The 12 Best Day Trips from Minamirinkan
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 Minamirinkan, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Aihara, about 25 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 Minamirinkan at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 31 km NE | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 20 km E | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 25 km E | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 50 km NE | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Chiba | 62 km E | 1 hr 10 min | Full-day trip |
| Aihara | 16 km NW | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 20 km NW | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Edogawe | 45 km NE | 50 min | Half-day trip |
| Adachi | 44 km NE | 50 min | Half-day trip |
| Shizuoka | 112 km SW | 1 hr 45 min | Full-day trip |
| Honchō | 54 km NE | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Suginami | 109 km NE | 1 hr 40 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Minamirinkan
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car31 km north-east of Minamirinkan1 hr 10 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, Kawaguchi, Itabashi.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car20 km east of Minamirinkan1 hr round trip - 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car25 km east of Minamirinkan1 hr 20 min round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car50 km north-east of Minamirinkan2 hr round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 10 min by car62 km east of Minamirinkan2 hr 20 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Aihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car16 km north-west of Minamirinkan50 min round trip - 7
Sagamihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car20 km north-west of Minamirinkan1 hr round trip - 8
Edogawe, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 50 min by car45 km north-east of Minamirinkan1 hr 40 min round trip - 9
Adachi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 50 min by car44 km north-east of Minamirinkan1 hr 40 min round trip - 10
Shizuoka, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 45 min by car112 km south-west of Minamirinkan3 hr 30 min round trip - 11
Honchō, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car54 km north-east of Minamirinkan2 hr round trip - 12
Suginami, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 40 min by car109 km north-east of Minamirinkan3 hr 20 min round trip
A sample day trip: Minamirinkan to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 31 km from Minamirinkan. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Minamirinkan
- 09:05Arrive in Tokyo (35 min drive)
- 09:20Tokyo Tower
- 11:20Lunch
- 12:35Sensō-ji
- 14:20Meiji Jingu
- 15:50Head back to Minamirinkan
- 16:25Home in Minamirinkan
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Minamirinkan?
- The best day trips from Minamirinkan are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Aihara, about 25 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Minamirinkan?
- Aihara is the closest, 16 km north-west of Minamirinkan, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Minamirinkan?
- 9 places are within about an hour's drive of Minamirinkan: Aihara (25 min), Yokohama (30 min), Sagamihara (30 min), Kawasaki (40 min), Tokyo (35 min), Adachi (50 min).
- What is the biggest city near Minamirinkan for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 31 km north-east of Minamirinkan and about 35 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Minamirinkan?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Shizuoka at 112 km, around 1 hr 45 min by car.
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