10 TOP Things to Do in Chubu (2025 Activity Guide)

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Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train

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Snow monkeys from Tokyo: Full-Day Private trip with Local Guide

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi 3-Row Luxury Bus 1-Day Tour w/ Kobe Beef

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Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Oshino Hakkai and Gotemba Outlets 1Day Bus Tour

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Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

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What to do in Chubu

Popular places to visit

Lake Kawaguchi

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Kawaguchi, a popular spot to commune with nature in Fujikawaguchiko. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

LEGOLAND Japan

Enjoy the rides and games at LEGOLAND Japan and see why this is a favorite amusement park in Nagoya. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Gotemba Premium Outlets

With a visit to Gotemba Premium Outlets, a favorite shopping spot in Gotemba, you can browse for souvenirs. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Fuji-Q Highland

Bring your family to Fuji-Q Highland and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Fujikawaguchiko. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Lake Ashi

Stroll around a section of this lake or sail across it on a pirate ship and, if you’re lucky, you might see a clear view of Mount Fuji rising up in the distance.

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

Enjoy the rides and games at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and see why this is a favorite theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station

You can learn about the local history of Narusawa when you make a stop at a well-known site like Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Area, a top ski area in Hokujo. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Nozawa Onsen Snow Resort

Explore the stunning tree-lined ridges and open slopes of this ski resort. Soak tired muscles in healing hot springs in the nearby traditional village.

Areas of Chubu

Nagoya City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Museums, hot springs, and coffeehouses highlight some notable features of Nagoya City Centre. Make a stop by JTB Sunrise Center Central Japan or Nagoya City Science Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fushimi Station or Marunouchi Station to get around town.

Sakae

Shopping, hot springs, and coffeehouses highlight some notable features of Sakae. Make a stop by Sunshine Sakae or Matsuzakaya Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sakae Station or Yabacho Station to get around town.

Gora

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Hakone Museum of Art while in the area.

Hida Takayama Onsen

5/5(4 area reviews)

Hida Takayama Onsen is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Takayama Yatai Kaikan and Miyagawa Morning Market.

Seisonkaku Villa which includes a pond and a fountain

Downtown Kanazawa

If you're spending some time in Downtown Kanazawa, Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle are top sights worth seeing.

Nagoya City Art Museum as well as an individual femail

Naka Ward

Travelers choose Naka Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yabacho Station or Sakae Station and check out top sights like Matsuzakaya Museum.