Tokyo Off-the-Beaten-Track Private Walking Tour of Nishitama

Shinjuku City Trip Overview

This are, Nishitama, is a neighborhood located to the west of the metropolitan area in Tokyo. There are no crowds, no skyscrapers and no bustle of a city, but mountains, rivers, good old Japanese culture and sound of nature exist. In such surroundings, people and nature coexist in harmony.

The one of the most remarkable aspects of this region is the distance from the central Tokyo. You will enjoy cultural experiences, visiting historic sites and even outdoor activities like hiking, cycling and river rafting as a day trip from downtown hotels in Tokyo.

Highlights 

・Guided walk around Satoyama scenic area

・Visit a historic shrine and temple

・Relax foot-bathing in a hot spring

・Traditional Japanese Course Lunch with Local Food

・Meets and concludes at JR Shinjuku station in Tokyo. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are extra charge.

・We use trains for transportation. All transportation costs are included.

Additional Info

Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Shinjuku City, Japan
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours

What to Expect When Visiting Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

This are, Nishitama, is a neighborhood located to the west of the metropolitan area in Tokyo. There are no crowds, no skyscrapers and no bustle of a city, but mountains, rivers, good old Japanese culture and sound of nature exist. In such surroundings, people and nature coexist in harmony.

The one of the most remarkable aspects of this region is the distance from the central Tokyo. You will enjoy cultural experiences, visiting historic sites and even outdoor activities like hiking, cycling and river rafting as a day trip from downtown hotels in Tokyo.

Highlights 

・Guided walk around Satoyama scenic area

・Visit a historic shrine and temple

・Relax foot-bathing in a hot spring

・Traditional Japanese Course Lunch with Local Food

・Meets and concludes at JR Shinjuku station in Tokyo. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are extra charge.

・We use trains for transportation. All transportation costs are included.
Stop At: Kotokuji Temple, 234 Kowada, Akiruno 190-0151 Tokyo Prefecture

Visit a historic temple with a thatched roof. In the precincts of this temple, there are huge Kaya tree (=Japanese torreya 24.5 m) and Tara Yow tree (=Latifolia 19.1 m) designated as a natural monument of Tokyo Metropolis. Also, there are cherry trees and gigantic Ginkgo biloba trees. So you can enjoy the nature of seasons like beautiful views of cherry blossoms in spring, changing leaves in autumn.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kurojaya, 167 Konakano, Akiruno, Tokyo 190-0165, Japan

Savor an amazing Japanese cuisine at a traditional authentic architectural-style restaurant. They serve seasonal local food on unique serving dishes made of natural materials like bamboo, large leaves, or sometimes fruits. You can enjoy the taste and the pretty appearance.
*The restaurant may change due to the availability.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Akigawa Keikoku Seoto-no-Yu, 565 Otsu, Akiruno 190-0174 Tokyo Prefecture

Bathing foot in a hot spring is popular in Japan. By promoting blood circulation, your whole body can get warm without taking all your clothes off. There are many nerves in foot as known as a second heart, so you can also expect relaxing and detoxification effects.

Duration: 1 hour

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