The 11 Best Day Trips from Akishima
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 11 good day trips from Akishima, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Sagamihara, about 30 min by car, and 6 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Akishima at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 28 km E | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 40 km SE | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 38 km SE | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 32 km NE | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Chiba | 68 km E | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 21 km SW | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Edogawe | 45 km E | 50 min | Half-day trip |
| Shizuoka | 122 km SW | 1 hr 55 min | Full-day trip |
| Honchō | 55 km E | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Suginami | 97 km NE | 1 hr 30 min | Full-day trip |
| Utsunomiya | 104 km NE | 1 hr 40 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Akishima
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car28 km east of Akishima1 hr 20 min round tripWhat travelers see in Tokyo
- Tokyo Tower - Standing 333 meters tall, you'll marvel at the panoramic views of Tokyo from the observation decks.
- Sensō-ji - The vibrant red gates of Senso-ji greet you as you walk through the Nakamise shopping street, filled with traditional snacks and souvenirs.
- Meiji Jingu - As you approach the majestic wooden torii gate, you’ll feel a sense of tranquility envelop you, escaping the city's bustle.
Also nearby: Setagaya, Adachi, Kawaguchi, Itabashi.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car40 km south-east of Akishima1 hr 30 min round trip - 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car38 km south-east of Akishima1 hr 30 min round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car32 km north-east of Akishima1 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car68 km east of Akishima2 hr 40 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Sagamihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car21 km south-west of Akishima1 hr round trip - 7
Edogawe, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 50 min by car45 km east of Akishima1 hr 40 min round trip - 8
Shizuoka, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 55 min by car122 km south-west of Akishima3 hr 50 min round trip - 9
Honchō, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car55 km east of Akishima2 hr 10 min round trip - 10
Suginami, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 30 min by car97 km north-east of Akishima3 hr round trip - 11
Utsunomiya, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 40 min by car104 km north-east of Akishima3 hr 20 min round trip
A sample day trip: Akishima to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 28 km from Akishima. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Akishima
- 09:10Arrive in Tokyo (40 min drive)
- 09:25Tokyo Tower
- 11:25Lunch
- 12:40Sensō-ji
- 14:25Meiji Jingu
- 15:55Head back to Akishima
- 16:35Home in Akishima
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Akishima?
- The best day trips from Akishima are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Sagamihara, about 30 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Akishima?
- Sagamihara is the closest, 21 km south-west of Akishima, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Akishima?
- 6 places are within about an hour's drive of Akishima: Sagamihara (30 min), Tokyo (40 min), Saitama (35 min), Kawasaki (45 min), Yokohama (45 min), Edogawe (50 min).
- What is the biggest city near Akishima for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 28 km east of Akishima and about 40 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Akishima?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Shizuoka at 122 km, around 1 hr 55 min by car.
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