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Hachioji, Tokyo / 高尾山

Mt. Takao

The closest wild nature to central Tokyo, 50 minutes by train from Shinjuku, with many trails to the 599 m summit and, on clear days, a view of Mt. Fuji.

Red and orange maple leaves against a blue sky, beside the eaves of a wooden temple roof
Autumn leaves on Mt TakaoPhoto: Photo AC · Terms of use · Source

Last official check

25 Sept 2026

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Next scheduled check

24 Dec 2026

Before you go

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Admission

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Getting there

Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Takao Line, just 50 minutes by train from Shinjuku.

Checked 25 Sept 2026 on the official site
Parking

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Checked 25 Sept 2026 on the official site
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Address: Hachioji, Tokyo (Japanese address: 東京都八王子市高尾町)

Official site: https://www.gotokyo.org/jp/spot/38/index.html

Location

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Crowds

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Peak time

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Busiest days

Weekends are crowded with hikers, so go on a weekday for a relaxed climb.

Checked 25 Sept 2026 on the official site
Busiest season

Autumn colours peak from early to late November; cherry blossoms come a few weeks later than in central Tokyo.

Checked 25 Sept 2026 on the official site
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