Mt. Takao
Update: Nov 16th, 2013
Mt. Takao(高尾山) is one of the nearest hiking course from Tokyo.
It takes about 1 hour by train from Tokyo station.
Its altitude is about 600m and the height difference between top and base is around 400m.
There are 8 courses. Some courses are well-paved.
That's why Mt.Takao is popular for family and beginner climbers.
The cable car is located on the way to the top, so you can skip somewhat.
The steepest gradient is 31 degree. This cable car is the steepest in Japan.
Events are held through all the year which attract visitors.
Check out the Mt. Takao official site for details which are well-managed with English!!
Mt. Takao(高尾山) is one of the nearest hiking course from Tokyo.
It takes about 1 hour by train from Tokyo station.
Its altitude is about 600m and the height difference between top and base is around 400m.
There are 8 courses. Some courses are well-paved.
That's why Mt.Takao is popular for family and beginner climbers.
The cable car is located on the way to the top, so you can skip somewhat.
The steepest gradient is 31 degree. This cable car is the steepest in Japan.
Events are held through all the year which attract visitors.
Check out the Mt. Takao official site for details which are well-managed with English!!
☆ Autumn Foliage
The best season for autumn foliage is Mid November to Late November.
The best season for autumn foliage is Mid November to Late November.
URL
Official Web Site(English): http://www.takaotozan.co.jp/takaotozan_eng1/index.htm
How to access(English): http://www.takaotozan.co.jp/takaotozan_eng1/traffic/index.htm
Hiking Course Map: http://www.takaotozan.co.jp/takaotozan_eng1/course/img/course_map.pdf
Access
The nearest station is Takaosan-guchi station(高尾山口駅) to access Mt.Takao.
Official Web Site(English): http://www.takaotozan.co.jp/takaotozan_eng1/index.htm
How to access(English): http://www.takaotozan.co.jp/takaotozan_eng1/traffic/index.htm
Hiking Course Map: http://www.takaotozan.co.jp/takaotozan_eng1/course/img/course_map.pdf
Access
The nearest station is Takaosan-guchi station(高尾山口駅) to access Mt.Takao.