The 14 Best Day Trips from Urayasu

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

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There are 14 good day trips from Urayasu, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Tokyo, about 30 min by car, and 11 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 14 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Urayasu

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    Tokyo, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car19 km west of Urayasu

    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

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car34 km south-west of Urayasu
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car23 km south-west of Urayasu

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car35 km north-west of Urayasu

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car21 km east of Urayasu

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Aihara, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car53 km west of Urayasu
  7. 7

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car60 km west of Urayasu
  8. 8

    Kawaguchi, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car24 km north-west of Urayasu
  9. 9

    Suginami, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car70 km north-east of Urayasu
  10. 10

    Itabashi, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car20 km north-west of Urayasu
  11. 11

    Hachiōji, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car52 km west of Urayasu
  12. 12

    Utsunomiya, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car101 km north of Urayasu
  13. 13

    Fujisawa, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car52 km south-west of Urayasu
  14. 14

    Kashiwa, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car24 km north of Urayasu

A sample day: Urayasu to Tokyo

  1. 08:30Leave Urayasu
  2. 09:00Arrive in Tokyo (30 min drive)
  3. 09:15Tokyo Tower
  4. 11:15Lunch
  5. 12:30Sensō-ji
  6. 14:15Meiji Jingu
  7. 15:45Head back to Urayasu
  8. 16:15Home in Urayasu

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Urayasu?
The best day trips from Urayasu are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Tokyo, about 30 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Urayasu?
Tokyo is the closest, 19 km west of Urayasu, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Urayasu?
11 places are within about an hour's drive of Urayasu: Tokyo (30 min), Itabashi (30 min), Chiba (30 min), Kawasaki (35 min), Kawaguchi (35 min), Kashiwa (35 min).
How far is too far for a day trip from Urayasu?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Utsunomiya at 101 km, around 1 hr 35 min by car.

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