The 12 Best Day Trips from Sayama
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 Sayama, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Saitama, about 35 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 Sayama at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 31 km SE | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Yokohama | 51 km SE | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Kawasaki | 46 km SE | 55 min | Half-day trip |
| Saitama | 23 km E | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Chiba | 70 km SE | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
| Aihara | 29 km S | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Sagamihara | 35 km SW | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Adachi | 37 km E | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Shizuoka | 134 km SW | 2 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Honchō | 54 km E | 1 hr | Half-day trip |
| Kawaguchi | 27 km E | 40 min | Half-day trip |
| Suginami | 87 km NE | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Sayama
- 1
Tokyo, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car31 km south-east of Sayama1 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, Itabashi.
- 2
Yokohama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car51 km south-east of Sayama2 hr round tripAlso nearby: Edogawe.
- 3
Kawasaki, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car46 km south-east of Sayama1 hr 50 min round tripKnown for スカイガーデン.
- 4
Saitama, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car23 km east of Sayama1 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 這是家.
- 5
Chiba, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car70 km south-east of Sayama2 hr 40 min round tripKnown for カンドゥー.
- 6
Aihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car29 km south of Sayama1 hr 30 min round trip - 7
Sagamihara, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car35 km south-west of Sayama1 hr 20 min round trip - 8
Adachi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car37 km east of Sayama1 hr 30 min round trip - 9
Shizuoka, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 2 hr 5 min by car134 km south-west of Sayama4 hr 10 min round trip - 10
Honchō, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 1 hr by car54 km east of Sayama2 hr round trip - 11
Kawaguchi, Japan
Half-day tripAbout 40 min by car27 km east of Sayama1 hr 20 min round trip - 12
Suginami, Japan
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car87 km north-east of Sayama2 hr 40 min round trip
A sample day trip: Sayama to Tokyo
A realistic pace for Tokyo, 31 km from Sayama. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Sayama
- 09:05Arrive in Tokyo (35 min drive)
- 09:20Tokyo Tower
- 11:20Lunch
- 12:35Sensō-ji
- 14:20Meiji Jingu
- 15:50Head back to Sayama
- 16:25Home in Sayama
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Sayama?
- The best day trips from Sayama are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Saitama, about 35 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Sayama?
- Saitama is the closest, 23 km east of Sayama, roughly 35 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Sayama?
- 9 places are within about an hour's drive of Sayama: Saitama (35 min), Kawaguchi (40 min), Aihara (45 min), Tokyo (35 min), Sagamihara (40 min), Adachi (45 min).
- What is the biggest city near Sayama for a day out?
- Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 31 km south-east of Sayama 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 Sayama?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Shizuoka at 134 km, around 2 hr 5 min by car.
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