Mount Takao Hike and onsen
Why not spend a day exploring one of Tokyo's most popular mountain?
At 599m high, Takao-san is an easy hike that is particularly popular with Japanese people of all ages.
Mt. Takao also has a cable car that can carry you a good portion of the way up.
It is located in Tama, west of Tokyo, about an hour by train from Shinjuku Station.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo (23 wards)
- - I will pick you up at your hotel in Tokyo.
Takaosanguchi station
We can start the hike from Takaosanguchi Station or if you wish, take the cable car to the summit.
Summit of Mont Takao
Once arrived at the summit there is a magnificent view of Mount Fuji and also restaurants to enjoy a nice hot meal. You can also have a picnic at the top.
Yakuo-in Temple
It is a Buddhist temple founded in 744, it is dedicated to the Tengu, a guardian of the mountains with supernatural powers.
Takaosan onsen (Hot spring)
We will go down the mountain and after the hike we can relax in the onsen which is located near the station.
Drop-off at your hotel
We will take the train at Takaosanguchi station and I will take you to your hotel in Tokyo (23 wards)
Ending Point
At your hotel in Tokyo (23 wards)
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel (Tokyo 23 wards)
English speaking guide
Transportation fee 1200 yen per person for you and the guide.
Meal and drinks for you and the guide 1200 yen per person.
Onsen entrance ticket for you and the guide 1100 yen per person.
The funicular (optional) for you and the guide, 950 yen per person round trip (490 one way).
Tour Important Information
Bring comfortable shoes suitable for hiking.
You can bring something to eat.
We will travel by public transport.
Tattoos are not allowed in the onsen. If you have small tattoos, you will need to bring something to cover them with skin colored patches.
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
About Tour Guide Virginie B.
Hello !
My name is Virginie, I am French and I have been living in Tokyo for 6 years. I love Japan, its food and its culture but above all I love Tokyo! I will take you to the best places in Tokyo ! The hidden gems as well as all the must see places ! The traditional Tokyo as well as the futuristic parts of the city ! I can’t wait to meet you !!
Reviews
Shirin M.
“Tour deludente / Disapponing tour ”
ITA: Ho prenotato questa visita guidata con l’obiettivo di visitare i punti principali di Tokyo e scoprirne la storia e curiosità a riguardo. Purtroppo sono rimasta molto delusa dal tour a causa della superficialità e mancanza di entusiasmo da parte di Virginia nell’esporre la storia dei luoghi visitati e nel rispondere alle nostre domande. Quello che pensavamo sarebbe stato un arricchimento culturale si è rilevato essere un tour che avremmo potuto fare tranquillamente da soli, leggendo qualche informazione su Internet. EN: I booked this guided tour with the goal of visiting key spots in Tokyo and learning about their history and interesting facts. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed; Virginia’s presentation of the history of the places we visited—as well as her responses to our questions—lacked both depth and enthusiasm. What we had hoped would be an enriching cultural experience turned out to be a tour we could have easily done on our own, simply by reading a bit of information online.
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Virginie B.
Cara Shirin, La ringrazio molto per aver condiviso il suo feedback. Mi dispiace sinceramente che il tour non sia stato all'altezza delle sue aspettative e che non abbia trasmesso quell'entusiasmo e quell'approfondimento culturale che cerco sempre di offrire ai miei ospiti. Apprezzo molto le sue parole, poiché i vostri commenti sono per me uno stimolo prezioso per migliorare costantemente la qualità delle mie visite guidate a Tokyo. Farò tesoro di questa esperienza per arricchire ulteriormente i contenuti storici e curare ogni dettaglio con maggiore attenzione in futuro. Spero di avere l'occasione di accogliervi nuovamente a Tokyo per offrirvi un'esperienza decisamente migliore. Un cordiale saluto, Virginie Dear Shirin, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. I am sincerely sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations and that it fell short of the depth and enthusiasm I always strive to provide for my guests. I truly value your comments, as guest feedback is essential for helping me continuously improve the quality of my tours in Tokyo. I will certainly use this experience to enrich the historical insights and pay closer attention to every detail moving forward. I hope to have the opportunity to welcome you to Tokyo again in the future and provide you with a much more rewarding experience. Warm regards, Virginie
Christine S.
“Mount Takao and onsen”
Virginie was a wonderful guide. Had a lovely day with her exploring Takao and finishing up by relaxing at the onsen. It was great to have Virginie help navigate the trip out of Tokyo.
Nicola B.
“Un giorno a Tokyo”
Giornata bellissima, Virginie molto disponibile e simpatica, consigliatissima!!
$158/ per group
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