{"id":4217,"date":"2020-07-01T10:03:12","date_gmt":"2020-07-01T01:03:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hrcjapan.com\/lets-tour-western-tokyo-backcountry-outdoors\/"},"modified":"2025-08-28T11:34:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T02:34:15","slug":"lets-tour-western-tokyo-backcountry-outdoors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hrcjapan.com\/ja\/lets-tour-western-tokyo-backcountry-outdoors\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s Tour: Western Tokyo\u2019s \u201cbackcountry\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>I\u2019ll be the first to admit that 2020 has not been kind to we who like to explore, trek, and wander outdoors. We\u2019ve all become more adept at video conferencing apps, picking out the most stylish face coverings, and knowing which restaurants in our area. But nothing can replace the feeling of getting out into the world, smelling the freshness of the air, hearing the sounds of nature, and feeling the warm sun on our faces. And while there\u00a0were no hard lockdowns in Japan as seen in other countries, we practiced a form of self-restraint called \u201cjishoku \u81ea\u7c9b,\u201c with most of us wearing face masks in public, avoiding crowded enclosed spaces, and telecommuting. One thing especially encouraged right now is going outdoors to have fun. To that effect, I\u2019d like to introduce some little known places around Greater Tokyo to enjoy being outside, starting with the Akurino region of western Tokyo Prefecture.<\/div>\n<h2>Hossawa Falls<\/h2>\n<div>Located almost an hour and a half west of Shinjuku, it\u2019s hard to believe that you\u2019re still within the boundaries of Tokyo Prefecture! It\u2019s also in the middle of the Akiruno Recreation Area, so feel free to bring some camping gear if you\u2019re inclined to spend the weekend as there are campgrounds in the vicinity. The fa<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div>Website: http:\/\/vill.hinohara.tokyo.jp<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Address: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.apple.com\/?address=Hinohara-Mura,%20Nishitama-Gun,%20Tokyo,%20Japan%20190-0200&amp;auid=9912390563021959329&amp;ll=35.727433,139.138852&amp;lsp=9902&amp;q=Hossawanotaki&amp;_ext=ChkKBAgEEAoKBAgFEAMKBQgGEN8BCgQIChAAEiQpGeMmFP\/cQUAxknu9aWhkYUA5Zadh8zndQUBBymIEi3pkYUA%3D\">190-0214 Tokyo, Nishitama District, Tokyo, Hinohara, Honshuku<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Phone: (042)598-1011<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2>Minamisawa Ajisaiyama<\/h2>\n<div>Located about 30 minutes to the west of Itsukaichi Station (or a quick 8-minute taxi ride), is a flower garden that one man started on his own that has grown into the acres-upon-acres sight that you see today. Filled with many trees and creeks, it\u2019s a must-do if you are a bird watcher or have a green thumb.<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Website: https:\/\/ajisai-yama.com<\/li>\n<li>Address: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.apple.com\/?address=368,%20Fukasawa,%20Akiruno-Shi,%20Tokyo,%20Japan%20190-0172&amp;auid=15312302458005350734&amp;ll=35.742315,139.209213&amp;lsp=9902&amp;q=%E5%8D%97%E6%B2%A2%E3%81%82%E3%81%98%E3%81%95%E3%81%84%E5%B1%B1&amp;_ext=ChkKBAgEEAoKBAgFEAMKBQgGEN8BCgQIChAAEiYpG\/9PAHHeQUAxtfvjiYRmYUA5mdR1XJffQUBB+92cNN9mYUBQBA%3D%3D\">368 Fukasawa, Akiruno-Shi, Tokyo 190-0172<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Phone: (080)5055-1926<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><\/div>\n<h2>Mazukari Ridge<\/h2>\n<div>The mountains surrounding Hossawa Falls are part of the Mazukari Ridge, a chain of foothills that give way to the more mountainous central backbone of Japan. The many trails you find around here lead to limestone caves, historic shrines, and scenic views of Mt Fuji and Tokyo\u2019s impressive skyline. Trails are beginner rated, and only weather appropriate clothing, good outdoor shoes\/boots, and a backpack with drinks\/snacks for the hike are needed.<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Web: http:\/\/www.city.akiruno.tokyo.jp\/0000001112.html<\/li>\n<li>Address: <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/5DoTXfnCVQ7Sv6Ji8\">Mazukariyama, Yozawa, Akiruno, Tokyo 190-0171<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\">Image: Shoestring, <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Hossawa_falls,_Hinohara,_Tokyo,_Japan.JPG\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hossawa falls, Hinohara, Tokyo, Japan<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/legalcode\" rel=\"license noopener noreferrer\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I\u2019ll be the first to admit that 2020 has not been kind to we who like to explore, trek, and wander outdoors. 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