Chiba Little Edo & Local Finds Private Day Tour
Katori Jingu, historic Sawara, traditional Japanese crafts and Narita sweets in one unforgettable day
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¥48,000 per vehicle · 10-hour private day · up to 5 passengers
Price is for the whole car with driver, not per person. Hiace van (up to 9 passengers): ¥55,000. You see the exact total before you pay.
The day at a glance
- Service time10 hours, private
- PickupYour hotel or address in Tokyo / Chiba
- AreaKatori → Sawara → Narita (Chiba)
- BookingOnline, ¥500 deposit or pay in full
About this tour
Escape Tokyo’s usual sightseeing routes and discover the traditional side of Chiba on a comfortable private day tour.
Begin at peaceful Katori Jingu, then continue to historic Sawara, where old merchant houses line the Ono River. Stroll through the beautifully preserved streets and enjoy a relaxing boat ride through this former riverside trading town.
Discover traditional Japanese household goods at Uedaya Aramonoten, a shop with around 250 years of history, before heading to Naritasan Shinshoji Temple and its lively Omotesando shopping street.
Finish the day at Nagomi no Yoneya Main Store, a historic Japanese confectionery where you can shop for local favorites such as chestnut yokan and peanut-shaped monaka.
Stops on this tour
Katori Jingu
One of Chiba’s most important historic shrines and the head shrine of Katori shrines across Japan. Walk beneath the impressive torii gates and through a peaceful cedar-lined approach surrounded by nature.
Sawara Little Edo & Ono River Boat Cruise
Once a prosperous river-trading town, Sawara still retains historic merchant houses and traditional architecture along the Ono River. Explore the streets on foot and enjoy the nostalgic townscape from a small sightseeing boat.
Uedaya Aramonoten
A traditional household-goods shop with around 250 years of history. Browse Japanese-made baskets, bamboo goods, chopsticks, kitchen tools and other beautifully practical items that reflect everyday Japanese craftsmanship.
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple & Omotesando
A renowned Buddhist temple with more than 1,000 years of history. After visiting the temple, stroll along the approximately 800-meter Omotesando lined with traditional restaurants, sweet shops and souvenir stores.
Nagomi no Yoneya Main Store
A traditional Narita confectionery founded in 1899. Shop for popular local sweets including chestnut yokan, peanut-shaped monaka and seasonal wagashi, perfect gifts to take home from Chiba.
Vehicles and prices
| Vehicle | Capacity | Fixed price, 10-hour day |
|---|
| Alphard minivan | Up to 5 passengers
4–5 standard suitcases | ¥48,000 |
| Hiace van | Up to 9 passengers
8–9 standard suitcases | ¥55,000 |
Larger groups: contact us and we will quote a Coaster minibus or a combination of vehicles.
How booking works
- Choose your date. Open the booking page, enter your pickup address and date. The fixed price for your date appears in seconds.
- Reserve. Pay a ¥500 deposit to hold the vehicle, or pay in full. Your price is locked once you accept.
- Meet your driver. About 3 days before the trip you get a confirmation email, and your driver contacts you on WhatsApp on the day.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Chiba private day tour?
The fixed price is ¥48,000 for an Alphard minivan (up to 5 passengers) and ¥55,000 for a Hiace van (up to 9 passengers). The price is per vehicle for the whole day, not per person. Peak-season dates can carry a surcharge, and the exact price for your date is shown before you pay.
Is the boat ride included in the price?
The fixed price is for the private vehicle and driver. Tickets, entry fees and meals are not part of the vehicle price. If you have questions about a specific stop, ask us when you request your price.
Can this tour start or end at Narita Airport?
You can ask. Tell us your flight, pickup point and hotel when you request a price and we will confirm what is possible for your day.
Can I change the route?
The stops above are the suggested itinerary. If you would like something different, enter your request when you ask for a price, or contact us at info@pick-u-exchange.jp.
How do I pay and what is the cancellation policy?
You can reserve with a ¥500 deposit or pay in full online when you confirm your booking. Cancellation: free more than 2 days before departure, 20% fee 1–2 days before, and no refund within 24 hours of departure.
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