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Tokyo National Museum
Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.
13 km · about 25 min drive
Saitama, Japan · Asia
Shimotoda works well as a base: 5 minutes from Hasune, 15km from Sensō-ji.
Shimotoda is a city located in Saitama, Japan. With a population of 140,899, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Shimotoda 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 Shimotoda to your route.
Toda (戸田市, Toda-shi) is a city located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 November 2025, the city had an estimated population of 142,715 in 70,998 households and a population density of 7,841 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 18.19 square kilometres (7.02 sq mi).
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Shimotoda is located in Saitama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.8150 latitude, 139.6853 longitude.
Shimotoda has a population of approximately 140,899 people, making it a city in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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museum
Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.
13 km · about 25 min drive
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13 km · about 25 min drive
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Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.
14 km · about 25 min drive
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Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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A serene Shinto shrine surrounded by a lush forested park, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken in the heart of Tokyo.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.
16 km · about 30 min drive
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Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.
16 km · about 20 min drive
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