Day Trips in Japan

Day Trips in Japan

Tokyo is a great central hub to branch off to various neighboring cities and prefectures. With just an hour or two on the train, you can escape from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo for a little getaway. Walk through historic temples, sample local delicacies, take in the beautiful nature landscapes there is so much to see and discover outside of the usual destinations.

Read our guides for tips to build your own day trip adventure.

Day Trips from Tokyo: 6 Places to See Cherry Blossoms

Hakone Day Trip: TW’s Guide to Dining, Onsen & Mount Fuji Views

Tokyo Day Trip: Take a Shopping Excursion to Yokosuka

Kamakura Day Trip: TW's Guide to Temples, Dining & Drinks

Tokyo Day Trip: Visit Izu Peninsula's Seaside Resort Town of Atami

Ukai Toriyama

Ukai Toriyama: A Culinary and Cultural Escape That's a Perfect Day Trip from Tokyo

Tokyo Day Trip: Relive Epic Moments from Japanese History at Odawara

Tokyo Day-Trip: Fall Under the Spell of Gods and Dragons at Enoshima Island