Shinjuku to Okutama and Tabayama Hidden Rural Japan Day Trip

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11 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Escape from busy Tokyo and enjoy a full-day trip to Okutama and Tabayama, a small mountain village surrounded by nature.

Meet me at Shinjuku Station in the morning, and we will travel together by train to Okutama. In Okutama, we will spend about 1.5 hours enjoying the area, including a local lunch and a drink.

After that, we will continue together by local bus to Tabayama Village. In Tabayama, you will have about 3.5 hours to enjoy the village at your own pace. You can visit the onsen, rent a bicycle, relax at a cafe, walk around the village, or simply enjoy the mountain scenery.

Round-trip transportation from Shinjuku to Okutama and Tabayama, lunch, one drink, and a small souvenir are included. I will also provide local information and recommendations so you can enjoy your time without worrying about where to go.

At the end of the day, we will return together to Shinjuku Station.

This tour is a simple and easy way to discover another side of Japan beyond central Tokyo.

What's Included

One drink with lunch (beer or a non-alcoholic drink) at a local restaurant in Okutama
A small local souvenir at the end of the tour
Round-trip transportation from Shinjuku to Okutama and Tabayama by train and local bus

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Shinjuku Station East Exit Police Box

Meet at the East Exit Police Box (Koban) of Shinjuku Station. The police box is located outside the East Exit, near the ALTA area and the famous 3D Cat Billboard. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Okutama-machi

    Explore Okutama before continuing to Tabayama Village. Spend about 1.5 hours enjoying the area around Okutama Station, including a walk through the town and a delicious lunch with a drink at a local restaurant. You can also enjoy a beer if you like. Lunch and one drink are included in the tour price.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tabayama-mura

    njoy about 3.5 hours of free time in Tabayama Village. You can explore the village at your own pace, visit the local onsen, rent a bicycle, relax at a cafe, or simply walk around and enjoy the mountain scenery. I will provide local information and recommendations before your free time. Optional activities and personal expenses in Tabayama are not included.

    3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Rural Japan by Kei Ishihara

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Rail Tours
4WD Tours
Outback Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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