Cities Near Fuji
Cities near Fuji, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Fujinomiya, Numazu, Gotenba. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Fuji, Japan is Fujinomiya, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujinomiya | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Numazu | 11 mi / 18 km | 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gotenba | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shizuoka | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Itō | 27 mi / 43 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Odawara | 28 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yaizu | 29 mi / 47 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hadano | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kōfu | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shimada | 37 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Fuji
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Fujinomiya, Numazu, Gotenba, Shizuoka, Itō. 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 Fuji include Fujinomiya, Numazu, Gotenba, Shizuoka, Itō. The closest is Fujinomiya, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.