The 14 Best Day Trips from Iruma
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 14 good day trips from Iruma, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Aihara, about 40 min by car, and 10 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Iruma at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 33 km SE | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 50 km SE | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 46 km SE | 55 min | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 28 km E | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Chiba | 72 km E | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| Aihara | 25 km S | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 30 km S | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Edogawe | 48 km E | 55 min | Half-day trip |
| Adachi | 40 km E | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Shizuoka | 129 km SW | 2 hr | Full-day trip |
| Honchō | 57 km E | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Kawaguchi | 31 km E | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Suginami | 93 km NE | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| Itabashi | 32 km E | 35 min | Half-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Iruma
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car33 km south-east of Iruma1 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.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car50 km south-east of Iruma2 hr round trip - 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car46 km south-east of Iruma1 hr 50 min round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car28 km east of Iruma1 hr 20 min round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car72 km east of Iruma2 hr 50 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Aihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car25 km south of Iruma1 hr 20 min round trip - 7
Sagamihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car30 km south of Iruma1 hr 10 min round trip - 8
Edogawe, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car48 km east of Iruma1 hr 50 min round trip - 9
Adachi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car40 km east of Iruma1 hr 30 min round trip - 10
Shizuoka, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 2 hr by car129 km south-west of Iruma4 hr round trip - 11
Honchō, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car57 km east of Iruma2 hr 10 min round trip - 12
Kawaguchi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car31 km east of Iruma1 hr 10 min round trip - 13
Suginami, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car93 km north-east of Iruma2 hr 50 min round trip - 14
Itabashi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car32 km east of Iruma1 hr 10 min round trip
A sample day trip: Iruma to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 33 km from Iruma. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Iruma
- 09:10Arrive in Tokyo (40 min drive)
- 09:25Tokyo Tower
- 11:25Lunch
- 12:40Sensō-ji
- 14:25Meiji Jingu
- 15:55Head back to Iruma
- 16:35Home in Iruma
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Iruma?
- The best day trips from Iruma are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Aihara, about 40 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Iruma?
- Aihara is the closest, 25 km south of Iruma, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Iruma?
- 10 places are within about an hour's drive of Iruma: Aihara (40 min), Saitama (40 min), Sagamihara (35 min), Kawaguchi (35 min), Itabashi (35 min), Tokyo (40 min).
- What is the biggest city near Iruma for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 33 km south-east of Iruma 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 Iruma?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Shizuoka at 129 km, around 2 hr by car.
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