The 13 Best Day Trips from Kodaira

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 13 good day trips from Kodaira, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Setagaya, about 25 min by car, and 10 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 13 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Kodaira

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    Tokyo, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car19 km east of Kodaira

    What 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.
  2. 2

    Yokohama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car36 km south-east of Kodaira
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car31 km south-east of Kodaira

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car25 km north-east of Kodaira

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car59 km east of Kodaira

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Setagaya, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car17 km south-east of Kodaira

    Known for NHKスタジオパーク.

  7. 7

    Aihara, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car21 km south-west of Kodaira
  8. 8

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car28 km south-west of Kodaira
  9. 9

    Edogawe, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car35 km east of Kodaira
  10. 10

    Shizuoka, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car130 km south-west of Kodaira
  11. 11

    Honchō, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car45 km east of Kodaira
  12. 12

    Kawaguchi, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car22 km north-east of Kodaira
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    Suginami, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car89 km north-east of Kodaira

A sample day: Kodaira to Tokyo

  1. 08:30Leave Kodaira
  2. 09:00Arrive in Tokyo (30 min drive)
  3. 09:15Tokyo Tower
  4. 11:15Lunch
  5. 12:30Sensō-ji
  6. 14:15Meiji Jingu
  7. 15:45Head back to Kodaira
  8. 16:15Home in Kodaira

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Kodaira?
The best day trips from Kodaira are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Setagaya, about 25 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Kodaira?
Setagaya is the closest, 17 km south-east of Kodaira, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Kodaira?
10 places are within about an hour's drive of Kodaira: Setagaya (25 min), Tokyo (30 min), Aihara (30 min), Kawaguchi (35 min), Saitama (40 min), Sagamihara (40 min).
What is the biggest city near Kodaira for a day out?
Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 19 km east of Kodaira 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 Kodaira?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Shizuoka at 130 km, around 2 hr by car.

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