Kanto

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Introduction

Kantō, in eastern Honshū, is the most urban and developed part of Japan, and home to the Tokyo metropolis and the city of Yokohama.

Geography

Cities

• Chiba
• Kawasaki
• Tokyo, Japan's capital.
• Yokohama
• Nikko

Sights and Activities

Events and Festivals

Weather

Getting There

By Plane

There are two main airports: Narita International Airport (code NRT) and Haneda Airport (code: HND). Haneda (officially Tokyo International Airport) offers mainly domestic flights. Narita International Airport, in Narita, Chiba Prefecture, is the major gateway for international travelers.

By Train

Kanto is connected to other parts of Honshu, as well as Kyushu and Hokkaido islands by train. Tokyo is the main gateway and schedules and prices can be found on the Japan Rail website.

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Plane

By Train

Japan Rail offers extensive rail services throughout the area, for example between Tokyo and Yokohama.

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Eat

Drink

Sleep