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Chigasaki / Surf's up in Shonan

MeowScore 😻94/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Mild weather, beautiful beaches & less crowding.

🏯☕️
january

Cat temples, illuminations & cozy coffee shops

🏄‍♀️🌺
february

Surfing events & plum blossom festivals

🌸😻
march

Cherry blossom festivals & friendly felines

🌤🌊
april

Warm weather & seafront activities

🌬🍣
may

Refreshing sea breeze & delicious seafood

🎵🌺
june

Outdoor concerts & hydrangea gardens

🎆🏖
july

Beach fireworks & summer festivals

🏊‍♂️🎉
august

Beach activities & festival parades

🌊🏄
september

Ocean views & surf competitions

🍁🍵
october

Autumn colors & tea ceremony

🎌♨️
november

Cultural festivals & hot springs

🎄🎁
december

Christmas lights & holiday markets

🤑

Expensive city

Bigmac $?

🤑

From a tourist's point of view, Chigasaki is relatively expensive for shopping and food, but the quality of products and services justifies the cost.

Visit local markets and food stalls for cheaper prices and unique finds.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Beach and surfing

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Beach and surfing

Chigasaki is a popular destination for beach lovers and surfers, but visitors generally don't stay long.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is preferred but credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting bills among colleagues or friends is common practice.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber optics available, but not the fastest

great Availability

Most places have access to broadband

excellent Cellular

Excellent coverage throughout the city

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

JPY

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biking possible

Bike lanes exist

walkable

Good sidewalks, parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Cat wandered into Chigasaki. Found sandy paws on beaches, and treats full of umami flavor.

Cat's whiskers tingled with excitement at old temples and crafts markets.

Things to do

The mainstream

☕
Southern Breeze Cafe
🏯
Kyu-Kawamura Residence
🎨
Chigasaki City Museum of Art
🌸
Fujimibashi Park
🏖️
Southern Beach Chigasaki

The mainstream

☕
Southern Breeze Cafe

A cozy cafe with a relaxing atmosphere and an extensive menu of drinks and food. The perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring Chigasaki!

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🏯
Kyu-Kawamura Residence

A well-preserved traditional Japanese house, showcasing the life and history of a merchant family from the early 1900s. Take a step back in time and experience life in a different era.

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🎨
Chigasaki City Museum of Art

An art museum showcasing both contemporary and traditional art. A small but impressive collection, with pieces ranging from Japanese pottery to modern sculptures.

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🌸
Fujimibashi Park

A lovely park with a picturesque bridge, surrounded by cherry blossom trees in Spring. Great for a leisurely stroll or a picnic with friends and family.

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🏖️
Southern Beach Chigasaki

A beautiful beach, perfect for a day of sun and sand! Plenty of places to relax and enjoy the waves, with nearby cafes to grab a drink or a snack.

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Off the beaten path

🏄🌞🐶
Kugenuma Beach
🔥🌕🐈
Inamura no Hi
🍅👜🐱
Nagisa no Eki
🌸🏯🐾
Tanaka Castle Ruins
🍰🌊😻
Mizube no Yokan

Off the beaten path

🏄🌞🐶
Kugenuma Beach

A quiet stretch of sand where locals go to surf, fish or just soak up the sun. A tail-waggingly good place to catch some waves!

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🔥🌕🐈
Inamura no Hi

A rustic shrine on a hillside, famous for its annual fire festival and panoramic views of the coastline. A meow-nificent spot for a moonlit stroll!

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🍅👜🐱
Nagisa no Eki

A farmers' market by the sea, selling fresh produce, handmade crafts and snacks. A fur-bulous place to support local businesses!

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🌸🏯🐾
Tanaka Castle Ruins

A tranquil park with the remains of a 16th century fortress, now overgrown with flowers and trees. A paw-some spot for a picnic!

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🍰🌊😻
Mizube no Yokan

A cozy cafe with a terrace overlooking the ocean, serving delicious homemade cakes and organic coffee. Purrfect for a lazy afternoon!

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biking possible

Bike lanes exist

walkable

Good sidewalks, parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Be respectful with your greetings

In Japan, it's polite to bow instead of hugging or shaking hands. Start by gently nodding your cat head and slightly lower your cat body. This shows respect and appreciation.

Check out Southern Beach Chigasaki

Southern Beach Chigasaki is known for its waves and one of the best surf spots in the Kanagawa region. Cats can take a stroll on the boardwalk or enjoy the mesmerizing sunrise.

Wake up early to explore Chigasaki Shrine

Chigasaki Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and is over 1,000 years old. The early birds cats can enjoy the peaceful surroundings, ring the bells, and write their wishes on an ema.

Useful external sites

www.japan-guide.com

Japan Guide↗

Comprehensive guide to Japan including Chigasaki, with detailed information on attractions, transportation, and accommodations

www.city.chigasaki.lg.jp.e.xd.hp.transer.com/foreign/english

Chigasaki City Official Website↗

Official website of Chigasaki city providing information on events, attractions, and services for tourists

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1021244-Chigasaki_Kanagawa_Prefecture_Kanto-Vacations.html

Tripadvisor↗

Travel site with reviews and recommendations from fellow travelers on things to do, restaurants, and accommodations in Chigasaki

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