Nature Spots in Southern Tama Area

  • Mt. Takao
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    Tokyo Hachioujishi Takaomachi
    This is popular as a mountain that can be reached from the city in just one hour. Having received three stars as a sightseeing location from the Michelin Guide, it is visited by approximately 3 million people each year who come primarily for viewing colorful fall foliage or to hike in the warmer months. It’s an easy mountain to access for both children and inexperienced visitors with a cable car in addition to the various well-maintained hiking paths. It’s famous for tororo soba and shops also sell souvenirs associated with tengu (a long-nosed goblin in Japanese folklore). There is also a monkey park, wildflower garden, and observatory, and in the summer season the beer garden near the summit is popular. An onsen (hot springs) lies just in front of Takaosanguchi Station.
  • Mt. Jinba
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    Tokyo Hachioji City/Kanagawa Prefecture Sagamihara City Fujino Town
    "Mt. Jinba is an 855-meter mountain on the border between Hachioji City in Tokyo and Midori Ward, Sagamihara City in Kanagawa Prefecture. It is known for cherry blossoms in the spring and colored leaves in autumn, and is a favorite of recreational hikers. In addition, the quality of the views from this mountain have led it to be included among ""The100 Views of Mt. Fuji in Kanto"" and ""The 50 Best Scenic Spots in Kanagawa Prefecture."" At the summit is a famous statue of a white horse."
  • Mt. Kagenobu
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    Tokyo Hachioji City - Kanagawa Prefecture Sagamihara-shi
    A mountain located on the border between the prefectures of Tokyo and Kanagawa. The starting point of a trail leading up the mountain can be reached by taking a bus from Takaosan Station, getting off at the Kobotoke bus stop, and walking a further 15 minutes. At the top of the mountain, visitors can enjoy a sweeping view of the Hachioji area; there are also two teahouses serving light meals. In spring, many people come to enjoy the cherry trees blooming on the mountain.
  • Ja-taki waterfall (Seiryu Daigongen)
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    Tokyo Hachioujishi Takaomachi 2173
    A dojo where you can experience waterfall ablutions, a practice performed privately in ancient times by mountain ascetics to purify the body and soul prior to engaging in more serious training. This is one of the traditional training experiences offered to regular visitors by the Head Temple Yakuo-in; professional instruction is provided each month on the first Saturday, the 17th (temple festival day), and the 27th.
  • Kobotoke Pass
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    Tokyo Hachioji-shi Uratakaomachi
  • Nanakuni Pass
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    Tokyo Machida-shi Aiharamachi
  • Mount Jinba (Jinbayama)
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    Sagamihara, Kanagawa-ku, green
  • Mt.Dosho
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    Tokyo Hachioji-shi Kamiongatamachi
  • Biwadaki
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    Tokyo Hachioji-shi Takaomachi
  • Mt.Yogura
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    Tokyo Hachioji-shi Kamiongatamachi

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