Dialysis travel guide for Kanto

A suspension bridge linking Shibaura and Odaiba and forming a distinctive part of the Tokyo Bay skyline.

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The Shibaura entrance to the pedestrian promenade is about a five-minute walk from Shibaura-futo Station on the Yurikamome Line.

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Viewing the bridge from Odaiba and walking the approximately 1.7 km promenade are different activities. Check promenade hours and closure days before visiting.

A Yokohama waterfront destination combining repurposed historic warehouses, cultural spaces, shops, and an outdoor plaza.

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About a six-minute walk from Bashamichi or Nihon-odori Station on the Minatomirai Line.

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The walk from JR Sakuragicho or Kannai Station is about 15 minutes. Choose the nearest station based on your rail route.

A major Oku-Nikko stop where visitors view the waterfall flowing from Lake Chuzenji from designated observation areas.

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Take a bus from JR Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station to Chuzenji Onsen, then walk about five minutes. Check the current timetable before travel.

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Allow separate time for the bus journey and the visit, and check weather, road conditions and observation-facility operations. The official guide notes that the free ground-level viewing area has a ramp, with assistance recommended on steep sections.

A roughly 140-metre pedestrian suspension bridge linking southern Kinugawa Onsen with Tateiwa Rock and overlooking the river and surrounding mountains.

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About a 12-minute walk from Kinugawa-Onsen Station on the Tobu Kinugawa Line.

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The bridge stands about 37 metres above the river and requires a walk from the station. Plan the bridge crossing separately from optional walks to the lookout and waterfall, and choose a suitable range after checking weather, path conditions and your own circumstances.

A vermilion-lacquered historic bridge over the Daiya River at the entrance to the Shrines and Temples of Nikko World Heritage area.

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Take the World Heritage sightseeing bus from JR Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station for about seven minutes and get off at Shinkyo.

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Plan separately for viewing the bridge and entering the paid crossing area. Check seasonal admission hours and current crowd information, and estimate additional walking separately if continuing to nearby shrines and temples.

A landmark Buddhist temple at the heart of Asakusa, approached through Kaminarimon Gate and Nakamise shopping street.

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About a five-minute walk from the respective Asakusa stations on the Tobu, Tokyo Metro Ginza, Tsukuba Express, and Toei Asakusa lines.

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Station locations and exits differ by railway line. Confirm your meeting point and the station for your return journey in advance.

A museum in Utsunomiya's Oya district presenting the history of Oya stone quarrying, with mining exhibits and a large former underground quarry open to visitors.

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From JR Utsunomiya Station, take a bus toward Oya or Tateiwa for about 30 minutes and walk about five minutes from Shiryokan-iriguchi. The bus ride from Tobu-Utsunomiya Station is about 20 minutes.

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The underground route includes stairs and narrow passages, and wheelchairs, strollers, and walking aids cannot be taken inside. A separately charged, advance-reservation golf-cart option may be available on selected weekdays for visitors who have difficulty walking. Check current opening information and prepare for the low underground temperature.

A highland lake at the foot of Mount Nantai, serving as a base for lakeside walks and nearby Oku-Nikko sights.

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Take a bus from JR Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station toward Chuzenji Onsen. The best stop depends on the part of the lake you plan to visit.

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The shoreline is about 25 km around, so choose a specific area rather than assuming a full circuit. Straight-line distances use the official representative map point and do not apply to the entire lake. Check return buses and road conditions.

A roadside station in central Imaichi combining visitor information, shopping, dining and rest facilities for planning travel around Nikko.

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About a five-minute walk from JR Imaichi Station or Tobu Shimo-Imaichi Station.

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Opening hours and closure days vary between the visitor information desk, shops and restaurants. Check the specific facility you plan to use, and contact medical providers directly for dialysis-related arrangements.

A memorial park preserving a former imperial villa used from the Meiji through early Showa periods, with historic buildings and gardens open to visitors.

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Take a bus from JR Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station toward Chuzenji Onsen and get off at Nikko Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park.

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The official guide lists loan wheelchairs for indoor and garden use, but this does not guarantee access along every visitor route. Check opening hours, closure dates, accessible areas and expected movement before visiting.

A central stop in Nikko's shrine and temple district, with ornate buildings and carvings including Yomeimon Gate and the three monkeys.

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From Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station, take the World Heritage Tour bus to Omotesando. Check the current timetable and boarding point before travel.

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Choose the parts of the shrine you plan to visit and check return transport. On a treatment day, allow separate time for travel and the visit; recheck admission hours and prices on the official site.