Kamogawa - City of Japan's "Good old days"

Kamogawa City is located in the southern part of Chiba prefecture, and it takes about 2 hours by limited express from Tokyo Station. In general, it is famous for a aquarium, but there are many hidden nice spots to enjoy Kamogawa.

There are some studios of glass art and pottery, and you can experience blown glass or ceramic art in some studios. (Don't worry if your fingers are all thumbs. Studio staffs kindly help you. In fact, I could made a good vase which you see in the picture!)

Around a glass studio there are many rice fields; what impressed is people in this area don't use any chemical fertilizer or pesticides! So you can see lighting bugs in early summer - it's impossible in Tokyo or any other cities!!

If you are interested in everyday life culture of Japan in 10-40 years ago, I'd recommend you to visit an antique shop, called "Grim". It is located near JR Amo-Kamogawa station and has plenty things from antique kimono, artistic cups to magazine appendices.

Some good restaurants and shops don't want to advertise themselves, so it is a good idea to ask local people or explore your favorite. (Actually I found a very nice sushi bar in Kamogawa!!) Just enjoy calm weather and atmosphere!