Chiba Hotel Guide. Hotels in Makuhari, Chiba, Japan

Known for being walkable and family-friendly, Makuhari is a relaxing neighborhood with a great selection of restaurants. Many visitors come to bask in its beautiful outdoor settings, namely the beaches and hot springs. Start by booking your hotel or apartment in Makuhari, and then enjoy the sights in the greater Chiba area.

Sightseeing around Makuhari

The local theme park will impress, as will other attractions. Sights like Chiba Lotte Marines Museum, Narashino Culture Center, and Inage Civil Aviation Museum offer insight into the local culture. Komamori Shrine, Former Osawa House, and Kemigawa Shrine are some local landmarks. Chiba Zoological Park, Keisei Rose Garden, and Funabashi Andersen Park are family favorites.

There's plenty to do in the area, such as shopping, taking a tour, and attending sporting events. Why not cheer with the crowd at Chiba Marine Stadium, Chiba International Swimming Pool, or Funabashi Racecourse? Soak up some sun at Makuhari Beach. Local parks like Makuharikaihin Prefectural Park, Yatsuhigata Nature Observation Center, and Shinobazu Pond are peaceful spots. For retail therapy, consider AeonMall Makuhari New City, Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari, and Tokyo Bay Shopping Mall, and seek out the perfect souvenir. If you have some more time, pay a visit to Sapporo Beer Chiba Factory, LaLaport, or Chapeau Funabashi.

Some of the area's most popular sights are Disneyland® Tokyo, Tokyo Sky Tree, and Sensoji Temple. Yatsu Rose Garden, Fujisaki Shinrin Park, and Inage Seaside Park are other must-sees.

Getting around Makuhari

If you want to venture out of town, Narashino Kaihin-Makuhari Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Shin-Narashino Station.

The Tokyo (HND-Haneda) airport is 15.6 miles (25.1 km) from Makuhari. The next closest airport is Tokyo (NRT-Narita Intl.), located 21.7 miles (35 km) away.