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Tokyo DisneySea
Unique nautical-themed Disney park widely regarded as the most beautifully designed theme park in the world.
54 km · about 60 min drive
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Yokoshiba
Chiba, Japan · Asia
About Yokoshiba
Yokoshiba sits on the route: 10 minutes from Shibayama, 54km from Tokyo DisneySea.
Yokoshiba is in Chiba, Japan, with about 22,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Shibayama, about 6 km away.
Yokoshiba (横芝町, Yokoshiba-machi) was a town located in Sanbu District, Chiba Prefecture, Japan.
Asahi Village was established on April 1, 1889, within Musha District. It changed its name to Yokoshiba on December 28, 1892. Musha District became part of Sanbu District from April 1, 1897. On May 10, 1897, Yokoshiba wasRead more
elevated to town status. It expanded through the annexation of the neighboring villages of Ōfusa and Kamisakae on July 1, 1955.
On March 27, 2006, Yokoshiba, along with the town of Hikari (from Sōsa District), was merged to create the town of Yokoshibahikari, and thus no longer exists as an independent municipality. Sōsa District was dissolved as a result of this merger.
As of November 1, 2005, (the last census data prior to the merger) the town had an estimated population of 14,589 and a population density of 434 persons per km2. The total area was 33.60 km2.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Yokoshiba?
Within an hour or so of Yokoshiba: Tokyo DisneySea (54 km), Tokyo Disneyland (55 km), Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line (59 km).
Are there any good drives near Yokoshiba?
The nearest famous roads are Yabitsu Pass, Hakone Turnpike and Irohazaka Winding Road.
Where is Yokoshiba?
Yokoshiba is in Chiba, Japan, about 6 km from Shibayama.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 22,075
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Chiba
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 35.6500, 140.4833
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Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Worth the detour from Yokoshiba
3 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Tokyo Disneyland
The first Disney theme park built outside the United States, renowned for its impeccable service and unique attractions.
55 km · about 65 min drive
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Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line
A 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.
59 km · about 70 min drive
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- 59 kmTokyo Bay Aqua-LineA 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.
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