3 days in Chichibu Itinerary

A little rural reprieve not far from the capital, the city of Chichibu draws visitors with its vibrant landscape and pleasant, low-key urban attractions.

Change things up with these side-trips from Chichibu: Haruna Shrine (in Takasaki), Tomioka Silk Mill (in Tomioka) and Shibukawa (Ikaho Stone Steps & Ikaho Shrine). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Mitsumine Shrine, examine the collection at Chichibu Meisen Silk Center, walk around Kinchakuda Manjushage Park, and stop by Nakatsu River.

To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Chichibu trip itinerary planner.

September in Chichibu sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C at night.