Culture On a Muggy and Gloomy Day in Tokyo? Emi Takahata The best weather for most visitors should be a sunny and dry day. However, what you get is not always what you seek. Japan has a..
Activities A Day Hiking at Mt.Mitou in Okutama Emi Takahata A peaceful hiking trail in Tokyo. An hour away from Shinjuku station and another hour's bus ride, the mountainous landscap..
Activities Mount Mitake Tenku Maple Festival 2025 Late Oct - Late Nov Mount Mitake is undoubtedly one of Tokyo's top spots for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers – and it's also a great..
Culture Okutama Town - History & Landmarks Sleiman Azizi Okutama Town is one of Tokyo's most beautifully natural locations. Its history & landmarks include Hikawako Bridge, Hyakuhiro-no-Taki..
Activities Nippara Limestone Caves Kim Bergström Located in the Okutama region of Tokyo, the Nippara Limestone Caves hold the title of being the largest cave structure in the Kanto..
Culture Okutama Town - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Okutama Town is blessed with natural beauty. Its museums & galleries make use of this nature and include the Nippara Furusato Museum,..
Food Mitake Terrace Kim Bergström Mitake Terrace opened in July 2020, right by the JR Mitake Station. The cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat if you're..
Culture Okutama Noryo Fireworks Festival 2026 Early Aug Okutama's Mt Atago in Tokyo will be again holding its annual Noryo Fireworks Festival in August. A contrast to the city, the..