![]() Mount Mitake is an excellent choice for connecting with traditional Japanese customs and spirituality.ĥ Tranquil Day Trips From Tokyo 6- Atami Resort Town Another day trip from Tokyo is to pay a visit to Atami on the Izu Peninsula. The mountain offers several trails surrounded by pristine nature, ancient shrines and waterfalls.Ī cable car is also available, leading you directly to the peak to enjoy the scenery, have a relaxing meal in one of the restaurants or spend the night in a traditional ryokan. Mitakesan, or Mount Mitake, is within Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park two hours from Tokyo. Unlike many peaks in Japan, it is possible to hike Mount Tsukuba almost all year round due to its excellent weather conditions. While Mount Tsukuba may be a more relaxing choice than Mount Fuji, this double-peaked mountain has stunning views. The hike is not steep but it does take around six hours and if you’re not in the mood to climb, take the ropeway up and enjoy the view. ![]() 4- Mount TsukubaĬonsider hiking on Mount Tsukuba if you’re looking for a nature immersed day just outside Tokyo. The Oyama Afuri Shrine is devoted to Tsumi no Okami, the god of (among other things) sake, and the area is dotted with smaller ancient shrines in the forest. The scenery opens up to spectacular views that make the steep hike worthwhile. Mount Oyama, conveniently located just 60 km from the capital, offers a choice of hiking trails and several ancient shrines that are worth a visit. 3- Mount Oyama It doesn’t matter what season, a good day trip from Tokyo is to see the Oyama shrine in Kanazawa, pictured here in winter.Īfter visiting Japan’s bustling and modern capital, you may be looking for a more spiritual nature experience. Kinchakuda Manjushage Park is in the western Saitama Prefecture and is well-connected with the capital via train (around 1 hour and 17 minutes from central Tokyo). This is an excellent choice for outdoor fans and budget travellers conveniently located near Tokyo, easily accessible and affordably priced. The park turns crimson and scarlet when the red flowers bloom, offering a stunning and unique view. This striking park is perfect for an out-of-town day near Tokyo, especially if you’re visiting when the spider lilies bloom between September and October. 2- Kinchakuda Manjushage Park Seeing the Red Spider Lilies in Kinchakuda Manjyusyage Park, Saitama, is one of the day trips from Tokyo for garden lovers. Mount Fuji is a couple of hours outside Tokyo and easily reachable by train or bus. Make sure you have dressed accordingly and are adequately equipped. You will need between five to 10 hours to reach the peak and one hour to walk around the crater. You can reach the peak through four different paths: Yoshida, Fujinomiya, Subashiri, and Gotenba. ![]() The climbing season for Mount Fuji starts in July and ends in September due to the weather conditions being too rough in the wintertime. When visiting Japan, climbing Fuji is a must-do for hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers. ![]() Mount Fuji is the unrivalled symbol of Japan and a stunning natural landmark.
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