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Akigawa Valley

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Akigawa Valley

A verdant gorge just an hour away from downtown Tokyo.

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The Akigawa Valley, spanning approximately 20 km from Akiruno City to Hinohara Village in Tokyo, is a vast expanse of nature that seems unbelievable just an hour away from Tokyo's bustling center. Loved by locals as a handy spot for experiencing nature, the valley offers breathtaking views of rural landscapes in every season, from fresh greenery to autumn leaves. It's also a popular spot for outdoor activities like barbecuing and camping.

For the best views of the valley, stroll along several walking trails available. Depending on the season, you can enjoy cherry blossoms, azaleas, hydrangeas, fresh greenery, or autumn leaves. The "Ishibune Bridge" (石舟橋), which offers a combination of a suspension bridge and a rural landscape, is a particularly popular viewpoint.

For those wanting an active experience, there are activities like barbecuing, camping, and sweetfish fishing. The Akigawa River features many shallow spots, perfect for playing in the water. Some facilities offer complete BBQ rental sets, allowing visitors to enjoy without any preparation.

Highlights

  • A 20km-long gorge where you can enjoy the beauty of all four seasons.
  • Easily accessible, being just about an hour from central Tokyo.
  • Areas for barbecuing and camping available.

Photos

  • Views around "Ishibune Bridge" during the autumn leaves season.

    Views around "Ishibune Bridge" during the autumn leaves season.

  • "Akigawa Bridge Riverside Park BBQ Land" where you can barbecue with rental equipment.

    "Akigawa Bridge Riverside Park BBQ Land" where you can barbecue with rental equipment.

  • The river gets lively with fishermen in early June when sweetfish fishing season begins.

    The river gets lively with fishermen in early June when sweetfish fishing season begins.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there multilingual pamphlets or signs available? (If so, please specify the languages.)
A

We have pamphlets in English. Additionally, touch-screen digital signage boards in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean are located at five places in Akiruno City. Locations include: Akigawa Station, Musashi Itsukaichi Station tourist info corner, Seoto no Yu in Akigawa Valley, Hotsukura Training Center in Akigawa Valley, and Akiruno City Hall Itsukaichi Branch.

Q

Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
A

Yes, free "Akigawa Valley WiFi" is available at ten locations in Akiruno City.
(https://www.city.akiruno.tokyo.jp/0000006583.html)

Q

Are coin lockers available?
A

Paid coin lockers are available at Musashi Itsukaichi Station.

Q

Are there restrooms?
A

Yes, available in various locations. Please refer to the "Akigawa Valley Comprehensive Map" for locations.

Q

Are there free parking spaces for tourists in the area?
A

The Jurigi Parking Lot is available for tourists and is free of charge.
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Reviews

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  • Vanessa Lee

    來東京除了市中心，想要排大自然走走看看，可以安排一天行程來此，這裡有充滿綠意的大自然，四季有不同風光，且距離東京都心僅需1小時車程，非常方便好安排!

  • Alex Wu

    這裡戶外設施齊全，在河水可以盡情地享受燒烤、還可以玩水和釣魚哦好有趣哦

  • 薛玉美

    這兒有清澈見底的溪流以及四季變化的滿山色彩~交織出來的景色美呆了哦推薦大家來這哦

Details

Name in Japanese
秋川渓谷
Address
Akiruno City, Tokyo
Closed
Open every day
Admission
Free
Access
(1) To Ishibune Bridge, Seoto no Yu, and Otsu Flower Park along Akigawa Valley: Transfer to the bus bound for "Kazuma - Harazawa Falls Entrance - Fujikura" from platform 1 of JR Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
(2) To Tokun-in & Yozawa Area: Transfer to the "Upper Yozawa" bus from platform 1 of JR Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
(3) To Metropolitan Komine Park Area: Transfer to the bus bound for "Imakumayama Climbing Entrance & Keio Hachioji" from platform 3 of JR Musashi Itsukaichi Station.
For inquiries
Akiruno City Tourism Promotion Division: 042-558-1111.
Address: 411 Itsukaichi, Akiruno City, Tokyo
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)

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