Chichibu Tourism Website

03-14-2023

This is a solemn ceremony from the ancient dynasty days of Japan, and this demonstration of cooking without the use of hands and only the knife and chopsticks is very dignified.

Day	Late March
Area	Chichibu City
Location	Chichibu Jinja (shrine)

02-20-2023

Since it began operation in 1988, this steam locomotive passing through the nature of Chichibu has been hugely popular. Running a route of approximately 56km from the Chichibu-Railway Kumagaya Station to Mitsumineguchi Station.

Day	March to December
Area	Chichibu citywide

01-15-2023

Hodosan Mountain's Ume Hyakkaen (Hundred Plum Park) is known as the plum park with the most varieties in the Kanto region, offering roughly 170 different varieties.

Day	Late February to late March
Area	Chichibu City, Nagatoro Town

12-25-2022

Grown with the clean air and water of Chichibu, enjoy these rich-tasting strawberries from early spring on Chichibu Road.

Day	Early January to early May
Area	Chichibu citywide

01-01-2016

Enjoy river rafting through the rocks of Nagatoro, Chichibu, that has been designated as on of Japan's special natural monuments, for a tranquil, relaxing, and at times thrilling ride! Listen to the fun boatman's guide information as you river raft in Nagatoro, offering fun for everyone from young to old. The kotatsu (foot warmer) boat of the winter is really popular!

Area	Nagatoro Town

01-01-2016

The Hodosan Jinja (shrine) where Yamatotakeru and the mountain dog legends remain, the Chichibu Jinja (shrine) of the Myoken faith famous for the Chichibu night festival and the Mitsumine Jinja (shrine) where gods are said to reside deep in the moutains, are together known as the "Three Shrines of Chichibu." Many people visit the shrines every year.

Area	Chichibu City, Nagatoro Town