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added on : October 28, 2024
Tokyo may be known for its vibrant city life, but extending beyond its skyline, the prefecture reaches far west into the mountainous Tama region, with a surprising 40% of Tokyo’s total area covered by lush forests.
Why not take advantage of autumn’s cooler weather by embarking on a fulfilling outdoor adventure in Tokyo? For families looking to escape the city’s bustle and enjoy slower-paced nature activities, these spots promise to keep younger minds engaged while inspired by nature.
Mountain of Hometown Village provides a blend of nature and traditional crafts in Tokyo’s forested, mountainous Okutama region. Beside Lake Okutama, this charming village offers a range of outdoor activities, including barbecuing, lake fishing, or hiking the lakeside trails. The barbecue area is open to anyone, with cozy cabins and a campsite available for those wishing to stay the night. As a bonus, the facilities offer indoor workshops too. Try soba-making, pottery or woodworking—perfect for younger and older visitors alike. With its blend of craft workshops and natural beauty, discover a rural escape for families looking to reconnect with nature at a slower pace.
Hinohara is home to Hinohara Tokyo Citizens’ Forest, originally created in 1992 to reconnect people with Tokyo’s nature. Located on Mt. Mito, known for its expansive beech trees and perched 1,000m above sea level, it transforms into a tapestry of colors come autumn, making it a prime destination for a family trip offer the chance to experience fall’s foliage.
The Otaki Path is a gentle woodchip-covered trail that originally became Tokyo’s first designated ‘Therapy Road’ thanks to its soothing effect on the mind and body. Surrounded by the great outdoors, a leisurely 15–20 minute stroll along this trail—suitable for families with children and beginner hikers alike—brings you to the majestic approximately 30-meter-tall Mito Waterfall. Feel a sense of serenity here as you absorb nature’s negative ions and admire the force of the water gracefully cascading down the mountainside.
Situated beside Yomiuriland theme park, Hana-Biyori is not your typical botanical garden. Combining natural beauty with cutting-edge experiences, visitors of all ages will feel charmed. At its heart, the Hana-Biyori Hall is home to the iconic ‘Flower chandelier,’ a display of 300 hanging flowers that offers a striking visual statement. It’s also here where, several times daily, you can feel immersed by a sensory projection mapping display sure to delight and astound with its seasonally inspired imagery and sounds. Take a break at Starbucks while enjoying a stroll through the garden to recharge—enveloped by beautiful floral displays. At Piet Oudolf Garden Tokyo, designed by world-renowned garden designer Piet Oudolf for the first time in Japan, admire a naturalistic approach that respects the life cycle and structure of plants, allowing you to enjoy their natural beauty and shapes across the seasons. The Sacred Forest hides a serene habitat complete with two-story pagoda, a carp pond and several Buddhist artifacts. Explore the short trails here for a glimpse into a more spiritual side of this urban paradise.
Address | 1740 Kawano, Okutama City, Nishitama District, Tokyo |
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URL | Mountain of Hometown Village (JPN) |
Address | 7146, Hinohara Village, Nishitama District, Tokyo |
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URL | Hinohara Forest of Tokyo Citizens (JPN) |
Address | 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo |
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URL | Hana-Biyori |
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