Things to Do

Hachioji

Mount Takao

This Michelin 3-star Tourist Spot is Recommended for Beginner Mountain Climbers.

Hachioji / Nature Spots

• 24 Mar 2024

  Complete guide to sightseeing at Mount Takao: This guide will cover both the charm and the highlights!

  Mount Takao is certified as a three-star tourist destination in the Michelin Guide and boasting the highest number of climbers in the world. The popularity of Mount Takao stems from its accessibility, well-maintained environment suitable for casual hiking, numerous attractions along the trails, and above all, the opportunity to fully enjoy the nature of Takao. To ensure that even first-time visitors can enjoy Mount Takao, this article introduces basic information and attractions of Mount Takao, as well as hiking routes, recommended sightseeing seasons, and appropriate clothing for each season.

• 1 Oct 2022

  Foliage guide at Mount Takao: The foliage hiking guide to fully enjoy Mount Takao in autumn

  Mount Takao is certified as a three-star tourist destination in the Michelin Guide and boasts the world’s highest number of climbers. Known as one of Tokyo’s foliage spots, it offers a diverse landscape of red, yellow, and green hues in autumn. With its easy hiking routes, even beginners can enjoy hiking while taking in the scenery. Let us introduce the must-visit autumn foliage spots, local delicacies, and recommended nearby attractions to fully enjoy Mount Takao, where you can experience vibrant autumn foliage and hiking at the same time.

Showa Kinen Park

On Vast Grounds, Greenery and Seasonal Flowers Decorate this National Park

Hachioji / Parks & Gardens

• 21 Apr 2016

  “Large orange and golden carpet” made by Iceland poppy, rapeflower, and Nemophila! Please come and visit the Showa Kinen Park (Tachikawa-shi of Tokyo).

  Showa Kinen Park is located in Tachikawa-shi where is out of central Tokyo, and is a park comprises about 160 hectares of completed area.

Mt. Takao Monkey Park and Wildflower Garden

Immerse yourself in a healing environment with a troop of Japanese macaques and over 300 species of wild plants.

Hachioji / Zoos & Aquariums

Takahata-san Myō-ō-in Kongōji Temple (Takahata Fudoson)

One of the three major Fudo temples in Kanto, known as the head temple for traffic safety prayers, and the family Temple of Toshizo Hijikata of the Shinsengumi.

Hachioji / Shrines & Temples

• 1 Jun 2018

  Hydrangeas at Tokyo’s Takahata Fudo-son Temple

  Takahata Fudo-son Temple is located in Hino City of Tokyo Prefecture. It is one of the three famous Fudo temples of the Kanto region, and it is one of Tokyo’s most famous locations for hydrangeas. The temple has around 7500 hydrangeas of 200 varieties growing wild around it, and a hydrangea festival is held annually from early June through early July, when they are at their most beautiful.

• 28 May 2017

  Four Must-Visit Hydrangea (Embroidered Ball Flower) Spots in Tokyo and Its Suburb!

  The world of cherry blossoms has gone with April, while upcoming July will see hydrangeas in full bloom. Hydrangea blossoms can be white, pink, red, blue or purple; the gorgeous blossoms look like embroidered balls, so they are nicknamed "embroidered ball flowers”. When the rainy season starts in late June, different shapes of blossoms wet with dew will be amazingly beautiful. Here five must-visit hydrangea spots in Tokyo and its suburb are recommended to enthusiasts of photography!

Keio Takaosan Onsen Gokurakuyu

Open-air tubs with remarkable views! Come see what the buzz is about at this coveted hot springs daytrip spot near Mount Takao.

Hachioji / Hot Springs

Takao-san Yakuo-in

A head temple of Shingon Buddhism with a history of over 1200 years is popular as a sacred place.

Hachioji / Shrines & Temples

TAKAO 599 MUSEUM

Introducing the charm of Mt. Takao, boasting the highest number of climbers in the world, through unique exhibits.

Hachioji / Museums

Michi-no-Eki Hachioji Takiyama

Tokyo's only Michi-no Eki where Hachioji's specialty products are gathered.

Hachioji / Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Yuyake Koyake Fureai Village

A facility where you can enjoy various activities amid nature.

Hachioji / Experiences Facilities

Koyasu Jinja Shrine

This is the oldest shrine in Hachioji, granting firm blessings for safe childbirth and childrearing.

Hachioji / Shrines & Temples

Takao Plum Village

About 10,000 red and white plum blossoms are fragrant.

Hachioji / Nature Spots

Takiyama Park

A Park where Castle Ruins Rest beneath 2,000 Proudly Blooming Cherry Blossoms.

Hachioji / Parks & Gardens

Hachioji Castle Ruins

One of the "Top 100 Castles of Japan," which also gave its name to the area of Hachioji.

Hachioji / Tourist Attractions

Takao Trick Art Museum

Immersive and photogenic arts! A vast collection of astonishing and enjoyable optical illusion art awaits.

Hachioji / Museums