Day trips from Tokyo
Day trips from Tokyo open up the towns and sights around it. The most comfortable months are April–May and October–November, with highs around 69°F (20°C) and about 11 rainy days a month.
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Top day trips in Tokyo
1-Day Tokyo Bus TourFrom $126View 
Mount Fuji Full Day Sightseeing Tour from TokyoFrom $54View 
Tokyo Private Day Trip - Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Tokyo!From $97View 
Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed GuideFrom $107View 
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Sightseeing Full Day TripFrom $52View 
Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local GuideFrom $107View
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Places to go from Tokyo
Towns and sights within day-trip range, with the straight-line distance from the centre:
- Hakone
- Hot springs, Lake Ashi and views of Mount Fuji. About 51 miles away.
- Kamakura
- A seaside town with a giant bronze Buddha and Zen temples. About 27 miles away.
- Ashikaga
- Known for its flower park and wisteria in late April and May. About 47 miles away.
- Hachioji
- Gateway to Mount Takao, a popular day hike. About 21 miles away.
How to pick a good day trip
- Work out the real travel time each way. A two-hour drive each direction leaves about four hours on the ground.
- Trains are often cheaper than a tour if you only want one town; tours earn their price when they combine several stops.
- Leave early. Popular towns are quietest before the tour coaches arrive mid-morning.
- Check what's closed on Mondays. Museums and churches in many towns take that day off.
Tokyo month by month
Averages for Kitanomaru Park, Chiyoda, Tokyo, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 50 (10) | 52 (11) | 58 (14) | 67 (19) | 74 (24) | 79 (26) | 86 (30) | 88 (31) | 82 (28) | 72 (22) | 62 (17) | 54 (12) |
| Low °F (°C) | 34 (1) | 36 (2) | 41 (5) | 50 (10) | 58 (15) | 65 (19) | 72 (22) | 74 (24) | 69 (20) | 59 (15) | 48 (9) | 39 (4) |
| Rainy days | 5 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:51 pm | 5:22 pm | 5:48 pm | 6:14 pm | 6:39 pm | 6:59 pm | 6:58 pm | 6:31 pm | 5:49 pm | 5:06 pm | 4:35 pm | 4:29 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for day trips in Tokyo?
April–May and October–November. Expect highs around 69°F (20°C) and about 11 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and February.
What's the closest day trip from Tokyo?
Hachioji, about 21 miles away: gateway to Mount Takao, a popular day hike. Kamakura, about 27 miles away: a seaside town with a giant bronze Buddha and Zen temples. Ashikaga, about 47 miles away: known for its flower park and wisteria in late April and May.
Where can I book day trips in Tokyo?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
