Chigasaki

Chigasaki is a city located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2021, the city had an estimated population of 242,798 and a population density of 6800 people per km². The total area of the city is 35.71 square kilometres. Wikipedia.
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1

Tsujido Seaside Park

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Park
Nature & Parks
Tsujido Seaside Park is a vast and beautiful park with palm-tree-studded lawns, a beach area, a swimming pool, kids' rides and events. It offers plenty of space to relax and exercise, making it an ideal destination for jogging or biking on the nearby roads. The park also features a large forest, small pond and playground that cater well to children.
Breathtakingly beautiful. Clean, plenty of space to sit and relax. Plenty of bathrooms. People often go there to exercise - especially from the nearby schools - so it's a good place to go jogging, etc too :)
Frances Dyers — Google review
It's nice and large park. There are swimming pool, playground, large forest, small pond, and biking road near the beach. Very suitable for children. It is not crowded either. Recommended 👏
Tiara Kemala Sari — Google review
Super big park with grass area, park area, a small amusement park rides area and the "Jumbo Pool." Lots of parking but many surfers use this parking, too, so it could get full early on especially during the weekends and holidays. Events with food trucks happening almost every weekend (more during the warmer seasons). Great to bring kids and/or just chill. Lots of vending machines for drinks and lots of decent public restrooms.
akiko takashima — Google review
It's so calming.. u need a whole day to enjoy this place. Since it's very huge.. there's some museum. Like flowers museum and NY light museum
Just me — Google review
It's more on for kids rather than an adult pool place. You shouldn't have any expectations when going in here. Mine wasn't even high but wasn't satisfied.
Chabi Evardo — Google review
Awesome place to spend a day with kids. Bikes are free to ride within the course; there's a section for little kids too. The little pedal-coaster was ok, tiring for adults but the kids enjoyed it. Since it's a paid ride, at least have the attendants wipe the handles after each riders to make it safer from the pandemic...
Anthony Not-Tony — Google review
One of the best park with toddler and young kids. It has large lawn field and passage to beach. It also has some attraction, such as rent-a-bike to practice ride on a bike only track inside the park. Good for hiking.
Toshihiro Matsunaga — Google review
Fun park, a little off the beaten path but if u don't mind walking, good place for kids
C. Boil — Google review
2

Southern Beach Chigasaki

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Beach
Outdoor Activities
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Southern Beach Chigasaki, located in Kanagawa prefecture and less than two hours from Tokyo, is a hidden gem with its broad sandy shores and stunning views of Mt. Fuji. Whether you're into swimming, surfing, or simply taking a leisurely stroll along the coastline, this beach has something for everyone. The Southern C monument and picturesque rock formations add to the charm of this serene location. Visitors can also enjoy browsing through local restaurants and small businesses nearby.
Excellent place to enjoy good food with friends with fantastic view of the beach!!
Kenji Isura — Google review
It is very convenient to go by car (just used the expressway to avoid traffic). There are parking lots nearby and cost 2,000yen per day. There are toilets on the beach area and paid shower rooms (about 500yen). You can also rent parasol, body boards and floaters. The beach has great and big waves perfect for surfers. Surfing is allowed before 8:30am and after 5pm so people can enjoy swimming on the beach. There are nearby cafes, convenience stores and restaurants if you don’t want to bring food. There is a barbecue area nearby the beach and cost around 10,000yen. This beach is a good place for a quick getaway to beat the summer heat. Kids and adults will definitely enjoy the splash of beach waves.
セノウエプリンセス — Google review
Decent waves 🌊, good company at least! Nice place to do BBQ 🍖
Naomi Mizuno — Google review
You have quite decent waves here, but Baywatch won't let you go too far and enjoy them fully. You can go hundred meters to the left and they are not in charge there anymore
Sergej Paris — Google review
Very good place, good services too but possibly a bit too polluted with the sand being grey. Also the sand is very hot so at midday I would recommend you taking flip flops with you
Kevin Payne — Google review
The beach is great, with light waves. Should go in summer.
PHAM DUC — Google review
Came here as a foreigner with a few of my friends. With the limited Japanese I knew, I approached the lifeguards to ask where we could get a beach tent to rent. To our surprise, they gave us one for free to use! That was the highlight of my day ! The atmosphere was warm and friendly. There are some restaurants on the beach that are good for drinks mainly lol. I'm not used to certain tastes of foods so it will take some getting used to. We had a great time and as Jamaicans, we are spoiled with our beaches but this was a good experience! Thank you once more to the lifeguards. Sorry I didn't get their names but we are so appreciative!
Jenay McKenzie — Google review
This is very beautiful place where you can enjoy good sand and wide space for relaxing and enjoying. The water is very clean and nice. Public shower and bathrooms is available. Additionally, nearby you can find fishing boats for renting and shops to buy bait for your trip.
Mohammed F Soliman — Google review
Such a great place! There is no a lot of people around, so quiet, clear water, nice sand and rocks sides, also, good spot for sea glass and porcelain hunting!
山中恵里 — Google review
Amazing place and waves are so loveble to watch. Nice people around and very good for tge surfer.
Zarchi — Google review
Chigasaki beach is a place where you meet the friendliest locals in Japan, especially if you have tattoos. I’ve been visiting this place for almost four years. This is a must try for those who like to socialize with locals.
A. Own — Google review
Famous place to hangout at the beach. Easy to find . You can chill at the restaurant and take shower after swimming . They also have parking for cars and bicycle
Rizza Touristy — Google review
3

Chigasaki Satoyama Park

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Park
Nature & Parks
Chigasaki Satoyama Park is a vast expanse of lush greenery, featuring well-maintained lawns, tranquil ponds and picturesque gardens. The park boasts numerous playgrounds for children as well as designated areas for grilling and picnicking, making it an ideal destination for families and friends to enjoy quality time together. With its long slides designed specifically for kids, Chigasaki Satoyama Park offers an enjoyable experience for both children and adults alike.
Kids playground is very good. There is a big roller slider. There is a fuwa fuwa dome (February I guess it's not working).
Giga Yama — Google review
When it comes to parks, it doesn’t get much better than this 'satoyama' park which incorporates some themes of kibbutz culture throughout the expansive area. There are rice fields, ponds, gardens, temples, bamboo forests, shade and shelter. I must say it’s cleverly divided between the agricultural and splendid kid's playing grounds so one can be at one with nature if you please.
Ted E — Google review
Nice park for kids and adults.
Ahmad Almansour — Google review
Great park. Nice and big. Has long slides for kids but be sure to carry your kid's seat. Otherwise, just like the other serene parks scattered across japan.
FG — Google review
A park dedicated to children
rina susanti — Google review
Nice place for children and enjoy a barbecue with family and friends
Roberta From Japan — Google review
Beautiful park, great for children.
Kevin Logan — Google review
(Translated by Google) I was able to take a walk in a laid-back Satoyama park with fields and rice fields! You can walk around 3 to 4 km by walking around. It might be perfect for light walking. It was very nice because the scenery was good! (Original) 畑とか田んぼがあってのんびりとした感じの里山公園を散歩できました!ぐるーっと歩き回って大体3〜4kmくらい歩けます。軽いウォーキングにちょうど良いかもです。景色も良いのでとても良かったです!
みすてぃ〜(みすてぃ) — Google review
4

LUSCA Chigasaki

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Shopping mall
Shopping
LUSCA Chigasaki is a shopping mall located at a transportation hub that boasts more than 120 stores and restaurants. Surprisingly, the place is larger than anticipated and is divided into two sections. The shopping center offers a diverse range of shops, offering healthy and colorful cuisine that is both delicious and satisfying. In addition to its impressive selection of vendors, LUSCA Chigasaki features a beautiful rooftop garden for visitors to enjoy.
The everyday Japanese train station mall ; size being relative to its surroundings it's nowhere near your Tokyo's Parco or Seibu but you'll find there everything that you "actually" need. Fresh food, medicines, clothes stores, 3 coins shop, sweets corner, Tully's, Muji, Uniqlo and so on.
Michael Cauderay — Google review
They've got everything you could possibly want and much that you've probably never thought you wanted. Also a great place to kill time.
Justin Reed — Google review
Many stores. Many food stalls. It's convenient to be connected with the train station.
Giga Yama — Google review
Shopping and restaurant facility right on the Chigasaki station premise. The restaurants are numerous but foods are somewhat mediocre. If you are in a hurry, these places are convenient.
Kazuyuki Matsuo — Google review
Place is bigger than i expected, its in two parts and has a good range of stores
kristian falat-marsh — Google review
local station shopping mall, not bad,
i CC — Google review
Healthy colorful dishes. And tasty.
M M — Google review
Nice station building
K Stone — Google review
5

Kaiko Takeshi Memorial Museum

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Modern art museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
(Translated by Google) He is the person who has had the most influence on my life other than my parents. As a novelist, if you are not used to reading novels, you may like or dislike the method of writing by accumulating difficult vocabulary. The essays are light and stylish, with a light touch that conveys a sense of spirit, making them a pleasure to read. The theme of the novel is wide-ranging, and as is often the case with writers who experienced war at an impressionable age, the subject matter of war is excellent, and he himself was one of the 200 people who served in D-Zone as a military correspondent in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. It was an extremely brutal experience with only 17 people surviving. The person was a gourmet, a big eater, and only drank a lot. This time it was my first visit in 10 years. When I come here, I feel like I'm talking to a teacher. (Original) 私の人生に親以外で最も影響を与えてくれた人物です。 小説家としては読み慣れないと難解な語彙を積み重ねて書き上げる手法に好き嫌いが分かれるところでしょう。 エッセイは軽妙洒脱でエスプリの効いた軽いタッチで読むのを飽きさせないものです。 小説のテーマは幅広く多感な年頃に戦争を経験した作家によく見られるように戦争の題材が秀逸でご本人も実際にベトナム戦争で南ベトナムに従軍記者としてDゾーンに従軍して200人中生き残ったのが17人という苛烈を極めた経験をしています。 人物はグルメで大食漢で大酒のみでしたね。 今回は10年振りの再訪でした。 ここに来ると先生と話しているような温かな気持ちになります。
永井辰夫 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Take the community bus from the south exit of Chigasaki Station and get off at Ken Kaiko Kinenkan-mae. Parking and bicycle parking available ★Please note that the museum is open on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 10:00 to 17:00. Admission fee: ¥200 (free for under 18s) (*Common ticket with the Museum of People Related to Chigasaki ¥300) The display in the study was nice. (Original) 茅ヶ崎駅南口よりコミュニティバス・開高健記念館前下車。駐車場、駐輪場あり ★開館日が金・土日祝なのでお気をつけください 10~17時 観覧料・¥200(18歳以下無料) (※茅ヶ崎ゆかりの人物館との共通券¥300) 書斎の展示が良かったです
宮下友孝 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Revisited after 2 years. The Chigasaki residence where Ken Kaiko lived in his later years has been turned into a memorial museum. It was a shame that the whiskey and wine that was on display last time was gone. It was interesting to see many of the items that Ken Kaiko loved to use on display. If there was a life-size statue of Ken Kaiko that looks great on Instagram, or something special, we could spread the word even more. I wish there were more cafes, shops, etc. (Original) 2年ぶりの再訪。開高健が晩年暮らした茅ヶ崎の邸宅がそのまま記念館になっています。前回は展示してあったウイスキーやワインが無くなってしまったのは残念でした。開高健がこよなく愛用した品の数々が展示されていて興味深かったです。インスタ映えする等身大の開高健像とか名物とかがあるともっと発信出来るのでは。もっとカフェや売店等が充実していたら良いのになぁと思いました。
今田貴三 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I’m glad I took the plunge and went! Chigasaki City was also a very nice place. As I was waiting for the bus to return home, a lady from the memorial hall came running up to me and asked me about Mr. Kaiko's work. He told me that his grave was in Kamakura. Of course I went! Kamakura was also a nice place. Ken I bought at the memorial museum Kaiko spoon type I use it like a keychain charm! I’m also rereading the gems! I want to go to Shonan again! Chigasaki City was also a nice city. It was relaxing and everyone was very kind! It was the perfect cityscape for the Southern generation! Kamakura, Enoshima, Fujisawa City Everyone was relaxed and stylish... I want to go again I will go again! (Original) 思いきって行って良かったです! 茅ヶ崎市もとても良い所でした。 帰りのバスを待っていたら記念館のおばちゃんが走って来てくれて開高先生の お墓が鎌倉にあると教えてくれました。 勿論行ってきました! 鎌倉もいい所でした。 記念館で買ったKen Kaikoのスプーン式の キーホルダーお守りの様に使ってます! 珠玉も読み返してます! 湘南もう一度いきたいです! 茅ヶ崎市もいい街でした のんびりしてて皆さんとても親切でした! サザン世代には最高の街並みでした! 鎌倉、江ノ島、藤沢市 皆さんのんびりしてはるしオシャレなところでした… もう一度行きたいし もう一度行く!
Doom MF — Google review
(Translated by Google) I read Ken Kaiko a lot. He was a writer who had a great influence on the development of my personality. Here, the old study has been preserved as it was, and there is a dense atmosphere. There was a strong sense of realism, as if the artist was still there. Nowadays, you won't find many of his books lined up in bookstores, but I think you can get most of his books here. As I strolled through the garden, I was surprised to find famous sayings by Daikai Ko in the form of stone monuments, which caught me by surprise. This is a great facility for fans who remember Daikai High School. (Original) 開高健はよく読みました。 自分の人格形成上多大な影響があった作家でした。 ここは往時の書斎がそのまま保存され濃密な空気が漂っています。 作家がまだそこにおられるようなリアルな空気がひしひしと感じられました。今では本屋でも彼の本が並んでいることが少なくなりましたが、ここでは大概の本は入手可能かと思います。また庭を散策さると大開高の名言が石碑になって散りばめられており、不意を突かれて呆然としてしまいました。大開高をしのぶファンにはありがたい施設です。
MICHI — Google review
(Translated by Google) He seemed to like fishing, and there were many tools on display. 2022/12/24 (Original) 釣りが好きだったみたいで、道具がたくさん展示してありました。2022/12/24
Space Dragon — Google review
(Translated by Google) I was satisfied with the house and study, which looked like something Ken Kaiko would like. It was a quiet time, probably because it was Friday. Photography is allowed inside the building. (Original) いかにも開高健が好きそうな家と書斎で納得した。金曜日だからか静かな時間が流れてた。館内撮影可。
ロバートデニ郎 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Ken Kaiko Memorial Hall is located near the coast of Lachien Street on the sea side of Chigasaki, in a quiet residential area. Although he was a writer, he also loved traveling and fishing.The site of the residence where he lived until his later years has been opened as a memorial museum. Inside, there is an introduction to his books and hobbies, as well as a drone shot of Eboshi Rock in Sagami Bay from an angle that is rarely seen. (Original) 茅ヶ崎の海側、ラチエン 通りの海岸近くに構える開高健記念館は閑静な住宅地に在ります。作家で在りながら旅や釣りをこよなく愛した文人の晩年まで住んでいた宅地跡に記念館として開放しています。中は彼の執筆した書籍や趣味の紹介をはじめ相模湾に浮かぶ烏帽子岩をドローンで撮影した普段では見られない角度からの映像が放映されています。
こたにかずお — Google review