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One of the most popular day trips from Tokyo is Nikko. A 2-hour train ride away, this village is rich in World Heritage Sites including the famous Toshogu shrine. What should you not miss in Nikko?
The Futurasan shrine in Nikko is not as famous as its neighbor Toshogu, but it is definitely worth a stop. It is a great place to appreciate the beautiful natural surroundings.
The grave of the third shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu is located in Nikko. It is a colorful temple with beautiful details in the woodwork and quiet surroundings, and very much worth checking out.
In the prefecture of Saitama, there is an intact village that has remained of the Edo Period. The town is called Kawagoe, and it is a popular tourist spot in the otherwise non-touristy prefecture.
Narita is a city 60 kilometers east of central Tokyo. If you only have a short layover in Narita airport, or if you are spending your last night in Japan near the airport Narita city is worth a visit.
Many tourists skip Yokohama in favor of its more famous neighbors Kamakura and Hakone. But if you have time, we’d recommend you to spend a few hours in this modern harbor town as well.
Kamakura’s symbol is the big Buddha that’s located in the Kotokuin temple. It is not only a beautiful sight, you can also enter the Buddha to see what it looks like from the inside.
In the very middle of Kamakura sits its most important shrine, the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine. This is the shrine of the illustrious Minamoto family. What’s their story?
Kamakura is only a one-hour train ride south of Tokyo, and offers plenty of interesting sights in a small area. Learn more about the central Hachimangu shrine and other cool spots in Kamakura.
In 1994, textile dyeing artist Itchiku Kubota built a museum with his name in a perfect place, with a majestic view of Mount Fuji and serene Lake Kawaguchi.
Kawaguchiko is best-known for its amazing view of Mt Fuji. Located at the foot of the mountain, there are many vantage points from which to see the symbol of Japan.
Famous for hot springs, outdoor activities, natural beauty, and the view of nearby Mt Fuji, Hakone is a popular destination for a day trip from Tokyo.
If you like Japanese castles and history, you should try to make a stop in Odawara, a city that is located around 40 minutes away from Tokyo. Discover the famous Odawara castle and other interesting destinations.
The Hasedera temple in Kamakura has one of the most beautiful temple precincts in the area. There are many things to discover, and flower lovers will have a field day.
From the 8th station, the walk begins to get quite steep and by the time you get to the 9th station, the track will almost be so steep and rocky that at times it will feel like you are rock climbing…
You don’t need to go all the way to Okinawa if you want to go to a white sandy beach with azure blue waters. Volcanic peninsula Izu has its fair share of wonderful beaches.
Lake Hamanako is a resort area, with an amusement park and onsen with lake views. Located on the way between Tokyo and Kyoto, it is a good place to make an overnight stop.
Kawazu is only a small town, and it is a good spot to include in your itinerary if you want one or a few days of nature and rest with fewer international tourists.
Atami is a popular destination for cherry blossom viewing in spring and fireworks and the beach in summer. It is a good destination to combine with a multi-day trip to Mt. Fuji, Hakone, or Shimoda.