Tokyo German Village

Tokyo German Village is neither in Tokyo nor in Germany, and its headquarters are not in Chiba but in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture.

The origin of Tokyo German Village is that the former president, Tamotsu Furumura, was deeply impressed by the hills of rural Germany when he toured the country, and he established the park here in Sodegaura City, Chiba Prefecture.

Area Guide

Lake Area
Passing under the arch at the entrance gate, you will find a European garden that welcomes visitors with seasonal flowers throughout the year. There is also a rose garden, a boating pond, and Sports Land, where you can enjoy various sports such as soccer, basketball, and unicycling.

Country Area
On the expansive lawn, you can enjoy pitch-and-putt golf and Wakuwaku Hiroba, a play area full of playground equipment. From the top of the 40-meter-tall Ferris wheel, you can take in a panoramic view of the surroundings.

Market Area
This is the area for dining, souvenirs, and dinosaurs. In summer, it becomes the main area for the babbling brook, and in winter, it is the center of the illumination display. And at the Five Sense Garden, stimulate all five senses.

Here are some ways to enjoy Tokyo German Village:

Enjoy the attractions: Ride thrilling attractions such as “Vingo,” a 50-meter-tall roller coaster, and “Tree House Adventure” for an exciting experience.

Stroll through flowers and gardens: Walk through beautiful gardens such as the rose garden and the German garden, and enjoy the beauty of flowers in every season. The rose season from spring to early summer is especially not to be missed.

Shopping: Tokyo German Village has shops lined with European sundries and antique furniture. It is the perfect place to look for unique items and souvenirs.

German cuisine and beer: There are restaurants and food stalls where you can enjoy authentic German food. Savor traditional dishes along with German beer.

Join events: Various events are held depending on the season and occasion, such as Christmas markets and wine festivals. Participating in these events will make your time even more enjoyable.

Harvest experiences: Depending on the season, Tokyo German Village also offers harvesting experiences for potatoes, sweet potatoes, peanuts, mandarin oranges, shiitake mushrooms, and more.

Pitch-and-putt golf: Enjoy one of the largest pitch-and-putt golf courses in the Kanto region, with 72 holes across 4 courses, all using natural European turf, with each course offering its own unique style of play.

Illumination: Three million light bulbs illuminate the vast area in a dazzling array of colors.

Highly recommended are the “Light and Sound Show,” the “Rainbow Tunnel,” and the “3D Illumination.”