BBQ and Sleep in a Real Train!? Japan’s Best Train Hotel! Hidden Glamping Spot in Chiba

BBQ and Sleep in a Real Train!? Japan’s Best Train Hotel! Hidden Glamping Spot in Chiba

Thank you for riding with Choo-Choo Travel! We are at an unmanned station. Single track, non-electrified, the best. Tickets are in the car. Departed. Oh! This is going to be a nostalgia ticket. There’s a train coming from over there…? We passed each other. Let’s go down and take a look. That’s cool! I wish I could have ridden it more. You okay? The station has a great feel. Maybe one per hour? Railroad crossing? The wreckage of the …… Let’s take a walk. This is Chiba Prefecture. It looks like a place that was closed down. I actually have a reservation at ………. Where to stay…? That will come later. There are fireworks, too. So, let’s head over. Vehicle viewed from inside. It has a staircase. And the key to the car: ……… Yes, we are staying on this train today! Let’s not be hasty and observe from the outside first. It says B here. Beautifully painted. It says that the maximum number of students is 160. Cross where you would not normally cross. This is a car called “Kiha 203” used on the Kominato Railway. It looks like there is a terrace. What is going on inside the car? Let’s go in then! Ohhhhhhhhhh! It’s like being in a railroad but not on a railroad! Take off your shoes and go up. Moreover, it seems that you can barbecue here! You can even get into the driver’s seat as much as you want! This is fun. I think I’ll sleep here…lol Ah! The train! Step out onto the terrace. Wearing slippers… Right next to the railroad tracks would be great! I can’t stop being excited! Let’s bring the flag. The train seems to be coming! The kids in the next room were delighted! It would help if it was next to a railroad crossing. LOL Oh wow! Amazing power! The best ……♡ This is a lot of tension. Oh well! I better check this out! This one and this one are likely to be next. Many of the car’s original features are still intact from its days in service. I can’t believe I’m on a train. LOL Refrigerators, microwaves, and air conditioners are also provided. There is running water and dishes. What a fun experience to have a barbecue in the car. Oh! Door open/close button! Play as much as you want! It would be fun to get out of here. Windows do not open. You made smoked glass to make it into a hotel. Too bad. Wow! A denture stop at the time of the current project! It is made of wood. You mean you are not using it now…? Anyway, it is reserved for the night! This door is a retrofit. Whoa, there’s something. Slippers, towels and toothbrushes. Maybe coffee tomorrow morning. Here was an easy-to-read timetable! Do something you normally can’t do. You can’t usually do something like this. Oh! It was a no mark! Don’t worry, there are cuddle pillows. Now I can dream of being in the car anytime I want. Uniform? It was for children. So ……… this one is also for children. Blankets are also available. Come on! Let’s take a look at the bedrooms! It is a bunk bed and could sleep four people. I’m not sure where to sleep. …… I wonder if it’s still up there…? Let’s try a little test sleep. I’ll have a nice dream. Watch out, I was about to fall asleep! The feeling is a night train. The second floor is… Nice feeling. I still have to go there. Hmm? Maybe I’ll watch Choo-Choo Travel. Scary! It appears that barbecues can be held here! Enjoy the driver’s seat! The best! Normally, you cannot enter here. Nice view. The whistle does not sound. It was not braked! Heavy! It’s exciting to see it left as it was back then! The announcements in the car are like an old-fashioned telephone. What is this? It seems that an information broadcast will be played. What’s this? The buzzer signaling system is described. This is how you signaled each other with the conductor. Is it an emergency brake? If the blinds are lowered, I can’t see anything in front of me! I would love to see it opened. When it’s dazzling, this is the way to go. What about this phone call? Do they listen to background music? It is a privilege to be able to move it without hesitation. Wipers? I would like to run it through the whole process. Let’s put it back. That was fun! Ahh! I missed again! The floors are also lovely. Something I can’t usually do. Relax on the terrace. The sound of nature is pleasant. But I still wish the train would go through. Once again, a lovely door. I’ll have breakfast here. You can also enjoy a nice view from the table inside the car. They will not be offended if you put your face out of the window. It’s time to go and get the food for the BBQ. It should be in this locker. Heavier than I imagined＝） I am looking forward to it. What’s in it? Garlic rice? Pork? Two pieces and one piece of beef. Scallops and vegetable skewers x 2. Cut bread and a mysterious liquid. In case you are wondering, I could only order from 2 servings. So 2 servings. I wonder if I can bake with this? Let’s bake while drinking. Oh! It looks good! It’s hard to believe you are on a train! It is gradually getting darker. Oh! It looks like a train is coming! It will be even more powerful at night! Thanks for the whistle too! Now, it is getting baked in stages! Looks delicious! Very good! In case you were wondering, they also bought sausages for lunch. Do you think they’ll put it here? I am also looking forward to the bouillabaisse. It seemed to be heated by IH. It was delicious! Do you have any neighbors? Is it time for the kids to go to bed? Wow! Cool! Heavy! What am I doing? You have to put the dishes you used outside. It’s nice to look at a bonfire. I bought beer and fireworks! Very good. It’s time for a bath. I took the Jacuzzi. Bathing scene…no. LOL Showers are free of charge. This is enough. Let’s go back to the train. It wasn’t a room I could show you. ：‐（ Now, let’s go to bed. Good night. I had to go to the bathroom. The restrooms are outside. Right in front of you, though. Very clean restroom. Well then, good night! The sun is gradually climbing. Is it morning…? Good morning. Wake up with a cup of coffee. Bean service is available. It will be a nice morning. It’s not easy… it’s not easy… Finally, it is done. Nice scent! Here comes your happy morning. Yes, it’s delicious! I baked bread and put the rest of yesterday’s knob on top. A great idea, myself. It was a wonderful morning. We will have another great view of the railroad today. They are here, they are here! I set up a camera mess. It came right from the other side! The driver also responds with a whistle! I can watch it again and again. It was worth the stay. Well, it’s time to check out. Let’s cry about it later. It’s great to be able to stay here! I hope to return in the near future. Making it next to the railroad tracks is too good to be true. And this lovely face. We hope you will all come and stay with us. A wide variety of souvenirs are also available. You can also play in the gymnasium. Others have stayed here. They have built a wonderful facility. It looks like a great place for kids to play. By the way, you can continue to play after check-out. I will definitely come back! On the way back to the hotel, a guest gave us a lift to the train station along the way. I can walk there, but thank you. Here they come. It is very shaky. Cool! Hmm? Door won’t open: …… Eh! Group charter! Watch out, watch out. Are you recording something? Thank you, Takataki Lake Glamping Resort! I’ll be back! The windows from the Kominato Railway are also great! I wonder what “group charter” meant… Thanks for an enjoyable trip! We look forward to your continued patronage of our channel! If you have any recommendations for spots that we haven’t covered yet, please let us know! And subscribe to our channel! See you soon!

BBQ and Sleep in a Real Train!? Japan’s Best Train Hotel! Hidden Glamping Spot in Chiba

Join me for an unforgettable overnight adventure at Takatakiko Glamping Resort near Takataki Lake, Chiba—just 1.5 hours from Tokyo! We stayed inside a retired KiHa 203 train car parked on the grounds of a converted school. It’s not just a sleepover—it’s a full-on glamping experience with in-train BBQ, a scenic terrace, cozy bedrooms, a jacuzzi, and live train spotting on the Kominato Railway. All for just ¥10,000 per person!

This is no sponsored trip—it’s 100% self-funded—so you get the real, unfiltered Choo‑Choo Travel experience. If you love overnight train stays, glamping in Japan, or railway-themed hotels, this video is for you!

Chapters ⏰
0:00 Opening 🚩
0:17 Start – Boarding Kominato Railway
3:09 Location Check
4:07 Meet the KiHa 203
6:30 Entering the Car – Interior Tour
8:02 Terrace Check
10:29 Exploring the Cabin
15:51 Bedroom Inspection
18:29 Sneaking into the Driver’s Seat
26:08 BBQ Time
31:29 Evening Events
33:13 Jacuzzi Soak
34:46 Late Night in the Train
35:52 Morning Wake-Up
38:23 Train Parade – Kominato Line
39:57 Check-Out
42:58 Heading Home

Highlights & Key Themes
🚉 Single-track, non-electrified Kominato Railway – nostalgic charm

🔑 Explore the KiHa 203 train car converted into a cozy glamping cabin

🍖 BBQ inside a train—complete with meat, vegetables, and garlic rice

🧘‍♂️ Relax in a terrace-side jacuzzi & evening fire by the tracks

🌌 Enjoy nighty train pass-bys, morning coffee, and sunrise train watching

💡 Perfect experience for train lovers, unique stays, and Chiba tourism

📍 Takatakiko Glamping Resort – Train Stay Plan
https://www.takatakiko-glamping.com/lp/new_kiha203/

Location: Takataki Lake, Ichihara, Chiba (old school converted into glamping resort)

Access: 10-min walk from Kominato Railway Takataki Station

Pricing: ¥10,000/person (introductory offer) + BBQ, jacuzzi, drinks

🎥 We used: Osmo Pocket 3, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 11, iPad Pro
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🌟 Choo‑Choo Travel brings you train journeys, rail-themed lodgings, and unique travel experiences—see you next ride!

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