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Onjuku御宿
Spend a half day on the beach; add an overnight if you want surf lessons or explore the statues.
Onjuku is a small fishing town on Chiba's Pacific coast, reachable from Tokyo in about 80 min by limited‑express train. Its main draw is the beach, surf spots and two coastal monuments. A few hours cover the beach and a quick visit to the statues; an extra night lets you surf or stay in a local inn.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Jun–Sep (warm sea, surf season)
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold water, limited surf)
- Airport
- NRT
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Onjuku110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Onjuku, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyOnjuku is generally safe; watch for occasional strong currents and keep valuables locked in accommodation.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckNRT Narita International Airport (JR Sobu Line + limited‑express train to Onjuku, about 1 h 30 min (check)).
- Getting aroundOn foot along the main street from the station to the beach and monuments; local buses run a few times daily to nearby towns.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))¥2,200–2,800 (≈ US$15–19)
- Budget bedLocal inn room (double), a night, per room¥6,000 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedLocal inn room (double), a night, per room¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedLocal inn room (double), a night, per room¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥12,000 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- NRT Narita International Airport (JR Sobu Line + limited‑express train to Onjuku, about 1 h 30 min (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Onjuku: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
7 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
On foot along the main street from the station to the beach and monuments; local buses run a few times daily to nearby towns.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Katsuura
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
JR Sotobō Line, about 15 min north
Nearby fishing town with a larger beach.
Isumi
goDoor to door: ≈35 min total
JR Sotobō Line, about 20 min south
Coastal town with historic sites.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Umi no Hotel
Beachfront inn; rooms only, no meals.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–7,000 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥7,000–10,000 (≈ US$50–70) excl. bed
- High
- ¥10,000 (≈ US$70)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Local inn room (double)1 × 1 night × ¥9,000 | ¥9,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥8,000 |
| Limited‑express train Tokyo→Onjuku (one‑way)1 × ¥3,700 · JR Pass valid | ¥3,700 |
| Surfboard rental (half‑day)1 × ¥2,500 · check | ¥2,500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥2,320 |
| Trip total≈ ¥25,520 per person per day, bed included | ¥25,520≈ US$180 |
2026 estimate in yen; transport to Tokyo excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ¥300–500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Sushi plate (incl. lobster) | ¥1,200–2,000 (≈ US$9–14) |
| Beach umbrella rental (hour) | ¥500–800 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Taxi (5 km) | ¥2,200–2,800 (≈ US$15–19) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited‑express trains from Tokyo cost ¥3,700 (≈ US$25) (JR Pass valid) and take ~80 min; local trains are cheaper (¥1,890 (≈ US$13)) but may need transfers.
- Peak summer weekends can fill beach inns; book ahead.
- Surf conditions are tame; beginners may need a rental shop.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Onjuku御宿
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My bed tonight
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ここまでお願いしますTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Tokyo; other embassies in Tokyo.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tokyo → Onjuku (limited‑express): about ¥3,700 (≈ US$25), 80 min (JR Pass works)
- Surfboard rental (half‑day): ≈¥2,500
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- ビーチはどこですか？ — Where is the beach? (bīchi wa doko desu ka)
- カードで払えますか？ — Can I pay by card? (kādo de haraemasu ka)
- トイレはどこですか？ — Where is the toilet? (toire wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Onjuku. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep (warm sea, surf season) · avoid Dec–Feb (cold water, limited surf) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a surf‑lesson package (≈¥3,000) for beginners.
- Include a night at Umi no Hotel (≈¥6,500).
Sources
- officialOnjuku town official site
- secondaryKeisei Bus – Tokyo to Onjuku
- secondaryWikivoyage: Onjuku, revision 4849987 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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