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

⁡ I went to see the sea of ​​clouds at Minoyama Park in Chichibu! The night view from here is known as one of the 100 best night views in Japan. ⁡ The sea of ​​clouds occurs when certain conditions are met between late night and early morning! Season: October to December, April. It can also be seen in other months if the conditions are met. Time: Late night to early morning. Roughly 4 to 7 am. Weather: It is more likely to occur if it is clear at dawn and if it rains the day before. Wind speed: Weak wind. Humidity: High humidity. ⁡ ⁡ 📍Minoyama Park Location: Oaza Minano, Minano-machi, Chichibu-gun, Saitama Parking: There are three parking lots that are always open. Other: It is pitch black at night, so it is a good idea to bring a smartphone light or a flashlight. The toilets are clean! ⁡ ⁡ ⁡ #sea of ​​clouds #Chichibu #night view #Saitama #Saitama outing spots #Saitama sightseeing #great view spot

Many tourists will sit at Seibu Chichibu Station and start visiting Chichibu City, but in fact Seibu Chichibu Station itself is also an attraction, you might as well spend a little time here before leaving😏 The Onsen Festival in front of Seibu Chichibu Station is a large indoor market with the famous Chichibu Festival as the interior design inspiration Chichibu's hot springs are very famous, but many people choose to travel to Tokyo for the same day, may not stay in hot spring hotels #Japan and Korea urban attractions

Chichibu is very close to Tokyo city, Ikebukuro direct access, about 80 minutes to arrive, convenient transportation, "Yangshan Park" is a landmark of Chichifu, especially the most famous for its Shibazakura carpet, every year the flower season attracts a large number of tourists to check in pilgrimage🤗 The park is very large, the air is fresh, you will find green grass everywhere, comfortable and relaxing! There is also a small farm in the park with several lambs. Visitors can feed the lambs as they please. Both adults and children have fun! Of course, there is no shortage of being close to small animals, and taking pictures to take pictures  🤭 free admission to the park, definitely a good place for parents and children! #Japan must-visit photo spots

Getting There - 〒369-1902 埼玉県秩父市三峰298-1 TEL 0494-55-0241　FAX 0494-55-0328 Attractions - shrine Fees - free The mountain top shrine can be reached out by bus or private car. This shrine is famous for it’s wolf praying shrine and well known among local Japanese. Take a bus from Seibu-Chichibu Station and alight at the final stop, Mitsumine-jinja (75 minutes, 950 yen one way). Using the same bus route, it is also possible to board the bus from Mitsumineguchi Station to Mitsumine-jinja (55 minutes, 690 yen one way).

This is an annex of Nihachi Soba Hirai, a delicious soba restaurant in Chichibu, and it opened in 2019. I've been to Hirai several times, and I've never forgotten how delicious the fresh soba was, even if I had to wait in line to eat it. This time, I was sightseeing around Chichibu Station, so I walked about 10 minutes to Hirai Hanare. The restaurant was so homely that I was surprised and asked myself, "Is this really the place?" I hadn't made a reservation, so I told them I'd try again next time if I couldn't get in, but they were happy to let me in even though they seemed to be fully booked. I'm grateful. After that, it seemed like they only took reservations. It was a hot day, so the cold soba tea I was given at the beginning was delicious. I had a reservation for the hand-ground soba, so I had mori soba (¥1,100). Hirai's soba is shiny, fresh, and chewy. It's delicious even without the broth. But the slightly sweet soup is so delicious that you'll want to drink it all. If you're a hungry woman, you can easily get a large serving. Kinpira is served as a side dish. The soba soup is thicker than any other, and it's incredibly delicious when you add pickled plums. I want to drink more. (Gourmet) The staff are also friendly and welcoming. Next time, I'd like to make a reservation and try the hand-ground soba. 2-13-6 Nosaka-cho, Chichibu-shi, Saitama 368-0033 Closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 11:30-14:00 (closes when sold out) There is a parking lot for 5 cars away from the restaurant 🚗 You can pay with PayPay #Chichibu #Soba #Hirai Hanare

One of the famous attractions in Chichibu – Sheep Mountain Park, about 25-30 minutes walk from Seibu Chichibu Station or Mikahata Station, and from the entrance, there are many ramps, walk to Shibazakura Garden is quite tiring, suggest if you go from the station, you can consider taking a taxi, save unnecessary ramps 😅 I only walked for about two hours, because my purpose is to see the cherry blossoms🌸 Before leaving, I went to the official website to see, in fact, the most famous is the cherry blossoms, when just entered April, the website said the cherry blossoms opened 10%, so I did not think to see, because I know the cherry blossoms are mostly blooming in late April and early May. I don't know if it's a weekday, there are really few people, the whole park seems to have seen at most a dozen Japanese 😅😅 So some of the more remote roads are quite quiet, fortunately it is broad daylight, otherwise it will be scared 😆 There are pink and purple, super beautiful, plus cherry blossoms to match, very beautiful and beautiful place, passers-by and my mood should be the same heart ❤️ flowers 🌸 blooming 😍 If the right time to come, I think the whole Shichi Sakura Park should be super lively and beautiful, have the opportunity to come again Chichibu and Yangshan Park ~ ~ recommendation 💕 #OverseasTravel #Japan #Tokyo #near Tokyo #Cherry Blossoms #Shiba Cherry

I don't know how many times I've been here, but it was my first time visiting in the summer. This shrine is located at an altitude of 1000m, where Emperor Yamato Takeru is said to have enshrined Izanagi no Mikoto and Izanami no Mikoto. It is said that a wolf guided Emperor Yamato Takeru to this place, and they are enshrined together, and their figures can be seen everywhere. First, there is a slope leading to the shrine's torii gate, and the scenery is wonderful. You can feel the mountains, and the air is very fresh. The temperature seems to be a little lower than in the city of Chichibu. After passing through the torii gate, the air is quiet as if it has changed. There is a short queue to worship, but you can greet the god and pray properly. The goshuin was written for you. I saw people bringing their pet dogs before, but it seems that they are not allowed to bring them now. Mitsumine Shrine has an inner shrine that cannot be entered in winter. It is said to be in a place that is not easy to get to, as most people are wearing mountain climbing clothes. I've heard that bears appear there, so I haven't been able to try... It's a sacred place because it's not easy to get to. I feel grateful for the people who protect it. Mitsumine Shrine has a very strong power. I always get sleepy on the way home... The road is a mountain road, so please drive carefully. 298-1 Mitsumine, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture About an hour by car from the center, such as Chichibu Station Parking ¥520 #MitsumineShrine #Chichibu #PowerSpot

I recommend going early in the morning. When it gets close to noon, you will have to wait to enter the parking lot. From the parking lot, it is about a 15-minute walk to the main hall. I went in the fall, it is very cold because it is deep in the mountains. It is a good idea to make sure to bring a jacket. I had to wait in line for about 30 minutes to get to the main hall, but I was able to worship. You can only worship one group at a time. I recommend going with plenty of time! The grounds are spacious and have a very solemn atmosphere, and I was able to feel the power of this hidden power spot! #hiddenplace #mitsumine #saitamatourism

Train Station 🚉: Chichibu Where is it 🗺️: Saitama Prefecture, east-western Japan Famous for ✨: 🎏 various festivals throughout the year, like the light festival in the winter and fire festival in spring 🧊 having 3 Big Icicles - super stunning and highly recommended 🍡mochi Big tourist spots 👀: 🌸🌲Hitsujiyama Park with amazing flowers ⛩️Chichibu Shrine 🕳️ Hashidate Cave

#Japan Attractions When I came to Tokyo, I saw a lot of cherry blossoms, but those could only be cherry blossom trees. I finally saw a piece of cherry blossom forest in Yangshan Park. My dream came true 🌸🌸🌸 Yangshan Park is 20 minutes walk from Chichibu Station, and there are stairs, to challenge personal physical strength 💪 but for the view to work hard On the road, you will not get bored when you see waterwheels, vegetation, and long red torii gates Finally arrived, the endless cherry trees, pink cherry blossoms blooming, in the breeze blowing enchanting, and falling dots of pink petals, like the sky full of snow, this scene is really touching Yangshan Park has the famous cherry blossom viewing area (with material, and the south side is planted with about 1000 cherry blossoms 🌳, this time the area is the south side viewing area (no material), the cherry blossom forest in the distance against the snow-capped mountains more elegant, forming a majestic and elegant picture 🌹🌹🌹❤

#Japan Attractions Chichibu Shrine is located in the suburbs of Tokyo. You can buy a one-day ticket for Seibu Railway for ¥1,000 to visit the railway attractions. Chichibu Station is the last stop. It only takes 80 minutes from Ikebukuro. It is very convenient. When you come to Chichibu, you must visit Chichibu Shrine. I saw a cherry tree in bloom inside the shrine. It turned out that the pink beauty can be found everywhere during the cherry blossom season. There is also a century-old giant tree in the shrine, which should be a tree spirit. A girl in kimono attracted many people to take pictures. It is indeed a very Japanese-style picture. The shrine enshrines the "Three Monkeys of Genki". Confucius said, "Do not look at what is inappropriate, do not listen to what is inappropriate, and do not say what is inappropriate". Japanese culture is also famous for the three monkeys of "Do not look, do not listen, and do not say". The three monkeys we saw this time are encouraging people to look more, listen more, and speak more in modern society, so as to have better development. What a good cultural implication🤗 In addition, Chichibu Shrine was rebuilt by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Because he worshipped tigers, tiger statues were carved around the shrine, and 🐯 was used to symbolize the parent-child relationship. "When a baby is close to the skin of the parents, when a child is close to the hands of the parents, when a teenager is close to the eyes of the parents, and when a young adult is close to the heart of the parents", what a good cultural experience❤🌹

This sacred tree is said to be 800 years old and is a symbol of good fortune and good luck. It is crowded every year with people who run the business and those looking for a good match. 📍298-1 Mimine, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture

〒369-1312 Shibuya Park Hotel 559-1 💯Plus points: ✅ Beautiful view, near the river, children can play in the water, lots of trees (The red leaves in autumn are definitely very beautiful) ✅ Families with small children will love it, there is a small playground, there is an "ehon library" train car ✅ Clean and beautiful bathroom ✅ There is a separate diaper room ✅ There are many dishwashing areas with clean hot water, very convenient ✅ Friendly staff, before check-out time, there is a staff member riding a bicycle to greet all the camps, to see if there are any problems that need to be commented on ✅ Nearby is Shibuya Park Hotel ❌ Points minus: ✔️ Have to take the trash home 😭😭😭 ✔️ The bathroom is only open from 8:30 am so for people who have the habit of bathing in the morning like me, it's a bit inconvenient 🥲

During Golden Week, I went on a day trip to Chichibu and Nagatoro in Saitama Prefecture. Seibu Chichibu Station is easily accessible, just 80 minutes from the city center. Here is a classic route that is perfect for a day trip. First, we went to Hitsujiyama Park, famous for its moss pinks. The best time to see them was said to end on April 30th in 2022, but they were still worth seeing in the first week of May. For lunch, we had the specialty pork and miso rice bowl, Nosaka's pork and miso rice bowl bento, which we took out and ate in the park. Currently, due to the effects of COVID-19, they are only open for takeout. We walked to Onohata Station and took the Chichibu Railway to Nagatoro Station. In Nagatoro, we experienced line rafting (river boating). There was also a rapids spot, which was like an attraction. After disembarking, we spent some time relaxing on the rock bed, looking at the river. 1. Shibazakura Hill, Hitsujiyama Park ■Admission Fee Free (300 yen for adults during the Shibazakura viewing period) ■Address 6360 Omiya, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture ■Access 20 minutes on foot from Seibu Chichibu Station, Seibu Railway 2. Nosaka ■Price Pork Miso Bowl Lunch Box 1,100 yen ■Address 1-13-11 Nosaka-cho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture ■Access 3 minutes on foot from Seibu Chichibu Station, Seibu Railway 3. Nagatoro Line Boat Ride ■Price 1,800 yen per adult ■Address 489-2 Nagatoro, Nagatoro-cho, Chichibu-gun, Saitama Prefecture ■Access 1 minute on foot from Nagatoro Station, Chichibu Railway #QuintessaCampaign #trip2022 #SaitamaTourism

Address: 1-16-15 Nosaka-cho, Chichibu-shi, Saitama 368-0033 I ordered a venison loin bowl and pork bone ramen at the food corner of Seibu Chichibu Ekimae Onsen/Matsuri no Yu. There are also many souvenirs and local beers that are only available locally. #trip2022 #gourmet

Chichibu Shrine is famous as a power spot. It is a popular spot in Chichibu, Saitama, which is gaining popularity due to the influence of anime and TV commercials. The inner shrine building inherits the architectural style from the early Edo period and is designated as a tangible cultural property of Saitama. When I visited last fall, a chrysanthemum exhibition was being held. Address: 1-3 Banba-cho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture 368-0041 #trip2022 #Chichibu

Wanpaku Square and Kuzuha Inari Shrine (Hitachiyama Park) Wanpaku Square has several types of athletic equipment and playground equipment. It is on a small hill and surrounded by trees, so it may be difficult to find. Kuzuha Inari Shrine is located next to Wanpaku Square, and there are many torii gates on the stairs. It is a 15-20 minute walk from Onohata Station on the Chichibu Railway or Seibu Chichibu Station or Yokoze Station on the Seibu Chichibu Line. Hitsujiyama Park is large and has many things to see.

Hitsujiyama Park and Fureai Ranch A 20-minute walk from Seibu Railway's Seibu-Chichibu Station or Chichibu Railway's Onohata Station. There is a parking lot, and Hitsujiyama Park is a place where you can enjoy a variety of activities for free. It is famous for its moss pinks in spring, and just nearby is the Fureai Ranch where you can get up close and personal with the sheep. #Free Spot

Bokusui Falls is an artificial waterfall located halfway up the foot of Kumakicho 42yama Park in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. There is a Japanese garden, gazebo, waterwheel, and more. Although the water was not flowing when I went, it was nice to be able to see it in order.

Miharashi no Oka 41-1 Kumaki-cho, Chichibu-shi, Saitama Prefecture. Located in Hitsujiyama Park, this hill offers a panoramic view of downtown Chichibu. There is a parking lot, a restroom gazebo, stone statues, and benches. The cherry blossoms are beautiful in spring, and the night view is also beautiful. I went there on a clear day, and the location with a panoramic view was great.

Myoken no Mori Park This park is located in front of the Chichibu Shrine intersection at 9-9 Banba-cho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. It was developed in 2005 on the site of a former fire station as a place of relaxation for local residents and tourists. Inside the park, there is a tourist information center and a small flower bed. The adjacent white building is a storage facility for Banba-cho's food stalls, and inside the building is a community stage owned by the city.

Chichibu Shrine 1-3 Banba-cho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture This shrine is a 3-minute walk from Chichibu Station on the Chichibu Railway, and a 15-minute walk from Seibu Chichibu Station on the Seibu Chichibu Line. There are many colorful sculptures and plenty to see, but some of them were closed due to renovation work. The renovation work will take five years, starting in May 2018.

Buko Sake Brewery Yanagida Main Branch This sake brewery was founded in 1753 during the mid-Edo period and is located at 21-27 Miyasoda-cho, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. It is a 4-minute walk from Chichibu Station on the Chichibu Railway. The store building was built by the 7th generation and is the oldest building remaining in the Chichibu Valley, so you'll notice it as soon as you walk in. There are other things to see inside the store besides the sake.

Onohara Atago Shrine 340-2 Onohara, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. It is about a 3-minute walk from Onohara Station on the Chichibu Railway. If you go along the Chichibu Railway tracks, you will see many vermilion torii gates as shown in photos 2 and 3, and next to the torii gates are Benten and Asama as shown in photo 4. April 24, 2019 marked the 400th anniversary of the shrine's founding. April 24 is the annual festival.

Chichibu Temple No. 28 Hashidate-do This temple is built under a huge limestone cliff and is located in Kamikagemori, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, at the western foot of Mt. Buko. The address is 675 Kamikagemori, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. Access is about a 15-minute walk from Urayamaguchi Station on the Chichibu Line. #summertrip

A hill covered with cute little moss pinks. A hill overlooking the town. Hitsujiyama Park has two hills to enjoy. The road is filled with nature, and the atmosphere of the road is different, making it a fun walk. There are events depending on the season, so it's even more fun if you go at the same time. Address: 6360 Omiya, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture #FlowerSpot #Saitama #JapanGenkiProject2021 #SummerShortTrip

Mitsumine Shrine is located deep in the mountains of Chichibu, and it's far away, but it's worth going there. Fresh air and a sacred space! There is a large cedar tree near the shrine, and it's good to take a deep breath there, and if you stand there, you will feel a different atmosphere! When I went there this time, I was surprised to see wild deer, they came close to me. There is also a shop selling food near the shrine. They sell grilled shiitake mushrooms, which are very delicious! Please try them😊 There are also buses, so you won't have any trouble with transportation! If you go by car, it's also nice to stop by Fukaya Outlet or the roadside station on the way back🚗³₃ #Spring0yentrip #MitsumineShrine #Chichibu #HotSpring

I just went there to try fresh udon and take picture around there and on the way back to hotel I saw SL train passed by