Day Hikes from Tokyo by Train & Bus

These mountains near Tokyo can all be done as a day trip by train and bus — no car needed. From central Tokyo you can reach the trailhead in two to three hours, hike, and be back the same day. They range from easy, famous peaks like Mt. Takao to the more rewarding ridges of Tanzawa, Okutama and Chichibu.

Every guide gives you the route from the nearest station to the trailhead, with bus and taxi timetables verified against official schedules. On the map and list below — sorted by travel time from Tokyo — compare access, fitness and trail times to choose your next day hike.