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Resort Glamping.com
Nationwide (Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Koshinetsu, Kansai, Tokai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa)
September 7, 2026
Within a 1 to 2.5-hour drive from central Tokyo, you'll find areas like Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone and Yugawara Onsen, the Chiba coast, and Karuizawa Highlands. If you're planning your first trip near Tokyo, a 1-night, 2-day trip to Lake Kawaguchi is highly recommended. It's easily accessible, offers stunning views of Mount Fuji, and you can even stay in luxurious accommodations with open-air baths. This article compiles information on travel near Tokyo, so please use it as a reference for your trip planning.
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©Chiba Prefectural Tourism & Local Products Association
| Prefecture (area) | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Yamanashi Prefecture (Kawaguchiko, Yamanakako, Fujiyoshida) | Mt. Fuji |
| Kanagawa Prefecture (Hakone, Yugawara, Kamakura) | Hot springs and ocean views |
| Shizuoka Prefecture (Izu Peninsula) | Hot spring resort and coastline |
| Saitama Prefecture (Kawagoe, Chichibu) | Old townscape and a lush, natural stream |
| Chiba Prefecture (Ichinomiya, Futtsu, Minamiboso) | Seaside resort |
| Nagano Prefecture (Karuizawa) | Highland summer resort |
| Tokyo metropolitan area and surrounding areas (Mount Takao) | You can enjoy mountain climbing even within Tokyo. |
© Ito City Tourism Division
| Area | Travel time from Tokyo | Characteristics | Recommended dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Takao | Approx. 1 hour | Mountain climbing, cable car, Mount Fuji | Day trip |
| Kawagoe | Approx.30 minutes | The townscape of Koedo, traditional storehouses, and kimono experiences. | Day trip |
| Chichibu | Approx. 1.5 hour | Clear stream camping, moss phlox at Hitsujiyama Park | Day trip / 1 night, 2 days |
| Yugawara | Approx. 1.5 hour | A historic hot spring resort | 1 night 2 days |
| Lake Kawaguchi/Lake Yamanaka | Approx. 1.5 to 2 hours | Views of Mt. Fuji, lake activities, hot springs | 1 night 2 days |
| Hakone | Approx. 1.5 hour | Hot springs, art museums, Lake Ashi | 1 night 2 days |
| Izu Peninsula | Approx. 2 hour | Coastline, hot springs, and the townscape of Shuzenji | 1 night 2 days |
| Karuizawa | Approximately 1 to 1.5 hours (by Shinkansen bullet train) | Highland climate, summer resort, outlet mall | 1 night 2 days |
| Chiba coast | Approx. 1 to 1.5 hours | Ocean view villas, surfing culture | 1 night 2 days |
This private villa is surrounded by the rich nature of Chichibu. Each villa is equipped with a semi-open-air bath and a private sauna, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. You can also enjoy complimentary drinks such as sake, wine, whiskey, and beer. For dinner, we offer shabu-shabu and BBQ plans featuring Saitama-produced Wagyu beef. You can also savor Chichibu's unique flavors, such as salt-grilled rainbow trout, miso-marinated pork, and sukiyaki made with Chichibu miso.
This glamping resort is located in one of Japan's leading surf towns. The observation area at the top of the facility features a large heart-shaped pool, as well as a large shared pool. The pools, which create an extraordinary resort atmosphere, are available for use by all guests. In addition, a variety of coffees and ice creams are available free of charge. For meals, the menu includes Chiba Prefecture beef sirloin steak, Chiba Prefecture beef lean steak, and Kurobuta pork tomahawk steak seasoned with herbs and spices.
This is a completely private accommodation where you can enjoy the beautiful ocean view of Shonan. You can also use an authentic Finnish-style private sauna with the warmth of wood. A cold plunge pool is installed on the private terrace, where you can enjoy the fresh air while feeling the sea breeze. You can enjoy dinner in your private space, featuring Ashigara beef loin hamburger, Tasmanian salmon, and Black Angus beef skirt steak.
If you're a family looking for places to go with kids in Tokyo, you'll actually find many more kid-friendly spots in the suburbs than in central Tokyo. Check out the following areas for inspiration.
For accommodations, it's recommended to choose a luxurious hotel with family-friendly rooms, free child rates, and private pools. Compared to the large communal baths at typical hot spring inns, a private, detached villa is more convenient for families with children, and you won't have to worry as much about your children's voices disturbing other guests at night.
Many tourist attractions near Tokyo are accessible by train or bus, but a car is more convenient for visiting glamping facilities and other locations outside the city center. Travelers with Taiwanese or Hong Kong driver's licenses who wish to rent a car in Japan will need to prepare a Japanese translation of their license in advance (Taiwanese licenses require a Japanese translation), and Hong Kong licenses require an International Driving Permit (ICD).
Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Yamanaka are popular viewpoints for Mount Fuji. On clear days, you can enjoy views of Mount Fuji from the lakeshore, and some accommodations, such as Hotel ASAFUJI, offer direct views of Mount Fuji from the guest rooms.
Yes. Many rooms are equipped with air conditioning and heating, so you can stay comfortably even in winter. Some facilities also offer winter-only activities such as playing in the snow or skiing.
Prices vary depending on the accommodation, but a rough estimate for luxury accommodations near Tokyo is around 15,000 to 40,000 yen per person per night. Many packages include a BBQ dinner and breakfast, but transportation costs are not included.
Many accommodations offer meal plans, and the BBQ ingredients and cooking equipment for dinner are included in the accommodation fee. Therefore, you can generally stay without having to prepare your own food or BBQ supplies.
Luxury accommodations near Tokyo offer breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, open-air baths, and private BBQs—features rarely found in hotels in central Tokyo. Whether you're looking to try a road trip near Tokyo for the first time or searching for a unique, photogenic accommodation, the key is to choose a destination that suits your purpose. We recommend starting your trip from Kawaguchiko or Hakone, which are easily accessible and offer a wide variety of accommodation options.
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