing they've had three shots. Those who haven't received three vaccinations must provide a negative PCR test.

To receive an accommodation discount, please remember that all group members must present their vaccine passport (3 shots), not just the group representative.

How the Word "Holiday" Is Defined

The monetary amount of discount coupons differs depending on whether it's a weekday or a national holiday. Fundamentally, a "holiday" refers to a one-night, two-day stay on Saturdays and Sundays. In other words, a one-night, two-day stay on Friday-Saturday or Sunday-Monday will be considered a weekday accommodation.

Program Details Differ Depending on the Prefecture

Each prefecture in Japan is included in the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program, making it different from the Go To Travel Campaign launched in 2020.

This is why the details of the subsidy program differ in each prefecture. Some prefectures even offer original travel discounts―in addition to the 11,000 yen maximum subsidy offered by the national campaign.

Which Accommodation Facilities Offer Discounts?

Keep in mind that not all accommodation facilities and tours are part of the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program.

Please note that at the end of this article, there's a list of websites for each prefecture's subsidy campaign. This article also features information on tours.

We Recommend Making Reservations ASAP!

Presently, accommodation facilities have received a flood of reservations, prompting travel agencies and tour companies to shut down their website reservation sites temporarily.

However, the subsidy program is backed by a 560 billion yen budget. Although many places have stopped taking reservations, there's a good possibility that they will resume bookings in the near future. So, please keep checking back with them.

Discounts in Addition to the Travel Subsidy Program

Tokushima Prefecture's Iya Valley Gorge. Photo by Pixta

As previously mentioned, each prefecture's details concerning the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program will differ. Next, we'll introduce some of the prefectures offering original discounts in addition to the national subsidy program.

Tadaima Tokyo Plus (Japanese) is the website for accessing the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program in Tokyo. This can be used in conjunction with Motto TOKYO (Japanese), a discount service for travels in the greater Tokyo area for locals.

Motto TOKYO offers a 5,000 yen discount on one night's accommodation. With the national program, travelers can enjoy a maximum discount of up to 16,000 yen!

The start date for Motto TOKYO was October 20, 2022.

Nagano Prefecture

Nagano Prefecture's Shinshu Wari SPECIAL (Japanese) offers a 1,000 yen discount (500 yen coupon x 2) on transportation for a one-night stay per person. This will help keep transportation costs down when visiting spots within the prefecture.

Nara Prefecture

Nara Prefecture's Ima Nara Campaign 2022 (Japanese) offers discount coupons for souvenir shopping and other items at participating shops in the prefecture. 1,000 yen coupons are issued for national holidays, while 2,000 yen coupons are available for prefectural citizens.

Kochi Prefecture

In Kochi Prefecture, the Kochi Kanko Recovery Campaign (Japanese)―Kochi's original discount campaign―can be used with the Kochi Kanko Tokuwari Campaign (Japanese), the national program.

The Kochi Kanko Recovery Campaign offers travelers a 5,000 yen cashback on money spent on highway fees and public transportation.

Tokushima Prefecture

Tokushima Prefecture's Minnade! Tokushima Travel Wari (Japanese) is aimed at travel packages within the prefecture that include accommodation and travel fees. It plans on giving each person a maximum of 5,000 yen cashback in addition to the national campaign's benefits.

Which Travel Sites Deal With the Travel Subsidy Program?

With the Travel Subsidy Program, discounts can be received when making a reservation directly with the accommodation facility. Travelers can also make a booking via a hotel reservation site.

Below, we've listed the reservation sites that handle the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program.

Currently, some sites are temporarily not accepting bookings due to the flood of reservations. There might be additional important points to consider, so please consult the official websites for more details.

Rakuten Travel

Join a Tour for a Worry-Free Experience

Some people might feel that it's troublesome to check the terms and conditions of the subsidy program in different prefectures.

We recommend booking a tour through a travel agency at times like this! Below, we've listed tour companies that handle the subsidy program, so by all means, please take a look.

Yahoo! Travel

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Official Websites for Participating Prefectures and Cities

The prefectures and their official websites for accessing the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program are listed below. Please use this as a reference when departing on your next trip.

Note: All of the websites are in Japanese. Some websites have links to English travel content but not to the subsidy program itself.

Use These Discounts to Enjoy Travels in Japan!

Rurikoin Temple in Kyoto. Photo by Pixta With the domestic COVID-19 situation gradually improving, many people in Japan are getting the travel bug.

In addition to the Domestic Travel Subsidy Program, several prefectures are offering their own unique travel discount services.

Please use these campaigns to save on expenses and fully enjoy your travels in Japan!

Main image: Tokushima Prefecture's Iya Valley Gorge. Photo by Pixta

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Chiba: 12 Top-Rated things to do in Chiba, Japan

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Welcome to our latest blog post, where we will be exploring the 12 top-rated things to do in Chiba, a captivating destination in the Kanto Region of Japan. Chiba Prefecture , situated east of Tokyo, is an incredible blend of modernity, history, and natural beauty that offers a unique experience for travelers. From exciting theme parks and mesmerizing marine life to serene temples and stunning landscapes, Chiba has something for everyone. In this article, we have handpicked 12 of the must-visit attractions in Chiba that will guarantee an unforgettable experience. So, pack your bags and get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the wonders of Chiba in the Kanto Region.

1. Tokyo German Village

Immerse yourself in German culture at this charming theme park, offering a delightful mix of German architecture, food, and entertainment.

Tokyo German Village, situated in Sodegaura City within Chiba Prefecture, is a delightful theme park that transports visitors to the heart of Germany without leaving Japan. Established in 2001, this enchanting destination offers an authentic taste of German culture through its architecture, food, and entertainment. Covering an area of 250,000 square meters, Tokyo German Village showcases traditional German-style buildings and charming cobblestone streets that invite guests to explore and soak in the atmosphere. The park is divided into several sections, including a flower garden, a playground, and a petting zoo, providing entertainment for the whole family.

One of the main attractions of Tokyo German Village is its mouthwatering array of German cuisine. Visitors can indulge in classic dishes like bratwurst, sauerkraut, and schnitzel, as well as a variety of German beers and wines at the park’s restaurants and food stalls. Throughout the year, Tokyo German Village hosts a variety of seasonal events, such as the popular Winter Illumination. This dazzling light display attracts visitors from all over Japan, featuring over 3 million LED lights that create a mesmerizing, festive atmosphere.

To reach Tokyo German Village, take the JR Uchibo Line to Sodegaura Station, and then hop on the complimentary shuttle bus that operates between the station and the theme park.

Official Website: Tokyo German Village

Address: 419 Nagayoshi, Sodegaura, Chiba 299-0204

Reviews Visit: TripAdvisor

2. Makuhari Messe

Visit one of Japan’s largest convention centers, which hosts a variety of events, trade shows, and concerts throughout the year.

Makuhari Messe, located in the Mihama-ku area of Chiba City, is one of Japan’s most prominent and versatile convention centers. Established in 1989, this modern, expansive facility boasts a total floor area of 210,000 square meters, making it an ideal venue for hosting a diverse range of events. As a traveler, you’ll find numerous opportunities to explore this architectural marvel and attend various events throughout the year. From international trade shows like the Tokyo Motor Show to renowned fan conventions such as the Tokyo Game Show, Makuhari Messe provides a vibrant space for both industry professionals and enthusiasts alike.

The convention center is easily accessible via public transportation, with Kaihimmakuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line only a 5-minute walk away. In the vicinity, you’ll find a range of hotels, shopping centers, and dining options, catering to the diverse needs of visitors. A visit to Makuhari Messe offers an opportunity to experience Japan’s dynamic event culture and serves as a gateway to explore the modern side of Chiba City.

Official Website: Makuhari Messe

Address: 2 Chome-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba, 261-0023

3. Kamogawa Sea World

Experience the magic of marine life at this popular aquarium, featuring incredible shows and a variety of marine species.

Kamogawa Sea World, nestled along the picturesque coastline of Kamogawa City in Chiba Prefecture, is a must-visit destination for marine life enthusiasts. This renowned aquarium, established in 1970, offers an immersive and educational experience that allows visitors to witness the beauty and diversity of the underwater world.

Spanning over 30 acres, Kamogawa Sea World is home to over 11,000 marine creatures representing 800 different species. The aquarium is divided into four main areas – Eco Aquario, Tropical Island, Rocky World, and Marine Theater – each showcasing a unique marine ecosystem and its inhabitants.

One of the major highlights of Kamogawa Sea World is its awe-inspiring live shows. Visitors can marvel at the playful antics of dolphins, the power and grace of killer whales, and the acrobatic skills of sea lions. In addition to the shows, the aquarium offers various interactive programs such as animal feeding and touch pools, allowing guests to get up close and personal with sea creatures like stingrays and sharks.

Official Website: Kamogawa Sea World

Address: 1464-18 Higashicho, Kamogawa, Chiba 296-0041

To buy your ticket: Click Here

4. Mother Farm Chiba

Enjoy a fun-filled day at this family-friendly farm, where you can interact with animals, pick fruits, and participate in various outdoor activities.

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Staycation with Chiba Tokutabi Campaign

My name is Riii .

The spread of the coronavirus has made it difficult to travel in this world, but thanks to the spread of the coronavirus, I have become addicted to staycations at good hotels in the neighborhood.

This time, I stayed at Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama using the Chiba Tokutabi Campaign (also known as “Kenmin Block Discount”), so I’ll write about that.

What is the Chiba Tokutabi Campaign?

What are the conditions for eligible travel that you are interested in, about regional coupons, grand nikko tokyo bay maihama, access to the hotel, access to the park, nicco standard room, 7:00 to 10:30 a.m. morning hours, 1pm to 4pm tea time, 5:30 to 8 p.m. cocktail hour, 8pm to 10pm night time, about breakfast, save on staycations with the campaign.

This campaign offers a 5,000 yen discount on travel products booked through travel agencies and accommodations facilities participating in the Chiba Tokutabi Campaign for a per-person price of 10,000 yen (including tax) or more.

In addition to the discount, you will also receive a regional coupon worth 2,000 yen per person per night. That’s a real 7,000 yen discount!

I booked a room using the campaign on Rakuten Travel and stayed at the Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama in a Nikko Standard Room (breakfast included).

Most major travel sites and hotel reservation sites offer Toku-Travel campaign coupons.

If you book through Rakuten Travel , you can use Rakuten points. I was able to stay for free by using Rakuten points via Moppy , which I recommended in a previous article .

Of course, you will receive MOPPY points and Rakuten points for this stay.

Eligible period: Thursday, March 24, 2022 – Friday, September 30, 2022

Eligible persons: Residents of Chiba, Ibaraki, Gunma, Saitama, Kanagawa, Yamanashi, and Tochigi prefectures (you will be asked to present identification documents such as a driver’s license)

Conditions of use: Must be able to confirm the vaccination record of the new corona vaccine (the third dose) or the negative test result notification of PCR test, etc. (If it cannot be confirmed, the discount will not be applied.)

Regional coupons can be obtained for 1,000 yen x 2 coupons per day x number of persons after showing proof of identification and vaccination at check-in.

Please note that the coupons are valid from the check-in date to the check-out date and will expire if not used.

Please note that coupons are not redeemable for change.

Click here to see the stores where you can use the regional coupons.

I took out a cake and cookies from a store called Fresh Connection in the Hotel Hilton Tokyo Bay next door.

Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama has a restaurant called Le Jardin, Fast Shop Gift & Convenience, and Art Gallery Edm.

The Hilton Tokyo Bay is a hotel with many stores that can be used except Segafredo Zanetti Espresso and Disney Fantasy, so the Hilton was the one with many stores that can be used.

About the hotel where we stayed (Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama)

Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama is a 4-star hotel and an official hotel of Disney Resort.

The hotel has a central atrium and a southern European-style townscape, so you can enjoy an extraordinary feeling, not only for Disney purposes, but also for staycation purposes.

The hotel has Regular Floor, Garden Floor, Rainbow Floor, and Nikko Floor, and room types include Standard Room (28㎡), Superior Room (32㎡), Deluxe Room (40㎡), and Deluxe Family Room (56㎡), making it a good hotel for families.

Guests staying on the Nikko floor can use the exclusive lounge on the 12th floor.

If you are going by public transportation

Take the free shuttle bus from the south exit of Maihama Station, which will take you there in less than 10 minutes.
Get off at Bayside Station on the Disney Resort Line and take the free shuttle bus to the hotel or walk from Bayside Station, which takes about 5 minutes.
From Tokyo: Approximately 7 minutes from the Kasai Ramp on the Bayshore Route of the Metropolitan Expressway.
From Chiba: 10 minutes from the Urayasu Ramp on the Bayshore Route of the Shuto Expressway.

Take the free shuttle bus from the hotel to “Bayside Station” and take the Disney Resort Line.

It is one stop to Disney Sea and three stops to Disneyland.

Walk to “Bayside Station” station and take the Disney Resort Line.

*There is no direct bus service from Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama to the park.

About the Nikko floor where we stayed this time

Check-in time is from 3:00 p.m. I arrived at about 2:15 p.m. and went to the check-in counter and was able to check in normally and get into my room.

I was able to check in right away without waiting because of the early time.

Some hotels have a separate check-in counter or preferential treatment for guests staying on special floors, but this hotel did not seem to give preferential treatment to guests staying on Nikko floors.

I stayed in a Nikko Standard room on the 11th floor, which had two beds, a toilet, and a bathtub that was large enough for a woman to stretch her legs. The water pressure in the shower was strong.

Amenities included Mikimoto shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and cosmetics sets, and a welcome gift of chocolates.

There was nothing in the refrigerator, but there were two bottles of water and they were free. The lounge has an all-you-can-drink drink bar, so we had our drinks there.

From the window we could see Cinderella Castle, Beauty and the Beast Castle, and the new Toy Story Hotel.

Nikko Lounge

Located on the 12th floor, guests staying on Nikko floors can enter by holding up their room key.

The lounge has a large window with a view of Tokyo Bay and the Toy Story Hotel, although you cannot see the park.

There are also plenty of electrical outlets, which I thought was convenient for teleworkers.

Hours of operation are from 7:00 to 22:00, but services vary depending on the time of day.

Bread was served during morning hours.

On the day I stayed, there were three kinds of bread: croissants, muffins, and poire danish, blueberry jam, summer tangerine jam from the hotel, and strawberry jam.

The summer orange jam was delicious.

At tea time, there were madeleines, macaroons, marron cakes, and other sweets, muffins, and danishes.

It was nice to be able to eat a variety of sweets in small sizes, and since they were made by the hotel, they tasted delicious.

Alcohol and snacks are served at this time.

There were Temari Sushi, sandwiches, crackers, vegetable sticks, etc. I was excited to see my favorite salmon as Temari Sushi!

I was so excited to see my favorite salmon in the form of “Te-mari-zushi”!

I got there just before 5:30pm and there were seats available, but the people who came after me were told that the restaurant was full and they would be shown in order.

I was asked to use 1 hour when it was crowded.

Snacks were offered, dried fruit and caramel popcorn pretzels.

I was not hungry at all after eating too many teatime snacks and cocktail hour food, so I went there after 9:30pm and there was not much left.

I’d recommend the Nikko floor if you’re looking for a staycation at a great value, since using the lounge will save you money on drinks and food!

*Taking food and drinks out of the lounge is prohibited.

Breakfast is served at Le Jardin restaurant from 6:30 to 10:30 (last order is 10:00).

You will be given a breakfast ticket when you check in, so take it with you.

I went there before 7:00 a.m. so I didn’t have to wait long to get in, but it seemed to take a while as the hotel staff showed us around one by one.

I was told that all the window seats were occupied, so if you want to have breakfast with a view, it would be better to go around the time breakfast starts.

Breakfast was prepared in front of you in a performance kitchen, and the menu included hamburgers, omelets, omelets with Japanese soup stock, and rice balls.

There were not only Japanese and Western dishes, but also pho and Chinese congee, so I thought there was quite a large selection.

The breakfast coupon is actually for use at Le Jardin for dinner, not breakfast. If you are an early riser or not in the habit of eating breakfast in the morning, I thought it would be good to use it for dinner.

However, breakfast is more expensive and has more items, so I recommend using the breakfast coupon for breakfast.

When I checked in, I was informed that check-out time was basically 12:00 p.m., and that if I did not have to pay for my room, I could simply put my room key in the box.

I happened to see a hotel employee in the elevator and he said, “If you want to check out, I will receive your room key if you want.

It was nice that it did not take long to check out.

Chiba Tokubari Campaign offers a 5,000 yen discount on travel products priced at 10,000 yen or more per person
Eligible for residents of Chiba, Ibaraki, Gunma, Saitama, Kanagawa, Yamanashi and Tochigi prefectures.
Terms and conditions of use are that the new corona vaccination record (3rd inoculation) or a negative test result notice such as PCR test can be confirmed
If you book through Rakuten Travel via the Poikatsu website, you can use Rakuten points to stay for free (or at a discount) and receive points from the Poikatsu website and Rakuten points (double points can be earned).

How about the way to save money on your trip and the Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama?

Let’s take advantage of the special deals system and have some fun and petit luxury!

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Day tour to Chiba from Tokyo - How to go and what to do

By gowithguide travel specialist: kenzia v..

There are so many beautiful places in Japan, outside of the main cities, such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. One of those hidden places is Chiba Prefecture. If you want to know more about Japanese history and have more time after exploring the cosmopolitan area of Tokyo, I recommend you to visit Chiba Prefecture , as there are many amazing places and historical sites. Moreover, it does not take a lot of time to travel from Tokyo to Chiba.

If you want to know more about Chiba and begin exploring, but not sure how to go or what to do there, I’ve got you. Today, I am going to give you some brief information and introduce you to some recommended places in Chiba. You can also simply check out our tours in Chiba !

Chiba Prefecture is located in the southeast of Tokyo, and it and is the 6th most populous prefecture in Japan. Moreover, it is very easy to access, as Chiba is located next to Tokyo. It takes approximately an hour to get there. Once you visit Chiba, be sure to visit the cities of Chiba, Urayasu, and Narita, because they are very famous and full of tourist attractions.

Chiba city is home to Chiba Port, Makuhari Messe, Chiba Zoological Park, and other popular destinations.

Urayasu is well-known for Tokyo Disney Resort, where you can enjoy visiting Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySeaNarita.

Narita, one of the famous cities in Chiba Prefecture, is a site of Narita International Airport, which is a significant international airport welcoming millions of foreign tourists every year. There are also other tourist attractions, such as Naritasan Park. If you’re interested in learning more about these places, you can always reach out to our local guides at any time and get a private tour arranged just for you.

How to go to Chiba from Tokyo?

Here are the ways to travel to Chiba, the capital of Chiba prefecture, from some major places in Tokyo:

Tokyo station to Chiba (around 55 min- ¥690)

- At Tokyo Station, get on the Keiyo Line (red) and get off when you arrive at Chiba-Minato Station.

-From Chiba-Minato Station, walk about 9min (750m) until you reach Chiba.

Shinjuku station to Chiba (around 1h 20 m - ¥820)

- Take the Chuo-Sobu Line (yellow) to Chiba Station and walk about 15 minutes to the main area

Narita Airport Terminal 2 to Chiba (1h 10m- ¥840)

- From Narita Airport Terminal 2 or 3, take the Keisei Line to Keisei-Tsudanuma Station.

- At KeiseiTsudanuma Station, switch to Keisei Chiba Line, and get off at Shin-Chiba Station. From here, walk about 900m until you reach Chiba.

Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Chiba (around 1 h 15 m- ¥1400)

-From Haneda Airport Terminal 2, take Haneda Airport Limousine Bus at the Airport Shuttle Bus Chibacho Station , get off at Chiba-Minato Station, and walk about 10 minutes to the main area.

Akihabara Station to Chiba (around 1h- ¥650)

- From Akihabara Station, take the Chuo-Sobu Local line (yellow) to Chiba Station and walk about 15 minutes to Chiba

Shibuya station to Chiba (around 1 h 10 m - ¥1,130)

- Take the Saikyo Line (tosca) to Shinkiba Station.

- At Shinkiba Station, switch to Keiyo Line (red), get off when you reach Chiba-Minato Station, and walk around 750m to Chiba.

Things to Do and Places to See in Chiba City

Kamogawa seaworld.

The largest aquarium in the Kanto region, with over 11,000 species of sea life

Address 1464-18 Higashi-cho, Kamogawa, Chiba 296-0041 ( map )

Phone +81-4-7093-4803

Business hours

Opening hour: 9:00 AM

Closing hour: differ on each day, please check the official website.

Price ¥3000 for adults/ ¥1800 for children/ ¥2400 for persons above 60

Website http://www.kamogawa-seaworld.jp/english/

Makuhari Messe

A huge convention center located in the new city center of Makuhari, where many major events are held. The events in Makuhari Messe include international exhibitions, music concerts, festivals, big meetings, and so on. To check the upcoming events in Makuhari Messe, please scroll down.

Address 2-1, Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba-city, 261-8550 Japan ( map )

Phone +81-43-296-0001

Business hours 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM on weekdays

Note: the business hour differs according to the events

Price The price of tickets depends on each event, please refer to the official website

Website https://www.m-messe.co.jp/en/

Chiba Zoological Park

A zoological park located next to the Tokyo Bay opened in 1985 with 7 different areas. You will definitely have fun observing different kinds of wildlife, such as Red Panda and Beaver.

Address 280 Minamotocho, Wakaba-ku, Chiba 264-0037, Chiba Prefecture ( map )

Phone +81 43-290-8989

Business hours 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (last admission at 4:00 PM )

Noted: close every Wednesday

Price ¥700 for adults / Free for Junior high school students and under

Website https://www.city.chiba.jp/zoo/

Things to Do in Narita

Naritasan park.

A large beautiful park located at the back of Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple has a lovely and relaxing atmosphere, which is best for having a leisure walk. Moreover, the park becomes more stunning, when Japan turns to Spring and Autumn. You will witness the full bloom of plum blossoms in Spring and the colors of leaves falling in Autumn.

Address Naritasan park, 1 Narita Narita-shi Chiba ( map )

Phone 0476-22-2210

Business hours 24 hours

Price Free

Website http://www.naritasan.or.jp/english/index.html

Naritasan Omotesando

This is a famous old town street located in front of Narita Station. Along with 800m of the road, you will find a lot of interesting attractions, such as Narita Yokan Archives Museum, including local restaurants and souvenir shops. Moreover, it is a good opportunity to try a Freshwater eel dish, famous Japanese food during the Edo era. Most importantly, having a local tour guide in your trip to Naritasan Omotesando will absolutely make your trip unforgettable.

Address Narita station, Narita-shi Chiba ( map )

Phone 0476-22-2111

Website Narita City Tourism Association

Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple

A Shingon Buddhist temple is located in the center of Narita, attracting the second largest number of visitors in Japan on New Years Day. Many spectacular buildings and structures were regarded as National Cultural Properties, such as the huge red three-story pagoda, built in 1712. As a result, it is one of the best places you should visit, as you can learn more about Japanese history.

Address Naritasan Shinsho-ji temple, 1 Narita, Narita-shi, Chiba ( map )

Business hours 6:00AM - 4:00PM

Website http://www.naritasan.or.jp/english/

Things to Do in Urayasu

Tokyo disney resort.

One of the most amazing theme parks in the world is already here! Tokyo Disney Resort is where you should visit, especially i f you are coming with friends and family. The theme park covers a huge area as it is divided into 2 zones, Tokyo Disney Sea and Tokyo Disneyland. if you are looking for excitement and fun, do not miss it!

Address 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture 279-0031 ( map )

Phone 045-330-5211

Business hours 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Price 1-day passport: ¥7,500 for adults/ ¥6,500 for Junior/ ¥4,900 for child

Website http://www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/en/

A large-scale shopping mall within Tokyo Disney Resort that has been recreated into a town with special exteriors and direction. You can enjoy shopping, eating, and so on with 140 shops in 9 different zones.

Address イクスピアリ, Maihama, Urayasu-shi, Chiba (map)

Phone +81-47-305-2525

Business hours 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Noted: the operating time of each store varies, please refer to the official website

Website https://www.ikspiari.com/en/

Events in Makuhari Messe

Famous for holding big events in Japan, for more information and events, please refer to https://www.m-messe.co.jp/en/event/

Day tours to Chiba from Tokyo

If you want to make your day trip to Chiba more exciting or to have an enhanced and deeper experience while traveling in Chiba, check out our tours or contact our local tour guides !

There are many great day tour options for Chiba. It’s way more convenient as you don’t have to plan your itinerary by yourself and you are even guided by a qualified tour guide. You can visit popular places and enjoy many different attractions in Chiba without hassle.

Look, the thing is…

There are many other places on the internet offering day tours to Chiba, but you never know whether they are trustworthy and good enough or not. That’s why I’m recommending you GoWithGuide . Our website is very trustworthy and reliable, as we offer several day trip tours guided by licensed tour guides. In addition to that, we give you a chance to customize your tours and plans according to your preferences and you do not need to worry about transportation or how to go, because the tour guides will help you

As a result, not only does GoWithGuide offer you a chance to customize and bring you to the places you want to visit, but also we provide you our reliable local tour guides , who can make your trip even more wonderful.

Recommended day tours

If you are looking for a great day tour helping you explore Narita while staying in Chiba, I recommend the An hour's distance excursion from Narita Airport to a small historic city, Sawara tour or click here for other tours in Narita

Additionally, the greatest time to visit Chiba is spring, as the weather is very nice and several types of flowers are blooming. Take a look at Chiba castle and Chiba shrine tour to see the beautiful cherry blossoms

If you have not yet visited Urayasu, let’s start your new journey here . Furthermore, in case, you are going to Tokyo Disney Resort, you can try our transfer service car as well.

By using our service, you will be definitely satisfied, as you can learn more about Japan’s rich culture and history through our local tour guides. Moreover, not only can you choose the places from the lists provided by our guides, but also we give you an opportunity to create your own plan according to your preferences. Most of all, you can request a tour to help save your time.

I hope this article helps provide useful information for your trip to Chiba, including how to go, where are the must-visit spots, tour options in Chiba, and more recommendations for a great Chiba trip. I hope you have a great time in Chiba!

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10 Things To Do in Chiba, Japan [with Suggested Tours]

Are you planning to travel to Chiba , Japan soon ? Read our tips below on the things to do in Chiba with suggested tours!

Many have been to Chiba, especially as you visit Japan. How? Why? There are two popular things in Chiba: one, Narita International Airport and two, Tokyo Disney Resort. Yes, they are both on this big prefecture. Aside from those, you can check out gorgeous gardens or parks, more theme parks, beaches, and historic sites. Here are 10 Superb and Fun things to do in Chiba, Japan.

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Chiba Prefecture is Tokyo ‘s next-door neighbor. Its name came from Chi, meaning thousand, and ba, meaning leaves. It faces the Pacific Ocean and has many national parks. There are 37 cities in Chiba, Chiba City, the capital; popular cities also include Narita and Urayasu, where Tokyo Disney is. Check out more amazing things you can do in this part of Japan.

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List of Things to do in Chiba, Japan

1. feel the magic at tokyo disney resort.

Nearest Station : Urayasu Station

This should be on everyone’s list. I promise you won’t regret it. There’s magic in Tokyo Disney Resort , and it will make you feel like you are in another dimension. Even if you have been to Disney World or Disneyland all over the world, Tokyo Disney Sea is a unique breathtaking site. I suggest doing a day each, the first, at Tokyo Disneyland and the last at Tokyo Disney Sea. But if you are out of time, Tokyo Disney Sea is what I recommend.

Suggested Tour: Tokyo Disney Resort Entrance Tickets and Transfer

2. Go to Mt. Nokogiri

Nearest Station : Hama-Janaya

Ride the Mt. Nokogiri Ropeway and enjoy what it offers. There is an observatory at the top where you can witness a gorgeous view of the sea and the city. You can hike to the peak to see Nihon-Ji temple as well as see a giant Buddha. It will take energy to go atop, but it’s worth it!

3. Give respect at Katori-Jingu Shrine

Nearest Station : Sawara Station, ride a Sawara Loop Bus and stop at the shrine

The oldest shrine in the prefecture is Katori Shrine, which was founded in 643 BC. The primary god of the shrine is Futsunushi, who is known as the god of swords and lightning and is a general of the sun goddess, Amaterasu. Unlike most shrines, the main sanctuary is black. It is open all year from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, free.

4. Eat Seafood

Being near the Pacific Ocean, expect lots of fresh seafood. Got to a restaurant with a conveyor belt sushi-bar and eat till you are full. It’s actually a great experience as your stomach is not only filled, but you do something locally. Shimatake-Suisan is a recommended restaurant open for lunch and dinners. It’s a recommended thing to do in Chiba!

5. Discover Awamata Waterfalls

Nearest Station : Yoro-Keiko Station, ride a Kominato Railway Bus to Awamata

When people think of Japan, you might think that there are only plains and inaccessible waterfalls. But, you can easily go to the highest one in Chiba, which is Awamata Waterfalls. It’s so colorful, especially during autumn. You can also hike around the area for about an hour and relish the beauty of Mother Nature.

6. See the marine life at Katsurakaichu Park

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Nearest Station : Ubara Station

Aquariums and zoos may not make you curious, but this one totally will. Katsuura under Sea Park is an observatory located under the sea. No need to get wet or dive to see the fish in the ocean; you can see them as deep as 28 meters. It’s a unique thing to do in Chiba, Japan. Check out the fishes free and swimming on the ocean.

7. Be amazed by Funabashi Andersen Park

Nearest Station : Hokusu Railway Komuro (HS11), ride a Shin-Keisei Bus

A 38.3-hectare place where you can have fun or appreciate nature and art is the Funabashi Andersen Park. The park was inspired by the Danish Poet, Hans Christian Andersen, the writer of The Little Mermaid, Emperor’s New Clothes, Ugly Duckling, and many more. That’s why you can see Danish Buildings in the park as well as a Fairytale hill. There is also a Castle of Flowers that is filled with colors.

It’s open from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM but closed on Mondays (except Public Holidays). The entrance fee is JPY 900.

8. Swim at Moriya Beach

Nearest Station : Kazusa-Okitsu Station

As Chiba faces the Pacific ocean, there are beaches here. Moriya Bathing Beach is one of Chiba’s top beaches, so if you want to have some sea and sun time, here’s a great place to be. There’s also a red tori archway on a rock, so it’s a cool view.

9. Ride a boat to Niemonjima Island

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Nearest Station : JR Futomi Station

Off on the coast of Chiba is Niemonjima Island. Not only was it considered one of the best new views in Japan, but it also has a great history. It is where Minamoto no Yoritomo, a shogun of Japan and the founder of Japan’s military government, was hiding. You could see his hiding place on the island, too.

10. See the city at Chiba Port Tower

Nearest Station : JR Chiba-Minato (JE16)

Want to see the view of Chiba and Tokyo Bay? Go up to Chiba Port Tower. This building is 150 meters tall and has four floors. On the fourth floor is the main observation deck that gives you a 360 view of everything. While there is a coffee shop on the third floor, the second has a wall painting that lit ups when it’s dark. Sunset is the best time to go there.

It is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM with an entrance fee of JPY 420.

11. Find accommodation in Chiba, Japan

Where to stay in chiba, japan, budget hotel.

Hotel Sunroute Chiba

For travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Chiba, Hotel Sunroute Chiba is the perfect choice. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s must-see destinations. Hotel Sunroute Chiba offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to invigorate travelers.

Price: Start at USD 50 per night for an economy-double room.

Luxury Hotel

Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta

If you want the best view in Chiba, then Hotel MiraCosta is located in Tokyo DisneySea allows you to stay on the park grounds. Most of the exterior and interior are Italian Styled and the hotel staff wears European Costumes. You will enjoy your stay here and won’t probably want to go home.

Price: Start at USD 470 per night for a room with a capacity of 3 adults.

How to go to Chiba, Japan

From Abroad : You can buy flight tickets to Japan and land at Narita Airport. Narita Airport is located in Chiba. From Narita Airport to Chiba City, you can ride a train for at least JPY 680.

From Tokyo : You can ride a subway to where you are headed to Chiba. In case you are going to Tokyo Disney, a train ride from Shinjuku to Urayasu Station costs at least JPY 290 with 2 transfers. From Shinjuku to Chiba City, it can cost at least JPY 820 with 2 transfers.

Those are things to do in Chiba , Japan. Isn’t it exciting? I’ve listed various things from mountains to falls, parks to seas, history, religion, and food. You thought Chiba is small, but it looks like a small country! I hope you have fun and do these amazing things when you visit there!

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Hey, I’m Lyza! I once was a person who just imagined going to places “one day” but decided to pursue my dreams. My first travel abroad was in Japan, solo, last 2018, and fell in love with the journey since. I’m aiming to visit 10 countries before turning 30 and 2 new places in the Philippines every year. Besides traveling, I love organizing trips, photography, reading, and making new friends. Follow my adventures through my Instagram .

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25 Exciting Things to Do in Chiba, Japan

Located just east of Tokyo, Chiba is a bustling city with plenty of activities and attractions to suit everyone’s interests. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in Japanese culture or enjoy outdoor adventures, Chiba has something exciting to offer. Here are 25 exciting things you can do in Chiba, Japan.

Top Attractions in Chiba

Chiba, located in the Kanto region of Japan, is a city that boasts a rich history and a diverse range of attractions. From exploring the animal kingdom at the Chiba City Zoological Park to admiring the traditional Japanese architecture of the Chiba Castle, there is something for everyone in this vibrant city. Here are some additional attractions to add to your itinerary:

Visit the Chiba City Zoological Park

Explore the animal kingdom at the Chiba City Zoological Park, one of the largest zoos in Japan. With over 160 species of animals, from meerkats to elephants, this zoo offers an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Take a walk through the Avian Park or feed the giraffes at the Giraffe House, and don’t forget to visit the popular Red Panda Forest.

For a unique experience, consider visiting the zoo at night during the summer months. The zoo is illuminated with colorful lights, creating a magical atmosphere that is sure to delight visitors of all ages.

Explore the Chiba Castle

Take a trip back in time and visit the Chiba Castle, a historical castle that dates back to the 12th century. Admire the traditional Japanese architecture and stroll around the castle grounds, where you can visit the museum and learn about the city’s rich history.

For an even more immersive experience, consider dressing up in traditional Japanese attire and taking part in a samurai or ninja experience. You’ll learn about the history of the castle while also getting a taste of Japanese culture.

Discover the Boso Peninsula

Explore the scenic Boso Peninsula, a land of picturesque coastal towns, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches. Take a drive along the coast or hike along the trails in the nearby mountains, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

While on the peninsula, be sure to visit the Kujukuri Beach, one of the longest beaches in Japan. With its golden sand and crystal-clear waters, it’s the perfect spot for swimming, surfing, or simply soaking up the sun.

Wander through the Inage Seaside Park

Unwind at the Inage Seaside Park, a tranquil park that stretches along the coast of Chiba. Take a stroll along the beach or relax in one of the many green spaces. The park also boasts a variety of sports facilities, including tennis courts and a baseball field, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

For a unique experience, consider taking a boat tour of Tokyo Bay from the park. You’ll get a different perspective of the city and the surrounding area while also enjoying the ocean breeze.

Marvel at the Nihon-ji Temple

Visit the Nihon-ji Temple, a serene temple perched on the cliffs overlooking the ocean. The temple is home to a large stone Buddha statue carved into the mountainside and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area. Take a moment to enjoy the peace and quiet of the temple grounds and marvel at the intricate carvings on the surrounding rock formations.

For a more adventurous experience, consider taking a hike up Mount Nokogiri, where the temple is located. The hike offers breathtaking views of the bay and the surrounding mountains, as well as the opportunity to see other temples and shrines along the way.

Chiba is a city that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. With so much to see and do, it’s no wonder that it’s becoming an increasingly popular destination for travelers to Japan.

Outdoor Activities and Adventures

If you’re looking for some outdoor adventure, Chiba has plenty to offer. From beautiful beaches to stunning mountain hikes, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy the Beaches of Chiba

Chiba is renowned for its beautiful beaches, offering opportunities for everything from sunbathing to surfing. Visit the Onjuku Beach, a top spot for surfing, or head to the Hebara Beach, where you can dive and snorkel in the pristine waters. If you’re looking for a more secluded spot, try the Inubosaki Beach, a hidden gem known for its quiet beachfront and clear waters.

Whether you’re looking to catch some waves or just relax on the sand, Chiba’s beaches are a must-visit destination.

Hike Mount Nokogiri

For a more challenging adventure, take a hike up Mount Nokogiri, a mountain with stunning views of the bay and rolling countryside. The hike up the mountain is a workout, but the unique stone carvings along the way make it well worth the effort.

Stop and explore the 1,000 Buddhas and the Great Buddha of Nokogiri, intricately carved statues that are a testament to the skill of the artisans who created them. The climb to the peak is challenging, but the panoramic views of the surrounding area are breathtaking.

Cycle around Lake Inba

Escape the city and take a leisurely bike ride around Lake Inba, a peaceful lake situated in a natural park. The bike path surrounds the lake and takes you through beautiful forests and fields of flowers, making it a perfect day trip for nature lovers.

Stop and take in the scenery, or pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing lunch by the lake. Either way, a bike ride around Lake Inba is a great way to enjoy the natural beauty of Chiba.

Experience the Tako Ajisai Festival

For a taste of local culture, don’t miss the Tako Ajisai Festival, a yearly festival that celebrates the hydrangeas that bloom throughout the city. The festival features live music, traditional food, and a vibrant parade, showcasing the best of Chiba’s local culture.

Join in the festivities and enjoy the lively atmosphere, or simply stroll through the festival grounds and take in the sights and sounds of this unique celebration.

Go Surfing at Onjuku Beach

Surf the waves at Onjuku Beach, a popular surfing spot known for its gentle waves and beautiful sunsets. Take a surf lesson or rent a board and paddle out to catch a wave.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, Onjuku Beach is a great place to surf. The beach is known for its consistent waves and friendly atmosphere, making it a popular destination for surfers of all levels.

Overall, Chiba is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. With its beautiful beaches, stunning mountain hikes, and peaceful bike rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So pack your bags and head to Chiba for an adventure you’ll never forget!

Cultural Experiences in Chiba

Chiba, located on the east coast of Japan’s main island, Honshu, is a city that is steeped in culture and history. From ancient temples to modern art museums, Chiba offers a wealth of experiences that are sure to captivate visitors. Here are just a few of the many cultural experiences that you can enjoy in Chiba.

Attend the Narita Gion Festival

The Narita Gion Festival is a must-see event for anyone visiting Chiba. This festival has been celebrated for over 300 years and features elaborate floats, traditional costumes, and performances by local priests and musicians. The festival takes place over several days in July, and the streets of Narita come alive with the sound of taiko drums and festival-goers in colorful attire. Be sure to try some of the delicious festival food, such as yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and takoyaki (octopus balls).

Learn about Japanese History at the Chiba Prefectural Museum

The Chiba Prefectural Museum is a great place to learn about the history of Chiba and Japan as a whole. The museum showcases the city’s cultural artifacts and artifacts dating back to ancient times. You can learn about the city’s early development and modern history through interactive displays and exhibits. The museum is located in Chiba Park, which is a great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Visit the Hoki Museum

If you’re a fan of contemporary art, then the Hoki Museum is a must-visit destination. This museum showcases the best of Japanese and international art, with an impressive collection of paintings, sculptures, and installations from world-renowned artists. The museum also offers workshops and events, so be sure to check their schedule to see what’s on.

Explore the Chiba Folk Museum

The Chiba Folk Museum is a great place to learn about the traditional daily life of Japanese people. The museum houses historic houses, tools, and traditional crafts, giving visitors an insight into how Japanese people worked, ate, and lived in the past. You can even try your hand at some traditional crafts, such as making pottery or weaving.

Participate in a Traditional Tea Ceremony

A traditional Japanese tea ceremony is a must-try experience for anyone visiting Japan. The tea ceremony is a ritual that has been practiced for centuries, and it involves preparing and serving matcha (powdered green tea) in a traditional teahouse. You can learn about the history and traditions of tea in Japan and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the teahouse as you savor the delicious flavor of freshly brewed tea.

Chiba is an incredible city that offers a wealth of experiences and sights to see. Whether you’re a nature lover, a culture enthusiast, or an adventure seeker, Chiba has something exciting to offer everyone. With these cultural experiences, your trip to Chiba is sure to be unforgettable.

Lawrence is the owner of Japan Traveller Guide (travel blog written by a Japan adventurer). Having been on multiple trips to Japan, lived in Tokyo and experiencing all the country has to offer.

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Fun in Japan: Two days in Southern and Eastern Chiba

Daifukuji Temple (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Don’t you think it is killing two birds with one stone if you can enjoy running and traveling in a new destination? Going on a brisk run to enjoy the scenery and then later getting out to take in the sites and taste the local cuisine is a great way to enjoy a trip.

My friend from Okinawa invited me to join him for the Road Race Chikura, a half marathon in Minamiboso, Chiba. At first, I was reluctant to accept his offer because I did not want to use all my summer leave staying in the area where I live. However, I changed my mind because I thought it would be a good opportunity to learn more about my home prefecture.

About Chiba Prefecture

Chiba Prefecture starts just outside Tokyo’s eastern border and spreads southeast to the Pacific Ocean. The prefecture is famous for Narita International Airport, Tokyo Disney Resort, and Makuhari Messe, the second largest convention center in Japan. Though Chiba may seem to be urban, it is actually blessed with a lot of nature. It is home to the most beaches of all Japan’s prefectures and is also where you’ll find Minami Boso Quasi-National Park and the Suigo-Tsukuba Quasi-National Park.

Most of the prefecture is on the Kanto Plain. Thanks to that, Chiba’s gross agricultural production is ranked fourth behind Hokkaido, Kagoshima and its neighbor Ibaraki, according to Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. In addition, Chiba is known for processing a large number of fish and seafood through its many ports.

Beyond the sprawling green spaces, beaches and domestic products, Chiba has plenty more that I was looking forward to discovering.

Daifukuji Temple in Tateyama

Before reaching our hotel, we stopped for a visit at Daifukuji Temple. This temple on a mountain slope is dedicated to Kannon, the Buddhist deity of mercy.

The nearest station is the unmanned JR Nakofunakata. Before leaving the station to go to the temple, we made sure to check the train schedule since they don’t stop at Nakofunakata often.

It took us about 15 minutes to get to Daifukuji Temple and another 15 minutes to climb up to the building dedicated to Kannon. It was a good warm-up for the next day’s half marathon. Though it was a cloudy day, the scenery was beautiful. I could see Tateyama City, a fishing town with simple homes, and the tranquil sea beyond. Maybe the reason why the temple was built on this mountainside was so Kannon and visitors alike could enjoy the stunning view.

Daifukuji Temple

View from Daifukuji Temple (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Pension Beach House in Minamiboso

After enjoying the temple and the magnificent views, we hopped on a train to JR Chikura Station in Minamiboso City, which is the southernmost municipality in the prefecture. The hotel was another 15-minute walk along a magnificent oceanfront street from the station.

I thought my friend was enjoying the view as well until he mentioned that this was the first time he’d ever seen a black sand beach. Compared to Okinawa’s white, sandy beaches, the ones in Chiba may not be so beautiful.

Pension Beach House, our hotel for the night, was a pretty, two-story blue and white building owned by a man and his daughter. In the café room, we met a lady who was also going to run in the race. Chatting with perfect strangers is another interesting thing that happens when you’re traveling.

Pension Beach House

Pension Beach House (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Sea near Pension Beach House (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Road Race Chikura in Minamiboso

After a good night’s rest, we made our way to the race starting point in Minamiboso at 9 a.m. Runners choose to run five, 10 or 20 kilometers. Since my friend is an experienced marathon runner, he went for the 20K option. Since I did not even practice one step prior to the race, I opted for the 10K.

The course was along the coastline, so I enjoyed the scenery while running. Though there were few residences in the area, some of the locals were along the course cheering us on. As I did not practice at all, I was beaten by almost all the participants, but I still somehow completed the race.

My friend and I had plans to do more sightseeing after we were done with the race at noon. But, we were so exhausted that instead we went ahead to our next hotel, Guest House Saito. The guest house served up a hearty dinner with many dishes, including splendid alfonsino fish boiled in soy broth, tempura vegetables, finely chopped raw horse mackerel, turbo shellfish and grilled prawn. We could not believe how much food we were served having only paid about 6,000 yen per person for our one night stay, which included dinner and breakfast.

Road Race Chikura in Minamiboso City

Guest House Saito

Road Race Chikura in Minamiboso (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Guest House Saito (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Dinner at Guest House Saito (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Breakfast at Guest House Saito (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Morning Market in Katsuura

The following day, we dragged ourselves to breakfast at the guest house before resuming our sightseeing. On the agenda for the day was a visit to one of Japan’s top markets, Katsuura Morning Market. The market is over 400 years old and has about 80 stalls selling fresh fish, seafood and local produce.

One of the signature items at this market is locally-caught bonito fish. Make sure to grab some dried bonito flakes from the market, as the prices and quality are excellent compared to those in Tokyo.

That morning our legs were killing us. It felt like I was dragging two zombies, each biting at an ankle with each step I took. From JR Katsuura Station, it was a painful walk to the market where we arrived a little after 10 a.m. The market runs from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., but some stores were already closed or sold out by the time we arrived.

Dang it! We should have left the guest house earlier. The market was what we were most looking forward to visiting. Anyway, we had no time to cry so we took a train to Choshi City, our next destination on the itinerary.

Katsuura Morning Market

JR Katsuura Station (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Katsuura Morning Market (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Cape Inubosaki Lighthouse in Choshi

From JR Choshi Station, we took a train to Cape Inubosaki in the Suigo-Tsukuba Quasi-National Park, known for its incredible scenery. The cape’s lighthouse was built in 1874 and is the 32-meter-high symbol of Choshi City. In 2020, the lighthouse was designated a national important cultural asset.

We visited the lighthouse and climbed the narrow spiral staircase to the top. It was windy and chilly on the gallery deck and I felt the harshness of nature as the waters whipped the coastline.

Cape Inubosaki

Cape Inubosaki Lighthouse (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

View from Cape Inubosaki Lighthouse (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Yamasa Soy Sauce Factory in Choshi

Chiba Prefecture is the center of Japan’s extensive soy sauce production. The prefecture is responsible for one third of the domestic production and three of the major Japanese soy sauce companies call Chiba home.

Usually, a tour of the Yamasa Soy Sauce Factory in Choshi City requires a reservation, but we were in luck because we were the only visitors when we dropped by. The staff allowed us to take a tour and check out the factory operation. First, we watched a 20-minute video (Japanese only) then had a guided tour of the facility. Though no photography or videography was allowed in the factory except a photo spot beside the souvenir shop, it was fun to listen to the guide and experience the changes in the aroma of soy sauce at different points in the process.

At the end of the tour, we were given a souvenir soy sauce bottle, which was great since the tour itself was also free.

The tour is only available in Japanese, but they have an English brochure to follow along.

Yamasa Soy Sauce Factory

Yamasa Soy Sauce Factory (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Soy Sauce Wooden Barrel at JR Choshi Station (Photo by Ichiro Katayanagi)

Chiba has many tourist attractions that even I, a resident of the prefecture, didn’t know about. Whether you decide to challenge yourself to a marathon, there is plenty to see without physically exerting yourself like we did. Consider Chiba for your next trip in Japan!

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Go to Travel Campaign 2020

It's time to explore Japan!

It’s no secret that the tourism sector of Japan has taken a hard hit in the wake of Covid-19 . Now, the domesic travel industry of Japan may get a kickstart via the new Go to Travel Campaign .

Commencing July 22 2020, the Japanese government's Go to Travel Campaign is a radical plan aiming to reboot the economy of small towns and travel destinations that were hit hard by the pandemic. So how can you take advantage of it and get to visit the places you’ve always wanted to see?

What is the Go to Travel campaign?

The Go to Travel Campaign will support people traveling domestically in Japan. It does not offer any subsidies for those coming internationally—and indeed, Japan’s sweeping travel ban for non-Japanese citizens overseas still remains in place.

Via the campaign, travel costs will be supported for half the cost of accommodation (up to 20,000 yen) and you’ll even receive regional coupons to be used on dining and shopping (around 35% savings). It’s a great opportunity to see the places that have been on your bucket list for a while.

Whether you’ve been planning a day trip to a neighboring prefecture or a 3-day stay half the country away, the Go to Travel campaign is your surefire way to get the best deal for your yen!

Who can use it?

The good news is if you’re in Japan, you’re eligible for the Go to Travel campaign—unless you’re in Tokyo.

Tokyo exception: Unfortunately, due to the rising infection numbers in the Tokyo area itself, it has been decided the campaign—at launch—will exclude both those who live in the capital who wish to travel elsewhere (at a discount), as well as those hoping to visit the capital at a discounted rate. This is likely to be subject to change later on during the campaign.

But you still have plenty of destination options, such as Kyoto , Hiroshima , Sapporo , and more. Check out our destinations page for some great ideas and travel inspiration. And even though most of the events for 2020 have been canceled or postponed, you may discover some local gems along your journey.

How does it work?

If you’ve elected to take a day trip, you’re eligible for up to 10,000 yen per day. While overnight stays and longer trips get even bigger discounts and subsidies: up to 20,000 yen a night. However, it seems that the coupons themselves won’t be distributed until September 1st.

To get all of the delicious discounts and coupons, you’ll need to reserve a trip with a travel agency registered with the campaign. When you reserve via one of those travel sites or in-person, the discount will be added upfront and you’ll pay the lower costs.

While the list of businesses hasn’t been announced yet, it’s expected to be posted when the Go to Travel website is launched. For right now, you can check out the temporary page ( Japanese only ).

Be sure to stay tuned for updates!

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Go To Travel campaign and the geographic spread of COVID-19 in Japan

Asami Anzai 1 ,
Sung-mok Jung 1 &
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BMC Infectious Diseases volume 22 , Article number: 808 ( 2022 ) Cite this article

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In 2020, the Japanese government implemented first of two Go To Travel campaigns to promote the tourism sector as well as eating and drinking establishments, especially in remote areas. The present study aimed to explore the relationship between enhanced travel and geographic propagation of COVID-19 across Japan, focusing on the second campaign with nationwide large-scale economic boost in 2020.

We carried out an interrupted time-series analysis to identify the possible cause-outcome relationship between the Go To Travel campaign and the spread of infection to nonurban areas in Japan. Specifically, we counted the number of prefectures that experienced a weekly incidence of three, five, and seven COVID-19 cases or more per 100,000 population, and we compared the rate of change before and after the campaign.

Three threshold values and three different models identified an increasing number of prefectures above the threshold, indicating that the inter-prefectural spread intensified following the launch of the second Go To Travel campaign from October 1st, 2020. The simplest model that accounted for an increase in the rate of change only provided the best fit. We estimated that 0.24 (95% confidence interval 0.15 to 0.34) additional prefectures newly exceeded five COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population per week during the second campaign.

Conclusions

The enhanced movement resulting from the Go To Travel campaign facilitated spatial spread of COVID-19 from urban to nonurban locations, where health-care capacity may have been limited.

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Since the first case of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection was reported in January 2020, Japan had experienced seven waves of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) as of October 18, 2022 [ 1 ]. In response to a sudden surge in incidence during late March 2020 (first wave), the national government declared the first state of emergency, requesting residents to avoid unnecessary physical contact. The first state of emergency was declared on April 7, 2020 in seven (Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Osaka, Hyogo, and Fukuoka) prefectures. That state of emergency was expanded to all 47 prefectures on April 16, 2020. The state of emergency was gradually lifted on May 14 and fully lifted in all prefectures by May 25, 2020. During the state of emergency, essential interventions included requesting a voluntary reduction in nonessential physical contact, self-restraint regarding movement across prefectural borders, and reduced operating hours for night-life establishments (e.g., bars and restaurants). The first wave was brought under control as a result of these containment efforts by the Japanese government [ 2 ]. However, canceling the intervention and reopening society led to a resurgence in COVID-19 incidence, resulting in the second pandemic wave from June 2020.

Although the public health and social measures during the first state of emergency greatly reduced the disease burden in Japan, they also caused considerable economic damage to the tourism sector as well as eating and drinking establishments. Therefore, to reactivate regional economic activities and assist those sectors most affected by COVID-19, the national government implemented the Go To Travel campaign on July 22, 2020. The campaign was designed to offer discounts for stays at hotels and ryokan (traditional inns found throughout the country, notably in hot-spring resorts) and to issue regional coupons that could be redeemed for eating purposes [ 3 ]. When the campaign began, the pandemic was undergoing an increase in Tokyo. Accordingly, residents in and travelers to Tokyo were excluded from the first of the two campaigns [ 4 ]. Nevertheless, once the second pandemic wave was brought under control, the government sought to promote travel to and from Tokyo; the city was then included in the second campaign, which began on October 1, 2020. In addition to involving Tokyo, the financial scale of the second campaign was clearly greater than the first. The first campaign simply provided a travel discount for accommodation; however, the second campaign also offered regional discount coupons that could be used in local restaurants and bars. The second campaign was specifically renamed the Go To Eat campaign [ 5 ]. As a result, it is estimated that the economic boost from the first campaign starting in July 2020 was 313 billion yen and that from the second campaign was 2.335 trillion yen [ 6 ]. However, a resurgence of COVID-19 in late October 2020 resulted in the third pandemic wave in Japan, and the campaign was discontinued in mid-December 2020 [ 7 ].

In general, the impact of human mobility on the spatial spread of directly transmitted diseases is widely recognized [ 8 , 9 , 10 ]. Regarding COVID-19 and travel, the Cabinet Secretariat of Japan has analyzed and publicly shared the importation risk index. This is estimated based on a simple product of the trans-prefectural migration rate per capita and the incidence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in the prefectures of origin [ 11 ]. Studies have analyzed the spatial patterns of COVID-19 spread in the United States, Brazil, and the United Kingdom [ 12 , 13 , 14 ] as well as human mobility in Japan during the early phase of the pandemic [ 15 , 16 , 17 ]. When the first campaign was about to start, the incidence exhibited an upward trend, and many prefectures expressed concern over the spread of transmission. For example, the governors of Tokyo and Okinawa Prefecture (the southernmost prefecture, which attracts many tourists) requested people to refrain from unnecessary movement across prefectural borders even when the campaign was beginning [ 18 , 19 ]. The coincidental second pandemic wave was dominated by urban prefectures, such as Tokyo and Osaka, and was gradually brought under control in early August. However, the above problems during the first campaign led public health experts to revisit and analyze the impact of enhanced travel on the spatial dissemination of infection.

In an earlier study, we examined the time-dependent change in the incidence of COVID-19 during the first Go To Travel campaign [ 20 ]. Our analysis of the first campaign was somewhat unclear in that the second wave was brought under control during that campaign; however, there was an abrupt change in the pandemic wave following the second campaign, which involved larger subsidies. Thus, in the present study, we focused on the second Go To Travel campaign to examine the relationship between enhanced travel and geographic propagation of COVID-19 across Japan. To identify a possible cause-outcome relationship, we analyzed the proportion of prefectures that experiencedCOVID-19 epidemic above a certain threshold incidence level and implemented an interrupted time-series analysis (causal inference method used in COVID-19-related studies) [ 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 ].

Pandemic data

In Japan, COVID-19 has been designated a notifiable infectious disease according to the Infectious Disease Control Law [ 27 ]; cases diagnosed using a nucleic acid amplification test or antigen test are notified as confirmed COVID-19 cases. Confirmed cases are mandatorily reported to the government within 24 h of diagnosis. During the study period of the present investigation, all suspected patients were requested to quarantine for 14 days [ 28 ], and all underwent real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction testing on days 7 and 14. As a result of these control measures, the cumulative incidence of COVID-19 by the end of 2020 was 235,700 cases, which was less than 0.2% of the national population.

In this study, we obtained the COVID-19 incidence reported from September 10 to November 9, 2020 from open data published by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare [ 29 ]. The data were based on an online surveillance system, the Health Center Real-time Information-sharing System on COVID-19 [ 30 ].

We intentionally restricted our analyses to this time frame, taking into account the 30 days before and after the start of the second travel campaign (October 1, 2020). The time delay in reporting SARS-CoV-2 infection in Japan was approximately 9 days during the study period [ 31 ]. To obtain an epidemic curve as a function of the time of infection, we shifted the entire epidemic curve (originally drawn by reporting date) to the left for a fixed time delay of 9 days. The reporting involved weekend bias; therefore, we used a 7-day rolling average, and we counted the number of prefectures that underwent an incidence of three, five, and seven COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population per week. These values were specifically used because the pandemic situation in each prefecture was classified into four discrete stages during late 2020 (Additional file 2 : Tables S1 and S2). Detection of 15 cases per 100,000 population per week led prefectural governments to declare a stage III pandemic and consider stringent public health and social measures that could involve restrictions on movement and other personal rights (Additional file 2 : Tables S1 and S2) [ 32 ]. Stage IV involved 25 cases per 100,000 people. Even if prefectures could control the pandemic below stage III, they were advised to monitor the incidence. Stage II did not involve an explicit threshold value: each prefecture was advised to determine the value based on the local epidemiological situation. The World Health Organization guidance applies thresholds for the level of community transmission of 20, 50, and 150 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 people [ 33 ]. Following our exploratory analysis, we found that the number of newly reported cases per population in Japan during the study period was relatively low compared with other nations. Fewer than four prefectures exceeded the threshold of 10 per 100,000 people. Thus, in the present study, we employed slightly lower threshold levels of three, five, and seven cases per 100,000 population per week to capture local epidemic activity. Those lower threshold levels allowed us to determine more clearly how the situation changed with low levels of incidence.

We obtained the population estimates by prefecture from the Statistics Bureau of Japan [ 34 ] and the daily average temperature in each prefecture during the corresponding time period from the Japan Meteorological Agency [ 35 ]. As the representative value for temperature across all 47 prefectures, we applied the median value of daily average temperature from the data for each prefectural capital. During the study period, the proportion of positive cases among the total number of weekly tests remained below 10%, and there were no major changes (Additional file 2 : Figs. S1 and S2). We did not standardize the number of newly infected cases because there were no significant differences in the consistency of reporting among prefectures. In the study period, B.1.1.284 and B.1.1.214 were the dominant SARS-CoV-2 lineages, but they were not determined to be variants of concern (Additional file 2 : Fig. S3).

Interrupted time-series model

Given the start date of the second campaign (October 1, 2020) and 9 days’ reporting delay, we set a campaign period in the interrupted time-series model from October 10 to November 9, 2020. The control period was 30 days before the second campaign (intervention) period. Through the corresponding time periods, we investigated the number of prefectures that had COVID-19 incidence in excess of the defined thresholds for weekly incidence (i.e., three, five, and seven cases per 100,000 population), Y t , which can be modeled as model 1:

where T is the time elapsed from the start of observation, X t is the dichotomous variable representing the campaign state (0, pre-campaign; 1, post-campaign), and T i is the time when the campaign started. ${\beta }_{0}$ is the parameter for the baseline level of the outcome, ${\beta }_{1}$ for increase in the outcome following the time-unit increase, ${\beta }_{2}$ change in the level of outcome immediately after the campaign, and ${\beta }_{3}$ the rate of increase following the campaign.

It has been reported that temperature may be associated with SARS-CoV-2 transmission [ 36 , 37 ]; therefore, we developed an extended model (model 2) by incorporating temperature into model 1. Model 2 was as follows:

where Z is the median value of the daily average temperature for Japan’s 47 prefectures.

We also examined a model without considering the immediate change in outcome after implementing the second campaign ( ${\beta }_{2}$ ). Model 3 was as follows:

Assuming that ${Y}_{t}$ follows a Poisson distribution, we applied the maximum-likelihood method to estimate all parameters; we derived the 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of the estimates using the parametric bootstrap method with 10,000 samples. Lastly, to select the best model among those proposed, we calculated the Akaike information criterion.

To examine the robustness of our results, we conducted sensitivity analyses. Our sensitivity analysis covered different geographic groups, timing of the intervention, holiday periods, the different models, and the study period (additional analysis). To exclude the possibility that an increase in infections was caused simply by geographic bias—especially heterogeneities associated with urbanization—we conducted a subgroup analysis using two discrete prefectural groups (urban and nonurban groups) based on each prefecture’s population density. To account for uncertainty about the time of illness onset to official reporting, we undertook sensitivity analysis using different values for the timing of the intervention. We also conducted interrupted time-series analyses: (1) using holiday periods as a possible explanatory variable; (2) employing another functional model with an exponential function for inference; and (3) extending the length of the study period until termination of the campaign.

Data-sharing statement

The original data analyzed in the present study are available in the Additional file 1 .

Figure 1 shows the pandemic curve of confirmed COVID-19 cases in 2020; it highlights the contribution of urban prefectures, especially Tokyo, Osaka, and neighboring prefectures. By the end of 2020, there were 234,109 COVID-19 cases diagnosed, of which 154,380 (66%) were in the above prefectures. Before the start of the second Go To Travel campaign, 57,076 cases (69%) were detected in Tokyo, Osaka, and neighboring prefectures.

Epidemic curve for confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Japan, 2020. The number of cases (7-day moving average) throughout Japan (solid line) is shown. The fractions in Osaka and neighboring prefectures (dark gray) and Tokyo and neighboring prefectures (light gray) are indicated separately. The neighboring prefectures of Osaka comprise Kyoto, Nara, and Hyogo; those of Tokyo comprise Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, and Yamanashi. The first campaign began on July 22, 2020 and the second on October 1, 2020. The study period was September 1 to October 31, 2020

Figure 2 presents a comparison between the observed and modeled number of prefectures where COVID-19 incidence exceeded the thresholds defined for analysis (three, five, and seven cases per 100,000 population per week) based on model 1. Clear increasing trends in the number of prefectures above all thresholds were evident after implementation of the second campaign. Examination of those trends shows a significant increase in ${\beta }_{3}$ , representing the rate of increase following the second campaign (Table 1 ). ${\beta }_{3}$ was estimated to be 0.22 (95% CI 0.062 to 0.37) and 0.24 (95% CI 0.15 to 0.34) at thresholds of three and five cases, respectively. However, for all thresholds, the 95% CIs for ${\beta }_{1}$ and ${\beta }_{2}$ , which indicated the increase in the outcome following the time-unit increase and changes in the outcome immediately after the second campaign, included zero. We obtained similar results in the subgroup analysis, which divided prefectures into two groups (i.e., the top 25% prefectures with high population density and others) (Additional file 2 : Fig. S4). Changes in the slope before and after the campaign were also evident in the analyses when the start date for the campaign was shifted (± 5 days from the original date) (Additional file 2 : Fig. S5).

Effect of Go To Travel campaign on number of prefectures exceeding certain incidence criteria. We counted the prefectures where the number of newly reported cases (per 100,000 population) before and after the campaign (intervention) exceeded the threshold values of three, five, and seven cases per week. The vertical lines indicate when the second campaign (intervention) started. The yellow dots represent observed data; the blue lines show the estimated results of the interrupted time-series analysis. The blue shaded areas indicate 95% confidence intervals for the modeled results. The blue dashed lines during the second campaign period represent the estimated counterfactual scenario, i.e., if the campaign had not been launched. Model 1 assumed that there were changes in the baseline level and rate of increase following the second campaign

Figure 3 shows the results based on model 2, which addressed temperature dependence. Even after adjusting for temperature, the rate of increase in the number of prefectures with the defined threshold number of cases per 100,000 population was clearly evident. In addition to temperature, the impact of holiday periods was also considered in the analysis: there were no significant differences in the results for model 1 (Additional file 2 : Fig. S6).

Effect of Go To Travel campaign on prefectures exceeding certain criteria in Model 2. The number of prefectures where the number of newly reported cases (per 100,000 population) before and after the campaign (intervention) exceeded the threshold values of three, five, and seven cases per week are shown. The vertical lines indicate when the second Go To Travel campaign (intervention) started. The yellow dots represent observed data; the blue lines show the estimated results of the interrupted time-series analysis. The blue shaded areas indicate 95% confidence intervals for the modeled results. The blue dashed lines during the second campaign period represent the estimated counterfactual scenario, i.e., if the campaign had not been launched. Compared with model 1, which assumed changes before and after the second campaign, model 2 additionally accounted for temperature

In Fig. 4 , we compare results from the proposed models when the threshold was fixed at the number of prefectures with five or more cases per 100,000 population. In all analyses with the three different models, ${\beta }_{3}$ , measuring the rate of increase in the number of prefectures, always had a positive value, including a lower 95% CI (Table 2 ). There was a consistent rise in the rate of increase in the number of prefectures after the second campaign—both with and without taking temperature into account and with and without the baseline change immediately after the campaign ( ${\beta }_{2}$ ). Comparing Akaike information criterion values, model 3, which accounts for the rate of change but not change in the baseline level through the campaign, was selected as the best model, yielding the minimum value of 199.9. When we extended the study period and involved two change points (the start and end dates of the campaign), we also obtained generally comparable results (Additional file 2 : Figs. S7 and S8). However, population-based interventions were in place at the end of campaign, and so mobility could also have been altered by the interventions.

Effect of Go To Travel campaign prefectures above threshold values for incidence across different models. We counted the prefectures where the number of newly reported cases before and after the campaign (intervention) exceeded five cases per 100,000 population per week. The vertical lines indicate when the second campaign (intervention) started. The yellow dots represent observed data; the blue lines show the estimated results of the interrupted time-series analysis. The blue shaded areas indicate 95% confidence intervals. The blue dashed lines during the second campaign period represent the estimated counterfactual scenario, i.e., if the campaign had not been launched. Model 1 assumed changes in the baseline level and rate of increase following the second campaign. Model 2 accounted for temperature in addition to the causal effect of the campaign. Compared with model 1, model 3 assumed that only the change in the rate of increase occurred following the campaign

To establish whether the second Go To Travel campaign accelerated the geographic spread of COVID-19 in Japan, we conducted an interrupted times-series analysis of the number of prefectures that exceeded a defined threshold number of cases per 100,000 population. Three threshold values and three different models identified an acceleration in the rate of increase in the number of prefectures above the threshold: they indicated that the inter-prefectural spread of COVID-19—especially from urban to nonurban areas—was intensified following the launch of the second campaign. Our analysis did not exclude other factors that could have contributed to the increased spread of COVID-19. However, considering the plausibility of alternative explanations (discussed below), we believe that promoting travel resulted in accelerating the inter-prefectural spread of infection.

An important finding is that several nonurban areas became affected by COVID-19 after acceleration of the urban-to-nonurban spread following the second Go To Travel campaign, which allowed travel to and from Tokyo. During the pre-campaign period (during the first Go To Travel period), the rate of increase in the number of prefectures that exceeded the defined thresholds ranged from − 0.047 to 0.040 per day, i.e., a negative or small positive value; however, that increased to 0.048 to 0.24 per day during the post-campaign period. Even when we used a different model (e.g., an exponential model instead of a linear model to capture the time-dependent trend), we obtained similar results with consistent interpretations (Additional file 2 : Fig. S7).

It should be noted that the Go To Travel campaign was a crucial policy for assisting the tourism, transport, and restaurant sectors after the sharp reduction in economic activity associated with COVID-19 interventions. However, the policy spread the pandemic to nonurban prefectures that did not possess sufficient health-care capacity to meet the hospital case load demand [ 38 ]. That effect could have been reduced with a greater proportion of immunized individuals through either vaccination or natural infection. However, given the immune escape potential of new SARS-CoV-2 variants, the substantial risk of geographic spread owing to travel campaigns would not be negligible should a similar travel campaign be introduced while the incidence level remains high.

We incorporated temperature into our analysis because our earlier study and others indicated that decreased temperature would have an impact on secondary SARS-CoV-2 transmission [ 31 , 39 , 40 , 41 ]. The Go To Travel campaign took place from summer to winter, with gradually lowering temperatures. We estimated the temperature coefficient, ${\beta }_{4}$ , to be − 0.092 (95% CI − 0.45 to 0.28), which was not statistically significant. However, even after adjusting for the potential influence of temperature, the effect of the second campaign remained evident.

In this research, we investigated the geographic spread of COVID-19 infection rather than examining the transmission dynamics within each prefecture. During the study period, the SARS-CoV-2 lineages B.1.1.284 and B.1.1.214 were dominant. Neither of them has been classified as a variant of concern, but they share a point mutation (D614G) in the viral spike protein. That may have affected the transmission dynamics; however, we did not have access to genomic surveillance by geographic region, and it was very difficult to judge whether those lineages affected the spatial spread of COVID-19 (Additional file 2 : Fig. S3). It is highly likely that changes in inter-prefectural movement correlated with implementation of the campaign; thus, in the regression model, we considered only temperature without a potentially correlated value.

In this study, we did not account for changes in the spread of COVID-19 in each prefecture because the pandemic activity in the affected prefectures remained small. Thus, to determine the causal impact of Go To Travel using empirically observed epidemiological data, we considered that analyzing the initiation of the pandemic would be the most measurable outcome. Our purpose was to examine the inter-prefectural spread of COVID-19 before and after the travel campaign—not changes in the number of newly infected cases within a prefecture. Therefore, we focused on the number of prefectures that exceeded the threshold values rather than directly determining the incidence level and decomposing the transmission dynamics in detail. To compare the level of actual pandemic magnitude by prefecture, it would perhaps be necessary to account for different interventions adopted in each prefecture [ 42 ].

Our interrupted time-series analysis model examined abrupt changes by comparing the number of prefectures with a certain level of incidence before and after the second travel campaign; however, it is useful to explore whether the outcome also changed (e.g., decreased) after cancellation of the campaign. We examined whether results that were consistent with what we obtained in the primary investigation were maintained after accounting for the post-campaign period (Additional file 2 : Fig. S8). It was very difficult, however, to explicitly assess the impact of suspending the campaign using the interrupted time-series analysis model. The Go To Travel campaign was gradually suspended from late November 2020 in prefectures where the number of people with COVID-19 increased significantly; the program was suspended nationwide on December 28, 2020. On January 7, 2021, a state of emergency was declared for Tokyo and surrounding areas. Considering the overlapped timing between cessation of the campaign and implementing public health and social measures, we believe that as well as suspending the campaign the impact of various countermeasures and people’s risk awareness affected the subsequent decline in the outcome. It was difficult to assess the impact of campaign suspension because the timing of the campaign’s end differed by prefecture; travel-associated cases represented only a small fraction of COVID-19 cases when the number of infected people substantially increased (Additional file 2 : Fig. S8).

This study has some limitations. The first and most important is that the causal argument based on interrupted time-series analysis is vulnerable to concurrent changes that happened at a similar time to the campaign. A plausible alternative explanation cannot be identified, but the second campaign took place during a period when the following occurred: (1) restrictions on mass gatherings were eased [ 43 ]; (2) entrance from overseas to Japan was partially allowed for reentry visa holders [ 44 ]; and (3) onsite school classes restarted. Nevertheless, it is unlikely that these directly influenced the spatial spread of COVID-19 in Japan, and the involvement of schoolchildren in transmission remained minimal during the latter part of 2020 [ 45 ].

The second limitation is associated with ascertainment bias. The Go To Travel campaign featured in the mass media during the second campaign period, and the pandemic in Tokyo then was increasing. Thus, recognizing the pandemic risk may have been heightened, and later cases may have been better identified than in earlier periods. However, even with improved case detection, it is difficult to explain the steady increase in the number of prefectures with a greater number of cases during the campaign period.

Third, we focused on the second Go To Travel campaign, and the control period was during the latter period of the first campaign. The first campaign had limited impact on the geographic spread of COVID-19. During the first campaign, the second wave in Japan (which was dominated by urban prefectures, including Tokyo and Osaka) was gradually brought under control, and the number of travel-associated cases did not increase. Moreover, the budget of the first Go To Travel campaign was limited compared with that of the second campaign [ 46 , 47 ]. Thus, we considered the first campaign period an appropriate control period to measure the impact of the second campaign.

Fourth, we did not consider inter-prefecture mobility rate owing to scarcity of data. Currently available human movement data are restricted to mobility (and de facto population) within each prefecture, not the actual rate of movement crossing prefectural borders.

We believe the enhanced travel resulting from the Go To Travel campaign facilitated inter-prefectural spread of COVID-19. Policies that boost economic activities should be balanced with the increase in pandemic risk. It must be remembered that promoting travel may cause an epidemic to be easily disseminated from urban to nonurban locations, where health-care capacity may be limited.

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Coronavirus disease 2019

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2

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We thank the local governments, public health centers, and institutes for surveillance for assistance with laboratory testing, epidemiological investigations, and data collection. We thank Cathel Kerr, B.Sc, Ph.D. and Analisa Avila, MPH, ELS from Edanz ( https://jp.edanz.com/ac ) for editing a draft of the manuscript.

AA received funding from JSPS KAKENHI (22J14304) and the Fujiwara Memorial Foundation. S-mJ received funding from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) KAKENHI (20J2135800). HN received funding from Health and Labour Sciences Research Grants (20CA2024, 20HA2007, 21HB1002, and 21HA2016), the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (JP20fk0108140, JP20fk0108535, and JP21fk0108612), the JSPS KAKENHI (21H03198 and 22K19670), the Environment Research and Technology Development Fund (JPMEERF20S11804) of the Environmental Restoration and Conservation Agency of Japan, and the Japan Science and Technology Agency SICORP program (JPMJSC20U3 and JPMJSC2105) and RISTEX program for Science of Science, Technology and Innovation Policy (JPMJRS22B4). The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis, decision to publish, or preparation of the manuscript.

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Vice President Kamala Harris returning to Arizona for abortion-related campaign event

On the heels of the Arizona Supreme Court’s upholding a Civil War-era abortion ban, Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Tucson on Friday for an event focused on “reproductive freedom,” the Biden-Harris re-election campaign announced Tuesday.

Harris has traveled across the country to rail against Republican-led attempts to restrict abortion. She appeared in Phoenix in early March to argue that Arizona’s laws “criminalize doctors" and "punish" women, calling the state’s anti-abortion advocates “extremists.”

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Former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for president, released his platform on abortion on Monday. Trump endorsed the Supreme Court’s rollback of Roe vs. Wade and said he believes the matter should be left to the states. He did not endorse a national ban on abortion, which has been floated by some in his party.

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USAID worker killed in Israel, agency says

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A staff member with United States Agency for International Development (USAID) died Friday in the Israeli port city of Jaffa, the agency announced.

The male staffer was with USAID’s West Bank and Gaza mission, the agency said in a brief statement.

USAID did not provide details on the circumstances around his death or his identity or citizenship.

“He was a dedicated member of our team for more than two decades, and our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues,” USAID said.

USAID is working with the US Embassy to work out details about the fatal incident and its follow-up investigation, it said.

US expects Iran to carry out direct strikes against targets inside Israel, sources say

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The United States currently expects Iran will carry out strikes against multiple targets inside Israel and that Iranian proxies could also be involved in carrying out the attacks, according to a senior administration official and a source familiar with the intelligence.

The targets would likely be both inside Israel and around the region.

The beginning of a state-on-state conflict between Iran and Israel would mark a serious escalation in the region that the US has hoped to avoid.

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The US observed Iran moving military assets around internally, including drones and cruise missiles, signaling that it is possibly preparing to attack Israeli targets from inside its own territory, according to two people familiar with US intelligence.

It is not clear whether Iran is preparing to strike from its soil as part of an initial attack, or if it is posturing to try to deter Israel or the US from conducting a possible counter strike on its territory.

One of the people said the US had observed Iran readying as many as 100 cruise missiles.

Some context: The Iranians want their retaliatory strike on Israel — a response to the Israeli strike on an Iranian consulate last week in Damascus — to be "significant," one of the people familiar with the intelligence said. But they also want to avoid getting embroiled in a direct war with Israel and the US, CNN has reported, which is why US intelligence has assessed that Iran may use its proxy forces to launch the first attack.

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A view of damaged houses and burning vehicles after a raid by Israeli settlers on a town near Ramallah, West Bank on April 12.

Hundreds of armed Israeli settlers stormed a village in the occupied West Bank on Friday, setting fire to several homes and cars — and leaving at least one Palestinian dead — in one of the largest attacks by settlers this year, according to Palestinian officials.

The settlers attacked Al-Mughayyir village, east of Ramallah, raided homes and fired gunshots at residents, according to Amin Abu-Alia, the head of the village council. Videos obtained by CNN show parts of the village burning, with smoke billowing over several buildings and settlers lobbing rocks. Houses and cars are seen completely burnt up, with sounds of gunfire and clashes heard in the background.

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Hezbollah-Israel clashes: Around 40 rockets were fired from Lebanon on Friday evening, according to the Israeli military. Some were intercepted and the rest fell in open areas, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement. Israeli warplanes also carried out several airstrikes on Friday, targeting "military buildings" used by Hezbollah fighters in parts of southern Lebanon, the IDF said.
Iranian threats: US President Joe Biden told reporters Friday he expects an attack from Iran will happen “sooner than later," with the White House adding that there is a "very credible" threat of Iranian retaliatory strikes against Israel. Additionally, the US Defense Department is moving additional assets to the Middle East region, a defense official told CNN, as the US and Israel brace for the potential attack . Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and US Central Command Commander Gen. Erik Kurilla on Friday discussed preparations for the potential attack .
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The US will attempt to intercept any weapons launched at Israel if it’s feasible to do so, two US officials told CNN, in an indication of the level of ongoing cooperation between the two militaries before an anticipated Iranian attack .

US Navy forces in the Red Sea have previously intercepted long-range missiles launched from the Houthis in Yemen toward Israel. US forces in Iraq and Syria could also potentially intercept drones and rockets targeting northern Israel, depending on the location from which they’re launched.

Gen. Erik Kurilla, the commander of US Central Command, has been in Israel meeting with the country’s security leadership. On Friday, the Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, met with Kurilla.

There have been a number of conversations where US officials have urged Israel not to escalate the situation in retaliating against Iran, according to one of the US officials.

Remember: An Iranian attack is expected in response to Israel’s deadly strike of Tehran's consulate in Damascus, Syria, last week.

The Damascus attack was the latest incident to stoke fears of a wider regional conflict breaking out in the Middle East during Israel's campaign in Gaza.

Diplomatic efforts: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has held a slew of calls to foreign counterparts aimed at pressuring Iran not to attack Israel.

The top US diplomat spoke with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi on Friday, according to a readout from State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller.

Blinken also spoke with the Turkish, Chinese and Saudi foreign ministers in recent days, Miller said.

Israeli settlers kill at least 1 Palestinian while storming West Bank village

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Hundreds of armed Israeli settlers stormed a village in the occupied West Bank on Friday, setting fire to several homes and cars in one of the largest attacks by settlers this year, according to Palestinian officials.

At least one Palestinian man was killed when shots were fired by Israeli settlers in the village of Al-Mughayyir, east of Ramallah, according to the head of the village council Amin Abu-Alia. He said he identified the killed Palestinian as his 26-year-old relative named Jihad Abu-Alia, who was meant to get married this summer.

At least 25 others were injured in the rampage, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Ramallah, the scale of which has not been seen since hundreds of settlers stormed through the villages of Turmusayya and Huwara in two separate incidents last year.

Between 1,000 and 1,200 settlers surrounded the village, and around 500 stormed it just after midday local time on Friday, blocking all the roads in the area, Abu-Alia told CNN.

He added that Israeli security forces informed Palestinian officials that the settlers were looking for a 14-year-old Israeli boy who had gone missing earlier in the day.

They attacked the village, raided homes and fired gunshots at residents, Abu-Alia said. Videos obtained by CNN show parts of the village burning, with smoke billowing over several buildings and settlers lobbing rocks. Houses and cars are seen completely burnt up, with sounds of gunfire and clashes heard in the background.

According to Abu-Alia, the Israeli military arrived at the scene at around 3 p.m. and didn’t stop the settlers from attacking the village. Israeli soldiers allowed them to raid homes, prevented Palestinian residents from moving around and blocked ambulances from reaching the injured, he added.

Abu-Alia told CNN settlers stole approximately 70 sheep from the Palestinian village.

In response to a question by CNN, the IDF said “violent riots were instigated in multiple locations in the area” following the search for the boy.

Israel says airstrikes targeted Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon

Israeli warplanes carried out several airstrikes on Friday, targeting "military buildings" used by Hezbollah fighters in parts of southern Lebanon, according to the Israel Defense Forces.

The areas include the Aita al-Shaab and the Taybeh in southern Lebanon, said Avichay Adraee, I DF spokesperson for Arab media, in a post on X.

"During the day, several shells were fired from Lebanon towards the Upper Galilee region, without causing any casualties. IDF forces attacked the sources of fire," Adraee added.

The Israeli airstrikes were before the 40 rockets that were launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel Friday evening and claimed by Hezbollah.

Biden expects an attack from Iran will happen "sooner than later"

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US President Joe Biden gives remarks in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House campus on Friday in Washington, DC.

US President Joe Biden expects an attack from Iran will happen “sooner than later," he told reporters at the White House Friday.

“I don’t want to get into secure information but my expectation is sooner than later,” Biden said when asked how imminent an attack on Israel was.

Asked what his message to Tehran is right now, the president said “Don’t.”

In response to more shouted questions from reporters asking if American troops were at risk, Biden returned to the podium and said that the United States is "devoted” to the defense of Israel.

“We will support Israel. We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed,” Biden said.

Remember: The United States says it is on high alert for a significant Iranian retaliatory attack following Israel's deadly strike on Tehran's consulate in Damascus last week, raising fears of a wider regional war. There remains a “real,” “credible” and “viable” threat of Iran launching strikes, the White House said earlier Friday, following Israel’s attack on a diplomatic compound in Syria that killed three Iranian generals.

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Peter Dutton was criticised for flying to Perth instead of spending more time campaigning in crucial Dunkley byelection.

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Peter Dutton’s office claimed nearly $6,000 in public expenses for staff and security to travel to Perth with the opposition leader when he attended Gina Rinehart’s lavish birthday party.

Dutton’s office has said he travelled at his own expense to the party for Australia’s richest woman , which included a horseriding performance, multiple large cakes and onstage pyrotechnics. But travel information obtained under freedom of information shows members of Dutton’s team – which his office said included a staffer and a security detail – claimed travel from Melbourne to Perth and back again on 29 February, the night of the party on the banks of the Swan River.

It was reported in March that Dutton attended Rinehart’s party after the end of a parliamentary sitting week, before appearing in Melbourne the next morning to campaign for the Dunkley byelection. The Australian Financial Review reported Dutton was spotted flying from Canberra to Melbourne, then travelling on to Perth before returning to Melbourne that same evening – potentially joining Rinehart’s party for as little as an hour.

Dutton was criticised at the time by 2GB host Ben Fordham for choosing to fly to Perth instead of spending more time campaigning in Dunkley, calling the opposition leader’s decision “a bad call” and suggested he should have “brushed” the party to campaign more in the crucial byelection.

“Peter Dutton spent more time on the aeroplane than he did at the party, which sounds like a waste of time to me,” Fordham said.

Labor’s Jodie Belyea won the byelection against Liberal challenger Nathan Conroy by a 53-47 margin.

The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA), the government body which manages parliamentarians’ work expenses, released information under FoI on Thursday to show Dutton’s office claimed flights between Melbourne and Perth on the day of – and the day after – Rinehart’s party. All were classified as having been claimed by “personal staff”, rather than Dutton himself. Guardian Australia understands that any claim for Dutton himself would have been recorded and classified differently on the documents.

IPEA records show staff from Dutton’s office claimed a Melbourne to Perth flight on 29 February, the day of the party, costing $2,221.63. The same day, staff also claimed a Perth to Melbourne air fare, at $2,680.80.

The following day, 1 March, was another staff claim for a Perth to Melbourne air fare at $1,028.93.

In total, the three air fare claims between Melbourne and Perth came in at $5,931.36.

Guardian Australia contacted Dutton’s office for clarification on the claims. A spokesperson responded that the opposition leader travelled with one staff member and his security detail, which they said was appropriate and within travel rules.

Dutton is typically accompanied in public by a security detail, as are other senior politicians like prime minister Anthony Albanese and deputy PM Richard Marles.

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Dutton’s spokesperson also referred back to his remarks in March, at the time of the initial reporting on his Perth trip.

“The air fares were at my expense, there was no accommodation. I flew back on the redeye so that I could be back into Melbourne at 4.30 the next morning,” Dutton said at the time.

“My security detail operates exactly the same as the governor general and the prime minister.”

The lavish celebration for Rinehart, according to her company’s websites, included “a horse show backed by the fantastic Aussie music, The Man from Snowy River, with riders … carrying large Australian and company flags”.

The Perth lord mayor, Basil Zempilas, told 6PR radio he attended the event, calling the horseback show “an incredible sight”, and saying the pop star Guy Sebastian had sung the national anthem.

Last year Dutton was flown to another Rinehart party at Hancock Prospecting’s Pilbara mine by another billionaire rich-lister , where he praised the mining magnate and her family as “pioneers” who had “given so much to this country”.

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Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny star in a new campaign for Gucci's Valigeria travel line ahead of the busy summer season. The two were rumored to be dating before ending their relationship at the end of 2023, only for a new report that suggested they'd gotten back together at the start of January 2024. The photos are evocative of paparazzi images taken of celebrities at the airport.

In the campaign photos, Jenner and Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio), pose separately with pieces from the Gucci Savoy collection, featuring fluorescent accents.

The new collection lands just in time for summer travel season. Duffle bags, backpacks, rigid suitcases and trolleys are among a few of the pieces found in the collection.

Pieces from the collection also feature heritage-infused design elements. The campaign first launched last September , featuring images of the then-couple shot by Anthony Seklaoui. "The house's latest campaign embraces the spirit of ‘Gucci Ancora' as a celebration of the love that lies at the center of Gucci's community," the Italian house said in a statement at the time.

The September campaign photos, in which the "Tití Me Preguntó" and "The Kardashians" stars pose together for a number of snapshots, are in contrast with the latest images. In the new batch of campaign photos, the two are photographed separately.

Jenner and Bad Bunny aren't the only stars to pose for the Gucci travel line. In January, global brand ambassador and actress Ni Ni and Taiwanese actor Chang Chen posed for a series of similarly styled images for Gucci . The campaign marked a reunion for the respective stars of the Chinese television series "Love and Destiny."

The collection of photos showcases "a celebration of love and the broader concept of family," the fashion house said in a statement at the time. The campaign, brought to fruition by the brand's creative director Sabato De Sarno , also speaks to "the special kind of familiar beauty that travel brings, especially when you find yourself beside a friend that is like family."

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