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Chikura Tsunagu Hotel
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Rakuten Travel rating 4.21 out of 5 (79 reviews). Guests praise the distinctive spaces created by renovating a former elementary school retreat lodge under the supervision of ACTUS, the areas children enjoy inside the building such as the library of about 25,000 books, the atelier and the recreation room, the skin-smoothing bath fed by Chikura's natural hot spring, and the harvesting experience at the farm on the grounds. It is well regarded as a place suited to families as well as training camps and group stays.
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The bath fed by Minamiboso Onsen natural hot spring
The bath fed by Minamiboso Onsen natural hot spring
The bath of about 40 sq m is fed by Minamiboso Onsen, a natural hot spring found deep in the hills of Chikura. Known as a bath that leaves skin smooth, it has a silky feel and warms you from the inside out. There are 6 showers in the men's bath and 5 in the women's bath. The adjoining washroom is a calm, refined space, and there is also a shower space in the outdoor garden.
- •Hours are 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. the next morning, and 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- •The bathtubs are for children who are out of diapers and older, and children who have not yet started elementary school must be accompanied by an adult. For children not yet out of diapers, a baby bathing set and children's amenities are available to borrow.
- •The property is closed for building-wide maintenance from May 10 to June 30, 2026.
Minna no Toshokan (Everyone's Library), the atelier and the recreation room
Minna no Toshokan (Everyone's Library), the atelier and the recreation room
Minna no Toshokan (Everyone's Library) on the second floor of the annex holds about 25,000 comics and picture books, perfect for rainy days or when you want to cool off. The atelier on the second floor of the cafe building is an open space with a view of the sea where children can draw and do simple crafts, and the 45 sq m recreation room can be used as a play space for children.
- •The library has about 25,000 comics and picture books, and the atelier is available 24 hours
- •The recreation room may not be open to all guests when it has been booked
Harvesting at Chikura Tsunagu Farm and the campfire
Harvesting at Chikura Tsunagu Farm and the campfire
At Chikura Tsunagu Farm on the grounds, families can harvest seasonal vegetables, and nearby there are nature experiences such as harvesting sugarcane and making freshly pressed juice. In the evening, a campfire is held to the sound of the waves, giving guests time to gather around the flames together.
- •The campfire is held except in rainy weather
Dining and barbecues at Seizan Cafe
Dining and barbecues at Seizan Cafe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the cafe building, renovated from what was once the dining hall. Staying guests can help themselves to coffee and tea around the clock, and barbecues can be enjoyed in the spacious garden. Meals accommodating allergies can also be arranged.
- •Hours are 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. for breakfast, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner
- •Meals accommodating allergies can be arranged
Overview
Chikura Tsunagu Hotel is a hands-on family resort in the town of Chikura, created by renovating a former elementary school retreat lodge. Guests stay in private rooms or a large tatami room designed under the supervision of the interior brand ACTUS, and the property is packed with play and learning for children: a library with about 25,000 comics and picture books, an atelier for drawing and simple crafts, a campfire held to the sound of the waves, and seasonal vegetable harvesting at the farm on the grounds. The bath draws Minamiboso Onsen, a natural hot spring found deep in the hills of Chikura and known as a bath that leaves skin smooth, and a baby bathing set is available to borrow, making it a good fit for a family trip by the sea.
Chikura Tsunagu Hotel is a hands-on resort hotel in the mild-climate town of Chikura in Minamiboso, Chiba, created by renovating Seizanso, a retreat lodge of a national elementary school. ACTUS Co., Ltd., which produces its own original interior brand, gave full cooperation as design supervisor for the renovation, turning the building into a calming space that feels somehow nostalgic even on a first visit. Built on the concept of "not just staying, but making the most of the whole town," the hotel puts real-world experiences at its heart to help children develop their ability to think and to solve problems on their own.
The Bath Fed by Chikura's Natural Onsen
The bath measures about 40 sq m and is fed by Minamiboso Onsen, a natural hot spring found deep in the hills of Chikura. Known as a bath that leaves skin smooth, it has a silky feel and warms you from the inside out. The spring water is a mildly alkaline sodium chloride and bicarbonate spring. Hours are 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. the next morning and 5 a.m. to 10 a.m., with 6 showers in the men's bath and 5 in the women's bath. The bathtubs are for children who are out of diapers and older, and children who have not yet started elementary school use them accompanied by an adult. For babies who are not yet out of diapers, a baby bathing set and children's amenities are available to borrow, and there is also a shower space in the outdoor garden.
A Building Full of Play and Learning for Children
Seizan Cafe, the cafe building at the heart of the hotel, was once the dining hall and has been renovated around natural wood. The atelier on its second floor is an open space with a view of the sea where children can draw and do simple crafts, so there is plenty to do even on rainy days. Minna no Toshokan (Everyone's Library) on the second floor of the annex holds about 25,000 comics and picture books, and the 45 sq m recreation room can be used as a play space for children or for meetings and training sessions. In the evening, a campfire is held to the sound of the waves, except in rainy weather. At Chikura Tsunagu Farm on the grounds, families can harvest seasonal vegetables, and nearby there are nature experiences such as harvesting sugarcane and making freshly pressed juice.
Guest Rooms
There are 9 rooms in all. Eight private rooms reflect the ACTUS aesthetic, with loft-style bunk beds and Simmons mattresses, and each sleeps up to 4. The remaining room is the large tatami room used for seaside school programs back in the Seizanso days, with futon bedding for up to 12; it is also a good choice for family groups with small children who prefer to sleep on futons. The bath and toilets are shared, separated for men and women, and there are steps. Guests in junior high school and above pay the adult rate, elementary school children pay 75% of the adult rate, children from age 3 up to elementary school age pay 50%, and children under 3 stay free when co-sleeping.
Dining and Access
The cafe building serves breakfast from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and staying guests can help themselves to coffee and tea around the clock. Barbecues can be enjoyed in the spacious garden, and meals accommodating allergies can be arranged. The hotel is about 6 minutes by car from Chikura Station on the JR Uchibo Line. One car per room parks free of charge (17 spaces in total; a second car or more requires a reservation), and an electric-vehicle charging station is also available.
This page is compiled from information on the official website and Rakuten Travel. Please check the official website or Rakuten Travel for the latest details.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 2967 Kitaasai, Chikura-cho, Minamiboso, Chiba 295-0011 |
|---|---|
| directions_carAccess | About 6 minutes by car from Chikura Station on the JR Uchibo Line. |
| trainNearest station | Chikura Station |
| local_parkingParking | One car per room parks free of charge (17 spaces in total; a second car or more requires a reservation). There is also an electric-vehicle charging station. |
| callPhone | +81-470-29-7370 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Discover |
| languageOfficial site | https://chikura.tsunaguhotel.jp/open_in_new |
Reference price as of August 27, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-19). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a baby who is not yet out of diapers go into the communal bath?
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The bathtubs are for children who are out of diapers and older. For babies who are not yet out of diapers, a baby bathing set and children's amenities are available to borrow, and there is also a shower space in the outdoor garden.
Can children who have not started elementary school use the communal bath on their own?
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No. Children under school age must be accompanied by an adult.
Can we borrow a baby bathing set or amenities for our child?
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Yes. A baby bathing set and children's amenities are available to borrow.
How much is day-use bathing for children?
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Day-use bathing is 700 yen for adults and 550 yen for elementary school children, and preschool-age children are free. Towel rental costs an additional 200 yen.
Do children under 3 stay free when co-sleeping?
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Yes. Children under 3 stay free on the basis that they co-sleep, and they are not counted toward the room's capacity. Meals are not included for them, even on plans that include meals.
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