The 13 Best Day Trips from Matsudo

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 Matsudo, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Kawaguchi, about 25 min by car, and 8 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 Matsudo

  1. 1

    Tokyo, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car21 km south-west of Matsudo

    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 50 min by car45 km south-west of Matsudo
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car33 km south-west of Matsudo

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car26 km north-west of Matsudo

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car28 km south-east of Matsudo

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Aihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car56 km west of Matsudo
  7. 7

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car64 km west of Matsudo
  8. 8

    Kawaguchi, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car17 km west of Matsudo
  9. 9

    Suginami, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car58 km north-east of Matsudo
  10. 10

    Itabashi, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car17 km west of Matsudo
  11. 11

    Hachiōji, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km west of Matsudo
  12. 12

    Utsunomiya, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car87 km north of Matsudo
  13. 13

    Fujisawa, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car61 km south-west of Matsudo

A sample day: Matsudo to Tokyo

  1. 08:30Leave Matsudo
  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 Matsudo
  8. 16:15Home in Matsudo

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Matsudo?
The best day trips from Matsudo are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Kawaguchi, about 25 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Matsudo?
Kawaguchi is the closest, 17 km west of Matsudo, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Matsudo?
8 places are within about an hour's drive of Matsudo: Kawaguchi (25 min), Itabashi (25 min), Tokyo (30 min), Saitama (40 min), Chiba (40 min), Kawasaki (40 min).
What is the biggest city near Matsudo for a day out?
Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 21 km south-west of Matsudo 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 Matsudo?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Utsunomiya at 87 km, around 1 hr 20 min by car.

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