The 11 Best Day Trips from Narita

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

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There are 11 good day trips from Narita, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Chiba, about 40 min by car, and 4 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 11 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Narita

  1. 1

    Tokyo, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car57 km west of Narita

    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

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car72 km south-west of Narita
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car62 km south-west of Narita

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

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

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car27 km south-west of Narita

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Aihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car93 km west of Narita
  7. 7

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car100 km west of Narita
  8. 8

    Edogawe, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car41 km west of Narita
  9. 9

    Honchō, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car31 km west of Narita
  10. 10

    Suginami, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car47 km north of Narita
  11. 11

    Hachiōji, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car91 km west of Narita

A sample day: Narita to Tokyo

  1. 08:30Leave Narita
  2. 09:35Arrive in Tokyo (1 hr 5 min drive)
  3. 09:50Tokyo Tower
  4. 11:50Lunch
  5. 13:05Sensō-ji
  6. 14:50Meiji Jingu
  7. 16:20Head back to Narita
  8. 17:25Home in Narita

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Narita?
The best day trips from Narita are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Chiba, about 40 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Narita?
Chiba is the closest, 27 km south-west of Narita, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Narita?
4 places are within about an hour's drive of Narita: Chiba (40 min), Honchō (35 min), Edogawe (45 min), Suginami (55 min).
What is the biggest city near Narita for a day out?
Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 57 km west of Narita and about 1 hr 5 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Narita?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Sagamihara at 100 km, around 1 hr 35 min by car.

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