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Hayama

Kanagawa, Japan · Asia

About Hayama

Hayama works well as a base: 10 minutes from Kamakura, 37km from Yabitsu Pass.

Hayama is a town located in Kanagawa, Japan. With a population of 31,665, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Hayama 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 Hayama to your route.

About Hayama

Hayama (葉山町, Hayama-machi) is a town located in Kanagawa Prefecture, on central Honshū, Japan. As of 1 April 2021, the town had an estimated population of 32,961 and a population density of 1900 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 17.06 square kilometres (6.59 sq mi). Since 1894, the Japanese Imperial

Read more Family has maintained a residence in Hayama, the seaside Hayama Imperial Villa.

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Hayama 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 Hayama located?

Hayama is located in Kanagawa, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.2765 latitude, 139.5773 longitude.

What is the population of Hayama?

Hayama has a population of approximately 31,665 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
31,665
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Kanagawa
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.2765, 139.5773

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 Hayama

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Great Buddha of Kamakura

A monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha standing over 13 meters tall, one of Japan's most iconic images.

6 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

Pacific Drive-In Enoshima

A beachfront cafe on the Shonan coast road near Enoshima popular with Japanese car and motorcycle enthusiasts cruising the Pacific Coast route from Tokyo.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise

Coastal entertainment island near Tokyo combining a major aquarium with an amusement park and waterfront shopping.

9 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

Daikoku Parking Area

Legendary Yokohama expressway rest stop beneath the Bayshore Route ramps, the world's most famous JDM car-meet spot. On weekend nights it fills with supercars, drift builds and kaido racers.

22 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Ebina Service Area

One of Japan's busiest and most famous highway rest stops on the Tomei Expressway, known for its exceptional food offerings and shopping that rival a department store.

25 km · about 30 min drive

museum

Nissan Heritage Collection

Nissan's vast factory archive of over 400 historic vehicles including the legendary Skyline GT-R lineage.

29 km · about 35 min drive

tunnel

Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line

A 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.

34 km · about 40 min drive

mountain pass

Yabitsu Pass

A tight, tree-walled climb over the Tanzawa mountains west of Tokyo, long a favourite of motorcyclists and cyclists for its relentless switchbacks. The narrow western descent to Lake Miyagase is single-track in places.

37 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Hayama

  • 34 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.
  • 37 kmYabitsu PassA tight, tree-walled climb over the Tanzawa mountains west of Tokyo, long a favourite of motorcyclists and cyclists for its relentless switchbacks. The narrow western descent to Lake Miyagase is single-track in places.
  • 49 kmMount Taikan ViewpointThe summit lay-by on the Hakone Turnpike, looking across Lake Ashi to Mount Fuji from 1,011 m. A long-standing gathering point for drivers on one of Japan's best-known toll driving roads.
  • 51 kmHakone Mount Fuji ViewpointThe Hakone region offers some of the best vantage points for viewing Mount Fuji, especially from the Owakudani volcanic valley.
  • 75 kmChureito PagodaA five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
  • 77 kmMount Fuji Fifth StationThe main starting point for summit climbs on Japan's highest and most sacred peak, accessible by bus at 2,300 meters elevation.

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