If you’re coming to the Kisarazu Outlet, this is an easy add-on since it’s not far away. The seaside walkway below the tower feels really relaxing, and it’s just right for a walk and a little sun.
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Kimisarazu Tower
The symbolic tower of Ota Mountain Park, offering sweeping views of Kisarazu and Tokyo Bay.
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This observation tower rises from the summit of Ota Mountain Park in Kisarazu City. Built in 1992 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the city’s incorporation, the 28-meter-tall tower is designed in the shape of a sword, and at its tip are figures of Prince Yamatotakeru and his wife, Ototachibanahime, reaching out toward each other. This hill, tied to the tragic love legend of “Kimisarazu,” is also known as the “Forest of Love” and is cherished as a symbol of Kisarazu.
From the observation deck, you can look out over the streets of Kisarazu below, with sweeping views of the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line and the Boso Hills in the distance. On clear days, you can even see Mt. Fuji. At dusk, the sunset over the sea is beautiful, and at night, the illuminated tower appears in a dreamlike glow. With its romantic atmosphere, it is also popular as a night view spot and has been selected as one of Japan’s 100 Best Night Views.
The surrounding Ota Mountain Park is also one of Kisarazu’s best cherry blossom spots. In spring, 400 cherry trees burst into bloom, and the sight of the tower rising beyond the blossoms draws many visitors. A favorite destination for both locals and tourists, it offers different views to enjoy depending on the season and time of day.
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A 28-meter-tall observation tower standing at the summit of Ota Mountain Park.
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Statues of Prince Yamatotakeru and Ototachibanahime stand at the tip of the sword-shaped tower.
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Known as the “Forest of Love,” named after a tragic love legend.
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Lit up at night and popular as a night view spot.
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A famous cherry blossom viewing spot in spring.
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The 28-meter-tall symbolic tower of Kisarazu
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Lit up at night with a romantic atmosphere
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No, it is not.
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Are there coin lockers?
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No, there are not.
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Are there restrooms?
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Yes. (In the plaza and inside the adjacent Kisarazu City Folk Museum Kin no Suzu.)
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Is there a smoking area?
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No, there is not.
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Are there sightseeing spots nearby?
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Yes, including Nakanoshima Ohashi, Japan’s tallest pedestrian bridge, Torisaki Seaside Park, and Kisarazu Coast, where you can enjoy clam digging from March to July.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- きみさらずタワー
- Postal Code
- 292-0044
- Address
- 2-16 Ota, Kisarazu, Chiba 292-0044
- Phone
- 0438-23-8467 (Kisarazu City Urban Development Department, Urban Area Development Division, Parks Section)
- Closed on
- Open year-round
- Hours
- Open year-round
- Admission
- Free to enter
- Access
- Approx. 5 minutes on foot from Koi no Mori bus stop, reached by bus from JR Kisarazu Station
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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