Chofu

Chofu (調布市 Chōfu-shi) is a western suburb of Tokyo (prefecture) | Tokyo, and the main draws are Jindaiji Temple and Jindai Botanical gardens. These twin attractions are next to each other, making a reasonable day trip from central Tokyo. Beyond these two, Chōfu feels like the suburb that it is, particularly on the weekends when the train platform is crowded with parents and their children.

How to travel to Chofu

Chōfu is 15 minutes and ¥230 from Shinjuku. From Shinjuku station, take the Keio line's special express (特急) or semi-special-express (準特急) train. Chōfu is the second stop.

Chofu Airport from Izu Islands.

How to get around In Chofu

To get to Jindaiji Temple and Jindai Botanical Gardens, it is reasonable to take a bus. On the north side of the station, take bus number 34 (leaving from bus stop 14), or bus numbers 05, 06, 31 or 56 (leaving from bus stop 13). Only bus number 34 goes directly to Jindaiji Temple; the latter four stop only at "Jindaiji Iriguchi," it is a short walk to the temple from there.All five buses go to Jindaiji Botanical Gardens, fare ¥210. It is 2-3 km from the station to Jidaiji Temple, so walking or taking a taxi is possible.

If you happen to be in Tokyo/Kichijoji|Kichijōji or Tokyo/Mitaka|Mitaka, rather than Chōfu, you can also take a bus to get to Jindaiji Temple and Jindai Botanical Gardens.

What to see in Chofu

Jindai-ji in Chofu, Tokyo 002 - Jindaiji Temple

Jindaiji Temple - 深大寺 | Jindaiji 5-15-1, Motomachi 35.6675326, 139.5504788 ☎ +81 424-86-5511 - This temple of the Tendai sect, constructed in 733, is nearly the oldest in the Tokyo area, second only to Sensoji in Tokyo/Asakusa|Asakusa.Although the temple building itself is modest, the surrounding village of food stands, soba restaurants and waterwheels evokes an image of Edo-period Japan, and makes Jindaiji Temple a hidden gem in suburban Tokyo. The temple complex houses a bronze statue of Shaka Nyorai, a Buddha. The statue is said to date from around 700, and is housed in a separate concrete building.

Jindai Plants Park 2 - Jindai Botanical Gardens

Jindai Botanical Gardens - 神代植物公園 Jindai Shokubutsu Koen | Jindaiji 5-31-10, Motomachi 35.6689294, 139.5468459 ☎ +81 424-83-2300 Opening Hours: 9:30AM Monday - 4PM Adults ¥500, seniors ¥250, junior high schoolers ¥200, children free Something is always blooming in this large, all-season botanical garden. The park is divided into areas which feature specific plants such as plum and cherry blossom trees; the Japanese azalea garden and English-style rose garden are good. The main gate is on the west side is near the bus stop; you can also enter from the gate adjacent to Jindaiji Temple on the south side.

Parco Chofu Kinema - パルコ調布キネマ Paruko Chofu Kinima | Parco 6F, 1-38-1 Kojimacho 35.6527472, 139.5433235 ☎ +81 424-89-5115 Adults ¥1800. On Wednesday and the first of the month, admission is ¥1000. A one-screen cinema.

Fudaten Shrine - 布田天神社 | Chofugaoka 1-8-1 35.6567354, 139.5453583 ☎ +81 424-89-0022 - On the 25th on the month satokagura dance and music numbers are performed. The satokagura dance is a traditional shinto dance.

Ajinomoto stadium 10th anniversary - Ajinomoto Soccer Stadium. Blue and red are home color of FC Tokyo

Ajinomoto Soccer Stadium - 味の素スタジアム | Nishicho 376-3 35.664254, 139.5264523 The Keio line stops at Tobitakyu Station around game times; the stadium is a 5-minute walk from there. You can also take the bus from Chofu Station, Mitaka Station, or Musashisakai Station. ☎ +81 42-440-0555 - This 50,000-seat soccer stadium is home field for Tokyo Verdy and FC Tokyo; American football, rugby games and flea markets can also be found here.

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Shopping in Chofu

On the north side of the station is a Parco department store.And north of that is the Japanese version of Walmart, Seiyu.

Halal Restaurants in Chofu

Ishi-i - い志井 | Fuda 1-36-10 35.6536605, 139.5473955 On Tenjin St., north of the station ☎ +81 424-87-1710 - This lively izakaya restaurant specializes in Beef, served on skewers like yakitori. The friendly staff will help you sample almost any part of the pig, including heart, liver, head [http:///halal-meat/ meat and esophagus, pointing to their own body to describe it, if necessary. They have usual Beef and beef dishes as well.

Calends - かれんど | Fuda 1-43-3 35.6524498, 139.5450583 ☎ +81 424-88-3157 Opening from Monday to Saturday noon-11:30PM This is a cut-above curry restaurant which has several curries which put the usual Japanese fare to shame. Try ordering the set menu with dessert, rum-topped ice cream is a nice finish after spicy curry. The owner may try to speak some English with you.

Asian Taipei - タイペイ | Fuda 2-28-7 35.6520731, 139.5479975 Along Koushu Kaido, east of Chofu Station ☎ +81 424-86-3522 Opening Hours: 11:30AM Monday - 2:30PM, 5:30PM Monday - 1AM All-you-can-eat lunch special ¥1000; other plates from around ¥850 Spicy Thai and Indian style food.

Saint Marc Cafe - サンマルクカフェ | 35.653418, 139.543594 North side of the station, between Parco and Seiyu ☎ +81 42-443-9309

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