The 12 Best Day Trips from Higashimurayama
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 Higashimurayama, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Setagaya, about 30 min by car, and 9 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Higashimurayama at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 21 km E | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 39 km SE | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 34 km SE | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 24 km NE | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Chiba | 61 km E | 1 hr 10 min | Full-day trip |
| Setagaya | 20 km SE | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Aihara | 22 km SW | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 29 km SW | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Edogawe | 37 km E | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Shizuoka | 131 km SW | 2 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Honchō | 47 km E | 55 min | Half-day trip |
| Suginami | 89 km NE | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Higashimurayama
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car21 km east of Higashimurayama1 hr 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: Adachi, Kawaguchi, Itabashi.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car39 km south-east of Higashimurayama1 hr 30 min round trip - 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car34 km south-east of Higashimurayama1 hr 20 min round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car24 km north-east of Higashimurayama1 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 10 min by car61 km east of Higashimurayama2 hr 20 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Setagaya, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car20 km south-east of Higashimurayama1 hr round tripKnown for NHKスタジオパーク.
- 7
Aihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car22 km south-west of Higashimurayama1 hr 10 min round trip - 8
Sagamihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car29 km south-west of Higashimurayama1 hr 30 min round trip - 9
Edogawe, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car37 km east of Higashimurayama1 hr 30 min round trip - 10
Shizuoka, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 2 hr 5 min by car131 km south-west of Higashimurayama4 hr 10 min round trip - 11
Honchō, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car47 km east of Higashimurayama1 hr 50 min round trip - 12
Suginami, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car89 km north-east of Higashimurayama2 hr 50 min round trip
A sample day trip: Higashimurayama to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 21 km from Higashimurayama. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Higashimurayama
- 09:00Arrive in Tokyo (30 min drive)
- 09:15Tokyo Tower
- 11:15Lunch
- 12:30Sensō-ji
- 14:15Meiji Jingu
- 15:45Head back to Higashimurayama
- 16:15Home in Higashimurayama
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Higashimurayama?
- The best day trips from Higashimurayama are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Setagaya, about 30 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Higashimurayama?
- Setagaya is the closest, 20 km south-east of Higashimurayama, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Higashimurayama?
- 9 places are within about an hour's drive of Higashimurayama: Setagaya (30 min), Tokyo (30 min), Aihara (35 min), Saitama (35 min), Sagamihara (45 min), Kawasaki (40 min).
- What is the biggest city near Higashimurayama for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 21 km east of Higashimurayama and about 30 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Higashimurayama?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Shizuoka at 131 km, around 2 hr 5 min by car.
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