Book a tour to go on a trek up Mt.Takao in Hachioji, Tokyo

Tokyo | 5.0h

Visit Tokyo's Michelin rated Mountain, Mt.Takao

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A beautiful tour only an hour away from the center of Tokyo!

Mt.Takao, with its easy access and beautiful natural environment, was rated three stars by the Michelin Guide as a great tourist destination in 2007. It is one of the two Japanese mountains that have a three-star reputation, the other being Mt.Fuji. With 3 million visitors each year, Mt.Takao is the most visited mountain in the world! This mountain is also famous for the mythological creature it worships; the Tengu. Mt.Takao is no taller than 599m, but on sunny days you can see across to Mt.Fuji, and enjoy the fantastic view of a sea of mountains. The route you will take on this tour is an easy one, partially involving a cable car ride, and is perfectly beginner-friendly!

Highlights

・Mt.Takao's beautiful natural environment is only an hour away from the center of Tokyo!
・Mt.Takao offers a beginner-friendly climb, with a cable car that takes you up a section of the mountain.
・Try delicious local gourmet at the top!
・Visit the stylish TAKAO 599 MUSEUM on your way home.

Attractions

・Kiyotaki Station
・Tako-sugi
・Onnazaka and Otokozaka
・Gongen Chaya
・Takaosan Yakuo-in Temple
・Top of Mt.Takao
・TAKAO 599 MUSEUM

Notes

・Please remember to bring something to keep you warm at the top of the mountain.
・Sensible footwear is recommended.
・There are no trash cans on Mt.Takao.
・Mt.Takao is a Quasi-National Park, and it is prohibited to take any plants home with you.

Safety Measures

Expenses Not Included

Please bring at least ¥900 with you (per person) on the day to cover your travel expenses, entrance fees and other necessary costs. *(money for souvenir shopping is not included)

Meeting Point

In front of the ticket gate at Keio Takao line, Takaosanguchi Station

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