Mount Takao
Mount Takao is a peak with an levation of 599 meters, located in Tokyo’s Hachioji City. With good transportation access, it’s a popular placee to go mountain climbing. While still in the city, it’s like taking a trip to the countryside! From families with small children to the elderly, about 3,000,000 people visit every year. It’s world famous as the mountain boasting the most climbers in the world.
It's really close to the city, so doing a round trip in one day is no problem. Mount Takao isn't very high, so hiking isn't too tough. If you get tired, you can always take the cable car—super convenient.