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

For those who have time left before boarding the plane back to Thailand, Let's go to #SAWARA, an interesting old town not far from Narita Airport. It takes half an hour to drive there or about 40 minutes by train from JR Narita Station. . This is an old town from the Edo period. There is a beautiful Ono Canal where we can take a boat ride to experience the atmosphere. You will get an ancient Japanese atmosphere or focus on walking and taking pictures. They open the old houses for us to see the lifestyle of Japanese people in the Edo period. The houses you see are well-maintained. Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/UnN7jYTrXnAhNBWC7 . #Sawara #Narita #Japan #AncientTown #Edo #canal #BoatTrip #WishListLet's go to #TokyoTravel

I visited Sawara, about an hour's drive from Chiba Station 😆 Sawara, also known as Little Edo, is a water town with many historical buildings 🌿 It is often used as a location for movies and dramas 🎬 The weather was good, so everywhere I took a picture was picturesque ❕ It's close to Tokyo, and Sawara on weekdays is a hidden gem that I highly recommend 🫢🤍 The whole town is filled with retro, and next time I'd like to go on a walking tour eating dango and sweets 🤤🍡 It was a wonderful townscape that made me want to take pictures forever 🕊️ #ChibaTourism#Sawara #KatoriCity #777

Sawara City, not far from Narita City, is a lovely old town and shopping district. Walking along the small alleys reminds me of the atmosphere of the prosperous Edo period. We visited during the New Year and most of the shops were closed, so we could only see the houses and buildings in Sawara that had been renovated to their original form. However, seeing the various historical buildings, such as traditional warehouses used by merchants and Western-style brick structures, is just as enjoyable. If it is not a festival day, tourists can also take a boat ride. Although it was a bit quiet today, it was beautiful and had a Japanese feel, so you can take beautiful pictures to show off to your friends. #TravelAbroad

This time we came to Sawara Station! The station building has a nice old retro feel. The hotel in front of the station, Route Inn, also has that same atmosphere. It's not an old hotel by any means, but it has a nice retro feel to it! It's a cheap hotel with good value for money. #summerweekendtrip #keihangroupcampaign #valueformoneyhotel #cheaptrip #coupletrip #greatview

#Overseas Travel#Japan Travel #Japan#Chiba Prefecture# Sawara Water Village is a 30-minute drive from Narita and about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Tokyo. It has a century-old history and is known as "Little Edo". It is a water village built along the Ono River, a tributary of the Tone River, Japan's largest river. ✅The streets are full of history, and there are merchant houses left over from the Edo period everywhere. Some are rebuilt on the original site, and some are renovated. ✅In addition to various old-fashioned snack shops and fruit shops, there are also various restaurants, such as eel rice, French cuisine, and Italian cuisine, which are all very distinctive and well-received restaurants😍😍 ✅Constitutes the most beautiful scenery on both sides of the Ono River in Sawara Water Village Address: Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture Transportation: Get off at Sawara Station on the JR Narita Line

Katori Shrine is the Ichinomiya of Shimousa Province (northern Chiba Prefecture) and the head shrine of the approximately 400 Katori Shrines nationwide. Together with Kashima Shrine and Ikisu Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture, it is known as one of the "Three Eastern Shrines." In recent years, it has also been attracting attention as one of the "Kanto region's leading power spots." Recommended tourist spots nearby include the bronze statue of Ino Tadataka, his former home, memorial hall, and the Sawara Traditional Buildings Preservation District. Address: 1697-1 Katori, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, 287-0017 #trip2022 #chiba #shrine

Katori Shrine in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture Katori Shrine is the Ichinomiya of Shimousa Province (northern Chiba Prefecture) and the head shrine of the Katori Shrines, which number about 400 nationwide. Together with Kashima Shrine and Ikisu Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture, it is known as one of the "Three Eastern Shrines." It enshrines Futsunushi no Okami, the god of martial arts, who also appears in the Nihon Shoki, and is said to bring good luck in winning, traffic, and disaster prevention. In recent years, it has also been attracting attention as one of the "Kanto region's leading power spots," and is a popular shrine that attracts many people from far away to worship. The approach to the shrine in front of the shrine is famous for its "kusa dango" (grass dumplings), which are sold in large quantities! It's very delicious, so please try it♩ #shrine #freespot #ChibaPrefecture #Chiba #ChibaTrip #KatoriShrine #powerspot

[Back to Japan during the Edo period? ! In-depth tour of Japan | Good places to visit near Tokyo] #I miss Sawara in Japan, because there you can feel the Edo-style Japan. Known as the water town of Sawara, it is only about a 90-minute drive from Tokyo at the fastest. With its Edo-style buildings and nostalgic river, you can choose to stroll or take a boat ride when visiting Sawara - it's like going back to Japan. traffic: Express bus (fastest): Departs from Tokyo Station and goes directly to Sawara JR: Take the JR Sobu Line from Tokyo Station to Narita Station, change to the JR Narita Line and get off at Sawara Station #Japan #Kanto #Sahara #free travel #Edo #I miss #I miss

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip Katori Shrine is located in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, and is the Ichinomiya of Shimousa Province. Together with Kashima Shrine and Ikisu Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture, it is one of the Three Eastern Shrines, and is not only one of the representative shrines of the Kanto region, but also has a wonderful landscape, making it a must-visit spot for tourists in the Hokuso area. Before the Meiji era, only three shrines were enshrined under the title of "Shrine": Ise, Katori, and Kashima. This shows how special Katori Shrine was to the Japanese people. Access Get off at JR Sawara Station, and take a taxi for about 10 minutes. You can also use various buses from JR Sawara Station. #ShrineTour #ChibaTourism

About an hour by train from Narita Airport 🚃 Little Edo, Sawara, where you can feel as if you have traveled back in time to the Edo period! Many old-fashioned buildings line the Onogawa River, creating an atmosphere full of Edo atmosphere! 🍃 Hibashi Bridge is commonly known as Jaja Bridge and has been selected as one of the "100 Soundscapes of Japan" ✨You can see water falling every 30 minutes, and enjoy the sound of the water that gave it its name! There are also restaurants in the area, so you can take a break if you get tired of walking! There are many sweet potato sweets shops, so we recommend going on a sweet potato sweets tour 🍠 At "Sawara Jusanriya", located right next to the Onogawa River, there is a wide variety of sweets such as university sweet potatoes, sweet potato shakes, and dried sweet potato dumplings ✨ The dried sweet potato dumplings are baked with sauce after receiving an order, so you can eat them fresh! The dried sweet potato kneaded into the dumplings adds an accent to the texture, and the gentle sweetness makes them exquisite! 😋 This is a highly recommended town for day trips around Narita! ✨ 📍Access: Take the Narita Line from JR Narita Station to Choshi Get off at Sawara Station (travel time: about 30 minutes) If coming from Narita Airport, transfer to JR at Keisei Narita Station 🚃 #Sawara Townscape #Sawara

🏮Step into the Edo era in the charming streets of Sawara Located in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, Sawara is a historic town often referred to as "Little Edo of Hokuso." I visited Sawara in spring and felt as if I had traveled back to the Edo period while exploring the stately wooden buildings lining the Ono River and the former residence of Tadataka Ino. Along the river, you'll find renowned eel restaurants and quaint cafes housed in old-style homes, making it a delightful spot for food lovers. The seasonal "Sawara Grand Festival" features magnificent floats parading through the town, and at night, the lantern lights create a magical atmosphere. Whether you're traveling solo or as a couple, this is sure to be a memorable trip. 🚃 Access: About a 10-minute walk from JR Narita Line "Sawara Station." 🚗 By car: Approximately 15 minutes from the "Sawara-Katori IC" on the Higashi-Kanto Expressway. Free parking is available nearby.

#Travel itinerary I will spend one night with my Japanese friend in Chiba City and have breakfast together. There is a quick-service corner for breakfast and it is quite delicious. Since I have a schedule, I will leave first and my Japanese friend will check out and go to work after about an hour. This morning's destination is Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture. I came here about 7 years ago, but this time I will go back to take pictures of the Pokemon Manhole. It takes 3 hours round trip from Chiba and 4 hours from Tokyo. It is a local tourist destination that you can only get to after transferring 3 times from the hotel. I took pictures of 2 Pokemon Manholes near the station and also saw a spot that resembles the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter again. The weather is artistic. There is a direct local train back to Chiba City, so it takes about 70 minutes. I woke up from a deep sleep and it was the last stop. Thank you. #Sawara #Katori City #Chiba #Japanese small city travel #Tokyo travel

The 200-year-old traditional buildings and the quiet streets are quaint. It's a bit cold to walk in the rain, but I imagine the comfort of good weather. I will visit again next time and take a bus to Sawarachi. Eat cheap and delicious Italian noodles. Enjoy the beauty of willow trees along the streets of Onogawa. There is no commercial noise, just like the ancient Chinese towns I like. But this is Japan, and I started to like Japan from here #Sawara #Suigo Sawara #Onogawa #Katori City

#springitinerary It is a wonderful spot where you can enjoy many flowers other than irises. The park is well-maintained, and although there is a fee, you can even tour the park by boat while looking at the flowers. The seasonal flowers are very beautiful. There are electric cars and boats in the park, so you can enjoy a variety of things. The restrooms are also clean, so it's easy to spend time there. There is also a museum-like facility nearby, so I think it would be interesting to take a look around.

The castle town of Sawara in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture There are various facilities where you can enjoy the old-fashioned atmosphere! The main house where Ino Tadataka spent about 30 years in Sawara remains as it was, and you can visit it for free⭐︎ There are various things such as cafes and restaurant experience rooms! The free rest area is also beautiful, and you can try on a kimono (for a fee) and then go sightseeing in the town! Experience the extraordinary while walking along the river! You should definitely try the famous "boat tour"! It takes about 30 minutes to slowly cruise along the river 💡Adults 1,300 yen 🕒10:00-15:00 (You can get a discount coupon if you use the nearby parking lot) 🌏1730-3 Sawara-i, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture #EnjoyJapan #Chiba

"Umenoya Main Store" is located in Katori Jingu, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture. The specialty is the ward off evil spirits dumplings! They have mitarashi and kusa dango, and you can enjoy freshly baked delicious dumplings right in front of the store🍡 The balance of the burnt taste and mitarashi was exquisite and delicious! You can enjoy two different flavors with a sweet and spicy set, or you can get ice cream, so there is a wide variety! In addition to dumplings, they also have meals such as soba noodles, and they are full at lunchtime, so you can see how popular they are - Zaru soba 750 yen There is also a souvenir corner, so you can enjoy shopping after eating! 🕒8:30-17:00 🌏1894-4 Katori, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture #EnjoyJapan #Chiba

Located in Sawara, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture A restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious French course meal in a historic old house, "Yumejian" (please note that the course meal requires a reservation) Aside from the food, the restaurant's garden and atmosphere are also very nice, making it a wonderful restaurant that gives you a sense of the extraordinary The cream puffs that are baked every day around 12:00 are popular! In addition to meals, they also sell a variety of baked goods and drinks, all of which were delicious! 🕒Lunch 11:30-15:00 Dinner 17:30-22:00 Closed Mondays and Tuesdays 🌏484-1 Sawara I, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture #EnjoyJapan #Chiba

This is a memorial museum for Ino Tadataka, located in the town of Sawara. Ino Tadataka was from Sawara, and is a great man who surveyed all of Japan and completed the Japanese region. Displays include Ino Tadataka's upbringing, the process leading up to the completion of the map of Japan, surveying equipment, and maps from that time. It's not very large, so you can enjoy it in an hour. Admission is 500 yen for adults, and it seems to be closed on Mondays. The photo is of a corner where photography is allowed, but please note that photography is not permitted in most of the exhibits. #Chiba #Sawara #LittleEdo #InoTadataka

Located along the river in the town of Sawara, Chiba, this is the site of the house where Ino Tadataka lived until he was 50 years old. Ino Tadataka was from Sawara, and is a historical figure known for his surveys of the Japanese region. Before surveying Japan, he lived in this house as a merchant. Admission is free. It is a spacious house befitting a wealthy merchant, and you can see the Japanese-style room and kitchen. There is also a storehouse at the back, which you can take a peek inside. It was a tasteful house that blended in with the surrounding streets of Little Edo. #Chiba #Sawara #LittleEdo #InoTadataka

🤸♀️ Sawara 🤸♀️ Sawara, which retains the appearance of the Edo period, is located in Chiba Prefecture, and is located in a place that can be reached in one go from Tokyo Station Yaesu Bus Terminal! I went on a cloudy day, so it was a shame, but the streetscapes are old and exotic, so it's a place worth visiting at least once! You can enjoy various things, such as the famous eel rice bowl restaurant, and the traditional Kitsaten! It's not well known, so it's not crowded with tourists, so I highly recommend it to those who like a quiet atmosphere! #Overseas travel #Overseas travel

#Kanto #Chiba #Tourism #Iris #Themepark #Botanicalgarden Tourist spot: Suigo Sawara Ayame Park (Suigo Sawara Aquatic Botanical Garden) Address: 1837-2 Ogishima, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture Access: Car is recommended (498 free parking spaces, 31 bus spaces) Public transport (Train JR Sawara Station → Bus/Taxi) Admission fees (per adult): December to March: Free April, September to December: 200 yen May to August: 600 yen During the Iris Festival from May 24 to June 22: 800 yen Closed: Usually on Mondays Period events: April 19 (Sat) to May 6 (Tue) Wisteria viewing party May 24 (Sat) to June 22 (Sun) Iris Festival July 5 (Sat) to August 11 (Mon) Lotus viewing party Experience menu: Boat tour of the garden 500 yen Flower cart 300 yen Dog run 300 yen per dog Crayfish bait 1 bag 100 yen Crayfish fishing April to November 1 set 100 yen They also sell seeds and other things👍

1. Address: 1722-1 Sawara-I, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture Recommended point: Ino Tadataka Memorial Museum Evaluation: The Complete Map of the Japanese Coastline is a work of art🖼️ 2. Address: 3406 Sawara-I, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture Recommended point: Ikadayaki Honpo Shojo Evaluation: Exterior🏡🏯 (Snack Grand Prix: Steamed clams in sake←no photos🤣) 3. Address: Postbox in Koedo Sawara📮 Recommended point: It somehow matches the background🤗 4. Address: Various spots in Koedo Sawara📸 Recommended point: Nice, strange, and just my own👌points

Enjoy the famous shaved ice while strolling through the streets of Sawara, known as Little Edo. The sudachi shaved ice is a perfect summer dish, combining the moderate sweetness of wasanbon with the sourness of sudami 🍧✨ After visiting the historic Katori Shrine, take a leisurely walk along the river and enjoy the picturesque scenery. This is a relaxing spot where you can relax and enjoy the cloudless blue sky and the slowly flowing river. #Chiba #Sawara #Little Edo #Katori Shrine #Shaved Ice #River Scenery #Walking Around Town #0 Yen Travel February 2025

Sawara, the old town of Little Edo, is located in Chiba, not far from Tokyo. It is an ancient village with the Ono River in the middle. On the other side are houses with strange Japanese-style shapes. If you go during spring, you will see cherry trees 🌸🌸 plus Edo-era wooden houses. It is a perfect image for Japan!!! Importantly, many shops here have family business successors, so it is called the old town that is still alive. 🏠 #Get a discount without relying on luck

#FritaviWinter [Mizunosato Sawara Roadside Station] 🕰️Business hours: 0800-1800 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: ◯ 📍Address: 3981-2 I, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture, 287-0003 💰Price per person: 0~ 💞Reasons why I recommend it: I found out that they have Pokefuta's Hasbo, Tanebo, and Mukubird♡ I drove from Tokyo and it was easy to get there‼ ︎ The roadside station was also interesting, and I was there for about 30 minutes‼ ︎ They had some delicious looking rice on sale, so I bought some🎶 It was my first time eating Chiba rice, and it was delicious😋

Sawara has a traditional townscape that makes it hard to believe you're in Chiba. The restaurant in this renovated old house was very stylish and wonderful. The Japanese French course uses plenty of local ingredients and can be enjoyed with all five senses. It's so stylish, yet lunch is in the 4000 yen range, dinner is 5500 yen for a half course, and 7150 yen for a full course, which is unthinkable in Tokyo... This restaurant is recommended for dates and anniversaries 🍽️ . . . 📍LE UN NIPPONIA Sawara Merchant Town Hotel 🗺️Chiba, Japan 🕒11:30-15:00/17:30-21:00 💰Lunch from ¥4180/Dinner from ¥5500 #tripgourmet #Chibatourism #dategourmet

I'm a big fan of NIPPONIA, so I decided to check out the one in Chiba! VMG RESORTS runs many hotels that make use of old buildings and streetscapes, and NIPPONIA is their signature hotel series. This time I went to NIPPONIA in Sawara, Chiba! This is a decentralized hotel, with the buildings that serve as the rooms dotted around the reception building. The room we stayed in, the Seigaku building, was renovated from a storehouse. The whole building is rented, so you don't have to worry about traveling with children🥹 At night, you can take a boat ride around the town of Sawara while enjoying a drink on a moon-viewing boat🚣♂️ It was a different experience from the daytime🌙 . . . 📍 NIPPONIA Sawara Merchant Town Hotel 📸SEIGAKU Building 🗺️Chiba, Japan 🕒Check-in 15:00/Check-out 12:00 💰¥18,000/person~ + Moon-viewing boat ¥12,500/person #trip accommodation report #Chiba sightseeing #hotel

Since ancient times, the royal family has held the utmost respect for the god of national defense, especially the imperial title of "Jingu" (before the Meiji era, there were only Ise, Katori, and Kashima). After the Middle Ages, it became a shrine in Shimosa Province. After the Meiji era, it became an official shrine under the shrine system. In the 17th year of the Showa era, it was governed by an imperial shrine and continues to exist to this day. Led by Kasuga Taisha in Nara and Shiogama Jinja Shrine in Miyagi, shrines dedicated to Katori Okami are spread all over the country and are widely revered. People generally believe in him as the god of family safety, guidance of industry (agriculture, industry and commerce), protection of the sea, fulfillment of wishes, matchmaking, and smooth childbirth. Moreover, Wude, as the ancestor god of peace and diplomacy, is well-known as the god of victory, traffic safety, and disaster prevention. #2024TravelReview