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Things to see in Kawasaki, Kanagawa (Japan): 42 places and when to go
Kawasaki, Kanagawa is a major city in Japan with around 1,437,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 42 places in and around it, mainly Temples (11), Museums and art (10), Hot springs (8). The best known are Tokyo Bay, Sōji-ji and Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum. The best time to come is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 37. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 35.53, 139.705
- Population
- About 1,437,000
- Places
- 42 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (11) · Museums and art (10) · Hot springs (8) · With kids (5) · History (3) · Wildlife (3)
- Best time
- February to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to January and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- HND Tokyo, 7.8 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kawasaki, Kanagawa
The places in and around Kawasaki, Kanagawa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Tokyo BayBay in Japan14 km
- Sōji-jiBuddhist temple in Yokohama, Japan4.0 km
- Shin-Yokohama Ramen MuseumAmusement park8.5 km
- Ikegami Honmon-jiBuddhist temple in Tokyo, Japan5.4 km
- Kawasaki DaishiBuddhist temple in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan2.3 km
- Nihon Minka-enPark in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan16 km
- Yokohama MosqueMosque in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan9.5 km
- Gotoh MuseumArt museum in Kaminoge Setagaya Tokyo Japan11 km
- Yokohama History MuseumMuseum in Yokohama, Japan12 km
- Kamata MosqueMosque in Ōta, Tokyo, Japan4.0 km
- Fujiko F. Fujio MuseumJapanese museum15 km
- Taro Okamoto Museum of ArtMuseum in Japan16 km
- Country Farm Tokyo German VillageWith kids35 km
- Kururi CastleBuilding in Kimitsu, Chiba Prefecture, Japan44 km
- Suzugamori execution groundsHistoric site in Edo, Japan7.4 km
- Tsurumi Tsubasa BridgeBridge in Japan6.5 km
- Shinagawa AquariumAquarium in Tokyo, Japan7.2 km
- Kōzō-jiBuddhist temple in Chiba Prefecture, Japan34 km
- Kasamori-jiBuddhist temple in Chiba Prefecture, Japan47 km
- Kawasaki Peace MuseumMuseum in Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan6.0 km
- Enmyō-inBuddhist temple in Chiba Prefecture, Japan38 km
- Ichihara Elephant KingdomZoo in Ichihara city, Chiba prefecture, Japan47 km
- Ichihara Lakeside MuseumMuseum in Ichihara, Chiba, Japan46 km
- Kimisarazu TowerTower27 km
And the other 18, by what you come to do:
- History: Sanya Shell Mound
- Temples: Hakusan Shrine, Myōshōji Temple, Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine
- Museums and art: Kisarazu Hometown Museum Kin-no-Suzu, Sodegaura City Local Museum
- Hot springs: Kamata Onsen, Masanoyu, 都湯 (Miyako-yu), Myoujin-Yu, Nu-Land Sagamiyu, Sakura-kan, SUPER HOTEL JR Kamata Station West, Tennen Onsen Heiwajima
- Hiking: KFT - C11 - Mori to Mori wo tunagu michi, KFT - C12 - Kannon sama no michi
- With kids: KURKKU FIELDS, yumemigasaki Zoological park
When to go to Kawasaki, Kanagawa
The best time to visit Kawasaki, Kanagawa is February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:51
- FebBest time10:42
- MarBest time11:44
- AprBest time12:54
- MayBest time13:52
- JunPossible14:23
- JulPossible14:11
- AugPossible13:21
- SepPossible12:13
- OctBest time11:05
- NovBest time10:05
- DecPossible9:37
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 37. In April, 42 of the 42 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kawasaki, Kanagawa
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND, Tokyo), 7.8 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Yokohama130 places14 km
- Tokyo287 places18 km
- Hachiōji155 places37 km
- Kawagoe, Saitama45 places47 km
- Shizuoka44 places86 km
- Kōfu88 places102 km
And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kawasaki, Kanagawa?
The best known: Tokyo Bay, Sōji-ji, Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum, Ikegami Honmon-ji, Kawasaki Daishi. In all, 42 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kawasaki, Kanagawa?
February to May and October to November; also possible: December to January and June to September. In June there are 14 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 37.
How do you get to Kawasaki, Kanagawa?
The nearest main airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 7.8 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kawasaki, Kanagawa as the destination and these 42 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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