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Day Trips from Shinjuku

Day Trips from Shinjuku

Shinjuku is the perfect base for exploring Tokyo and beyond.

11
Destinations
30m
Shortest Trip
6
Categories
¥490
Starting Cost

Day Trip Categories

Nature & Hiking (4)History & Culture (3)Hot Springs (2)City & Harbor (2)Theme Parks (1)Beach & Island (1)

Hakone

Hot Springs & Nature
85 min (Odakyu Romancecar)

Classic day trip from Shinjuku. Hot springs, open-air museum, Hakone Shrine, and pirate ships on Lake Ashi. Spectacular Mount Fuji views on clear days.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Hot springs (onsen)Hakone Open-Air MuseumHakone ShrinePirate ships on Lake Ashi
¥2,330 (Romancecar) + ¥6,100 (Hakone Freepass)Full dayYear-round (autumn colors in Nov)

Mount Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes

Nature & Iconic Views
120 min (JR + Fujikyu)

Get up close to Mount Fuji. Lake Kawaguchiko offers stunning reflections, the Chureito Pagoda is iconic, and the Fuji-Q Highland amusement park is nearby.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Chureito Pagoda (iconic photo spot)Lake Kawaguchiko reflectionsFuji-Q HighlandMount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
¥2,500 (train) or ¥2,000 (bus)Full dayAutumn (Oct-Nov) or winter (clear skies)

Kamakura

History & Culture
60 min (Shonan-Shinjuku Line)

Ancient capital of Japan (1185-1333). Great Buddha, temples, shrines, and a relaxed seaside atmosphere. Combine with Enoshima for a beach day.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Great Buddha (Kotoku-in)Tsurugaoka Hachimangu ShrineHasedera TempleKomachi-dori shopping street
¥940 (train)Full dayYear-round (spring for flowers)

Nikko

History & Nature
120 min (Tobu Line)

UNESCO World Heritage site with elaborate shrines and natural beauty. Toshogu Shrine is one of Japan's most spectacular. Kegon Falls is one of the highest.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Toshogu Shrine (UNESCO)Shinkyo BridgeKegon FallsIrohazaka winding road
¥2,800 (Nikko Pass)Full dayAutumn (Oct-Nov) for foliage

Kawagoe (Little Edo)

History & Culture
30 min (JR Kawagoe Line)

Charming town preserving Edo-period atmosphere. Traditional warehouse buildings, the famous Bell Tower, and sweet potato snacks.

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Kurazukuri Street (Edo buildings)Toki no Kane (Bell Tower)Kashiya Yokocho (Candy Alley)Hikawa Shrine
¥490 (train)Half dayYear-round

Yokohama

City & Harbor
30 min (JR Tokaido)

Japan's second city. Cosmopolitan, relaxed harbor atmosphere. Minato Mirai waterfront, Chinatown, and the Cup Noodles Museum.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Yokohama ChinatownCup Noodles MuseumRamen MuseumMinato Mirai waterfront
¥580 (train)Half dayYear-round

Enoshima

Beach & Island
90 min (Odakyu + Enoden)

Small island connected by bridge. Botanical garden, observation tower, caves, and the Enoshima Aquarium. Popular summer beach destination.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Enoshima ShrineSea Candle towerIwaya CavesEnoshima Aquarium
¥630 (Odakyu)Full daySummer (Jul-Aug) for beach

Tokyo Disney Resort

Theme Park
45 min (Shinjuku Line)

One of the world's most popular theme parks. Tokyo Disneyland is classic Disney. Tokyo DisneySea is unique to Japan and considered the best Disney park.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Tokyo DisneylandTokyo DisneySeaJourney to the Center of the EarthPooh's Hunny Hunt
¥7,900 (park ticket) + ¥400 (train)Full dayYear-round (check seasonal events)

Mount Takao

Nature & Hiking
50 min (Keio Line)

Mountain 50 min from Shinjuku. Cable car, monkey park, temple, and hiking trails. Popular autumn spot. Summit view of Mount Fuji on clear days.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Cable carMonkey parkYakuoin TempleHiking trails
¥390 (Keio)Half dayAutumn (Nov) or spring

Okutama

Nature & Wilderness
120 min (JR Chuo + Ome)

Remote mountainous area at western edge of Tokyo. Crystal-clear rivers, hiking, and Nippara Limestone Caves. Feels like a different world.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Crystal-clear riversHiking trailsNippara Limestone CavesCamping
¥1,140 (train)Full daySummer for river swimming

Atami

Hot Springs & Seaside
50 min (Tokaido Shinkansen)

Historic hot spring town on the coast. Relaxed, retro atmosphere. Beautiful plum garden and excellent seafood. MOA Museum of Art is a hidden gem.

Mount Fuji from Tokyo
Hot springsMOA Museum of ArtPlum gardenSeafood
¥3,670 (Shinkansen)Full dayFebruary for plum blossoms
Mount Fuji from Tokyo

Day Trip Planning Tips

  • Get a rail pass if doing multiple trips (Tokyo Wide Pass, Hakone Freepass, Fuji Hakone Pass)
  • Check weather — many trips depend on clear skies for best views
  • Leave early — most trips are best started by 8:00 AM from Shinjuku
  • Pack light — day trips are more enjoyable with a small backpack
  • Download offline maps — many destinations have limited English signage
  • Bring cash — rural areas may not accept credit cards
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