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Ogawa Town Jogging Tour: A Scenic Run into Japan’s Countryside

mountains around Ogawa

A local shrine for feet

From a hill, 300m high

Local running events

Winter landscape

Cycling is available

Ogawa Town Jogging Tour: A Scenic Run into Japan’s Countryside

Nature & Outdoor

Joined 2025

Hitoshi S.

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Saitama

English

3 hours

Private tour (only you and Hitoshi S.)

Up to 4 people

Escape the crowds of Tokyo and enjoy an easy-paced jogging tour in Ogawa Town, Saitama. This guided run takes you along quiet forest paths, rural roads, and traditional villages surrounded by satoyama landscapes. No racing—just relaxed jogging, fresh air, and local stories along the way. Perfect for runners and non-runners who want to explore Japan’s countryside actively. Beginners welcome.

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 for jogging

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.