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Travel and Explore JP is passionate for outdoor adventures and physical activity to explore trails, mountains, forests, and other natural landscapes. We include people of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds who have similar objectives, such as improving their health, and connecting with nature at the same time we ensure participants' safety. We create a way to meet new people, make friends, and build a sense of community who are committed to protecting and preserving natural environments.
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See all- ⛰️Takao San Hiking Day-trip 11/30🏕️🌲Takaosanguchi Station, Tokyo
Hello Hikers! This is Travel and Explore JP. We are excited to offer you a beginner-friendly hiking day trip to Takao San which popular hiking destination located just outside of Tokyo, Japan. Standing at 599 meters tall, it offers stunning views of the city and surrounding countryside. The mountain is known for its well-maintained trails, which cater to hikers of all levels as described below.
🤔Hiking Difficulty
●○○○○ 1 out of 5 [Beginners Level]
(1 represents the "easiest" and 5 represents the "hardest" respectively)Our Trekking Reels:
▶️ Instagram Reel.
▶️ Facebook Page.
▶️ YouTube Channel.🌐 Meeting place:
Seven-Eleven Kaede store at the Takaosanguchi station building
Address : 〒193-0844 東京都八王子市高尾町2241❓ How to reach at Meeting Place?
There are 2 lines to reach Takaosanguchi station.
🚊 Keiō Line : Shinjuku - Takaosanguchi station [direct line and prior booking is requried]
🚊 Chūō Line : Shinjuku Station -> Takao Station [norikae] -> Takaosanguchi Station [Preferred line]🕝 Meeting time:
10:00 hour in front of Seven-Eleven💰 Admission Fee:
No admission/participation fee for this event.🗣️Communication Language:
Communication languages are Japanese, English, French, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu.🎯 Travel Plan
➡️10:00 am => Meeting at Seven Eleven of Takaosanguchi station➡️10:10am~12:30 pm => We will start climbing from here to the summit 599 meters. Anyone unwilling to climb on foot can take the cable car.
Please note: Those who will take the cable car have to wait at the Takaosan Station at observation deck until we climb that point. From there we we will go together to the summit through temple route.➡️12:30pm~1:30pm => At this point we will be on the top of the Takao san. We will observe different view from different view point of Tokyo and Hachioji city. We will take our light snacks or lunch.
➡️1:30pm~3:00 pm => Climbing down through Trail 6 (Biwa waterfall trail)
➡️3:00 pm => Takaosanguchi station. The program finished here. But there are some optional activity such as having late lunch or early dinner at around at traditional Japanese restaurant and other social activity offered by locals according to the event schedule.
🤷♀️ Things to consider before hiking
👉We all should be respectful.
👉Age: 18 years or above
👉Please consider your fitness level it is actually for the bigger level of hiking. mostly downward.
👉Be aware of potential hazards like rain and extreme temperatures. We suggest carrying an umbrella or raincoat.
👉Hiking boots are preferred. Any kind of high heel or not suitable for hiking will not be allowed to avoid the risk of accident.
👉Bring plenty of water because of hot days.
👉 No need to bring a compass I will provide you the route map before starting the trail.
👉Wear sunscreen and a hat to shield yourself from the sun.
👉Pack out all your trash and avoid disturbing wildlife.
👉Take care of yourself
👉ENJOY!⚠️ Disclaimer
Safety is your own responsibility during the hikes. The event host is not liable for any injury or damage to your health as the organizer is neither a certified tour guide nor a rescuer.📖 To learn more about Takao san pls check the below links:
🔗 Scan the QR code in the photos section here for LINE group chat or you can click on the link below to add you in the Line group.
https://line.me/ti/p/YMSVOmCRjzYou may send mail to me at [email protected] for further details.
