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  • NATURE
  • SAKE
  • FOOD

Explore Japan’s Original Scenery and Savor Traditional Culture and Cuisine

The forested mountainous area that serves as Tokyo’s water source is surrounded by rich nature and continues to preserve its long-standing traditions and culture. The kind-hearted people who live there will surely enrich your travel experience.

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Schedule
8:30
JR Itsukaichi Line "Musashi-Itsukaichi Station"
9:00
Ishibune-bashi Bridge / Ryushu-In Temple (Otsu-Hana-no-sato Flower Village)
10:00～11:00
Akigawa-keikoku Valley Seoto-no-Yu (Foot Bath)
11:30～13:00
Kurochaya Lunch
13:30
JR Musashi-Itsukaichi Station → JR Ome Line "Fussa Station"
14:00～16:00
Tamura-shuzojyo Sake Brewery Tour & Tamagawa River Walk
17:00
SORANO HOTEL Dinner

From JR Ome Line "Tachikawa Station" heading south. Transfer at Haijima Station to the JR Itsukaichi Line southbound.(Direct service available from Tachikawa Station to Musashi-Itsukaichi). Approx. 35 minutes. To reach Ishibune-bashi Bridge, take the bus from "Musashi-Itsukaichi Station" to "Juroki." Approx. 15 minutes.

9:00Ishibune-bashi Bridge / Ryushu-In Temple (Otsu-Hana-no-sato Flower Village)A Beautiful Gorge that Captivates with Each Season

Ishibune-bashi Bridge, a 96-meter-long suspension bridge, over the Akigawa River in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park, is a popular spot where you can enjoy one of Tokyo’s stunning scenic gorges.

Nearby, the area known as “Otsu-Hana-no-sato Flower Village,” features beautiful flowers planted     and cultivated by local residents throughout the village, creating a paradise-like scene in spring and stunning autumn foliage with vibrant colors.

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  • Ishibune-bashi Bridge / Ryushu-In Temple (Otsu-Hana-no-sato Flower Village)
  • Address : 1422 Otsu, Akiruno City, Tokyo (Ryushu-In Temple)
  • Contact : 042-596-0514 (Akiruno City Tourism Association)
  • URL : https://www.akirunokanko.com
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It's about a 5-minute walk from Faret Tachikawa to Akigawa Valley Seoto-no-Yu.

10:00～11:00Akigawa-keikoku Valley Seoto-no-Yu (Foot Bath)Relax and Heal in the Free Foot Bath

This renowned hot spring has won the national title for “Best Skin” three times in various competitions across the country. The spring water, which emerges from 1,500 meters underground, boasts a pH of 10.01 and is characterized by its silky texture. Outside the paid bathing facility, there is a free foot bath where you can easily stop by on your way back from exploring the countryside. Enjoy a lush forest bathing experience while rejuvenating both your mind and body.

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From Akigawa Valley Seoto-no-Yu, take the Nishitokyo Bus bound for Musashi-Itsukaichi Station and get off at 'Nishi-Konakano Bus Stop.' From there, it's about a 15-minute walk to Kurochaya. Alternatively, it's a 7-8 minute drive (by taxi or other means) from Akigawa Valley Seoto-no-Yu to Kurochaya.

11:30～13:00Kurochaya LunchThe "Home of Hometown" in the Mountain Village Along the Gorge

Before your eyes flows a clear stream, blending seamlessly with the rich natural scenery. In early summer, the fresh greenery delights our eyes, while autumn brings vibrant foliage. Enjoy various local mountain dishes in a farmhouse built about 300 years ago. You can spend blissful moments in this cozy space, created over many years.

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From Kurochaya, take a bus or car (taxi, etc.) to JR Musashi-Itsukaichi Station. From there, take the Itsukaichi Line toward Haijima, transfer to the Ome Line at "Haijima Station." From "Haijima Station," take the train towards Ome and Okutama, getting off at "Fussa Station." Approx.30 minutes.

14:00～16:00Tamura-shuzojyo Sake Brewery Tour & Tamagawa River WalkEnjoy Carefully Crafted Sake from a Prestigious Brewery Established 200 Years Ago

This sake brewery has adhered to the motto “Carefully brewed and carefully sold” throughout its long history.The renowned sake “Kasen” is named after “Yokiizumi (springwater)” that springs from the brewery’s grounds. Part of the building is registered as a tangible cultural property by the national government, set in a landscape that embodies Japan’s original scenery.You can observe the meticulous sake-making process and enjoy tastings.Currently (subject to change in the future), tours and tastings are combined, and reservations must be made for groups of 10 or more.

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  • Tamura-shuzojyo Sake Brewery
  • Address : 626 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo
  • TEL : 042-551-0003
  • Reservation required (tours and tastings are available for groups of 10 or more.)
  • URL : https://www.seishu-kasen.com/
  • Google Map

From JR Fussa Station, take the train bound for Tachikawa or Tokyo and get off at Tachikawa Station. It's about a 5-minute walk to SORANO HOTEL. Approx. 20 minutes.

17:00SORANO HOTEL DinnerA "Well-being" Experience Through Cuisine

The hotel dining offers a menu that focuses on seasonal ingredients, providing delightful options for both the heart and body. Using carefully selected ingredients sourced from the earth, you can enjoy seasonal flavors based on traditional Japanese cuisine. From the rooftop bar on the top floor, you can take in a panoramic view of the mountains of Tokyo that you explored earlier in the day, creating a perfect setting to share memories and enjoy a wonderful time.

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