The 12 Best Day Trips from Atsugi
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 12 good day trips from Atsugi, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Aihara, about 25 min by car, and 7 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Atsugi at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 40 km NE | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 25 km E | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 33 km E | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 58 km NE | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Chiba | 70 km E | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
| Aihara | 18 km N | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 18 km NW | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Edogawe | 53 km NE | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Adachi | 53 km NE | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Shizuoka | 103 km SW | 1 hr 35 min | Full-day trip |
| Honchō | 63 km NE | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Suginami | 118 km NE | 1 hr 50 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Atsugi
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car40 km north-east of Atsugi1 hr 30 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, Kawaguchi, Itabashi.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car25 km east of Atsugi1 hr 20 min round trip - 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car33 km east of Atsugi1 hr 20 min round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car58 km north-east of Atsugi2 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car70 km east of Atsugi2 hr 40 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Aihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car18 km north of Atsugi50 min round trip - 7
Sagamihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car18 km north-west of Atsugi50 min round trip - 8
Edogawe, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car53 km north-east of Atsugi2 hr round trip - 9
Adachi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car53 km north-east of Atsugi2 hr round trip - 10
Shizuoka, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 35 min by car103 km south-west of Atsugi3 hr 10 min round trip - 11
Honchō, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car63 km north-east of Atsugi2 hr 30 min round trip - 12
Suginami, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 50 min by car118 km north-east of Atsugi3 hr 40 min round trip
A sample day trip: Atsugi to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 40 km from Atsugi. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Atsugi
- 09:15Arrive in Tokyo (45 min drive)
- 09:30Tokyo Tower
- 11:30Lunch
- 12:45Sensō-ji
- 14:30Meiji Jingu
- 16:00Head back to Atsugi
- 16:45Home in Atsugi
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Atsugi?
- The best day trips from Atsugi are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Aihara, about 25 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Atsugi?
- Aihara is the closest, 18 km north of Atsugi, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Atsugi?
- 7 places are within about an hour's drive of Atsugi: Aihara (25 min), Sagamihara (25 min), Yokohama (40 min), Kawasaki (40 min), Tokyo (45 min), Edogawe (1 hr).
- What is the biggest city near Atsugi for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 40 km north-east of Atsugi and about 45 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Atsugi?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Suginami at 118 km, around 1 hr 50 min by car.
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