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Tokyo to Kyoto · 5 days scenic
A scenic coastal and mountain drive from Tokyo to Kyoto, combining historic sites, onsen towns, and stunning Pacific views over 5 relaxed days.
5days
15stops
637km
Day 1: Kamakura Great Buddha → Kotoku-in Temple → Kamakura Beach
20min · 2.6km3 stops
Kamakura Great Buddha
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 0.1km
Kotoku-in Temple
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 2.5km
Kamakura Beach
15:00 – 17:00
Day 2: Lake Ashi → Hakone Owakudani → Hakone Onsen Town
55min · 65km3 stops
Lake Ashi
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 3.8km
Hakone Owakudani
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 6.4km
Hakone Onsen Town
15:00 – 17:00
Day 3: Matsumoto Castle → Nakabashi Bridge → Takayama Morning Market
2h 54min · 259km3 stops
Matsumoto Castle
09:00 – 11:00
49min · 77km
Nakabashi Bridge
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 0.4km
Takayama Morning Market
15:00 – 17:00
Day 4: Nara Park → Todai-ji Temple → Kasuga Taisha
2h 57min · 251km3 stops
Nara Park
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 0.3km
Todai-ji Temple
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 1.4km
Kasuga Taisha
15:00 – 17:00
Day 5: Fushimi Inari Taisha → Arashiyama Bamboo Grove → Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion
44min · 59km3 stops
Fushimi Inari Taisha
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 13km
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 6.7km
Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion
15:00 – 17:00
Heads Up
- 1. Check toll road and highway conditions before departure, as mountain sections can be narrow in places.
- 2. Respect temple etiquette, including removing shoes and no photography in restricted areas.
- 3. Summer temperatures can be hot and humid — bring water and sun protection.
- 4. Book accommodation in popular onsen towns and Kyoto well in advance during peak travel seasons.