Mt. Takao
Day HikeKanto(Tokyo)
EasyDistance
7 km
Elevation Gain
400m
Max Elevation
599m
Duration
3h
Kanto(Tokyo)
EasyDistance
7 km
Elevation Gain
400m
Max Elevation
599m
Duration
3h
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Tokyo's most popular day hike with multiple trails and a summit temple.
Mt. Takao is one of Tokyo's most accessible and popular hiking destinations, standing at 599 meters in western Tokyo. The mountain offers multiple well-maintained trails ranging from paved paths to forested routes, making it ideal for beginners and families. Its proximity to central Tokyo and the historic Yakuoin Temple halfway up the mountain make it a unique blend of nature and culture. In autumn, the mountain is ablaze with brilliant fall foliage.
Year-round, especially autumn foliage (November)
Yakuoin Temple with tengu statues; Panoramic views of Mt. Fuji from the summit; Lush beech forest on Trail No. 6; Suspension bridge on Trail No. 4; Seasonal wildflowers and autumn leaves
Take the Keio Line from Shinjuku Station to Takaosanguchi Station (about 50 minutes). The trailhead is a short walk from the station. A cable car and chairlift are available to ascend partway.
Trails can be extremely crowded on weekends and holidays, especially in autumn. Some routes are slippery after rain. Bring water as vending machines are only at certain points. Watch for wild monkeys near the summit.
Mt. Takao is rated as easy difficulty.
Mt. Takao is 7 km long.
The elevation gain on Mt. Takao is 400 meters.
Hiking Mt. Takao typically takes about 3 hours.
The best season to hike Mt. Takao is Year-round, especially autumn foliage (November).
Mt. Takao is located in Tokyo, Kanto region of Japan.
Mt. Takao is a day_hike trail.
Warnings for Mt. Takao: Trails can be extremely crowded on weekends and holidays, especially in autumn. Some routes are slippery after rain. Bring water as vending machines are only at certain points. Watch for wild monkeys near the summit..
Access information for Mt. Takao: Take the Keio Line from Shinjuku Station to Takaosanguchi Station (about 50 minutes). The trailhead is a short walk from the station. A cable car and chairlift are available to ascend partway..
The maximum elevation on Mt. Takao is 599 meters.
Mt. Takao is rated easy, making it accessible for hikers of that level.
For Mt. Takao, proper hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. Check warnings: Trails can be extremely crowded on weekends and holidays, especially in autumn. Some routes are slippery after rain. Bring water as vending machines are only at certain points. Watch for wild monkeys near the summit..
Highlights of Mt. Takao include: Yakuoin Temple with tengu statues; Panoramic views of Mt. Fuji from the summit; Lush beech forest on Trail No. 6; Suspension bridge on Trail No. 4; Seasonal wildflowers and autumn leaves.
Access to Mt. Takao: Take the Keio Line from Shinjuku Station to Takaosanguchi Station (about 50 minutes). The trailhead is a short walk from the station. A cable car and chairlift are available to ascend partway..
The best season for Mt. Takao is Year-round, especially autumn foliage (November). Check conditions before hiking in winter.