Tokyo's Surroundings 東京近郊
Surroundings of Tokyo are also worth to visit if you have extra days in Tokyo metropolitan area. These areas include Fuchu, Ōme, Kawagoe and Kamakura, ideal destinations for excursions from Tokyo.
Fuchu
Fuchu is a suburban city located in western part of the Tokyo metropolitan area. A 25-minute train ride from Shinjuku on the Keio Line whisks you to the city that was once the seat of the historical Musashi Province. It was also a post town along the Koshu Kaido Highway. Fuchu, with its blend of both the old and new, is a great destination to see and feel how ordinary Japanese people live.
Ōme
Ōme is one of the cities located in western portion of Tokyo metropolis. Located in the Okutama mountains, Ōme is famous for Mt.Mitake and sake brewery Sawanoi.
Kawagoe
Kawagoe is a city located in Saitama prefecture, known as Koedo; Little Edo(old name of Tokyo). Kawagoe is one of top day trips destinations for citizens of Tokyo metropolis.
Kamakura
Kamakura, a city located in Kanagawa prefecture, is the place where first shogunate ruled Japan starting in 12th century. Famous Kotokuin temple and Tsurugaoka hachimangu shrine attracts visitors from all over the world.