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Guided Trip to Mount Takao Train Journey from Shinjuku
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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There are stairs and ramps along the tour and it is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Take a 6-hour guided tour from Shinjuku to Mount Takao, using both train and cable car to reach this scenic mountain. Experience the beauty of nature, rich cultural heritage, and spiritual significance as you explore Takao's temples and lush landscapes. This tour offers a relaxing yet immersive way to discover the harmony of nature and faith, just a short trip from Tokyo.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to Mt. Takao, a treasure house of nature and culture
Transportation within the tour
Guided Tours
Transportation to the meeting place
Food and beverage expenses within the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box
In front of Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.
Return
Guided Trip to Mount Takao Train Journey from Shinjuku
3-chōme
About
Take a 6-hour guided tour from Shinjuku to Mount Takao, using both train and cable car to reach this scenic mountain. Experience the beauty of nature, rich cultural heritage, and spiritual significance as you explore Takao's temples and lush landscapes. This tour offers a relaxing yet immersive way to discover the harmony of nature and faith, just a short trip from Tokyo.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to Mt. Takao, a treasure house of nature and culture
Transportation within the tour
Guided Tours
Transportation to the meeting place
Food and beverage expenses within the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box
In front of Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.
Return
Itinerary
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Shinjuku
The tour starts from Shinjuku, a big city! From here, you will take the train and depart for a wonderful cultural and nature experience!
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Takaosanguchi Station
After getting off the train at this station, the next step is to take the cable car! Experience the cable car that climbs the steepest slope in Japan.
10 minutes
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Kiyotaki Station
This cable car is famous for its especially safe design. As you listen to your guide, try to imagine the nature of the Mt. Takao you are about to visit.
20 minutes
4
Takosugi
As soon as you get off the cable car, you will see a cedar with distinctive roots. The cedar is the symbolic tree of Mt. This cedar, of course, has its own impressive story.
20 minutes
5
Takaosan Yakuōin Jōshinmon Gate
Walking further down the road, you will see a wooden gate. From this gate onward, you are in the precincts of the temple. The atmosphere is ethereal.
30 minutes
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Cedar trees of Mt. Takao
The road to the temple is lined with large cedar trees. These were paid by the people who worship the temple on Mt. Takao as a thank-you to the gods and Buddha enshrined there. What do you think of this unique atmosphere of faith and nature?
20 minutes
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薬王院 山門
From the gate of the magnificent structure, you will find yourself in the central area of the temple. Four statues of Buddhist guardian deities line the gate, guarding the deities enshrined there.
20 minutes
8
Takaosan Yakuo-in Yuki-ji Temple
The temple on Mt. Takao is called “Yakuoin” and has one of the longest histories in Kanto (over 1,000 years).
It has a history of being worshipped by many people, including warriors, and is said to offer blessings such as support in victory and happiness.
The bronze statue of a winged demon-like figure in the precincts of the temple is called “Tengu,” and is believed to be a retainer of the gods and Buddha of Yakuoin.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Mt. Takaosan Hiking Course
Mt. Takao has easy walking trails and is known as a mountain where even those with limited physical strength can enjoy hiking in nature.
This tour also includes a short walk from the temple to the top of Mt. Takao.
Takao has retained its dense natural environment due to the protection of the trees within its precincts by the temple.
1 hour
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Mt. Takao
Finally, we are at the summit of Mt.
Please take a look! The urban landscape of Tokyo and Yokohama spreads out before us!
And in front of us is Mt! It is worth signing up for this tour just to see this spectacular view!
40 minutes
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Takaosanguchi Station
From Mt. Takao, take the cable car and train back to Shinjuku.
