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Ultimate 5 Day Tokyo and Day Trips Itinerary

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This 5 Day Tokyo Itinerary is designed to take you through the best of Tokyo's tourist hotspots, off-the-beaten-path local neighborhoods, nostalgic streets of traditional Japan, and even to views of .

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A Day in Enoshima

Beaches, Seafood, and Sunsets

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Our day trip from (東京, Tōkyō) to (江ノ島) takes you through all the major sights of Enoshima, while also recommending you the best eats in the area that are not to be missed.
It starts off by taking the Odakyu Odawara Line from Shinjuku Station, and arriving at Katase-Enoshima Station. Then we'll go through the (新江ノ島水族館, Shin-Enoshima Suizokukan), the (江の島岩屋, Enoshima Iwaya), the (江の島サムエル・コッキング苑, Enoshima Samueru Kokkingu En), and most stunningly, the sunset at (稚児ヶ淵, Chigogafuchi). You'll also get some great seafood at (江ノ島小屋, Enoshima Kōya), and (とびっちょ), with great desserts along the way at (江の島プリン, Enoshima Purin) and Loncafe.
Do note that the sunset in Japan varies between 4pm and 6pm depending on the season, with winter being the earliest and summer being the latest. Tweak the itinerary and the start times based on the sunset timing when you visit.
Sunset view from Chigogafuchi Abyss in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Itinerary Details

Start off from Shinjuku Station

Recommended Time:

08:00

新宿駅

Shinjuku Station

OH

01

小田原線

Odawara Line

JY

17

JR山手線

JR Yamanote Line

JA

11

埼京線

JR Saikyo Line

M

08

丸の内線

Marunouchi Line

JS

20

湘南新宿ライン

JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line

S

01

都営地下鉄新宿線

Toei Shinjuku Line

Take the train over to Enoshima

Est.

08:00

1h 5m
The most convenient way to get to Enoshima is via the Odakyu Odawara Line from Shinjuku Station. With a short transfer at Fujisawa, the journey between the two places can be completed rather effortlessly in about an hour.
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Odawara Line

Between Shinjuku Station and Sagami-Ono Station

Towards Fujisawa Station

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Odakyu

Odakyu Enoshima Line.webp

Enoshima Line

Between Sagami-Ono Station and Fujisawa Station

Towards Fujisawa Station

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Odakyu

Shinjuku Station

to

Fujisawa Station

58 mins
¥649
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Enoshima Line

Towards Katase-Enoshima Station

Odakyu.webp

Odakyu

Fujisawa Station

to

Katase-Enoshima Station

7 mins

Walk over to Enoshima Koya

Est.

09:15

3 mins
3 mins
200m

Katase-Enoshima Station

to

Enoshima Koya

Horo Horo Don at Enoshima Koya in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

09:20

1h 15m

Enoshima Koya (江ノ島小屋)

Dig into some amazing seafood bowls for brunch

Enoshima Koya is the Best Seafood Restaurant in Enoshima to experience some of the fresh local seafood delights and dig into some of the local specialities. It often commands a long queue of Japanese regulars who flock to the restaurant from the morning when it opens. It's well-known amongst locals, but a bit of a hidden gem amongst foreigners, and it's definitely a restaurant not to be missed when you're in the area.
Main tank in Enoshima Aquarium in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

10:35

1.5 hours

Enoshima Aquarium (新江ノ島水族館)

Discover the wonders of Sagami Bay

Enoshima Aquarium is the Best Aquarium in Enoshima and one of the Best Aquariums near Tokyo. It is themed after the nearby and features many well-designed and modern aquarium exhibits. While many of the aquariums in the Tokyo area are rather small, the Enoshima Aquarium features wide sprawling tanks, exhibits, as well as a large stadium for dolphin shows. Enoshima Aquarium also aids in conservation efforts for the nearby Sagami Bay and deep-sea exploration in Japan.

Walk over to Subana-dori

Est.

12:05

6 mins
6 mins
500m

Enoshima Aquarium

to

Enoshima Pudding

Orzo Pudding from Enoshima Pudding in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

12:20

30 mins
Closed on Tue

Enoshima Pudding (江の島プリン)

Take a barley pudding dessert break

Pudding shops might be quite common across Japan, but Enoshima Pudding sets itself apart by making its pudding with Mugi-kogashi (麦こがし), roasted barley flour. Mugi-kogashi is made by roasting barley, and then stone grinding it down into flour, leaving it full of dietary fibre and minerals. This flour is then mixed with egg yolks, cream, milk and other ingredients to create the pudding.
Exterior of Katase-Enoshima Station in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

12:50

45 mins

Subana-dori (すばな通り)

Walk down Subana-dori

Located in between Katase-Enoshima Station on the Odakyu Enoshima Line and the Enoshima Station on the Enoden Tram Line, this shopping street is lined on both sides with a variety of retail and food shops. It’s a great place to get some desserts, or pop into some interesting shops.

Cross over to Enoshima

Est.

13:35

11 mins
Connected to the mainland by Enoshima Benten Bridge, a pedestrian and vehicle bridge, you can enjoy beautiful views of the seas and beaches on both sides. The nearby Katase-Higashihama Beach was the site for sailing events during the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics.
11 mins
750m

Subana-dori

to

Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise-dori

People walking along Benzaiten Nakamise Dori in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

13:55

45 mins

Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise-dori (江の島弁財天仲見世通り)

Walk up Benzaiten Nakamise-dori

This lively street, named after the goddess , is usually jam-packed with people, and a variety of souvenir shops and restaurants on either side. Feel free to pop in and out of whichever shop catches your fancy, whether it be a Japanese jeans shop, handmade chopsticks, accessories, and more.
Torii Gate of Enoshima Shrine in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

14:40

45 mins

Enoshima Shrine (江ノ島神社)

Climb up to the top via Enoshima Shrine

A beautiful located on a hill, as you climb up to the top of Enoshima you will pass through the various levels of this shrine. The patron goddess of the shrine is , the goddess of wealth, and you can wash some money to improve your wealth at the Zeniarai Hakuryuo (銭洗白龍王, lit. Coin Washing White Dragon King).
Ebi Senbei from Asari Senbei in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

15:25

30 mins

Asahi Honten (あさひ本店)

Eat a senbei larger than your face

One of the trademark specialties of Enoshima is the huge , sold by Asahi Honten at the top of Enoshima. They also have a branch along Benzaiten Nakamise-dori, but the queues at their main shop at the top of the hill are usually shorter. Plus you get seats, and a view overlooking the ocean.

Head down towards the coast

Est.

15:55

11 mins
11 mins
700m

Asahi Honten

to

Iwaya Caves

Candles in Iwaya Cave in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

16:15

45 mins

Iwaya Caves (江の島岩屋)

Explore some caves

These caves were carved out by tidal erosion, and were the former site of the original (江ノ島神社, Enoshima-jinja). Consisting of two separate areas, you can explore the first area with a candle in hand, winding through the path and exploring the narrow nooks and crannies like you’re an adventurer. It is said that one of these caves forks off and runs all the way to , while at another of these caves you can find a small shrine with statues of gods and Buddha too, which stands where the original Enoshima Shrine from 552 once stood.
Sunset view from Chigogafuchi Abyss in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

17:00

1 hour

Chigogafuchi Abyss (稚児ヶ淵)

Watch the sunset at Chigogafuchi Abyss

A beautiful area that overlooks the , this rocky outcrop provides one of the best sunset views in the with the sun setting against the backdrop of (on a clear day)

Head back up to the Samuel Cocking Garden

Est.

18:00

11 mins
11 mins
700m

Chigogafuchi Abyss

to

Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden

Flower arch at Samuel Cocking Garden in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

18:20

1 hour

Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden (江の島サムエル・コッキング苑)

Explore the Samuel Cocking Garden and the Sea Candle

Located at the top of Enoshima is Samuel Cocking Garden, which dates all the way back to 1862. The garden features blooming flowers all year round, and you can also view the ruins of the original green house and brick heater from when it was first built. Depending on the time of year, you can see roses, tulips, and also night illuminations, some of which are imported from Canada and other parts of the world.

Head back to Benzaiten Nakamise Dori

Est.

19:20

15 mins
15 mins
1km

Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden

to

Tobiccho

Sakura Ebi Kakiage at Tobiccho in Enoshima, Kanagawa Prefecture

Est.

19:45

1 hour

Tobiccho (とびっちょ)

Grab a mega-sized kakiage for dinner

One of the most popular restaurants along Benzaiten Nakamise-dori is Tobiccho, a local seafood restaurant and reseller. Their specialty will have you hooked on every bite.

Head back to Katase-Enoshima Station

Est.

20:45

12 mins
12 mins
900m

Tobiccho

to

Katase-Enoshima Station

Take the train back to Shinjuku

Est.

21:00

1h 5m
The most convenient way to get to Enoshima is via the Odakyu Odawara Line from Shinjuku Station. With a short transfer at Fujisawa, the journey between the two places can be completed rather effortlessly in about an hour.
Odakyu Enoshima Line.webp

Enoshima Line

Towards Fujisawa Station

Odakyu.webp

Odakyu

Katase-Enoshima Station

to

Fujisawa Station

7 mins
Odakyu Enoshima Line.webp

Enoshima Line

Between Fujisawa Station and Sagami-Ono Station

Towards Shinjuku Station

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Odakyu

Odakyu Odawara Line.webp

Odawara Line

Between Sagami-Ono Station and Shinjuku Station

Towards Shinjuku Station

Odakyu.webp

Odakyu

Fujisawa Station

to

Shinjuku Station

58 mins

End the day at Shinjuku

Est.

22:15

新宿駅

Shinjuku Station

OH

01

小田原線

Odawara Line

JY

17

JR山手線

JR Yamanote Line

JA

11

埼京線

JR Saikyo Line

M

08

丸の内線

Marunouchi Line

JS

20

湘南新宿ライン

JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line

S

01

都営地下鉄新宿線

Toei Shinjuku Line

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