Kanagawa, Japan · Asia
Kawara works well as a base: 15 minutes from Minawa, 7km from Yabitsu Pass.
Kawara is a town located in Kanagawa, Japan. With a population of 3,038, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kawara 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 Kawara to your route.
Kiyokawa (清川村, Kiyokawa-mura) is a village located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2023, the village had an estimated population of 2,912 and a population density of 40,8 persons per km2. The total area of the village is 71.29 square kilometres (27.53 sq mi).
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Kawara is located in Kanagawa, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.4736 latitude, 139.2728 longitude.
Kawara has a population of approximately 3,038 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
Full driving guide for Japan8 notable places within an hour's drive.
mountain 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.
7 km · about 15 min drive
cafe
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.
11 km · about 20 min drive
cafe
A beachfront cafe on the Shonan coast road near Enoshima popular with Japanese car and motorcycle enthusiasts cruising the Pacific Coast route from Tokyo.
26 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
A monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha standing over 13 meters tall, one of Japan's most iconic images.
30 km · about 35 min drive
museum
Japan's first open-air museum showcasing a stunning collection of sculptures set against the backdrop of the Hakone mountains.
33 km · about 40 min drive
racetrack
Historic circuit at the foot of Mount Fuji with a 1.5 km main straight, one of motorsport's longest, and postcard views of the volcano on clear days.
33 km · about 40 min drive
cafe
A premium Japanese highway rest stop on the Tomei Expressway with stunning Mount Fuji views, gourmet food courts, and hot spring foot baths.
34 km · about 40 min drive
museum
Nissan's vast factory archive of over 400 historic vehicles including the legendary Skyline GT-R lineage.
34 km · about 40 min drive
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