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Bandō

Ibaraki, Japan · Asia

About Bandō

Bandō is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Iwai, 40km from Sensō-ji.

Bandō is a town located in Ibaraki, Japan. With a population of 57,128, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Bandō sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bandō to your route.

About Bandō

Bandō (坂東市, Bandō-shi) is a city located in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2020, the city had an estimated population of 51,577 in 18,441 households and a population density of 419 persons per km2. The percentage of the population aged over 65 was 30.7%. The total area of the city is 123.03 square

Read more kilometres (47.50 sq mi).

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Bandō offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Bandō located?

Bandō is located in Ibaraki, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.0700 latitude, 139.8671 longitude.

What is the population of Bandō?

Bandō has a population of approximately 57,128 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
57,128
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Ibaraki
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
36.0700, 139.8671

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Bandō

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Tsukuba Circuit

Compact 2.045 km Ibaraki track that became the world benchmark for time attack, hosting legendary Hot Version and Best Motoring battles. A sub-minute lap here is the holy grail of tuner culture.

10 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Sensō-ji

Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.

40 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Skytree

Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.

40 km · about 45 min drive

museum

Tokyo National Museum

Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.

40 km · about 45 min drive

cafe

Kayaba Coffee

A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.

40 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Akihabara Electric Town

Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.

42 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Imperial Palace

The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Shinjuku

Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.

44 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Bandō

  • 67 kmTokyo Bay Aqua-LineA 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.
  • 80 kmIrohazaka Winding RoadTwin one-way mountain roads with 48 hairpin bends linking Nikko to Lake Chuzenji, each curve named after a character of the old Japanese alphabet. Spectacular in autumn and legendary among touge drivers.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Bandō.

Iwai

🇯🇵 Japan

4 km awayPop. 42,497

Sakai

🇯🇵 Japan

7 km awayPop. 24,201

Jōsō

🇯🇵 Japan

9 km awayPop. 60,834

Ishige

🇯🇵 Japan

10 km awayPop. 24,948

Fuyugi

🇯🇵 Japan

11 km awayPop. 8,093

Mitsukaidō

🇯🇵 Japan

12 km awayPop. 41,147

Satte

🇯🇵 Japan

13 km awayPop. 55,286

Yachiyo

🇯🇵 Japan

13 km awayPop. 21,026

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