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Chiba must see attractions

1. Makuhari Messe

Makuhari Messe is an enormous and comprehensive conference center that hosts competitions and assemblies of all kinds. Food tasting and virtual reality exhibits stand beside sports expos and business gatherings. Choose from sports, music and all types of intriguing expositions in this expansive set of venues.
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Makuhari Messe

2. ZOZO Marine Stadium

The impressive ZOZO Marine Stadium is one of Tokyo’s premier sporting and events venues. Located in Chiba Prefecture, on the shores of Tokyo Bay, the stadium is a great place to see one of Japan’s legendary baseball games or enjoy a spectacular live music show. Ask at the box office for a line-up of events and book a ticket for a real Tokyo experience.
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ZOZO Marine Stadium

3. Chiba University

Chiba University is an international educational complex that welcomes foreign exchange students and visitors. It is one of the region’s most prominent attractions. Tree-lined avenues and glass-fronted buildings make up much of its serene and picturesque central campus in the heart of Chiba. Go for a quiet stroll between the buildings to get a sense of student life in this lively hub of academia.
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Chiba University

4. Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari

The Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari is an elegant open-air shopping mall filled with international and high-end stores. Its outlet shops provide deals and bargains, making some of the world’s biggest brands a little bit more affordable. Pick up a pamphlet in English with a guide to the mall and its shops.
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Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari

5. Chiba Zoological Park

Split into seven distinct zones, the Chiba Zoological Park is an all-encompassing animal park with large habitats. Its enclosures hold a great range of furry creatures. During feeding times you can get closer to them. Chat with the friendly zookeepers to learn more about the animals and their environments.
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Chiba Zoological Park

6. Chiba Park

With its range of exotic vegetation and floral displays, Chiba Park is a scenic set of gardens brightening up the city center. It has sports fields, a children’s playground and a vast pond where you can take out a rowboat. Visit the park in fall to see the colorful hues of the changing leaves.
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Chiba Park

Discover the most popular places to visit in Chiba

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Chiba

Chiba City Centre

4/5(37 area reviews)

Well-liked for its mountain views and museums, Chiba City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Chiba City Museum of Art and Chiba City Museum Of Science, and jump on the metro at Yoshikawa-koen Station to get around the city.

Chiba City Centre
Chiba showing a city

Chuo

Travelers choose Chuo for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yoshikawa-koen Station or Kencho-mae Station and check out top sights like Tokyo Bay.

Chuo
Makuhari

Mihama

5/5(2 area reviews)

While you're in Mihama, take in top sights like Tokyo Bay and jump on the metro at Makuharitoyosuna Station to see more of the city.

Mihama

Hanamigawa

If you're spending some time in Hanamigawa, Kotehashi Onsui Pool and Kemigawa Shrine are top sights worth seeing.

Hanamigawa
Chiba University

Inage

Inage is well-liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Chiba Zoological Park and Inage House Related to History of Chiba are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Sports Center Station or Anagawa Station to get around.

Inage
Chiba Zoological Park featuring zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals as well as an individual child

Wakaba

If you're spending time in Wakaba, check out sights like Chiba Zoological Park or Keiyo Country Club and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chishirodai Station or Chishirodai-Kita Station.

Wakaba

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