Forget Mount Fuji. Here are 5 underrated day trips to take from Tokyo, according to a Japanese local.

Trip: Take the Tobu Railway from Asakusa Station to Tobu-Nikko station

Duration: 2 hours

Price: 1,400-3,340 yen, or $9-$21.50, one-way.

Nikko is perfect for hikers and nature lovers, Enomoto said. It's also one of his favorite day trip destinations.

The mountainous town has various hiking trails to visit its three main waterfalls, Yudaki, Ryuzu, and Kegon. It's also famous for the Toshogu shrine, a lavish complex that combines Shinto and Buddhist elements.

Enomoto suggests visiting in the fall for the best weather and scenery. He also recommends stopping by a street stall to try yuba, a local delicacy made from tofu skin.

Trip: Take the JR Tokaido Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Atami Station

Duration: 45 minutes

Price: 4,000 yen, or $25, one-way

When the weather gets chilly, Enomoto suggests heading to Atami, a hot spring destination. The seaside town was famous among locals in the 1990s and 80s. Now, its charming old hotels remain, giving the area a sense of nostalgia.

In the summer, locals stroll along the beach and enjoy fresh seafood. "You can see steam coming up from all over the town because of the hot springs — it's beautiful," he said.

Trip: Take the "Red Arrow" limited express train by Seibu Railway from Ikebukuro Station to Seibu Chichibu Station

Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: 1,700 yen, or $11, one-way

For travelers who need a break from city life, Enomoto recommends Chichibu, a small town with a feel of "old Japan."

Located in the Saitama prefecture, Chichibu has forested mountains and valleys for outdoor activities like river rafting. In the late Spring, Hitsujiyama Park blossoms into a field of pink when shibazakura, or moss pink, is in full bloom.

Trip: Take a train along the Tobu Tojo Line from Ikebukuro Station to Kawagoe Station

Duration: 30 mins

Price: 490 yen, or $3, one-way

Enomoto said Kawagoe is perfect for young people who enjoy shopping and street food. Although the town is popular for its Edo-period buildings at Karazukuri Street, few know about its sweet potato and eel dishes.

During sweet potato season, from September to early November, tourists can even try digging sweet potatoes at farms.

"This is a great destination for someone who cannot wake up early," Enomoto added, as the town is only 30 minutes from central Tokyo.

Trip: Buy a Misaki Maguro Day Trip Ticket from Shinagawa and take the Keikyu line to Misakiguchi

Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: 4,250 yen, or $27, for unlimited trips on the Keikyu line

The Miura Peninsula is a great place to stop for seafood and sea views.

Enomoto suggests walking around its famous Misaki port to enjoy tuna and stopping by the nearby Jogashima Island for coastal walking trails.

He recommends purchasing a Misaki Tuna Ticket, which covers the cost of transport tickets and exclusive tuna dishes at selected restaurants.

Enomoto advises checking the transportation schedule in advance for a successful day trip, as buses and trains are less regular outside Tokyo. "I also made a mistake like that," he said.

And although day trips are a great way to explore off the beaten path, Enomoto recommends not completely skipping Tokyo if this is your first time in Japan.

"By seeing Tokyo, I think you can have contrast in your itinerary and appreciate more of the day-trip destinations."