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15 Things to Do Near Tokyo, Japan – Visiting Yamanashi, Shizuoka & Kanagawa Prefectures

Some of my favorite adventures I had during my 12-day trip to Japan were the ones I had just outside of Tokyo in the Yamanashi, Shizuoka, and Kanagawa Prefectures, and I want to share them with you in this guide to things you can do near Tokyo, Japan!

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-Yamanashi Prefectural Maglev Exhibition Center – Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture

This is the only facility in Japan where you can get an up-close look at the Maglev, a high-speed train that travels at speeds up to 500 kilometers per hour!

-Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park – Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture

This amusement park is known around the world for its fast and steep roller coasters, which are a blast to ride! It’s a fun outing for the whole family!

-La Vista Fuji Hotel & Spa – Yamanashi Prefecture

This stunning hotel, spa, and onsen boasts some of the most spectacular views of Mount Fuji in Japan, as well as a great breakfast buffet and mind-blowing late-night ramen!

-Ide Sake Brewery – Fuji Five Lakes Region, Yamanashi Prefecture

The pure, fruity sake at this incredible brewery is bolstered by the Mount Fuji spring water used in their sake production. Take part in a tour and a tasting to gain a deeper appreciation of sake brewing!

-Houtou Fudou – Fuji Five Lakes Region, Yamanashi Prefecture

This charming Samurai hot pot restaurant uses only high-quality ingredients, which can be tasted in every bite of their Houtou noodles. The serving sizes are very generous!

-Izunokuni Panorama Park – Mount Katsugari, Shizuoka Prefecture

After riding a gondola to the top of Mount Katsugari, take in the beautiful Sky Garden and stunning views of the surrounding countryside before stopping by the Katsuragi Hitokotonushi Buddhist shrine and the 100 statuettes of Jizo!

-Arai Ryokan – Izu-Hakone Area, Shizuoka Prefecture

For true Japanese hospitality, stay at the Arai Ryokan Inn, which boasts extensive art collections, gorgeous traditional architecture, and a wide array of succulent seafood options!

-Shuzenji Onsen – Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka Prefecture

After checking out this hot spring town’s Hakoyu public bath, take a walk through its peaceful bamboo forest and try the town’s many wasabi products!

-Atami – Shizuoka Prefecture

Atami’s magnificent cherry blossom trees bloom during the cheaper months of late January to mid-February, making them the most cost-effective cherry blossoms in the country!

-Owakundani Valley – Kanagawa Prefecture

At the volcanic Owakundani Valley, steam and hot gases issue from vents in the ground and pools of sulfuric water boil in the open air. Try an egg cooked in these pools; the shells turn black and are said will add 7 years to your life!

-Hakone Open-Air Museum – Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture

This fantastic open-air museum is home to over a thousand works of art by artists including Pablo Picasso. Check out their five exhibition halls, children’s areas, and more!

-Hakone Kowakidani Onsen Mizunooto – Kanagawa Prefecture

This unique onsen offers half-Japanese lodgings and half-Western amenities, including a bed instead of a futon or inflatable mattress. Don’t miss out on their heavenly Japanese barbecue dinner!

-Odawara Castle – Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture

Take a tour of this prominent historic Japanese castle to see its ancient armor, swords, maps, and old documents. Finish up by renting some Samurai-style armor and taking some fun photos in front of this gorgeous landmark!

-Odawara Oden – Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture

For the delicious traditional winter food called oden, which typically includes boiled eggs, daikon, and fish cakes, visit Odawara Oden. Finish off your meal with some delicious sake!

-Bullet Train Ride to Tokyo – Kanagawa Prefecture

No Japanese vacation is complete without riding a bullet train, which makes cities hundreds of miles apart only a few hours away from one another. Take a 40-minute trip from Odawara to Tokyo for the train ride of a lifetime!

And there you have it! Those are the fifteen things you should do near Tokyo!

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15 Things to Do Near Tokyo, Japan – Visiting Yamanashi, Shizuoka & Kanagawa Prefectures

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