Hiking on Mt. Takao and in Otsuki
First day: 10.5 hours, second day: 7.5 hours
About 30,000 Japanese Yen~
Natural beauty is the key phrase on this two-day hiking foray, and what better way to see Japan than from the tops of two majestic mountains? Mt. Takao and Mt. Iwadono offer fun and enjoyable hiking, but not only that, you’ll get a “taste” of the local culture as you go, with little stops along the way to keep your mind as engaged as your feet and a chance to reward yourself with delicious treats for a hike well done.
- Walk
- Train
- Bus
- Cable Car
- Car
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Depart hotel (around Tokyo Station)
Train About 1.5 hours by JR Chuo Line and Keio Line trains
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Arrive at Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Line
Walk 5 minutes
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Mt. Takao Cable Car/Chair Lift
Both the cable car and lift allow visitors to leisurely take in the beautiful foresty nature that leads up to the starting point of your journey up the revered Mt. Takao.
Depart Kiyotaki Station on the cable car
Depart Sanroku Station on the chair liftCable Car 6 minutes
Chair lift 12 minutes
Arrive at Takaosan Station on the cable car
Arrive at Sanjo Station on the chair liftWalk 10 minutes
Mt. Takao otoko-zaka/onna-zaka
Otoko-zaka, located on Trail 1, has 108 stone steps, symbolizing the 108 earthly desires in Buddhism, and each step rids you of a desire, offering a scenic hiking path that also is full of cultural history. The onna-zaka is a more leisurely steep path that allows visitors to take in their surroundings and focus on nature.
Walk 10 minutes on foot
Mt. Takao Yakuo-in Buddhist Temple
The historic Yakuo-in temple offers visitors to the mountain to learn about and appreciate Mt. Takao's linked history with the long-nosed supernatural tengu spirits.Statues of them decorate the temple ground, and visitors can take a break here on their trek to appreciate the mountain's folklore.
Walk 25 minutes on foot
Lunch
(Recommended: Yamabiko Chaya Eatery)
Since 1945, countless hikers have enjoyed a stop to eat at the Yamabiko Chaya Eatery at the summit of Mt. Takao. You can enjoy time-honored dishes surrounded by the lush greenery at the mountaintop.
Walk
Visitors can immerse themselves fully in the cultural atmosphere and beautiful nature of the mountain.
Walk
Depart Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Line
Train 5 minutes by Keio Takao Line train
Arrive at JR Takao Station
Train 10 minutes by JR Chuo Line train
Arrive at JR Hachioji Station
Walk around Hachioji Station and the surrounding areaWalk 10 minutes
Arrive at Keio-Hachioji Station
Train 5 minutes by Keio Line train
Arrive at JR Kitano Station
Bus 10 minutes by pickup bus (reservations required)
Dinner
(Recommended: Hinatoriyama)
Immerse yourself in the rustic warmth of this restaurant, featuring a beautiful natural setting and a traditional Japanese interior authentic down to the finest detail. You can enjoy the five-herb specialty chicken, the popular Fortune-Filled Tofu Nabe and other seasonal dishes.
Bus 10 minutes by pickup bus
Arrive at JR Kitano Station
Train 5 minutes by Keio Line train
Stay at a hotel near Hachioji Station
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Depart JR Hachioji Station
Train About 1 hour by JR Chuo Line train
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Arrive at JR Otsuki Station
Walk 10 minutes
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Mt. Iwadono trekking experience
Mt. Iwadono is designated as one of the 12 mountains with the best views of Mt. Fuji in Japan. The 634 meter mountain is the same heigth as the Tokyo Skytree, but offers a variety of hiking courses depending on your level of experience. Especially beautiful in the fall and spring for red autumn leaves and cherry blossoms, the mountain is rich with history and has a special exhibit and resting area that displays beautiful photography f Mt. Fuji. One of the best views of Mt. Fuji in Japan without needing to travel to the actual mountain makes it an attractive hiking course.
Walk 10 minutes on foot
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Lunch
(Recommended: Yoshidaya)
At Yoshidaya, visitors can try the "old fashioned" taste of handmade udon noodles, with a variety of toppings such as kinpira, horse meat, and even curry udon, refreshing on both cold and hot days.
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Lunch
Walk 10 minutes
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Arrive at JR Otsuki Station
Train About 1.5 hours by JR Kaiji Express on the JR Chuo Line
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Arrive at hotel in Tokyo
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