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Sanmu山武
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Sanmu for beach or strawberry picking; travel time from Tokyo ~1 h by Shiosai limited‑express or ~1 h 45 min by regular Sobu train.
Sanmu is a small coastal city in Chiba offering a long sandy beach (Kujukuri‑hama) and seasonal strawberry farms. It is reachable from Tokyo in about an hour by limited‑express, making it suitable for a day‑trip or an overnight stay if you want to surf the beach in summer.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–Apr for strawberries, Jul–Aug for surf; also May–Jun for milder beach weather
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold) and Sep–Oct (less surf activity)
- Airports
- NRT · HND
- 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 Sanmu110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Sanmu, 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
- SafetySanmu is low‑risk; main concerns are summer heat on the beach and occasional crowded buses.
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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.
- AirportNRT Narita International Airport.
- Getting aroundJR Sobu Line (Shiosai limited‑express or regular local) to Naruto station; free beach shuttle runs July–Aug; car parking cheap…
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a local café¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥3,500 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥5,000 (≈ US$35)
- High-end bedGuesthouse private room, a night, per room¥7,500 (≈ US$55)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥3,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ¥6,000 (≈ US$45) · High ¥9,000 (≈ US$65)
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 · HND Haneda Airport
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
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
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
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Avoid
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Mar–Aug. Avoid: Jan–Feb, Sep–Oct. 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 Jun (9 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Sanmu: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
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)
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Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
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Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 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
JR Sobu Line (Shiosai limited‑express or regular local) to Naruto station; free beach shuttle runs July–Aug; car parking cheap; local buses infrequent.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kujukuri Beach
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
JR Sobu line to Naruto station, then free beach shuttle (Jul–Aug) or walk 15 min
Beach stretch 60 km (37 mi); good for surfing in summer.Beach stretch 37 mi (60 km); good for surfing in summer.
Strawberry farms
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
JR Sobu line to Naruto, then local bus or taxi (≈10 min)
Pick‑your‑own season Mar–Apr; ¥1,000 for two‑hour pick.
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.
Sanmu city centre
Few small inns and guesthouses; convenient to JR Naruto station and beach shuttle.
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
- ¥3,000–5,000 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥5,000–8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse private room1 × 1 night × ¥3,500 | ¥3,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 |
| Trip total≈ ¥6,500 per person per day, bed included | ¥6,500≈ US$45 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Strawberry picking (2 h)no reservation required | ¥1,000 (≈ US$7) |
| JR Sobu line ticket (Tokyo → Naruto)check | ¥1,280–¥2,490 (≈ US$9–17) |
| Coffee at a local café | ¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Parking (per day) | ¥300–¥600 (≈ US$3–5) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Shiosai trains run only every 2–3 h, usually at :40 past the hour.
- Beach shuttle operates only July–Aug; plan ahead if you rely on it.
- Summer can be crowded on the beach; bring water and sunscreen.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Sanmu山武
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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 → Naruto (Shiosai): about ¥2,490 (≈ US$17), ~1 h (check)
- Naruto → Kujukuri Beach shuttle: free July–Aug
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)
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 Sanmu. 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: Mar–Apr for strawberries, Jul–Aug for surf; also May–Jun for milder beach weather · avoid Jan–Feb (cold) and Sep–Oct (less surf activity) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- JR Sobu line tickets (¥1,280–¥2,490) are JR Pass‑eligible.
- Consider a night in a local guesthouse if surf conditions are good and you want sunrise on the beach.
Sources
- officialSanmu city official site
- officialSanmu tourism association
- fieldWikidata – Sanmu
- secondaryWikivoyage: Sanmu, revision 5305713 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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