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Fuchū (府中) [1] is a suburban city of Tokyo.

Travel to Fuchu - Visa Requirements

Keio Line trains run to Fuchu from Shinjuku station. The faster Tokkyu (特急) and Jun-Tokkyu (準特急) trains make the run to Fuchu, the third stop, in 20 minutes at a cost of ¥270.

Fuchu tourist attractions and sightseeing

  • Fuchu Church [2]
  • Ohkunitama Shrine (大國魂神社),Miya-machi [3].

Fuchu city tours

  • Tokyo Racecourse (東京競馬場), 1-1 Hiyoshi-cho [4]. One of Japan's largest horse racing facilities. Home to several prestigious Grade 1 events including the Yasuda Kinen and Japan Cup races. Racing weekends only, generally January-February, April-June and October-November. The facility is served by the Fuchu-Keiba-Seimonmae (府中競馬正門前) station of the Keio Line, where shuttle trains run to and from Higashi-Fuchu (東府中) station.

From Shinjuku, take the Keio tokkyu (特急) or jun-tokkyu (準特急) to Chofu, change for a local train to Higashi-Fuchu, and change again for the shuttle train to the racecourse. Despite the transfer hooplah, it's still only 30-35 minutes and ¥270.

  • Toho Cinema, [5]

Fuchu souvenirs and shopping

  • Isetan Fuchu, [6]
  • Kururu Mall, [7]

Fuchu Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Fuchu nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

  • Starbucks Coffee, [8].
  • Dragon Bar 
    Maison de Bonheur 1 Flr.
    1-9-28 Miyamachi Fuchu City Tokyo
    phone: 042-368-1441
  • Chot Bar
  • CAFE HEDIARD,

[9] Fuchu-shi,miyamati1-41-2 Isetan Fuchu 6F(東京都府中市宮町1-41-2　伊勢丹府中店６階）10:00-19:30 You can enjoy original blended coffee,various tea and pancakes.

Fuchu cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Contact

Sheep Box internet cafe, not far from Fuchu Station

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