Zen food and hiking at Mt- Takao

Zen food and hiking at Mt- Takao

Mt. Takao is located only about an hour away from the center of Tokyo. In 2009, MICHELIN Voyager Pratique Japon, gave Mt. Takao its maximum of three stars and then this mountain is now wonderland to attract foreign visitors.It has an excellent view from the peak (599 meter in high). There is an easy way in climbing to use chair lifts or cable tramway. Even children and elderly people can reach the peak without undue exertion. This mountain also has many historical heritage, such as mountain temple , " Yakuo-in ".

At the foot of Mt.Takao, you can see fancy traditional village and you can enjoy shopping for souvenir.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Takaosan Yakuo-in Yuki-ji Temple, 2177 Takaomachi, Hachioji 193-0844 Tokyo Prefecture

This temple was founded in 8th century, and accommodates many monks for Zen training (silent meditation in Buddhism).

(tramway 980yen)


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mt. Takao, Hachioji Tokyo Prefecture

You can see the nice view at the top. If sunny, you may see Mt.Fuji.


Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Keio Takaosan Onsen Gokurakuyu, 2229-7 Takaomachi, Hachioji 193-0844 Tokyo Prefecture

If you like hot spring, Mt. Takao has good bath house.

Duration: 1 hour