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SUP (Stand-up Paddleboarding)
Stand-up paddleboarding on the calm waters of Lake Okutama offers a sense of becoming one with the lake. Standing on the board reveals sweeping views of mountains and sky, while…
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Hikawa International Trout Fishing Park
Experience a uniquely Japanese fishing adventure just minutes from Okutama Station. Set along the clear waters of the Nippara River, this nature-rich location allows even beginners to easily catch lively…
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Forest Therapy（shinrin-yoku）
Forest Therapy (shinrin-yoku) in Okutama’s deep forests is the perfect reset. Walking slowly among trees, listening to streams and birds, you’ll feel your senses gently awakened. Guided breathing and nature…
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Private Sauna – Shizenjin-mura
The private sauna at Shizenjin-mura in Akiruno is a hidden retreat surrounded by forest and river. After warming up by a wood stove, step into the cool stream just outside―the…
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Cycling
Cycling through Okutama is a thrilling way to embrace its valleys and lakes. The scenic road around Lake Okutama opens wide to emerald waters and towering peaks, while routes along…
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Rafting
Rafting the rapids of the upper Tama River is a true Okutama adventure. The thrill of navigating rocky torrents and splashing through waves is unforgettable, balanced by calm stretches where…
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Shiofune Kannon Temple – Azaleas
Known as the “Temple of Flowers and History,” Shiofune Kannon bursts into color each spring. About 20,000 azaleas bloom from late April to early May, covering the area in vibrant…
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Autumn Leaves at Showa Kinen Park
In autumn, the golden ginkgo trees along the avenue, known as Katarai Ginkgo Avenue (かたらいのイチョウ並木), create a perfect setting for strolling or picnicking. Covering over 160 hectares, Showa Kinen Park…
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Fairy’s Flower (Rengetsushōma) at Mt. Mitake
Mt. Mitake, a sacred peak near Tokyo, is famed for its summer wildflower―rengetsushōma. With its delicate, nodding lavender blooms, it is called the “fairy of the forest.” Around 50,000 plants…
