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The 15 Best Day Trips from Iwakuni

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 15 good day trips from Iwakuni, Japan, led by Hiroshima, Kitakyushu, Matsuyama. The closest is Kure, about 40 min by car, and 3 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Iwakuni at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Hiroshima34 km NE40 minHalf-day trip
Kitakyushu131 km W2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Matsuyama62 km SE1 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Kurashiki149 km E2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight
Ōita118 km SW1 hr 50 minFull-day trip
Fukuyama111 km E1 hr 45 minFull-day trip
Shinagawa93 km SE1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Shimonoseki120 km W1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Kure33 km E40 minHalf-day trip
Higashihiroshima55 km NE1 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Yamaguchi69 km W1 hr 20 minFull-day trip
Ube93 km W1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Izumo143 km N2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Imabari73 km E1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Shūnan37 km W45 minHalf-day trip

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Iwakuni

  1. 1

    Hiroshima, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car34 km north-east of Iwakuni1 hr 20 min round trip

    What travelers see in Hiroshima

    • Shukkeien Garden - In the heart of summer, Shukkei-en Garden bursts into vibrant colors, with the lush greenery accentuated by blooming lotus flowers in the pond.
    • Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima - As you stroll through the extensive paths of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the sight of cherry trees in full summer bloom adds a delicate beauty to the solemn atmosphere.
    • Hiroshima Castle - As you approach Hiroshima Castle, notice the refreshing sound of the moat's water lapping gently against the stone walls, particularly enjoyable in the summer breeze.
    11 traveler itinerariesThings to do in Hiroshima
  2. 2

    Kitakyushu, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km west of Iwakuni4 hr 10 min round trip
  3. 3

    Matsuyama, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car62 km south-east of Iwakuni2 hr 20 min round trip
  4. 4

    Kurashiki, Japan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car149 km east of Iwakuni4 hr 40 min round trip
  5. 5

    Ōita, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car118 km south-west of Iwakuni3 hr 40 min round trip
  6. 6

    Fukuyama, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car111 km east of Iwakuni3 hr 30 min round trip
  7. 7

    Shinagawa, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car93 km south-east of Iwakuni2 hr 50 min round trip
  8. 8

    Shimonoseki, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car120 km west of Iwakuni3 hr 50 min round trip
  9. 9

    Kure, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car33 km east of Iwakuni1 hr 20 min round trip
  10. 10

    Higashihiroshima, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car55 km north-east of Iwakuni2 hr 10 min round trip
  11. 11

    Yamaguchi, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car69 km west of Iwakuni2 hr 40 min round trip
  12. 12

    Ube, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car93 km west of Iwakuni2 hr 50 min round trip
  13. 13

    Izumo, Japan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car143 km north of Iwakuni4 hr 30 min round trip
  14. 14

    Imabari, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car73 km east of Iwakuni2 hr 50 min round trip
  15. 15

    Shūnan, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car37 km west of Iwakuni1 hr 30 min round trip

A sample day trip: Iwakuni to Hiroshima

A realistic pace for Hiroshima, 34 km from Iwakuni. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 08:30Leave Iwakuni
  2. 09:10Arrive in Hiroshima (40 min drive)
  3. 09:25Shukkeien Garden
  4. 11:25Lunch
  5. 12:40Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima
  6. 14:25Hiroshima Castle
  7. 15:55Head back to Iwakuni
  8. 16:35Home in Iwakuni

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Iwakuni?
The best day trips from Iwakuni are Hiroshima, Kitakyushu, Matsuyama, Kurashiki, Ōita. The closest is Kure, about 40 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Iwakuni?
Kure is the closest, 33 km east of Iwakuni, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Iwakuni?
3 places are within about an hour's drive of Iwakuni: Kure (40 min), Hiroshima (40 min), Shūnan (45 min).
What is the biggest city near Iwakuni for a day out?
Hiroshima is the largest city in day-trip range, 34 km north-east of Iwakuni 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 Iwakuni?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Kurashiki at 149 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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