[2025 Akiruno Attraction] Travel Guide for Akigawa Valley (Updated May)

#Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Tokyo Located in Chichibu Tama Kai National Park, the 20-kilometer-long Akigawa Valley is a famous place to enjoy the red leaves. Many Japanese people come here on holidays for barbecue, fishing, and even camping. It is one of the picnic routes in Shinyama😍😍 The suspension bridge over the valley - "Ishibo Bridge" is a popular viewing spot📸️🤩 Recommended for tourists who love mountain climbing.➡️The mountain viewing route takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Along the way, you can see different landscapes and 🤩🤩📸️ transportation From JR Itsukaichi Line, take the Nishi-Tokyo bus bound for Fujikura for about 10 minutes, get off at the Hodago bus stop, and walk about 2 minutes to the destination.

To enjoy summer, I went to Akigawa Valley in Akiruno City, Tokyo to enjoy a tent sauna. I set up the tent sauna and BBQ right in front of the river and was ready to go. After entering the sauna, I cooled my hot body in the Akigawa River and relaxed while listening to the sound of the river babbling. It was the best. It also included the ultimate sauna meal of BBQ if I got hungry. There is also a hot spring nearby, so I recommend that too! It was a day where I was able to experience nature at 120%. #Tokyo #Okutama #Akigawa Valley #Forest Bathing #Tent Sauna #Sauna #Breathtaking View

🏞Akikawa Valley is a natural scenic spot located in western Tokyo, famous for its clear streams, dense forests and beautiful valley scenery. Here you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and fully experience the charm of nature! 🌟Basic information - Address: Akiruno City, Tokyo - Best time to visit: Spring (cherry blossom season) and autumn (red leaves season) are the most beautiful seasons - Transportation: Take the JR Chuo Line from downtown Tokyo to Musashi Itsukaichi Station, then take a bus or taxi to Akigawa Valley 🌳Recommended attractions 1. Akigawa Valley Trail: You can walk along the trail in the valley and enjoy the beautiful scenery of streams, waterfalls and forests along the way. 2. Waterfalls: There are many beautiful waterfalls in the Akigawa Valley, such as the Shirami Falls and the Kurokawa Falls, which are suitable for viewing and taking photos. 3. Hot Springs: There are many hot spring hotels near the Akigawa Valley where you can relax after hiking. Akikawa Onsen and Kurokawa Onsen are recommended. 4. Akikawa Valley Campground: Providing camping facilities and barbecue areas, it is a great place for family and friends to gather. You can camp, barbecue, fish and spend a pleasant time here. 🍜Food recommendations - Valley Restaurants: There are some restaurants near the valley that offer local specialties such as fresh fish and mountain vegetables. - Farmer's Restaurant: Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine using local ingredients, such as tempura, soba noodles and tofu dishes. 🛒Shopping recommendations - Local Product Shop: Purchase Akigawa Valley specialties such as handicrafts, local agricultural products, and souvenirs. - Hot spring hotel souvenir shop: Purchase hot spring related souvenirs in the hot spring hotel, such as hot spring eggs, hot spring water skin care products, etc. 💡Travel Tips - Clothing recommendations: It is recommended to wear comfortable hiking shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor activities, and bring sun protection and rain gear. - Note: Respect the natural environment, do not litter at will, and keep the valley clean and beautiful. - Safety Tips: When engaging in outdoor activities, please pay attention to safety and follow the instructions of the tour guide and staff.

Introducing the cafe "Outdoor Terrace Mizu no Oto" in the middle of nature!! A cafe in the middle of nature 𖠚ᐝ The view from the hilltop is amazing 😳✨ There is also a shop at the back of the cafe that sells shaved ice 🍧 You can have tea anywhere, so you can order shaved ice and come back 👍🏻🤍 You can also play in the river that flows right in front of you ·͜·✌︎´- Recommended for summer 🌈ᵕ̈* ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼➸Tips︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Bring a towel and play in the river︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎Sunburn and insect repellent measures are essential︎︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎ Choose from 5 flavors of cream soda︎︎︎︎︎︎☑︎There is a Japanese restaurant at the back of the cafe It's a very nice shop ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼➸Recommended spot information📍Outdoor terrace Mizu no Oto・Address: 167 Konakano, Akiruno City, Tokyo・Opening hours: Mon, Thurs, Fri 12:00-16:00 Sat, Sun, and holidays 11:00-17:00・Cost: 600 yen and up➸Access information🚗Free parking🉐🚃25-minute walk from the south exit of Musashi-Itsukaichi Station🚎2-minute walk from Nishi Konakano, Sawado Bridge 3 minutes walk *If you are going by train, it may be better to take a bus or taxi from the station ✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼✼••┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈••✼#Places to visit this summer #Cafe with a great view #Akigawa Valley #Cafe hopping #Terrace cafe #Tokyo sightseeing #Trip #Playing in the river #Travel with me

Recently, the temperature in Tokyo has been extremely high, making it unbearable to go outside. I wanted to find a place where I could enjoy riverbed cuisine and cool off, just like at Kyoto's Kibune Shrine. So! I discovered Akigawa Valley, about 60 kilometers and an hour's drive from Shinjuku, where you can reach the fresh and cool nature. Initially, I planned to sit on the terrace facing the valley and eat shaved ice 🍧, but due to the long queue, I made a reservation for kaiseki cuisine at Kurochaya in advance. Happily finished eating indoors, and then went stream climbing as soon as I stepped out! The stream water was very cold, with pebbles of various sizes underfoot. The girls who had just entered the water nearby were all screaming in pain (including me, haha). A gentle breeze blew through the valley, and there was a group of people laughing and playing in the water. This scene really felt like summer in an anime!