Day 1
Shiraiwa Falls Hiking Course
On the first day, I chose to hike through the forest straight to Mt. Hinode. I took public transport to the foot of the mountain where the Shiraiwa Falls were, and started my one-day hiking
itinerary.
Along the path to Shiraiwa Falls
The trees along Shiraiwa Falls Hiking Course
The path towards Mt. Hinode summit
Finally, I climbed to the top of the mountain and was greeted by a vast forest. Continuing forward, I saw trees standing tall in this mountain range; I began to sweat profusely, feeling a bit sore in
my legs.
Looking down the mountain from Mt. Hinode summit
Mt. Hinode rest area
Tsurutsuru Hot Spring
After descending the mountain, to reward myself for the strenuous climb, I headed to Tsurutsuru Hot Spring located at
the foot of the mountain. In the Okutama region, hot springs are very famous. The hot spring water here is colorless and transparent, with sulfur content, which can make the skin very smooth.