2026 Tachikawa Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

They say Tokyo summers can steam you alive 🥵 but locals have long been sneaking off to the mountains. Less than an hour from Shinjuku, the altitude jumps to 599 meters, and the temperature feels 5 to 6 degrees cooler. Within Tokyo’s jurisdiction, there are hidden valleys, waterfalls, century-old temples, and suspension bridges—that’s Mount Takao and Okutama. Tested a four-day, three-night summer escape near Tokyo with no crowds or rush, all the essentials are below ⬇️ 🏕 Where to stay This time I skipped the city and chose a standalone forest cabin near Takaosanguchi Station. ⛰️ The cabin is on a forest path about a 10-minute walk north from Takaosanguchi Station, surrounded by trees. During the day, sunlight filters through the leaves in dappled patterns. At night, only the sounds of insects and wind remain—so quiet it feels unreal. ⛰️ The whole cabin is wooden. Open the window and you’re looking into dense forest. Two large glass windows face the valley. Waking up to birdsong in the morning is pure luxury ☀️ ⛰️ There’s a small wooden deck outside with outdoor tables, chairs, and a small grill 🍖 Sitting there at dusk with an ice-cold beer watching the sun set behind the treetops completely relaxes you. ⛰️ It’s a 10-minute walk to Takaosanguchi Station and about 15 minutes to the cable car station. You can head up the mountain early the next morning with no rush. 🗻 Mount Takao one-day hiking guide Take the Keio Line limited express from Shinjuku to Takaosanguchi Station. Fastest trip is 50 minutes. Fare is 390 JPY. Don’t rush to climb once you arrive! Mount Takao has six routes you can combine. Here’s my tested recommendation ⬇️ ▶️ Up via Route 6 (Biwa route) About 2.4 km, 300 meters elevation gain, takes around 100 minutes. The highlight is Biwa Waterfall—a real waterfall used by monks for training. The roar of the water is intense, and the negative ions are off the charts 💦 The trail is quite natural, with tree roots and stone steps. Wearing sneakers is the minimum. ⚠️ Not recommended to wear sandals or dress shoes. There’s a section where you need to use both hands and feet to climb a rock wall (not high, just over 1 meter). It’s thrilling but safe. ▶️ Down via Route 1 (Omotesando) About 3.8 km, paved path, much easier to walk. Passes Yakouin Temple—the core temple of Mount Takao—with an impressive tengu statue. On a clear day, the mountain observatory offers views of Mount Fuji! July’s air clarity is high, and you can clearly see its outline with the naked eye 🗻 For the descent, you can also take the cable car (one way 480 JPY) or chair lift (one way 480 JPY), perfect for those who want to take it easy. ⏰ Time suggestion: Start at 7:30 AM, reach the summit around 10 AM, enjoy soba noodles at the summit (there’s a cafeteria; tempura soba costs about 1,000 JPY). Descend around 2 or 3 PM and soak in a hot spring near the station. ♨️ Mount Takao hot spring Right next to Takaosanguchi Station is the day-use hot spring facility Gokurakuyu. After hiking, soak in the open-air bath. In summer, finish with a cold milk drink for total refreshment. Bathing fee is 1,050 JPY on weekdays and 1,250 JPY on weekends and holidays. Towels are provided. 🌿 Okutama valley day trip If Mount Takao isn’t wild enough, head straight to Okutama the next day! Take the JR Chuo Line from Shinjuku to Tachikawa, transfer to the Ome Line, and get off at Furusato Station. The whole trip takes about two hours. 📍 Route details From Furusato Station → Manseibashi Bridge → Sunteibashi Bridge (official start of the hiking trail) → Hatonosu Valley → Shiromaru Lake About 8 km total, walking and stopping for around 4 hours. There’s a 7-11 right across from Furusato Station to stock up on water and rice balls since there are no convenience stores in the mountains! 🔸 Hatonosu Valley is the highlight—the Tama River flows through jagged rocks. From the suspension bridge, the water below is a clear blue. In July, people cool off playing in the stream. The refreshing feeling almost comes through the screen 💧 🔸 Shiromaru Lake glows an unreal Tiffany blue around 4 PM when the sunlight hits the water. Some people paddleboard there. 🔸 From Hatonosu Station, you can take the Ome Line back without hiking all the way to Okutama Station, which helps manage your energy. 🚶 Route difficulty explained Mount Takao Route 6 → moderate to challenging. Sneakers required. There’s a climbing section. Even those who don’t usually exercise can do it but will get winded. Okutama Furusato to Hatonosu → moderate. There are ups and downs but the trail isn’t steep. Hatonosu to Shiromaru is mostly flat along the river. Neither route requires special gear. Just bring enough water, wear sneakers, and carry a small backpack. 🚃 Transportation costs breakdown Shinjuku → Takaosanguchi: Keio Line 390 JPY Takaosanguchi → Tachikawa (JR) → Furusato (Ome Line): just over 1,000 JPY Furusato/Hatonosu → Shinjuku (JR return): about 1,200 JPY Total transport under 3,000 JPY, much cheaper than a one-day ticket to Disneyland at 9,900 JPY. 🧊 Tokyo city summer escape options If you don’t want to travel far one day, there are cool spots in the city too ⬇️ 🔸 Shimokitazawa: 11 minutes from Shinjuku on the Odakyu Line. Packed with artsy secondhand shops and independent cafes. Spend the day indoors without sun exposure. 🔸 Daikanyama to Nakameguro: TSUTAYA BOOKS has strong air conditioning. Walking along the Meguro River is shady and much more comfortable than Ginza in summer. 🔸 Jimbocho old book district: a street of century-old bookstores. The smell of old paper mixed with cool air conditioning is the perfect indoor summer experience. 🌌 Tokyo at night is the real deal Back at the cabin at Mount Takao’s base, take a shower and sit on the deck. The mountain is several degrees cooler than the city, and at night you might even need a light jacket. Look up at the stars—you can actually see the Milky Way within Tokyo’s jurisdiction, which might be hard to believe. Occasionally, the distant sound of a train mixes with the rustling wind through the trees. With a cold beer in hand, this is another side of Tokyo’s summer 🍺 When visiting Tokyo in summer, don’t just focus on Shibuya crossing and Ginza windows. Take a train for an hour and you’ll find forests, valleys, ancient temples, waterfalls, suspension bridges, and starry skies. This city is far richer than you think, and July is the perfect time to discover it 🌿

The yakiniku lunch I found in Tachikawa was absolutely amazing! 🥺🤍 The meat was so tender, and the rice was so delicious, I was so happy even at lunchtime… And the fact that it was this satisfying for this price is incredible. Even though it was lunch, the quality of the meat was really good, and I definitely want to come back again! 🥩✨ You can make reservations through Hot Pepper, and I was able to get in without a reservation around 11am on Saturday and Sunday. 😽✨ It's also easy to get to from Tachikawa Station, so it's recommended for lunch while shopping. ◎ It was perfect for a day when you want to treat yourself a little on a holiday. 🤍 If you're wondering where to have lunch in Tachikawa, save this place! 📍 #TachikawaGourmet #TachikawaLunch #TachikawaYakiniku #YakinikuLunch #TokyoGourmet #GourmetVlog #LunchHopping #MeatLover #TokyoLunch #HolidayLunch

📍 The shop at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo is an experience in its own right, not just a quick stop to grab a fridge magnet on your way out. I'd highly recommend budgeting some extra time for it—even when you think you've seen it all after the tour, the store pulls you right back into the magical world. 🛍 The selection is massive: house robes, scarves, wands, sweets, stationery, drinkware, toys, pins, keychains, bags, apparel, and plenty of merch featuring the Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff crests. While some items are your standard souvenirs, others feel like truly spectacular collector's finds. 🧣 The robes and scarves definitely steal the show. They instantly give off the vibe that you're surrounded by Hogwarts students gearing up for the new school year rather than just regular shoppers. Lots of people try things on right in the store, pick their houses, snap photos, and chat about what to buy. 🪶 The wands are an absolute trap for fans. Even if you didn't plan on buying one, once you start checking out the boxes, the character names, and the stunning designs, you can't help but reach out and pick your own. It's not the cheapest souvenir, but it makes for an unforgettable keepsake from the studio. 🍫 Sweet tooths, brace yourselves—the candy section will drain your wallet in no time. Chocolate Frogs, Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans, beautifully themed packaging, and various sweet treats look so good you'll want them just for the boxes. It's best to pace yourself, though: all those little purchases quickly add up to a pretty penny. 🪄 I really loved that the store doesn't feel like just a random mishmash of merchandise. It effortlessly extends the atmosphere of the tour with stunning window displays, decorations, themed zones, and incredible attention to detail. After wandering through Diagon Alley and Hogwarts, this feels like a natural continuation rather than your average gift shop. 👀 The only downside is predictable: the crowds. You might get stuck around the popular displays, and the checkout lines can get pretty long. Because of this, I definitely wouldn't leave the shop for your last 10 minutes before heading out. Make sure to carve out some time to browse at your own pace; otherwise, you'll be rushing your choices and missing out on a lot of cool details. ✨ My advice? Decide beforehand what exactly you want to get: some wearable gear, a gorgeous keepsake, some sweets, or a gift. Otherwise, it's incredibly overwhelming, and your basket will fill up way too fast. The store here is genuinely massive, super atmospheric, and highly dangerous for your wallet.

Tokyo | Showa Kinen Park "Autumn Night Walk" Guide✨ The annual "Autumn Night Walk" is here again!!! The Japanese garden and bonsai garden are illuminated by stunning lights at night, with red leaves reflecting on the water—every shot looks like a blockbuster 🤩 Enjoy the autumn leaves by day and the lights by night—this is the true way to experience autumn! 🍁✨ 🏡 Location Information National Showa Kinen Park 📍 3173 Midoricho, Tachikawa, Tokyo 🚇 Super convenient transportation: · 2-minute walk from Nishi-Tachikawa Station (Recommended 🌟 enter directly through the garden entrance) · 10-minute walk from Tachikawa Station (Great for food hunting 🍡) ✨ 2025 Limited Must-See Highlights 💫 Japanese Garden Night Illumination The red leaves reach a new level of beauty under the lights The water reflections are absolutely stunning Pavilions and towers create a maximum atmospheric vibe 👘 💫 Bonsai Garden Night View The lighting is very Zen Better for photos than daytime A must for Instagram-style check-ins 📸 💫 Day and Night Dual Scenery in One Visit Not enough of the natural scenery during the day? At night, it instantly transforms into a dreamy fairyland One ticket, two experiences ✨ 📅 Event Dates 10/30/2025 - 11/30/2025 (Don’t miss it!) ⏰ Nighttime Hours 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Last entry at 8:00 PM) 💰 Money-Saving Tips 🎫 Combo tickets are the best deal: Adults 1600 JPY 💰 Discounts for students/seniors Free for elementary school children and younger ⚠️ Helpful Tips 👗 Outfit Suggestions: Light-colored clothes are more photogenic Bring a jacket for the big temperature difference between morning and night 🧥 📸 Photo Spots: Must-capture reflections on the garden lake The arched bridge at night is breathtaking 🚶 Recommended Visit Duration: Allow 3-4 hours Wear comfortable shoes! The park is huge 👟 👥 Crowd Avoidance Tips: Weekends are crowded Recommended to enter after 6:00 PM on weekdays 💡 Hidden Experience: You can rent a kimono at the Japanese garden entrance Don’t forget to try the limited-edition autumn leaf sweets 🍡 Quickly save this guide and seize the most beautiful autumn romance in Japan!💕

· -- 🫧 Want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? [SORANO HOTEL] is the perfect place for that! ☁️✨ 📍Address: GREEN SPRINGS, 3-1 Midori-cho, Tachikawa, Tokyo 🚶♀️Nearest Station: Conveniently located, just an 8-minute walk from JR Tachikawa Station and a 5-minute walk from Tama Monorail Tachikawa-Kita Station! The "floating infinity pool" is the symbol of SORANO HOTEL. The contrast between the blue sky and greenery before your eyes is so breathtaking you'll want to take your phone out for a spin. 🌈 The changing seasonal scenery is truly romantic, morning and evening alike... 💙 The hotel's natural, modern design captures the warmth of wood, creating a luxurious, relaxing space no matter where you look. This hotel truly makes your "travel like a local" experience a reality! 🌿🛋 The spa offers treatments that combine the power of plants with cutting-edge technology, leaving you feeling pampered and refreshed. 💆♀️🫧 Plus, Showa Memorial Park 🌸 is right nearby, so you can enjoy nature with a leisurely stroll or picnic. 🎒 SORANO HOTEL isn't just a place to stay. It's a place where you can truly "get in shape," "take a deep breath," and "return to yourself." It's a resort-like experience in Tokyo. It's a healing haven you'll want to tell everyone about, but you'll definitely want to return! 🍃 #SORANOHOTEL #TokyoHotel #TachikawaStay #SkyPool #GREENSPRINGS #RelaxingTrip #TimeToGetInShape #RewardStay #PhotogenicHotel #SummerCampaign · --

🌸 What kind of place is Showa Kinen Park? Showa Kinen Park is a vast national park located in Tachikawa City, Tokyo, about the size of 40 Tokyo Domes. You can enjoy the natural beauty of all four seasons, plus there are plenty of activities and events! --- 🎯 Reasons to visit 1. Enjoy breathtaking seasonal views · Spring: Cherry blossoms, tulips, and rapeseed flowers bloom all at once. Perfect for Instagram-worthy photos📸 · Summer: The sunflower fields are spectacular! You can even see fireflies at night in certain spots…✨ · Autumn: The Japanese garden’s autumn leaves are so beautiful, it feels like you’re in Kyoto🍁 · Winter: Illumination events and quiet snowy landscapes create a romantic atmosphere❄️ 2. Plenty of activities · Rent a bike and cycle around the park (about 14 km!)🚴‍♀️ · Take a relaxing boat cruise on the pond🚣 · Enjoy a BBQ at the barbecue area, even without bringing your own equipment🍖 · The “Children’s Forest” has huge playground equipment perfect for kids! 3. Picnic paradise · The lawn area is so vast that even when crowded, you can find your own space🧺 · There are food trucks and shops, but it’s also great to grab takeout around Tachikawa Station and bring it in · -- 🕵️‍♂️ Insider tips and ways to enjoy 🔹 Weekday mornings are the best time to go Weekends tend to be crowded, but weekday mornings are almost like having the park to yourself. You can fully enjoy the peaceful nature. 🔹 “Nishi-Tachikawa Gate” is recommended over Tachikawa Gate The “Nishi-Tachikawa Gate,” just a 2-minute walk from Nishi-Tachikawa Station, is less crowded and a hidden gem. You can quickly access the pond and boat rental area from here. 🔹 For seasonal events, social media is faster than the official website Check Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) for real-time updates on peak bloom and crowd conditions, which are easier to follow than the official site. 🔹 Matcha experience at the Japanese garden’s tea house In the quiet Japanese garden, you can enjoy authentic matcha and traditional sweets. It’s popular with foreign tourists but surprisingly still a hidden gem. · -- 🚉 Access information Station Name | Time Required | Notes Tachikawa Station | 10-minute walk | Main gate “Tachikawa Gate” Nishi-Tachikawa Station | 2-minute walk | Hidden gem gate “Nishi-Tachikawa Gate” Musashi-Sunagawa Station | 20-minute walk | Access while enjoying nature walk · -- 🎫 Admission fees (as of 2025) Category | Fee Adult | 450 yen Elementary & Junior High Students | Free! Senior (65 and older) | 210 yen · -- Even if you’ve never been, Showa Kinen Park is Tokyo’s oasis that offers nature, fun, relaxation, and photo opportunities all in one. Why not get up a little early and head out on your next day off?🌞

🌿Tachikawa's Hidden Resort "Sorano Hotel" — A Healing Time of Sky and Green Away from the City's Bustle Sorano Hotel in Tachikawa, Tokyo, is a luxury hotel where you can feel the openness as if floating in the sky and the healing embrace of nature. It offers a quiet and sophisticated space perfect for couples. 💖 Recommended Points for Couples · Extraordinary Experience at the Infinity Pool The heated infinity pool on the rooftop gives you the sensation of floating in the sky. At dusk, you can enjoy a special time together while watching the sky turn orange. · All Rooms with Park View & Spacious Balcony From the rooms, you can overlook the greenery of Showa Kinen Park, with birds chirping in the morning and a quiet starry sky at night. Sharing a conversation with a glass of wine on the balcony is also wonderful. · Relax Your Mind and Body at the Spa & Wellness Enjoy a healing time together at the spa using natural materials. Yoga and fitness facilities are also well-equipped for a healthy stay. · Restaurant "Dining Sorano" Using Local Ingredients Dishes made with seasonal ingredients from the Tama area are not only beautiful but also exquisite in taste. Perfect for anniversary dinners. · -- 🚶‍♀️ Recommended Date Spots Around the Hotel 🌸 Showa Kinen Park (Just a short walk) A vast park where you can enjoy flowers in every season. Cherry blossoms in spring, sunflowers in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and illuminations in winter. Renting a bicycle to tour the park is also recommended! 🛍️ GREEN SPRINGS (Directly connected to the hotel) A complex facility where Sorano Hotel is located. Stylish cafes, shops, and art galleries line up, making it a fun space just to stroll around. 🎨 PLAY! MUSEUM (3-minute walk) A unique museum themed around picture books and art. Exhibits change seasonally, making it perfect for a date that stimulates your senses. 🍷 Gourmet Spots Around Tachikawa Station (10-minute walk) There are many hidden bars and restaurants around the station, so you won’t have trouble finding a place for a second round at night. · -- 🌟 Recommended for Couples Who · Want a slightly luxurious stay for anniversaries or birthdays · Are looking for a place close to the city center but where they can also feel nature · Want to cherish their time together in a quiet and calm space · -- Escape the city's hustle and bustle and spend a memorable romantic moment wrapped in the sky and greenery at **"Sorano Hotel"**. 🌅💕

The bustling metropolis of Tokyo. While it’s often seen as a concrete jungle, there are many cafes and restaurants surrounded by greenery. Here are three stylish cafes surrounded by greenery that we found in Tokyo. 📍TWELVE GARDENS BAR&GRILL A restaurant cafe with the theme of an adult family restaurant. Surrounded by greenery, it has a great atmosphere suitable for casual visits or anniversary dinners. Address: 1F Akasaka Intercity AIR, 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052 ⏰ 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM 📍OKA CAFE A cafe inside Showa Kinen Park. You can enjoy pasta, bread, coffee, and more. It’s always crowded, so it’s recommended to go in the morning. Address: 3-1 Mokusei no Mori, Akishima, Tokyo 196-0035 ⏰ 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM 📍SIDEWALK COFFEE ROASTERS Located in the redevelopment area of Shimokitazawa. The terrace seating has a wooden deck and is very stylish. Address: 1F Mustard Hotel, 3-9-19 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 155-0031 ⏰ 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Who would have thought that in Tachikawa, Tokyo, there is an infinity heated pool with a view of Mount Fuji? This secret spot at SORANO HOTEL, suspended on the 11th floor, transforms a regular soak into a healing ritual with warm water and breathtaking mountain scenery—walking barefoot through the indoor hot spring pool and pushing open the glass door along a narrow staircase, the mist wrapped around the silhouette of Mount Fuji greets you, making every breath feel gentle. 🌅 Mount Fuji Sunset × Heated Pool Illusion, Every Moment Is Picture-Perfect The pool is heated to 38°C. In winter, soaking in the water while watching Mount Fuji turn golden red under the sunset, as clouds drift over the mountain peak, the water surface reflects the delicate changes in light and shadow. When the bright moon rises late at night, silver light spills over the pool, the distant mountain outlines become hazy, and the only sounds are the flowing water and your heartbeat, as if you are the sole guest in this mountain sanctuary. Remember to bring a waterproof camera—whether capturing the water’s reflection or a side shot with Mount Fuji in the frame, it feels like stepping into a poetic architecture book by Tadao Ando. 🏨 Gentle Design Details for the Detail Lovers · The corridor leading to the pool is lined with warm floor lights, allowing you to feel the smooth texture of the stone beneath your bare feet · The changing room is equipped with heated towels and herbal skincare products; after soaking, apply the citrus-scented body lotion, perfectly matching the mountain view · Hidden gem: A “Meditation Chair” is tucked in a corner by the pool—order a hot matcha and sit here to enjoy the mountain scenery, maximizing the Japanese-style relaxation On-site Tips: The best time to enjoy the Mount Fuji sunset is from 4 to 6 PM, so it’s recommended to arrive at the pool half an hour early to secure a spot; it’s only a 25-minute ride from Shinjuku to Tachikawa Station via the Chuo Line, and weekday room rates are about 30% cheaper than weekends—this hotel that lets you soak in a heated pool with Mount Fuji views is definitely the most romantic hidden experience near Tokyo!

#cityplaybook #stunningview Just 30 minutes west of central Tokyo in Tachikawa, Showa Memorial Park (昭和記念公園, Shōwa Kinen Kōen) offers a sprawling 165-hectare escape filled with nature, culture, and recreation. Opened in 1983 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Emperor Showa’s reign, this park is a year-round destination for locals and visitors alike. Seasonal Highlights: In spring, enjoy vibrant cherry blossoms, tulips, and poppies, especially at the Cherry Blossom Garden. Summer brings lush greenery and refreshing water features. Autumn offers stunning foliage, particularly along the ginkgo tree-lined canal and in the Japanese Garden. Winter lights up with beautiful illumination events. Activities & Attractions: Rent bicycles to explore the 11 km bike trail. Stroll through the traditional Japanese Garden with ponds and streams. Kids can enjoy the Children’s Forest playground and interactive areas. Row or pedal boat on the park’s lake. Visit the small museum dedicated to Emperor Showa. Visitor Info: Located in Tachikawa and Akishima, Tokyo. Accessible via Nishi-Tachikawa Station on the JR Ome Line or a short walk from Tachikawa Station. Admission is ¥450 for adults. Facilities include cafes, barbecue areas, and seasonal events like flower festivals and fireworks. Showa Memorial Park is perfect for peaceful retreats, family outings, and nature photography all year round. #ShowaMemorialPark #TokyoNature #SeasonalFlowers #JapaneseGarden #FamilyFun #CyclingTokyo #Hanami #AutumnLeaves #WinterIllumination #TachikawaPark

#TokyoCherryBlossoms The National Showa Memorial Park in Tokyo truly offers a different beauty in every season. No matter how many times you visit, it never gets boring. Especially in early April, when cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers bloom simultaneously, against the backdrop of blue skies and green fields, the delicate pink cherry blossoms paired with the bright yellow rapeseed flowers create an unbelievably beautiful scene! The park is home to over 30 varieties and 1,500 cherry trees. During cherry blossom season, golden rapeseed flowers, colorful tulips, and many other flowers compete in bloom. Many people picnic under the cherry trees, creating a wonderfully romantic spring atmosphere. To get to the National Showa Memorial Park, take the Nambu Line to Tachikawa Station. From the station, it’s a 10-minute walk to the park’s outer area, and then another 10-minute walk to the ticket booth. Admission is ¥450, allowing you to enjoy the vast sea of flowers without the crowds. Highly recommended. #Tokyo #NationalShowaMemorialPark

Address – 3173 Midoricho, Tachikawa, Tokyo Environment/Facilities – Super beautiful Opening Hours – 09:30 to 18:00 Average Price – Adults ¥450, Seniors ¥210 Rating – 9 out of 10 Exit at the final stop of the Nambu Line, "Tachikawa," and it’s about a 10-minute walk to the park. The weather is refreshing, the park is very comfortable, perfect for strolling around and admiring the flowers. Near the restaurant area, the grassy section has many tables and benches, and many people bring their families or friends with picnic mats. It’s flower season, and the blossoms are beautifully blooming. At the end of the year, you can enjoy the golden, shining ginkgo avenue. Each season offers different beautiful scenery. You can also rent bicycles; after walking a bit from the entrance, you’ll see a fountain, and nearby you can rent boats and swan boats. #ApplyForAprilHotelTester2025 #TokyoAttractions #ParkScenery #GreatSpotForFlowerViewing

#2024TravelReview The Showa Memorial Park was built in 1983 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Emperor Showa's reign. The park covers an area of ​​1.65 square kilometers. There are two ginkgo "tunnels" in the park: "Katarai no Ichiou Namiki (98 trees, 300m)" and "Kanal Yanai (106 trees, 200m)" at the Tachikawa entrance, as well as a traditional Japanese garden and pond. From Shinjuku, you can take a direct train to Nishi-Tachikawa Station in as little as half an hour, and Showa Kinen Park is just a 1-minute walk from the station, which is very convenient. The park offers bicycle rentals and a small train service, which makes it easier to explore than on foot. The most beautiful autumn season is at the end of November. The first choice areas to visit are definitely the Japanese garden and the Ginkgo biloba area. I believe that after seeing the photos, you will feel that there is no reason not to come here in autumn. There are also limited-time lighting events at night during the autumn leaf season!

Vietnamese cuisine at Vietnam Xin Chao Tachikawa South Exit. Opened in December 2023! Always full on weekends. The chicken pho is delicious, but the bun cha topped with fried spring rolls is the best recommendation. I was impressed when I ate it for the first time. I've eaten it 10 times already 😌 It's a taste that is easy to eat even for Japanese people. Showa Memorial Park is sure to be the best time to see the autumn leaves this weekend, so be sure to stop by on your way home!! You can also make a reservation from Tabelog ✍🏻 There are many Vietnamese customers in the restaurant, and you can feel like you're not in Japan... 🇻🇳 📌 There are also courses! [Vietnamese food stall course with pho and street-style grilled pork, dessert and all-you-can-drink (minimum 3 people)] ・Fresh spring rolls ・Fried spring rolls ・Papaya salad ・Vietnamese food stall-style grilled pork ・One of pho (beef or chicken) or bun bo hue (pho with vinegar and chili pepper) ・Banh xeo (Vietnamese-style okonomiyaki) ・Vietnamese-style zenzai + course and 2 hours all-you-can-drink ¥3,000 (too cheap 😳) + course and 3 hours all-you-can-drink ¥3,500 Reservations are accepted for 3 people or more. I was surprised at how good the deal was... ⚠️The above course + roast duck + stir-fried Chinese spinach and garlic with 2 hours of all-you-can-drink is ¥4,500 No closing days/ 11:00-23:00📍 2-2-5 Shibasakicho, Tachikawa, Tokyo #Tachikawa #TachikawaGourmet #VietnameseFood #TachikawaSouthExit #TachikawaLunch #0YenTravelNovember #TokyoGourmet #Gourmet

Tokyo's Showa Kinen Park is an ideal place to admire ginkgo trees, especially in autumn when their leaves turn golden yellow, creating a spectacular sight. There are two main ginkgo avenues in the park. As soon as you enter the park, you can see rows of golden ginkgo trees interwoven into a golden tunnel. The ginkgo trees on both sides shine golden in the sun, attracting many tourists to take photos. The best viewing period is from early to late November every year. During this period, the leaves of the ginkgo trees will gradually turn yellow and form a golden carpet on the ground, making people feel as if they are in a fairy tale world. In addition to ginkgo, the park also has other autumn flowers and a beautiful Japanese garden, where visitors can take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the beautiful autumn time. Showa Kinen Park is easily accessible, and is approximately a 10-minute walk from Tachikawa Station. #Ginkgo #100 Ways to Travel

#Ginkgo #Maple Attractions: National Government Showa Memorial Park 📍Address: 3173 Midori-cho, Tachikawa City, Tokyo 🕰️Business hours: 9:30~17:00 (until 18:00 on Saturdays) 💰Average consumption per person: ¥450 💞Recommendation reason: "#National Government Showa Memorial Park" was built in 1983 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Emperor Showa's accession to the throne. Located in Tachikawa City, it covers an area of ​​160 hectares, an area equivalent to 40 Tokyo Domes, and has different beautiful scenery in each season. In addition to the natural beauty, there are also recreational facilities such as children's play equipment, swimming pools, bicycle paths, boats, barbecue areas, etc. Transportation Tips: The route with the fewest transfers is to take the Chuo Rapid Line from JR Shinjuku Station. It takes 34 minutes to reach JR Nishi-Tachikawa Station, which is connected to the park entrance, Nishi-Tachikawa Exit, by an overpass. If you get off at JR Tachikawa Station, you will need to walk about 15 minutes to reach the Akebono Exit of the park. Entering Tachikawaguchi, you will soon arrive at the CANAL area, where ginkgo trees are planted symmetrically on both sides of the fountain. About 200 meters long. The yellow ginkgo leaves covering the road look like a golden carpet, dreamy and magical. Every year, the lights are turned on from dusk, presenting a beautiful view that is different from the daytime.

🌲Showa Memorial Park🌲 🌷Showa Memorial Park🌷 💐Showa Kinen Park The Emperor Showa Memorial Museum💐 Showa Memorial Park, Tachikawa, Tokyo Flowers of all seasons "Flower Hill" has different flowers all year round to enjoy, this time it happened to be in full bloom 💎pink dish flower💎 The "Bouquet Garden" 💐ブーケガーデン💐 planted 18 flower varieties, and a small railway track shot 🛤, like a fairyland ⛲️ too beautiful 😍 There is also a boat boat in the park, which is perfect for family outings Admission fee Adult (15 years and older) 450 yen Seniors (65 and older) 210 yen Adults (college students and above) 450 yen Secondary school students and below - no material Children free Tokyo to Nishitachikawa Station🚄 about 1 hour From JR Shinjuku Station, take the Chuo Line Aomme Express (Aomae Line) directly to Tachikawa Station, get off and walk for 10 minutes to the "Tachikawa Entrance" From JR Shinjuku Station, take the Chuo Line Aome Express (Ome Line) directly to Nishi-Tachikawa Station, get off and walk for 2 minutes to the "Nishitachigawa Entrance" 📍3173 Aromachi, Tachikawa, Tokyo @showkinenpark 3173 Midoricho, Tachikawa, Tokyo 190-0014 Japan #foodphotography #100 Ways to Travel #check-in slot #Outdoor activities #Flower viewing

This is the hotel I stayed at when I went to a live show at the Belluna Dome. 【Sorano Hotel】 The building is mainly made of wood, and I was able to relax very well✨ There were many stylish restaurants around the hotel, so I had no trouble finding food. For breakfast, I could choose between Western food (galette) or Japanese food (fish), and I was able to eat a well-balanced breakfast without having to worry about what to eat, like at a buffet. It may depend on the time of day, but there weren't many people there, so I was able to spend a quiet time, and most of the guests were foreigners, so I rarely heard Japanese, and I was able to spend a wonderful time without stress even though I was in Japan.

SORANO HOTEL is a new concept hotel that was born in Tachikawa, Tokyo. The concept is [well-being] to be healthy in mind and body. It is only 26 minutes from Shinjuku, and you can fly away to an extraordinary place and enjoy various healing activities such as food, hot springs, spa, fitness and workshops. The whole town is filled with greenery, and it is a wonderful space wherever you look! Guests can enjoy free drinks in the lounge. After eating at the restaurant in GREEN SPRINGS, I spent a relaxing time in my room while eating side dishes and wine that I bought in the basement of Isetan Tachikawa. All rooms have a balcony and a park view, and the minimum size is 52㎡ or more! Comfortable size. The lush greenery of the park and the sky seen from the large windows make it hard to believe that you are in Tokyo. This is a recommended spot in Tokyo where you can feel the extraordinary. 📍Sorano Hotel Address: 3-1 W1 Midoricho, Tachikawa, Tokyo 190-0014 Access: About 8 minutes walk from the north exit of JR Tachikawa Station, 5 minutes walk from Tama Monorail Tachikawa Kita Station Direct access by airport limousine from Haneda Airport! ⚠Note: In order to emphasize the environment, we recommend bringing your own toothbrush🪥Please note that toothbrushes are not provided👀Non-disposable quality toothbrushes are provided by the hotel. (Charged) By the way, for every toothbrush purchased, one pencil is donated to children in South America✌️✏️#Tokyo #Tachikawa #TachikawaHotel #InfinityPool #FreeHongKongAirTicket

⌇ Tachikawa Oyster Basara A restaurant that serves everything from oysters to rice. It was the first time in my life that I could eat all-you-can-eat oysters!!! I was surprised when the oysters came out. They are rock oysters, so each one is big, plump, and really delicious. The soup and steamed oysters were also delicious, but the fried oysters in particular were not heavy and were gone in an instant, and you could enjoy them with various sauces. Above all, everyone at the restaurant was kind. The terrace seats have a nice atmosphere, and the oysters and alcohol are irresistible for people who like alcohol 🤤 ˗ˏˋ All-you-can-eat seasonal raw oysters 120-minute course: 5,300 yen (tax included) + free drinks for 2 hours 1,800 yen (tax included) *You can add all-you-can-eat oyster fries or steamed oysters for an additional 800 yen (tax included) 🦪ˎˊ˗ 📍 IZAI 3F B, 3-4-2 Shibasakicho, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo 3 minutes walk from JR Tachikawa Station! ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ #TachikawaOysterBasara #TachikawaGourmet #AllYouCanEatRawOysters #OysterBar #AllYouCanEatOysters #Tachikawa #TokyoGourmet #TachikawaDinner #Tokyo #Oysters #AllYouCanEat #AllYouCanDrink　#TokyoTourism　#777

The atmosphere is Manhattan 🇺🇸 At the entrance, there is a lineup of ramen shop original menus. Ramen shops are lined up around the stage. We visited the spacious space in front of the stage when there were no events, so there were office workers working on their computers as if they were in a cafe. According to the event information, comedy shows and magic shows will be held here in June. You can get there from both the south exit of JR Tachikawa Station and Tama Toshi Monorail Tachikawa Minami Station. Currently, the front of Tachikawa Minami Station is under construction. It is on the third floor of Arearea 2. The first floor is a supermarket. There is a parking lot in the basement for 300 yen per 30 minutes. Discount parking service available. Mon-Sat 11:00-23:00 (last order 22:30) Sun 10:30-22:00 (last order 21:30) 3-6-29 Shibasakicho, Tachikawa, Tokyo #Tachikawa #TachikawaRamenSquare #RamenSquare

Showa Kinen Park !!! My city escape from Tokyo 🤭🤭!! Just one hour local train ride from Shinjuku and such a peaceful place to enjoy canolas and colourful tulips . Something like our botanical garden in Singapore . But the park open 9:00 am only . I am sooo early and reach there way more early 😝😝. So I walked around outside the park ( that’s a beautiful running/ cycling lane as well) and wait until the park open . I see more elderly and they came here to enjoy their leisure time and me time ( coz I saw lots of them enjoy taking photos of flowers and some even bring their paintings essentials and sat down and paint 🎨 the park / flowers / landscapes. And also dogs friendly park , lots of cute cute dogs , and family picnic place. Such a beautiful park , and I felt like I am in their painting as well😜. Try to visit this beautiful park while you are near Tokyo . See you on the other side of the world 🌎!!! #japan #solotravel #naturelover

A freshly baked custard apple pie specialty store located right next to the central ticket gate at Tachikawa Station. The storefront is cute, and you can see the pie being made inside. The apple pie is crispy and really delicious. The custard and apple inside are not too sweet and are delicious. If you like apple pie, you should definitely try it. Freshly baked custard apple pie is 420 yen 2 Akebono-cho, Tachikawa-shi, Tachikawa Station Current business hours Monday to Sunday 10:00 am to 9:00 pm #TachikawaGourmet #TachikawaSweets #JR Tachikawa #RINGO #RINGOTachikawa #ApplePie

SORANO Hotel in Tachikawa🏨✨ . A hotel inside Tachikawa Green Springs❕ . The rooms are spacious and open🪟✨I loved the way they used indirect lighting..🤍The interior is so stylish I want to live there🛋 . The infinity pool on the rooftop with a spectacular view was amazing🤍✨I went in April and it was a little cold, but it was a heated pool so I was able to go🏊‍♀️🤍 . There was a gym, sauna and even a lounge bar, so I was able to enjoy myself in the hotel throughout my stay❕ . There were many people with children and it seems that dogs are OK🐶 . I was glad that I was finally able to go because it was so close🤍✨ #TokyoTourism #Tachikawa #HotelStay #LuxuryHotel #Tokyo

2-5-1 Akebono-cho, Tachikawa, Tokyo Basement floor of Isetan, in front of the north exit of Tachikawa Station I found a curry bento from a delicious-looking Indian curry restaurant on the basement deli floor of Isetan Tachikawa, so I ate it in the eat-in corner. There are not many restaurants with eat-in corners on the basement floor, but this restaurant has four seats and has a daily menu that you can eat there. The curry bento was authentic Indian curry for 864 yen, and it was not too spicy and was delicious. #IndianCurry #Swagat #Isetan #Tachikawa #IsetanTachikawa

"SORANO HOTEL" in Tachikawa, Tokyo 81 rooms, all over 52 square meters and with a balcony The highlight of SORANO HOTEL is the infinity pool 🏊 A huge pool that is 60 meters wide! ! ! Reminiscent of Marina Bay Sands It's close to the station and there are shopping malls and restaurants nearby, so it was a hotel with no problems 🏨 #Hotel review #Tokyo #Tachikawa #SORANO #HOTEL

1. Address: 1F Tama Shinkin Bank Head Office, 3-4 Midori-cho, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo 190-8681 Recommended points: Tamashin's main office moved here in 2020. Tamashin Museum also opened during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the entrance, there was a large work with a beehive motif. On this day, the exhibition "Drawing Eternal Misfortune" by Onuki Masanosuke was on display. In front of the exhibition hall, there was a goods sales corner, which had art books and goods related to the Tama area. The Mitsuo Aida exhibition will start on April 8th. There are fashionable shops and IKEA around the Tamashin Museum.

Enjoy the finest Wagyu beef! The loin and sirloin are especially delicious! The popular yukhoe is also delicious! The high-quality loin and sirloin are so fresh and high-quality that they can be eaten raw, and are lightly seared✨ We offer the best quality at a reasonable price✨ Perfect for a variety of occasions, such as girls' parties, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.♪ We also have a wide variety of menu items, including Korean soup, appetizers, and desserts✨ Lunch 1000-1500 yen Dinner 5000-7000 yen 📍Ozaki Building B1, 2-15-21 Akebono-cho, Tachikawa City 　3 minutes walk from the north exit of JR Tachikawa Station