Last updated March 31, 2024
Feel and enjoy Okutama’s Nature
32. Okutama
Okutama is the westerner area of Tokyo. Is about one hour and half from the Central Tokyo and offers rich and vast natural resources hard to believe in Tokyo. It is a very popular course for visitors who like outdoor entertainments, where you can enjoy the astounding scenery of Okutama´s Nature.
- Tama
- Culture/History
- Nature
Route
Select a spot to see details such as tourist information and barrier-free information.
- Start JROkutama Station
About 3 min. on foot
About 160 meters - Spot1 Okutama Visitor Center
About 12 min. on foot
About 700 meters - Spot2 Hikawa International Trout fishing spot
About 10min. on foot
About 550 meters - Bus Stop Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, othersOkutama eki Bus Stop
About 15 minutes by bus
17th stop - Bus Stop Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, othersOkutama-ko Bus Stop
About 2 min. on foot
About 110 meters - Spot3 Okutama Water and Green Museum
On foot
- Spot4 Okutama Lake
On foot
- Bus Stop Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, othersOkutama-ko Bus Stop
About 15 minutes by bus
17th stop - Bus Stop Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, others Okutama eki Bus Stop
About 1 min. on foot
About 30 meters - Goal JROkutama Station
- Information used in the creation of this website was current as of January 2023
- Indicated route travel times are calculated based on a speed of about 60 meters/minute
Route Details
There is also useful information for when you actually visit a spot, such as the time required, details on restrooms, and travel time between spots.
Explanation of PictogramsNote Items are indicated in dark blue if applicable.
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- Wheelchair-accessible restroom (located within the ticket gates at train and subway stations unless noted otherwise)
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- Nursing area (with diaper-changing table, unless noted otherwise)
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- Written communication possible through communication boards or paper
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- Osotomate-friendly facility
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- Parking for the impaired
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- Explanations, etc. available through tactile maps or in Braille
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Start JR Okutama Station
The course starts at JR Okutama Station.
For station details, refer to the JR East website. -
About 3 min. on foot
About 160 meters -
Spot1 Okutama Visitor Center About 10 minutes
Visitor Center is a kind of information center for enjoying/using the parks with showing nature(Landform, Geological features, and Flora/Fauna) and culture items clarity located in National Parks, Quasi-National Parks, and Prefectural Nature Parks.
Including above things, Okutama Visitor Center is also guiding you the trail situation and how to use the Parks. In addition, a walking with tour guide and natural activities as well. We await you to visit our center.Accessibility Information
For observation of 2nd. floor with wheelchair, you can enter from the slope to the 2nd. floor provided outside of the center. In usual, it is locked. So, you please call us once in advance. Due to COVID-19, the exhibition via Hands-on is limited.
Restroom Information
Men’s Toilet, Women’s Toilet, Multi-purpose Toilet are available.
Ostomate, Fitting Board, baby Chair and folding bed are provided in the Multi-purpose Toilet.Facility Information
- Telephone number
- 0428-83-2037
- Address
- 171-1 Hikawa, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
- Fee
- Free
- Hours
- 9:00–16:30
- Closed days
- Mondays (in case of National Holidays, the following day)
- Official Website
- https://www.ces-net.jp/okutamavc/
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details.
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About 12 min. on foot
About 700 meters Travel Tips There is a slope around Okutama Station. There is no sidewalk on the road to Hikawa International Trout fishing spot, so wheelchair users should be careful. -
Spot2 Hikawa International Trout fishing spot About 1 hour
The facility is located about 10 minutes away by wheelchair from the train Station, so is a very convenient fishing spot also for train users. The parking lot has capacity for 60 vehicles.
Accessibility Information
You can use the elevator or the slope to descend near the river. There is no pavement in the riverside, so wheelchair users will need assistance from a caregiver.
Restroom Information
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Facility Information
- Telephone number
- 0428-83-2147
- Address
- 397-1 Hikawa, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
- Fee
- One day pass: ¥3,800 (Bait fishing: unlimited, lure fishing: up to 10 fish), Half day pass: ¥2,200 (Bait fishing & lure fishing: up to 5 fish, from 11:50), Rental rod: ¥400, salmon roe: ¥400, grape bug: ¥600.
- Hours
- Mar–Nov: 8:00–15:30; Dec–Feb: 9:00–15:00
- Closed days
- Mar-Nov, Mondays; Dec-Feb, Mondays & Tuesdays (except Holidays); also closes days of severe bad weather or similar reasons.
- Official Website
- https://www.okutamas.co.jp/kokusai/
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details.
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About 10 min. on foot
About 550 meters Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, others Okutama eki Bus Stop
About 15 minutes by bus
17th stop Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, others Okutama-ko Bus Stop
About 2 min. on foot
About 110 meters -
Spot3 Okutama Water and Green Museum About 1 hour
The facility is a place that introduces the History and Culture of Okutama, the mechanism of the Dam and the great value of water and greenery, all in an easy to understand way.
At the Museum you can find also the “Okutama 3D Theater” and enjoy learning with the exhibitions and images.Accessibility Information
The Exhibition Halls counts with slopes and you can go smoothly to the 2nd Floor. You can use the elevator to go the 2nd Floor.
Restroom Information
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Facility Information
- Telephone number
- 0428-86-2731
- Address
- 5 Hara, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
- Fee
- Free
- Hours
- 9:30–17:00
- Closed days
- Wednesdays (in case of National Holidays,the following day)
Official Website
Bureau of Waterworks Tokyo Metropolitan Government
https://www.waterworks.metro.tokyo.jp/
Okutama Town
https://www.town.okutama.tokyo.jp/
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details. -
On foot
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Spot4 Okutama Lake About 1 hour
Lake Okutama is an artificial lake created by damming up the Tama River with the Ogouchi Dam. Is the largest reservoir exclusively for water supply in Japan. All year around you can enjoy the impressive landscapes and natural environment.
Accessibility Information
The pathway to the Ogouchi Damm is flat and paved, so you can go smoothly with a wheelchair.
Restroom Information
There is one wheelchair-accessible restroom near Okutama Water and Green Museum.
Facility Information
- Telephone number
- ─
- Address
- 5 Hara, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
- Fee
- Free to explore
- Hours
- Free to explore
- Closed days
- Free to explore
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details.
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On foot
Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, others Okutama-ko Bus Stop
About 15 minutes by bus
17th stop Nishi Tokyo Bus 奥09・奥12, others Okutama eki Bus Stop
About 1 min. on foot
About 30 meters -
Goal JR Okutama Station
The course finishes at JR Okutama Station.
For station details, refer to the JR East website.
Sightseeing spots around Okutama
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Spot5 Okutama Lake Ikoi-no-michi
A 12 km trail that stretches from the Ogouchi Dam, where you can enjoy the nature around the Lake.(Closed from Dec. to Apr.)
Accessibility Information
The path until the memorial stone monument is paved. From the entrance of Ikoi no michi there is a path with gravel for about 2 km. From there, it changes to a mountain trail.
Restroom Information
There are no wheelchair-accessible restrooms on Ikoi-no-michi, so it is recommended that you leave near Okutama Water and Green Museum.
Facility Information
- Telephone number
- ─
- Address
- Hara, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
- Fee
- Free to explore
- Hours
- Free to explore
- Closed days
- Closed from Dec. to Apr.
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details.
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Spot6 Okutama Forest Therapy Road,
Fragrance Road “Toke-Trail”
Okutama Town, located in the westernmost part of Tokyo, is a town blessed with vast forests and valleys, and the entire area is included in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park. In order to refresh your mind and body in this natural environment, we offer a healing time unique to Okutama.
Japan’s first forest therapy trail created specifically for that purpose. We offer a time of relax. How about refresh your five senses with the forest atmosphere?Accessibility Information
There is a wheelchair monorail installed, and is possible to guide you to viewing stations where appreciate the scenery. (Monorail subject to fee, and reservation required; please ask in advance).
Restroom Information
Wheelchair users can use the two restrooms on the Tokei Trail. (Toilet can be used during the tour, so please make a reservation in advance.)
Facility Information
- Telephone number
- 0428-83-8855（Okutama Regional Development Foundation）
- Address
- 940 Hikawa, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
（executive office：215-6 Hikawa, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun） - Fee
- It depends on the tour plan
- Hours
- 8:30–17:15
- Closed days
- Irregular holidays
- Official Website
- https://www.okutama-therapy.com/
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details.
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Spot7 Okutama Onsen Moegi-no-yu
A 100% natural hot spring waters were you can enjoy day use baths. There are indoor and outdoor baths, and also a communal foot bath, which offers nice views of the mountains, forest and Tamagawa River.
Accessibility Information
There are stairs at the facility entry, so it is difficult to access with wheelchair. Discounts for disabled people available. The bath is accessible if accompanied by a caregiver of the same sex (please, ask in advance).
Restroom Information
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Facility Information
- Telephone number
- 0428-82-7770
- Address
- 119-1 Hikawa, Okutama-machi, Nishitama-gun
- Fee
- ¥950 (¥100 may be added depending on the season)
- Hours
- Apr–Nov: 10:00–20:00; Dec–Mar: 10:00–19:00
- Closed days
- Mondays (in case of National Holidays, the following day)
- Official Website
- http://www.okutamas.co.jp
*This information was current as of January 2024. Contact individual facilities to confirm details.
