10 TOP Things to Do in Chubu (2025 Activity Guide)

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Tours & day trips

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Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train

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Private & custom tours

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Snow monkeys from Tokyo: Full-Day Private trip with Local Guide

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Kyoto: Tea Museum Tickets and Matcha Grinding Experience

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Shopping & fashion

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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Oshino Hakkai and Gotemba Outlets 1Day Bus Tour

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Wildlife & nature

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Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

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What to do in Chubu

Popular places to visit

Lake Kawaguchi

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Kawaguchi, a popular spot to commune with nature in Fujikawaguchiko. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

LEGOLAND Japan

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favourite theme park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Gotemba Premium Outlets

4.5/5(10 reviews)

With a visit to Gotemba Premium Outlets, a favourite shopping spot in Gotemba, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Fuji-Q Highland

4/5(9 reviews)

Bring the family to Fuji-Q Highland and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Fujikawaguchiko. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Lake Ashi

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Stroll around a section of this lake or sail across it on a pirate ship and, if you’re lucky, you might see a clear view of Mount Fuji rising up in the distance.

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the rides and games at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and see why people love this theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station

You can learn about the local history of Narusawa when you make a stop at a well-known site such as Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

5/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hokujo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

4/5(1 review)

Explore the stunning tree-lined ridges and open slopes of this ski resort. Soak tired muscles in healing hot springs in the nearby traditional village.

Areas of Chubu

Nagoya City Centre

4.5/5(89 area reviews)

Museums, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by JTB Sunrise Center Central Japan or Nagoya City Science Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.

Sakae

Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.

Gora

4/5(17 area reviews)

Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Hakone Museum of Art while in the area.

Hida Takayama Onsen

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.

Downtown Kanazawa

While visiting Downtown Kanazawa, you might make a stop by sights like Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle.

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Naka Ward

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Naka Ward. Spend some time visiting top spots like Matsuzakaya Museum, and catch the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station to see more of the area.

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