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Akiruno-shi

The Aki River is the Tama River's largest tributary. The total length of the valley stretches 20 km, reaching as far as Hinohara-mura. Hot springs, camping and barbecuing are popular. Please enjoy the outdoors with your family while still in Tokyo.
W.BabyShadow

W.BabyShadow

A novice blogger who never stops exploring and seeking the source of happiness, she aims to share only the interesting things she loves and finds useful.

Fall

Day 1

Shoganji Temple

Shoganji Temple

After arriving at the first station in Okutama, we first visited Shoganji Temple. The people of this community can come here to worship and pray for the safety of their homes
Daihigan-ji Temple

Daihigan-ji Temple

As soon as we arrived at Daihiganji Temple, we immediately prayed for a smooth journey ahead! The nearby scenery is so beautiful!
Takao-bashi Bridge

Takao-bashi Bridge

The autumn leaves near Takao-bashi Bridge are all so beautiful! I cannot help but take many photos!
Handmade soba noodles Chuzaemon

Handmade soba noodles Chuzaemon

This is a must-visit soba noodle shop. They offer handmade noodles in limited quantities for the day. After 12 o'clock, it might be no longer available. You can also buy their soba noodles packed as gifts. The tempura here is also delicious!
Akiru Shrine

Akiru Shrine

Akiru Shrine offers a monthly worship service for visitors.
Kotoku-ji Temple

Kotoku-ji Temple

Kotoku-ji Temple has two giant ginkgo trees, and visitors can take many beautiful photos during the autumn season! And since there aren't many tourists, you can take your time to take photos!

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Day 2

Mt. Shiroyama

Mt. Shiroyama

We arrived at Mt. Shiroyama. With such good weather, hiking was the perfect activity! Although it was a bit exhausting, the scenery at the mountaintop truly made me feel physically and mentally refreshed!
Kogonji Temple

Kogonji Temple

After hiking Mt. Shioryama, I came across Koganji Temple. Even though I was very tired, I felt refreshed seeing the vibrant yellow and red leaves!
Akigawa Valley

Akigawa Valley

Later, we went to the picturesque Akigawa Valley. The autumn leaves and gingko trees are stunning. Don't miss out on this, guys!
Seoto-no-yu Spa

Seoto-no-yu Spa

The autumn leaves along the way to the Seoto-no-yu Spa are really stunning!
Seoto-no-yu Spa

Seoto-no-yu Spa

At Seoto-no-yu Spa, upon entry you can purchase towel vouchers and admission tickets and hand them over to the staff to gain access.
Lunch: Washoku Dining Kawagiri

Lunch: Washoku Dining Kawagiri

Near Seoto-no-yu Spa, there's a restaurant surrounded by glass walls, offering a 360-degree view of the autumn foliage outside. It's very picturesque.
Koyasu Shrine

Koyasu Shrine

Koyasu Shrine (Konaji means "child birth"), as the name suggests, is a shrine for praying for safe childbirth. The environment within the forest is very pleasant!
Sawato-bashi Bridge

Sawato-bashi Bridge

The autumn leaves near Sawato-bashi Bridge have also turned red, making it a great spot for photography. Next time you visit Tokyo, don't just go shopping in the city area. You can also go to the outskirts of Tokyo and experience the great nature!

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