20 Top Tourist Spots in Tokyo

15. Mt. Takao

Location: Mt. Takao

Did you know you can actually hike a mountain in Tokyo? Mt. Takao is a perfect hiking spot which is accessible from the heart of Tokyo in less than 1.5 hours by train! Officially selected by the Michelin Guide as a three star hiking spot, this 599m mountain attracts more than 3 million visitors every year. It offers a range of scenic hiking trails for everyone from beginners or families with kids to advanced hikers. For people who just want to enjoy the view from the top, the Mt. Takao Cable Car conveniently takes you to the midpoint of the mountain. Pay a visit to Yakuo-in, a symbolic Buddhist temple established in 744, or enjoy a relaxing hot spring experience at Gokurakuyu!