The 9 Best Day Trips from Tsukuba

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

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There are 9 good day trips from Tsukuba, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Suginami, about 30 min by car, and 5 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 9 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Tsukuba

  1. 1

    Tokyo, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car58 km south-west of Tsukuba

    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 20 min by car84 km south-west of Tsukuba
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car72 km south-west of Tsukuba

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car46 km south-west of Tsukuba

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km south of Tsukuba

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car98 km south-west of Tsukuba
  7. 7

    Adachi, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car45 km south-west of Tsukuba
  8. 8

    Honchō, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car44 km south of Tsukuba
  9. 9

    Suginami, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car20 km north-east of Tsukuba

A sample day: Tsukuba to Tokyo

  1. 08:30Leave Tsukuba
  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 Tsukuba
  8. 17:25Home in Tsukuba

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Tsukuba?
The best day trips from Tsukuba are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Suginami, about 30 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Tsukuba?
Suginami is the closest, 20 km north-east of Tsukuba, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Tsukuba?
5 places are within about an hour's drive of Tsukuba: Suginami (30 min), Honchō (50 min), Adachi (50 min), Saitama (55 min), Chiba (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Tsukuba for a day out?
Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 58 km south-west of Tsukuba 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 Tsukuba?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Sagamihara at 98 km, around 1 hr 30 min by car.

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