Event has ended] Seasonal information is now available at Tachikawa Station! This month, you can enjoy early summer activities in Akikawa Valley and the Hydrangea Festival in Akiruno City [Tokyo Tourist Information Center Tama].

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Tokyo Tourist Information Center Tama
At the Tokyo Tourist Information Center Tama on the 3rd floor of Ecute Tachikawa in Tachikawa Station, local governments in Tama introduce local specialties and tourist attractions on a monthly basis.

How to enjoy the Akigawa Valley in early summer

In early summer, visitors can enjoy a variety of activities in the Akikawa Valley! Among them, barbecue is recommended for those who want to enjoy nature in a casual manner. Located about 60 minutes from central Tokyo by train, yet surrounded by great nature, there are many barbecue sites around Akikawa Gorge, which can be enjoyed by people of all ages and both men and women, beginners and experienced barbecuers alike. Visitors can choose from a variety of barbecue sites along the river, in the forest, or in the mountains, in a variety of natural settings. Some facilities allow you to enjoy barbequing completely empty-handed, while others allow you to bring your own equipment. Please try to find a barbecue site that suits your tastes!
Some barbecue facilities are adjacent to the Akigawa River! Some barbecue sites allow you to enjoy the river while barbecuing, so please enjoy the outdoor experience that is perfect for the early summer season!
Akigawa Valley River Park
Playing on the river in Akigawa Valley
Please check the Akiruno City Tourist Association website for information on each barbecue site.
Click here for the Akiruno City Tourist Association website!

Akigawa Valley Seoto no Yu

After a long day of barbecuing and playing in the river, you can relax in a hot spring located in the midst of the great outdoors! Akigawa Valley Seoto no Yu" is a hot spring facility with an open-air bath where you can hear the murmuring of the Akigawa River. It is also known as a hot spring for beautiful skin. There are cottages for overnight stays, a restaurant, a product sales center, and a free footbath. The product sales center "Asadoro" offers a variety of local products, including fresh morning vegetables, local specialties, handmade products, and specialties of the surrounding area.
Enjoy barbecuing and playing in the river, and then soak in a hot spring in the great outdoors to relieve your fatigue. We hope you will come to Akiruno City and enjoy such extraordinary experiences!

*When playing in the water, be sure to wear a life jacket and swim shoes.

Akigawa Valley Seoto no Yu
Akigawa Valley Seoto no Yu HP click here!

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