Day Trips from Tokyo

Escape the city to Mount Fuji and the hot springs of Hakone, the lavish shrines and waterfalls of Nikko, or the great bronze Buddha and temples of coastal Kamakura. Most day trips from Tokyo include transport, often by bullet train, and a guide.

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Day Trips in Tokyo — FAQ

What are the best day trips from Tokyo?
Top day trips are Mt Fuji and Hakone, the UNESCO shrines of Nikko, and the seaside temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, all reachable by train.
Can you visit Mt Fuji as a day trip from Tokyo?
Yes — Mt Fuji with Hakone is the most popular day trip, about 2–2.5 hours away, often combining a Lake Ashi cruise and the ropeway with a bullet-train return.
How far is Nikko from Tokyo?
Nikko is about 2 hours north of Tokyo by train, making its ornate Toshogu Shrine and waterfalls a rewarding full-day trip.