Hidden Hills Japan

Nature & Outdoor

Joined 2025

Hitoshi S.

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Saitama

English

5 hours

Private tour (only you and Hitoshi S.)

Up to 4 people

Discover the quiet countryside just beyond Tokyo.

Walking around Ogawa, a small historic town in Saitama surrounded by gentle hills, forests, and traditional villages. Less than two hours from central Tokyo, Ogawa offers a side of Japan that most visitors never see.

On my guided day hikes, we walk through peaceful satoyama landscapes, pass old shrines and rural hamlets, and enjoy seasonal views that change throughout the year.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Ogawa-machi Station, Tobu-tojo Line

- Let's see the only one exit.

09:10 AM

Change clothes if you want

Put your belongings into a coin locker, if you want

09:30 AM

Start running around Ogawa

I will introduce several courses depending on your running ability and purpose. Distance and speed are also depending on you. However, if the your setting exceeds my running ability, I will handle it on the bike and provide support such as hydration and nutrition. Slow speed trai running will be acceptable, as well. Beautiful ridgeline walks are also available, ranging from 10 to 40 kilometres.

Taking shower and rest

A shower is essential after running, especially in the summer. There are shower facilities near stations that cost around 500 to 1000 yen.

Restaurants and Bars

I can show you some good restaurants and bars.

Ending Point

Ogawa-machi Station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Only the guide fee is included

What‘s not included

Foods and shower places are not included.

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Hitoshi S.

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Hitoshi S.

Hi, I’m Hitoshi. I live in Ogawa Town in Saitama. I had been teaching English at some high schools in this region for 38 years. So I know many beautiful places to visit for people who love nature, walking hills and streams, cycling along the rivers, enjoying running 10-km courses surrounded by paddy fields, local cuisines, ramen shops, hamburger shops, local micro breweries, educational facilities, Buddhism temples, Japanese hand-made craft paper factories, and many others.