Cities Near Kashiwazaki
Cities near Kashiwazaki, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Nagaoka, Jōetsu, Sanjō. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Kashiwazaki, Japan is Nagaoka, about 17 mi (28 km) away — roughly 34 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagaoka | 17 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jōetsu | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sanjō | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Niitsu-honchō | 43 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Niigata | 44 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Suzaka | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shibata | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ueda | 68 mi / 110 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Maebashi | 73 mi / 117 km | 1 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Imaichi | 77 mi / 124 km | 1 hr 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Kashiwazaki
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Nagaoka, Jōetsu, Sanjō, Niitsu-honchō, Niigata. 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 Kashiwazaki include Nagaoka, Jōetsu, Sanjō, Niitsu-honchō, Niigata. The closest is Nagaoka, about 17 miles (28 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.