The 11 Best Day Trips from Sakura
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 11 good day trips from Sakura, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Chiba, about 25 min by car, and 6 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Sakura at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 49 km W | 55 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 61 km SW | 1 hr 10 min | Full-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 51 km SW | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 56 km W | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Chiba | 17 km SW | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Aihara | 84 km W | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 91 km W | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| Edogawe | 33 km W | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Honchō | 22 km W | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Suginami | 54 km N | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Hachiōji | 82 km W | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Sakura
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car49 km west of Sakura1 hr 50 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, Adachi, Kawaguchi, Itabashi.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 10 min by car61 km south-west of Sakura2 hr 20 min round trip - 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car51 km south-west of Sakura2 hr round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car56 km west of Sakura2 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car17 km south-west of Sakura50 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Aihara, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car84 km west of Sakura2 hr 40 min round trip - 7
Sagamihara, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car91 km west of Sakura2 hr 50 min round trip - 8
Edogawe, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car33 km west of Sakura1 hr 20 min round trip - 9
Honchō, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car22 km west of Sakura1 hr 10 min round trip - 10
Suginami, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car54 km north of Sakura2 hr round trip - 11
Hachiōji, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car82 km west of Sakura2 hr 30 min round trip
A sample day trip: Sakura to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 49 km from Sakura. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Sakura
- 09:25Arrive in Tokyo (55 min drive)
- 09:40Tokyo Tower
- 11:40Lunch
- 12:55Sensō-ji
- 14:40Meiji Jingu
- 16:10Head back to Sakura
- 17:05Home in Sakura
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Sakura?
- The best day trips from Sakura are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Chiba, about 25 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Sakura?
- Chiba is the closest, 17 km south-west of Sakura, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Sakura?
- 6 places are within about an hour's drive of Sakura: Chiba (25 min), Honchō (35 min), Edogawe (40 min), Tokyo (55 min), Kawasaki (1 hr), Suginami (1 hr).
- What is the biggest city near Sakura for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 49 km west of Sakura and about 55 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Sakura?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Sagamihara at 91 km, around 1 hr 25 min by car.
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