10 Local Nightlife Experiences in Chiba
Where Do Chiba Locals Go at Night?
Wondering where to find authentic local nightlife experiences in Chiba? Whether you enjoy sparking night skies or theme park fun, this exciting city offers nocturnal activities and experiences that will have you grab for your camera and make lasting memories.
Tokyo Sky Tree or Tokyo Tower across the bay in Chiba boast magnificent city views that come alive at sunset. For gorgeous illuminated dreamland vibes, head over to Tokyo Disney Resort that transforms into a nighttime marvel. You’ll find indoor fun after dark at Daikeien Amusement Park. Aviation buffs will enjoy watching planes taking off and landing at Narita Airport at night or seeing the spectacular illuminated Tokyo Sky Tree from Umihotaru.
1. Umihotaru Parking Area
A scenic evening drive
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Foto, Viagens alternativas
Umihotaru Parking Area on Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line is great for a drive with a nighttime view. You can enjoy the atmosphere of a future city when you drive on the underwater freeway. You can get here from Kisarazu or Kawasaki, and a one-way toll is charged if you turn back at this point.
Once you arrive, go to the observation deck on the 5th floor. There’s nothing to interrupt the view over Tokyo Gate Bridge, Sky Tree and Tokyo Tower on a clear day. You can also see the fireworks of Disneyland at certain times. Umihotaru and Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line are also beautifully lit, and you can enjoy the fantastic view where the rear lights of the cars on the road form a path of light.
Localização: Umihotaru, Kisarazu, Chiba 292-0071, Japan
Abre: 24/7
Umihotaru Parking Area
2. I-link Town Ichikawa Observation Deck
Instagram-worthy panoramic views
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Foto
I-link Town Ichikawa, near the South Exit of JR Ichikawa Station, is a landmark of Ichikawa. Take the glass-walled elevator from the 3rd floor to the observation deck on the 45th floor of the West Tower and enjoy thrilling views while riding to the top. The observation deck offers a 360° panoramic views from 150 meters above the ground, which is one of the highest vantage points in the city.
Jazz and folk music concerts are held at the lounge occasionally. On the 3rd Friday and following Saturday every month, the lighting in the building is turned off so that photography enthusiasts can make the most of the views and even take photographs using a tripod.
Localização: 45th floor, The Towers West, 1-10-10 Ichikawaminami, Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0033, Japan
Abre: Daily from 9 am to 10 pm (observation deck until 9 pm)
I-link Town Ichikawa Observation Deck
3. Daikeien Amusement Park
A vast array of arcade games
Ideal para: Econômico, Famílias, Vida noturna
Daikeien Amusement Park is one of the biggest game arcades in Kanto. This amusement park is open 24 hours and has more than 1,000 games on a vast site of 33,000 hectares. There are claw machines, darts, basketball courts, a skateboard park, table tennis, car races, karaoke and batting cages.
Admission is free, and fees are charged depending on the facility you use, but the prices are reasonable. There’s also a space for children that is free of charge. It’s located 2 km from Omachi Station on the Hokuso Line, so you might want to take a taxi.
Localização: 358 Omachi, Ichikawa, Chiba 272-0801, Japan
Abre: 24/7
Daikeien Amusement Park
4. Chiba Port Tower
A romantic night view
Ideal para: Casais, Vida noturna, Foto
The 137-metre tall Chiba Port Tower overlooks Chiba Port and it’s designated as one of Japan’s Night View Heritage Sites and a Lovers’ Sanctuary. For the best nighttime vistas, come 30 minutes before sunset and watch the sky change from moment to moment. You can see the industrial area of Chiba Port on the south side, Sagami Bay and Mount Fuji on the west side, and Makuhari at night to the north. Visit during the holiday season to admire the tower adorned with thousands of Christmas lights.
You’ll find Chiba Port Tower a 12-minute walk from Chibaminato Station on the JR Keiyo Line or take Chiba Port Loop Bus on the Kominato Bus Line from JR Chiba Station.
Localização: 1-Chome, Chuo Ward, Chiba 260-0024, Japan
Abre: June–September: daily from 9 am to 9 pm. October–May: Monday–Friday from from 9 am to 7 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 9 am to 8 pm
Chiba Port Tower
5. Kimisarazu Tower
Celebrated nighttime views
Ideal para: Econômico, Vida noturna, Foto
Kimisarazu Tower in Kisarazu is an observatory tower named after the legend of the tragic love of Yamato Takeru and Oto Tachibana Hime. At night, the statue of them reaching out is lit up. The tower stands in Odayama Park in the centre of the city, where you can enjoy a beautiful nocturnal scenery that’s been selected as one of Japan’s 100 best night views despite being in the middle of a bright city.
You can enjoy vistas of Chiba, Kanagawa and Tokyo across Tokyo Bay. This park is managed by the city of Kisarazu, so admission is free.
Localização: 2-16 Oda, Kisarazu, Chiba 292-0044, Japan
Kimisarazu Tower
6. Cape Gyobu
Gorgeous sunsets from a clifftop
Ideal para: Econômico, Vida noturna, Foto
Cape Gyobu is a cliff located at the southern end of Byobugaura, bordering Kujukuri Beach. This is one of the best view spots in Chiba, having been selected as one of Japan’s 100 most beautiful sunsets, Japan’s 100 most beautiful sunrises, Japan’s 100 best night views and a Night View Heritage Site of Japan.
Iioka Gyobu Cape Prospects Hall Light and Wind at the cape is a free observatory, and from here (if the weather’s good) you can see the ‘Diamond Fuji’ where the setting sun aligns with the peak of Mount Fuji. If you’re using public transportation, take a bus bound for Choshi-Futabacho from JR Asahi Station, get off at Todai Iriguchi Stop and walk for 10 minutes.
Localização: 1309-1 Kaminagai, Asahi, Chiba 289-2704, Japan
Cape Gyobu
7. Inage Seaside Park
Great views of Tokyo skyline at night over the bay
Ideal para: Econômico, Vida noturna
If you’d like to enjoy a bit of fresh air and take in a nocturnal view of the Tokyo city before bedtime, head over to Inage Seaside Park. This spacious park boasts well-maintained areas for late night picnics, a fragrant rose garden and beds of lavender, traditional Japanese gardens and a picturesque lake. There’s a small, sandy beach where you can dig your toes into the warm sand on balmy summer nights and admire Tokyo city lights in the distance.
The park is about 30-minute walk from the Inagekaigan station, or a 9-minute bike ride. To stay overnight, book one of the well-equipped tents at the park glamping site.
Localização: Inage Seaside Park, 7 Chome−2, Takahama, Mihama Ward, Chiba, Japan
Inage Seaside Park
8. Narita Airport Viewing Deck
Where to experience the thrill of planes taking off and landing
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Foto
Narita Airport Viewing Deck is a great spot from which to watch planes arriving and departing, and the views of the runway lit up at night are pretty too. The viewing deck is located in Terminal 2. From the 4th floor of the viewing deck, you can get a close-up look of parked planes and see how they are prepared before pushback.
There’s no admission fee to enter the deck. To get here, head to Narita Airport Terminal 1 Station on the Narita Sky Access Line, Kesei Main Line, and JR Line.
Localização: Narita International Airport, Terminal 1, Narita, Chiba 282-8610, Japan
Abre: April–September: daily from 6.30 am to 9 pm. October–March: daily from 7 am to 9 pm
Narita Airport Viewing Deck
9. Tokyo Disney Resort
For spectacular light displays and family fun
Ideal para: Famílias, Vida noturna, Foto
Tokyo Disney Resort is the biggest amusement theme park in Chiba Prefecture, and it boasts gorgeous after-dark views. The World Bazaar and Cinderella Castle in Disneyland, and Palazzo Canale in DisneySea, are all beautifully illuminated, with Instagrammable sights at every turn.
Buy tickets online to avoid the long queues before entering the park and to make sure you don’t miss any of the night events. The best way of getting here is by train. The Disney Resort is located right in front of JR Maihama Station.
Localização: 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan
Abre: Hours vary by season
Tokyo Disney Resort
10. Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki
Hot springs and spectacular views
Ideal para: Casais, Famílias, Vida noturna
At Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki, 35 minutes by car from the center of Tokyo, you can bathe in a hot spring even if you’re not staying overnight. To bag a bargain, get the Twilight Ticket that is available from 4 pm, and then just forget about time and soak as you admire the superb views of Tokyo Bay.
When the sun sets, the views get even better. Every evening, the Dancing Water music fountain show, a laser show and illuminations with 125 million bulbs light up the landscape. To get here by car, take the Kisarazukaneda Exit and drive 5 minutes. By public transportation, take a free shuttle bus from JR Kisarazu Station or Kisarazukaneda Bus Terminal.
Localização: 1 Kitahamacho, Kisarazu, Chiba 292-0006, Japan
Ryugujo Spa Hotel Mikazuki
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