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Take a 3-Star Hike Up Mount Takao

Mount Takao is a 599-meter (1,965-ft) mountain in western Tokyo that has received a three-star rating from the Michelin Guide. It's an accessible, easy climb even if you have minimal experience with mountains.

By AAJ Editorial Team

The Top of Mount Takao

Fantastic scenery awaits at the peak, with Mount Fuji visible from the observation platform.

At the Peak

At the Peak

There's a beautiful marriage between autumn colors and Mount Fuji to be found in November.

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Mount Fuji can be seen peeking up from between the mountains in the distance.

Yamabiko Chaya

Yamabiko Chaya

While you're there, why not finish by stopping in at Yamabiko Chaya for some of the shop's specialty tororo soba?

- www.yamabiko-chaya.com

AAJ Editorial Team

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