Seibu Chichibu Station

The large hot spring facility, “Seibuchichibu Ekimae Onsen Matsurinoyu”, makes Chichibu’s specialty, “festival”, its concept. Matsurinoyu has four types of open-air baths and a highly concentrated artificial carbonated hot spring, with six bathhouses in the inn (five bathhouses for men) to be enjoyed. In this area, which takes pride in its rich variety of hot springs, there is also a Japanese style food court and an area selling local products perfect as souvenirs, making this facility packed full of Chichibu areas charm.

Jigenji is Chichibu’s 13th holy place within Japan’s 100 Kannon Pilgrimage. It is famous for being a “eye” temple that has lasted for 780 years. Those who have any uneasiness, worries, and/or concerns regarding the eye comes to visit and worship from all over Japan.

The building was built in 1930 and was registered as a Tangible Cultural Property in 2001. At the Chichibu Meisen museum, you can learn about the history of Chichibu Meisen, view the exhibits, and try your hand at stencil dyeing and weaving. All the equipment displayed in the museum is still in use, and if you are lucky, you can even see it in action.

This park, located on a hill overlooking the city, surrounded by lush greenery, is famous for its shibazakura (moss phlox) and cherry blossoms. This place has been a getaway for citizens needing a break from city life for many years. There is also an area with athletic facilities for children to play, and exhibition halls such as Mt. Bukou Museum and Yamato Art Museum.

This store was originally the main building of a meisen silk wholesaler that prospered in the Taisho era. It has now been restored as a tourist center that also displays and sells local products. You can also try out the local cuisine at the soba noodle shop!