[Vlog] Okutama & Around (Tokyo, Japan)

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Okutama & Around (Tokyo, Japan)

Okutama is located in the western part of Tokyo.

Located within the Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park, Okutama is known for its beautiful natural scenery and outdoor recreation.

Okutama is characterized by the following features.

• Lake Okutama (Okutama Reservoir): Lake Okutama is a reservoir created by the Okutama Dam. Lake Okutama is surrounded by lush greenery and is a popular spot for boating and fishing. Cross Lake Okutama on the Mugiyama Floating Bridge or the Tomeura Floating Bridge, both of which are drum bridges floating on the lake!
• Surrounding Areas: Ome City, Fussa City, and Akiruno City are located around Okutama, and all are attractive sightseeing spots!
• Mt. Mitake: Mt. Mitake is a mountain located in Ome City, Tokyo. Mitake can be reached not only by hiking but also by the cable car and chair-lift of the Mitake Mountain Railway. Musashi-Ontake Shrine on Mt. Mitake is an important cultural and religious site.
• Hiking Trails: There are a variety of hiking trails in Okutama. The trails offer spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
• Tama River: Tama River runs through the area, providing opportunities for riverside walks and bicycle rides. It is a quiet spot to enjoy nature away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
• Camping Facilities: There are campgrounds in the Okutama area, where you can stay overnight and experience the outdoors.
• Onsen (Hot Springs): Ryokan (Japanese-style inns) in Okutama have hot spring facilities, where you can spend a relaxing time surrounded by nature. For day-trip hot springs, we recommend Okutama Onsen Moegi-no-yu!
• Local Cuisine: Local cuisine including freshwater fish from Lake Okutama can be enjoyed!
• Access: Okutama is accessible by train from central Tokyo. It takes about 2 hours and is ideal for a day trip or weekend trip.
• Cherry Blossom Viewing: Cherry blossoms bloom in spring, creating a picturesque scene of Lake Okutama and the surrounding mountains.
• Autumn Foliage: In autumn, the area is decorated with brightly colored autumn leaves, attracting many tourists who enjoy viewing the autumn foliage.

Overall, Okutama offers a quiet retreat in the midst of nature and is a popular destination for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of the Tokyo metropolis.

Whether you are interested in outdoor activities and cultural experiences, or simply want to enjoy the beautiful scenery, Okutama is the place for you!

Okutama

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Lake Okutama

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[Vlog] Lake Okutama around Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog of a walk around Lake Okutama from the Ogouchi Dam.

From the home monument at the bottom of the lake, we walked eastward between Lake Okutama and Tamagawa River to the Cenotaph.

The autumn leaves around the cenotaph were very beautiful.

[Vlog] Lake Okutama Crossing with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog of crossing the Tozura Pontoon Bridge in Lake Okutama.

Crossing the bridge made of oil drums while viewing the autumn leaves was very scenic.

[Vlog] Bus Ride around Lake Okutama

This is a Vlog of the view of Lake Okutama from the bus window.

The autumn leaves were so beautiful.

[Vlog] Lake Okutama with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying cherry blossoms around Lake Okutama.

[Vlog] Lake Okutama Crossing Mugiyama Pontoon Bridge with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Mugiyama Pontoon Bridge in Lake Okutama.

[Vlog] Ogouchi Jinja Shrine with Autumn Leaves near Lake Okutama

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves in Ogouchi Jinja Shrine near Lake Okutama.

[Vlog] Yama no Furusato Mura Village to Mugiyama Pontoon Bridge with Autumn Leaves near Lake Okutama

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves from Yama no Furusato Mura Village to Mugiyama Pontoon Bridge near Lake Okutama.

[Vlog] Lake Okutama Crossing Minedani Bridge with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Minedani Bridge in Lake Okutama.

Okutamacho Sightseeing

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[Vlog] Bus Ride from Okutama Station to Nippara Limestone Caves

This vlog shows the view from Okutama Station to Nippara Limestone Caves from the bus window.

[Vlog] Bus Ride from Nippara Limestone Caves to Okutama Station

This vlog shows the view from Nippara Limestone Caves to Okutama Station from the bus window.

Nippara Limestone Caves

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[Vlog] Nippara Limestone Caves

This is a Vlog of our exploration of Nippara Limestone Caves.

The Kongo-zue (vajra staff) set as a thumbnail was breathtaking!

Okutama Station

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[Vlog] Okutama Station with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying cherry blossoms from Okutama Station.

[Vlog] Hiking around Okutama Station with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog of hiking around Okutama Station.

The autumn leaves of Hikawakobashi Bridge (small bridge on the Hikawa River), which we set as a thumbnail, were very beautiful.

[Vlog] Okuhikawa Jinja Shrine with Cherry Blossoms

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Ome City

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Mt. Mitake

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[Vlog] Anemonopsis Macrophylla in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying Anemonopsis Macrophylla in Mt. Mitake.

BGM is "Fantasy Flowers".

[Vlog] Mitakedaira with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Mitakedaira in Mt. Mitake.

[Vlog] Meotosugi (Cedar Couple) with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Meotosugi (Cedar Couple) in Mt. Mitake.

[Vlog] Musashi Mitake Jinja Shrine with Autumn leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Musashi Mitake Jinja Shrine in Mt. Mitake.

[Vlog] Nagaodaira Observatory with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves in Nagaodaira Observatory.

[0.125X Vlog] Nanayo no Taki Waterfall with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying Nanayo no Taki Waterfall in Mt. Mitake at 0.125x speed. (There are a few autumn leaves.)

BGM is "the waterfall that ticks the time".

[Vlog] Tenguiwa with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Tenguiiwa in Mt. Mitake.

[Vlog] Rock Garden with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of the Rock Garden in Mt. Mitake.

BGM is "Falling Leaves, Autumn in Transition".

[0.125X Vlog] Ayahiro no Taki Waterfall with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying Ayahiro no Taki Waterfall at 0.125x speed in Mt. Mitake. (There are a few autumn leaves.)

BGM is "the waterfall that ticks the time".

[0.125X Vlog] Tengu no Koshikake Sugi Cedar with Autumn Leaves in Mt. Mitake

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Tengu no Koshikake Sugi Cedar in Mt. Mitake at 0.125x speed.

BGM is "Tracks of Big Trees".

[Vlog] Jindai Keyaki (Japanese Zelkova Tree) with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Jindai Keyaki (Japanese Zelkova Tree) in Mt. Mitake.

Mt. Hinode

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[Vlog] Mt. Hinode with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Mt. Hinode.

Mitake Keikoku Valley

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[Vlog] Mitake Keikoku Valley with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying cherry blossoms in Mitake Keikoku Valley.

Baiganji Temple (Ome City)

This is a Vlog about sightseeing in Baiganji Temple (Ome City).

[Vlog] Baiganji Temple (Ome City) with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying the cherry blossoms in Baiganji Temple (Ome City).

Kamanofuchi Park

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[Vlog] Kamanofuchi Park with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying the cherry blossoms in Kamanofuchi Park.

Kongoji Temple (Ome City)

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[Vlog] Kongoji Temple (Ome City) with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying cherry blossoms in Kongoji Temple (Ome City).

Nagayama Park

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[Vlog] Nagayama Park with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying the cherry blossoms in Nagayama Park.

[Vlog] Nagayama Park Japanese Archery Court with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying cherry blossoms in Nagayama Park Japanese Archery Court (Ome City Kyudojo).

Ome Railway Park

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[Vlog] Ome Railway Park with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying cherry blossoms in Ome Railway Park.

Shiofune Kannonji Temple

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[Vlog] Shiofune Kannonji Temple with Azaleas

This is a Vlog enjoying azaleas in Shiofune Kannonji Temple.

Fukiage Shobu Park

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[Vlog] Fukiage Shobu Park with Japanese Irises

This is a Vlog enjoying Japanese irises in Fukiage Shobu Park.

Meisei University (Ome Campus)

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[Vlog] Fireworks in Meisei University (Ome Campus)

This is a Vlog enjoying fireworks in Meisei University (Ome Campus).

Fussa City

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Tamagawa River (Fussa City)

This is a Vlog about sightseeing in Tamagawa River (Fussa City).

[Vlog] Cycling along Tamagawa River (Fussa City) with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog of cycling while enjoying the cherry blossoms along the Tamagawa River (Fussa City).

Hamura Shusuiseki

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[Vlog] Hamura Shusuiseki with Cherry Blossoms

This is a Vlog enjoying the cherry blossoms in Hamura Shusuiseki.

Akiruno City

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Kotokuji Temple (Akiruno)

This is a Vlog about sightseeing in Kotokuji Temple in Akiruno City.

[Vlog] Kotokuji Temple (Akiruno) with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog about sightseeing in Kotokuji Temple while viewing the autumn leaves.

Ginkgo and maple leaves were so beautiful.

Ishibunebashi Bridge

This is a Vlog of crossing Ishibunebashi Bridge in Akiruno City.

[Vlog] Ishibunebashi Bridge in Akigawa Keikoku Valley

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Ishibunebashi Bridge in Akigawa Keikoku Valley.

The autumn leaves viewed from Ishibunebashi Bridge were spectacular!

Otaki

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[Vlog] Otaki in Akigawa Keikoku Valley with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog about enjoying the autumn leaves and Otaki in Akigawa Keikoku Valley.

Since we went to see the Falls in autumn, we were healed by the synergistic effect of the autumn leaves and the Falls.

Otake Limestone Caves

This is a Vlog about sightseeing in Otake Limestone Caves in Akikawa Keikoku Valley.

[Vlog] Otake Limestone Caves in Akigawa Keikoku Valley

This is a Vlog exploring Otake Limestone Caves in Akigawa Keikoku Valley.

It is recommended because it is rare to see a video that allows virtual sightseeing of a limestone cave!

Nagatakehashi Bridge

This Vlog is about crossing Nagatakehashi Bridge between Seotonoyu and Ochiai Campground.

[Vlog] Nagatakehashi Bridge in Akigawa Keikoku Valley with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog enjoying the autumn leaves of Nagatakehashi Bridge.

Although Nagatakehashi Bridge is smaller than Ishibunebashi Bridge, you can enjoy the autumn leaves of the Yozawagawa River.

Minamisawa Ajisai Mountain

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[Vlog] Minamisawa Ajisai Mountain with Hydrangeas

This is a Vlog enjoying hydrangeas in Minamisawa Ajisai Mountain.

Wonderful Nature Village

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[Vlog] Wonderful Nature Village with Hydrangeas

This is a Vlog enjoying the hydrangeas in Wonderful Nature Village.

Yamadaki-no-Okashi (Great Oak of Fukasawa)

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[Vlog] Yamadaki-no-Okashi (Great Oak of Fukasawa)

This is a Vlog enjoying Yamadaki-no-Okashi (Great Oak of Fukasawa).

Sennen-no-Chigirisugi (Great Twin Cedars of Fukasawa)

This is a Vlog about sightseeing in Sennen-no-Chigirisugi (Great Twin Cedars of Fukasawa).

[Vlog] Sennen-no-Chigirisugi (Great Twin Cedars of Fukasawa)

This is a Vlog enjoying Sennen-no-Chigirisugi (Great Twin Cedars of Fukasawa).

Akiruno City Sightseeing

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[Vlog] Cycling from Otaki to Jurigi in Akigawa Keikoku Valley

This is a Vlog of cycling from Otaki to Jurigi in Akigawa Keikoku Valley.

It was nice to cycle downhill while viewing the autumn leaves.

[Vlog] Cycling in Seotonoyu to Musashi-Itsukaichi Station with Autumn Leaves

This is a Vlog of cycling from Seotonoyu to Musashi-Itsukaichi Station.

When you visit Akigawa Keikoku Valley, we recommend you to relax in the natural hot spring at Seotonoyu.