This 4K HDR walking tour takes you through Kashiwa City (柏市), located in the northern part of Chiba Prefecture, just a half-hour by train from central Tokyo. Kashiwa is known for seamlessly blending urban convenience with abundant green spaces, creating an appealing environment both for visitors and residents. This city is renowned for its accessible location, extensive public transportation options, and high quality of life, offering the advantages of city living along with the tranquility of nature.

The video offers glimpses of Teganuma Lake (手賀沼) and popular parks such as AkeBONOYama Agricultural Park (あけぼの山農業公園) and Kashiwa-no-ha Park (柏の葉公園), which are ideal for leisure strolls, jogging, and family outings. Visitors can enjoy the changing seasons via cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, and vibrant foliage in autumn. Also highlighted are the Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall and Lala Garden Kashiwa, major retail and dining centers surrounding the vibrant Kashiwa Station, which is a key transport hub served by the Joban Line, Tobu Urban Park Line, and the Tsukuba Express. The city’s easy access to central Tokyo makes it particularly attractive for commuters and day-trippers.

Kashiwa is notable as an educational and research center, hosting institutions like The University of Tokyo’s Kashiwa Campus, Chiba University, and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology—making it a destination for academics, families, and students. The city is committed to high standards of healthcare, public safety, and community support, with well-equipped medical facilities and child-friendly resources.

The city also shines in community spirit, with annual events such as the Kashiwa Festival (numerous traditional dances, parades, and food stalls each July) and the Teganuma Fireworks Festival—where over 13,500 fireworks light up the summer sky in early August, attracting crowds from across the region. For those seeking a dynamic blend of urban amenities with the calm of nature, Kashiwa City offers a compelling option for travel, exploration, or even relocation.