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Kaihin-Makuhari in Chiba
Kaihin-Makuhari in Chiba
On the western outskirts of the city in Mihama Ward and accessible on the JR Keiyo line (Kaihin-Makuhari Station, 海浜幕張駅), this is a showcase "city of the future", similar to Tokyo's Odaiba but grander and more artificial in scope.
Makuhari Messe (幕張メッセ). . Also known as the Nippon Convention Center, this is the largest convention center in the Tokyo region.
Makuhari Techno Garden. An impressive complex of shopping malls, restaurants and office towers; white tile, glass and polished steel with atmospheric lighting and realistic plastic plants, with footsteps echoing in the quiet walkways and aerial bridges.
Chiba Marine Stadium (千葉マリンスタジアム). Home to the Chiba Lotte Marines baseball team. Its 30,000 seats also host events and converts, including the annual Summer Sonic Festival in August, drawing big-name musical acts from around the globe.
Mitsui Outlet Shopping Mall(三井アウトレットショッピングモール) Located close to the Kaihin-makuhari Station, there are lots of shops including such major brands as Coach, Edwin, Nike, and so on. During special events or holiday seasons like Christmas the sales draw large crowds. For people who want to enjoy shopping with their pets, some shops have special areas that pets can enjoy.
Costco(コストコ幕張倉庫店)In Japan, there are few Costcos, and one of them is in Makuhari. This way of displaying items is uncommon in Japan, so many people are interested in it and go there. Entering the building can be done without a membership card if entering at a busy time; the only time memberships are absolutely checked for is at the cash register. For some Japanese, the items are too big or too much, so people like to divide the items with others. To get there,you can take bus from Kaihin-makuhari or Shin-Narashino Station. It costs 100 yen and takes 5 minutes.
Bay Town(幕張ベイタウン)To get here,you can take Heiwa Koutsu Bus or Keisei Bus from Kaihin-Makuhari and costs 150 yen. The view of town is very modern and constructions are very colorful. It's not so common in this area, so some TV shows in Japan use this town as a location. You can buy houses or rent them.
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