Cities Near Arashiyama
Cities near Arashiyama, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Kameoka, Yawata, Ōtsu. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Arashiyama, Japan is Kameoka, about 5 mi (9 km) away — roughly 18 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kameoka | 5 mi / 9 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yawata | 10 mi / 16 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ōtsu | 11 mi / 17 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ibaraki | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Moriyama | 18 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ikeda | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Daitōchō | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nara | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ōmihachiman | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nishinomiya | 27 mi / 44 km | 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Arashiyama
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Kameoka, Yawata, Ōtsu, Ibaraki, Moriyama. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Arashiyama include Kameoka, Yawata, Ōtsu, Ibaraki, Moriyama. The closest is Kameoka, about 5 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.