Guided Hiking Experience
Discover the Wild Side of Tokyo
Breathtaking trails just 60–90 minutes from the city.
Expert English-speaking guides. Small groups. Unforgettable views.
Mt. Takao
Okutama
Mitake
About Us
Nature Beyond the Neon Lights
Just an hour from Shinjuku station lies a world of cedar forests, ancient shrines, mountain streams, and panoramic ridgelines that most Tokyo visitors never discover. Tokyo Nature Hikes has been guiding international travelers through these landscapes since 2015.
Our small-group tours are led exclusively by certified, English-speaking guides who are passionate about sharing Japan’s natural heritage with the world.
Our Promise
Small groups. Big experiences. Zero crowds.
We cap every tour at 8 participants — not because regulations require it, but because we believe the mountains deserve to be experienced quietly. No rushing. No megaphones. Just the sound of wind through cedar trees, the crunch of gravel underfoot, and a guide who knows every hidden viewpoint worth the climb. This is hiking the way it was meant to be.
Our Routes
Choose Your Adventure
Most Popular
Mt. Takao Classic
The perfect introduction to Japanese mountain culture. Ancient cedar forests, a hilltop temple, and sweeping views of the Kanto Plain — sometimes as far as Mt. Fuji.
¥6,500 / person
New Route
Mitake Valley & Gorge
Follow the emerald Tama River through a mossy gorge, past sacred waterfalls and a mountain-top shrine village that has stood for 1,200 years.
¥8,500 / person
Full Day
Okutama Ridge Trek
A full-day wilderness traverse for experienced hikers. Remote ridgelines, wild deer sightings, and a lakeside onsen finale await those who earn the summit.
¥7,500 / person
Most Popular
Mt. Takao Classic
The perfect introduction to Japanese mountain culture. Ancient cedar forests, a hilltop temple, and sweeping views of the Kanto Plain — sometimes as far as Mt. Fuji.
¥5,500 / person
New Route
Mitake Valley & Gorge
Follow the emerald Tama River through a mossy gorge, past sacred waterfalls and a mountain-top shrine village that has stood for 1,200 years.
¥4500 / person
Full Day
Okutama Ridge Trek
A full-day wilderness traverse for experienced hikers. Remote ridgelines, wild deer sightings, and a lakeside onsen finale await those who earn the summit.
¥5,500 / person
Everything You Need
Certified English Guide
All guides hold Japanese Mountain Guide certification and are fully bilingual. Safety briefings provided in English.
Gear & Equipment
Trekking poles, rain ponchos, and first-aid kit included. Suitable trail maps and safety gear provided for every participant.
Trail Lunch & Snacks
Seasonal bento box prepared by a local kitchen. Energy snacks and unlimited hot tea throughout the hike.
Photo Memories
Professional trail photos taken throughout the day. Full resolution images delivered within 48 hours via shared album.
Train Pass Guidance
Detailed transit instructions from central Tokyo provided. IC card top-up support available at meeting point.
Post-Hike Onsen Option
Optional group visit to a nearby onsen after select tours. Entry fee not included; guide accompanies the group.
Our Guides
Local knowledge you can't find in any guidebook.
Every trail has two stories: the one on the map, and the one only a local knows. Our guides grew up exploring these mountains long before it was a profession. They know which corner of the ridge catches the best light at 7 AM, which shrine has been welcoming pilgrims for 800 years, and exactly when the autumn maples peak in each valley. That knowledge is what makes the difference between a hike and a memory.
Kenji Hayashi
Born and raised in Okutama, Kenji has spent over 20 years exploring every trail in the western Tokyo mountains. Fluent in English and French, he brings infectious enthusiasm for both nature and Japanese culture to every tour.
- Japan Mountain Guide Association — Certified
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
- リストアイテTokyo Nature Educator — Licensedム #3
- 15+ years guiding international visitors
Trail Moments
What Hikers Say
★★★★★
Kenji is an extraordinary guide. He spotted a wild boar track, explained the history of every shrine we passed, and somehow got us to the summit just as the clouds parted. Pure magic.
Daniel R. — Canada
★★★★★
I was nervous as a solo female traveler but the small group felt like instant friends. The trail lunch was delicious and the photos they sent were frame-worthy. Highly recommend!
Priya S. — Singapore
★★★★★
We did the Okutama Ridge trek on day 3 of our Japan trip. Best decision of the entire holiday. The onsen after was the perfect ending. Already planning our return.
Tom & Lisa — Germany
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Your Trail is Waiting
Tours operate year-round. Spring cherry blossoms, summer greenery, autumn foliage, and winter silence — every season offers something extraordinary.
Meeting Point
Getting There
| Meeting Point | Varies by tour — confirmed upon booking. Most tours depart from Shinjuku or nearby stations. |
| Departure | 7:00 AM — 8:30 AM (tour dependent) |
| Return | Approx. 3:00 PM — 6:00 PM |
| What to Wear | Comfortable walking shoes, layers, weather-appropriate clothing. Full gear list sent on booking. |
| Languages | English (all tours). Japanese available on request. |
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