[Near Tokyo!] A thorough explanation of the attractions, fun and directions to Tomiura Station in Boso, Chiba!

• Table of Contents
• An oasis in the Kanto region to escape the hustle and bustle of the city
• The journey to Minami Boso begins at Tomiura
• Local fish is a delicacy | Delivering seafood that is both delicious and fresh
• Boso specialties and hospitality | Recommended souvenir shops
• Recommended either before or after a meal | Tomiura Square
• Flexible transportation options | Access to Minamiboso by land and sea
• The gateway to Boso tourism is here

An oasis in the Kanto region to escape the hustle and bustle of the city

What is the Boso Peninsula?

Located in the southern part of Chiba Prefecture, the Boso Peninsula occupies a large part of Chiba and is a naturally rich spot surrounded by Tokyo Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

It is easily accessible from the city center, making it a popular tourist spot for weekend getaways and tourists.

There are also many historical sites and cultural assets scattered throughout the area. Shrines and temples are must-sees, and the area is also known as the site of the famous "Nansō Satomi Hakkenden" manga.

What kind of place is Minami Boso?

One of the major features of the prefecture is its warm climate and abundant nature.

Facing Tokyo Bay and the Pacific Ocean, it has the dual characteristics of the gentle inner coast and the rugged outer coast.

You can enjoy fishing in the Uchibo area and swimming and surfing in the Sotobo area throughout the year, so it's a great place to stop by when enjoying seaside leisure activities or traveling along the coast.

Reasons why Minami Boso is chosen as a tourist destination

One of the great things about Minami Boso is that there are plenty of transportation options available from urban areas.

If you are traveling by car, we recommend taking the Aqua-Line if you live in Kanagawa or Tokyo. It's also a great place to get away on your day off.

There is also access by public transportation, so even those who cannot drive can feel like they are traveling.

Recommended for a variety of people

Minami Boso has a wide variety of tourist spots to cater to a variety of needs, including leisure spots that the whole family can enjoy, spaces to spend private time, and places you can enjoy alone.

There are also many roadside stations and experience facilities where you can purchase local specialties and participate in a variety of activities.

In this way, the wide variety of tourist destinations where you can enjoy food, history, and cultural elements other than nature is also one of the reasons that attracts visitors.

The journey to Minami Boso begins at Tomiura

"Boso no Eki Tomira" is a complex located in Tomiura-cho, Minamiboso City, Chiba Prefecture.

It is located near the Tomiura IC on the Tateyama Expressway, making it a great place to stop by during a drive or between sightseeing.

Nearby is the Taibusamisaki Nature Park, where you can go hiking while gazing at the ocean. In the summer, there is the Tomiura Beach, which is crowded with beachgoers.

[房総の駅とみうら]

Boso no Eki Tomiura, which can be considered the gateway to Minami Boso, is a popular spot where you can find gourmet food including fresh local seafood.

In addition to meals such as seafood barbecue, seafood bowls, set meals, and sushi, there are also plenty of cafes and souvenir shops. It's the perfect place to stop by at the start of your trip, fill up on something to eat, and enjoy some souvenir shopping.

There are also plenty of souvenir shops, selling not only fresh fish and processed seafood, but also Chiba's local specialties and original products from the permanent exhibition within the facility.

TOMIURA CAFE is the perfect place to rest

TOMIURA CAFE is filled with the aroma of freshly ground coffee. The popular soft serve ice cream is made with ingredients from Chiba Prefecture, so it's perfect for those who want something a little sweet.

The famous sweet treat of Boso is loquat soft serve

This soft serve ice cream uses plenty of loquat, a specialty of Boso. It makes use of the unique sweetness and sourness of loquat, and one of its characteristics is the refreshing aroma after you put it in your mouth.

Additionally, Tomiura Town, where our facility is located, is also famous for its loquat production, so it is no exaggeration to say that this soft serve ice cream is a local favorite.

The loquat season is generally said to be from late April to mid-June, but you can enjoy the deliciousness of loquats in soft serve ice cream regardless of the season.

We recommend the cafe's original sandwiches!

The shop also offers a wide range of light meals, including the fried horse mackerel sandwich made with their special square bread and the hot drinks available only in winter.

Local fish is a delicacy | Delivering seafood that is both delicious and fresh

One of the attractions of this area is that it is influenced by the Kuroshio Current, making it relatively warm even in winter.

Fishing is a thriving industry, and at the restaurants in 房総の駅とみうら you can enjoy fresh seafood as well as dishes made with local fish.

Seafood and Boso's specialty namero go perfectly together, so this is also a recommended place for lunch while sightseeing.

Hamayaki restaurant

Hamayakiya is a buffet that fills the stomachs of customers with its all-you-can-eat menu, where you can enjoy the popular live turban shell, as well as shrimp, squid, and dried fish, all grilled on the spot.

The all-you-can-eat option is limited to 90 minutes (60 minutes for groups), so you can enjoy your seafood barbecue to your heart's content until your time is up.

This restaurant is available for both groups and individuals to relax and unwind.

Seafood Restaurant Tomiura-tei

"Tomiura-tei" offers a wide variety of dishes using local fish from Boso

The portions are as generous as the photos on the menu, and the flavor is exceptional. The popular hot fried horse mackerel and homemade namero are exquisite.

The restaurant is spacious and can seat over 150 people, allowing you to enjoy your meal in a variety of styles, whether with family or friends.

Minamiboso Yamato Sushi

Yamato Sushi is particular about everything from the rice to the vinegar. The secret to its deliciousness lies in three principles that the restaurant adheres to.

Yamato rice's three specialties

Yamato's Sushi Vinegar: Three Specialties

The tuna carefully selected by experts is delicious.

Based on the three points of commitment mentioned above, the tuna carefully selected by experts is said to be the symbol of Yamato Sushi.

Of course, all the ingredients are excellent, and you can also enjoy dishes made with local fish.

We also recommend the wide variety of a la carte dishes, and the fact that you can easily order from the touch panel is a nice touch.

Boso specialties and hospitality | Recommended souvenir shops

Fish Center

A fresh produce market lined with fresh local fish and live shellfish caught off the coast of Boso.

The wide variety of products on offer is appealing, including homemade dried whale fish, the local dish namero, vegetables, seafood, shellfish, meat and barbecue ingredients.

Also, if you can get your hands on their famous large-piece takeaway sushi, you can enjoy fresh seafood at home or wherever you're staying, so we recommend it.

Tomiura Souvenir Center

This shop stocks a wide variety of souvenirs unique to the Boso Peninsula, including Chiba's famous sweets and confectioneries.

Another great thing about this shop is that they sell individual boxes of sweets so you can try a variety of treats.

There is also a cafe inside the store, so you can take a break while you shop, or enjoy a cup of tea after your shopping trip.

This souvenir shop offers tax-free shopping, making it the perfect place to buy souvenirs for your family and friends.

Recommended for those with dogs! There is a terrace and a dog run.

In fact, Boso no Eki Tomiura is also equipped with a dog run and outdoor showers.

There are plenty of facilities that are perfect for those traveling with dogs, so we recommend using the facility mainly for activities.

What's more, the facility's restaurants, Ushioya and Tomiura-tei, have terrace seating so you can enjoy meals with your dog.

Tendon made by a fishmonger: "Ushioya"

Ushioya serves tempura made with ingredients from Chiba Prefecture.

It is no exaggeration to say that the tempura bowl topped with the fragrant secret sauce is a masterpiece.

The Boso specialty namero and tempura are a perfect match, so why not try this combination that can only be found here?

Recommended either before or after a meal | Tomiura Square

If you're looking to spend some relaxing time, we recommend Tomiura Square, which has a dog run, outdoor hot showers, and event space.

There is a permanent outdoor hot water shower, perfect for after swimming in the sea, and a dog run that can accommodate small to large dogs. Of course, there is also a foot washing area, so you can wash off any dirt you may have had playing here before heading home.

On sunny days you can enjoy a picnic on the benches, and in summer there are plenty of activities for children to enjoy in the garden pool.

Flexible transportation options | Access to Minamiboso by land and sea

Access by plane

Access by train and Shinkansen

Access by bus

Other (rental car, etc.) *Optional

The gateway to Boso tourism is here

What do you think? This facility offers delicious food, souvenir shopping, a place to rest, and serves as a base for sightseeing.

It is an essential spot for tourism in Minami Boso, and has plenty to offer that can be enjoyed by a wide range of people.

If you are visiting the Boso Peninsula, be sure to visit 房総の駅とみうら, which can be considered the gateway to the area.