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Guide For Hiking to Oku-Musashi Nature | Gentle Trail from Kitamuki Jizou to Mt. Hiwada

About Oku-Musashi Nature Hiking Course

Oku-Musashi is a generic term for the mountains and hilly areas in the southwestern part of Saitama Prefecture.
Oku-Musashi Nature hiking course is a natural sidewalk in there.
It is a hiking course of about 11 km in length connecting Kamakita Lake, Kitamuki jizou, Mt.Mooni, Mt.Takasasu-yama, Mt.Hiwada, Kinchakuda, Koma Pass, Mt.Tenran, which is a landmark of Oku-Musashi.
It is suitable for beginner of a hiker because it is a trail that is easy to walking with a relatively gentle slope.

Map of Oku-Musashi Nature Hiking Route

Map of Oku-Musashi Nature Trail — ↑ Click on the image to enlarge. Open link in a new tab.

Schedule of the day:

Seibu Lailway Musashiyokote Station(9:05)
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Gojo Falls(9:45)
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Kitamuki Jizoson(10:20)
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Mt.Hiwada(11:20)
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Kinchakuda(12:00)
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Lunch break
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Koma Pass(13:00)
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Lake Miyazawa hot spring Kirari-bettei(13:30)

Gojo Falls was off limits on this day, I did not know whether I will come in the future or not.
The outlook from Mt. Hiwada is wonderful and Kinchakuda had a festival of Cluster amaryllis and it was very crowded.

Kinchakuda's Cluster amaryllis — Kinchakuda’s Cluster amaryllis

After Hiking:

After the running is over, I ran from the end point of Koma Pass and got to a hot spring about 30 minutes.
This hot spring is named “Miyazawa Lake Spa Kiraku-bettei”, the bathing fee of the hot spring is 1000 yen.
From Hot Springs to Hanno Station is about ten minutes by bus.
Buses are about 1 to 2 per hour.

Do you need a guide?

If you are looking for guide of this trail, please refer to the following.

Private Hiking Gide to Oku-Musashi Nature | From Kitamuki Jizou to Mt. Hiwada

Oku-Musashi Nature Trail Runnig | Gentle trail from Kitamuki jizou to Mt. Hiwada

About Oku-Musashi Nature Trail

Oku-Musashi is a generic term for the mountains and hilly areas in the southwestern part of Saitama Prefecture.
Oku-Musashi Nature Trail is a natural sidewalk in there.
It is a hiking course of about 11 km in length connecting Kamakita Lake, Kitamuki jizou, Mt.Mooni, Mt.Takasasu-yama, Mt.Hiwada, Kinchakuda, Koma Pass, Mt.Tenran, which is a landmark of Oku-Musashi.
It is suitable for trail running because it is a trail that is easy to run with a relatively gentle slope.

Map of Oku-Musashi Nature Trail

Schedule of the day:

After trail running:

Hiking Tour at Mt.Bounoore to adventure the valley ( 2018.10.07 )

HIKING OVERVIEW:

Mt.Bounoore’s hiking course includes very beautiful “Shirayasawa valley” and majestic “Arima dam”.
Furthermore, the final destination of this hiking course is a hot spring so you can relax and go home with natural hot water.
Of course it depends on you whether you enter a hot spring or not.

The altitude of Mt. Bounoore is 969 m and it is located at the prefecture border between Tokyo and Saitama prefecture.
The first half of the hiking course starts from about 400 altitudes and climbs this mountain at once.
The second half of the hiking course goes down the beautiful valley called Shirayatani.
When the valley trail is over, you can enjoy magnificent views of the Arima Dam.
Valley is slippery, so let’s go wearing shoes that are hard to slip.
The total walking time is about 4 hours and a half.

DATE AND TIME

Sunday, Octover 07, 2018
09:30 until 14:30

ENTRY FEE:

free

Please let us know the number of people and your name.
Reservation is here >>

BELONGINGS:

• Non-slip shoes

• Sufficient water (1.5 liters on this day)

• Light snack (Sandwiches and rice balls etc…)

• the mosquito repellent spray

• Sunscreen

• Trekking Poles (if you use them)

· Change clothes (if entering a hot spring)

SCHEDULE:

AFTER THE HIKE:

There is a hot spring on the goal of this hike.
The name of this hot spring is “Sawarabi-no-yu”.
Bathing fee is 800 yen, you can enjoy outdoor bath and various types of bathtub.
If you go into a hot spring, I encourage you to bring clothes to change.
It depends on you whether you enter a hot spring or not, if you do not visit hot springs, I will take you to the bus stop.

The way to go back to Tokyo from Sawarabi-no-yu is by bus and train.
First go by bus to Seibu Ikebukuro Line Hannō Station.
Seibu Railway Ikebukuro From Line Hannō Station to JR Ikebukuro station will arrive in about 50 minutes.
However, “the express red arrow” can be used with plus 500 yen.

Waiver of Liability/Disclaimer: Please read before signing up for this event.

These organizers are not professional hikers or trained leaders and are not medically trained to handle emergencies. Hiking is an inherently dangerous activity that can lead to serious injuries including but not limited fall injuries, poison oak. By participation in this event/hike you agree to not hold these organizers liable for any harm that may come to you, or your property. Always remember to let the event organizer know if you are leaving the group. Stay on the trail, never hike alone and use your own common sense.

Please let us know the number of people and your name.
Reservation is here >>

Canceled due to typhoon : Trail running with waterfalls and relaxing mountains tour (2018.09.30)

This tour was canceled due to a typhoon. (2018.09.29 )

DATA HELD:

Sunday, September 30, 2018
09:05 until 13:30

EVENT SUMMARY:

Why do not you train running relaxing a peaceful mountain where autumn signs drift?

Along Seibu railway has many hiking trails that can enjoy the rich nature.
Among them, the hiking course around Mt. Hiwada which is the entrance of the Okumusashi nature trail is well maintained, the gradient is moderate, it is the best course to relax and trail running.

Especially the view from Komataka on the way is preeminent and on sunny days you can see Mt. Fuji.
If you go down to the famous Kinchakuda with radiata flower, hot springs are waiting at the end after a loose hilly area.

If you do not visit hot springs, please be assured we will show you the way to Koma station by Kinchakuda.

If you wish to participate please let us know your name and number of people.
Reservation is here >>

ENTRY FEE:

free

BELONGINGS:

· Shoes for trail running

· Backpack for trail running

· Sufficient water

· Light snacks (rice balls, sandwiches, etc.)

·towel

· Sunscreen (if necessary)

· Change clothes (if entering a hot spring)

· Others you need in the mountain …

SCHEDUKE OF THEDAY:

Seibu Lailway Musashiyokote Station(9:05)→Gojo Falls(9:45)→Kitamuki Jizoson(10:20)
Komataka(11:00)→Mt.Hiwada(11:20)→Kinchakuda(12:00)→Lunch break(30分間)→Lake Miyazawa hot spring Kirari-bettei(13:30)

MEETING POINT:

Near the ticket gate of Seibu Lailway Musashiyokote Station at 9:05 am on September 30.

AFTER TRAIL RUNNING:

After the running is over, the event ends at the hot springs.
The bathing fee of the hot spring is 1000 yen.
From Hot Springs to Hanno Station is about ten minutes by bus.
Buses are about 1 to 2 per hour.

If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to ask me anything!

Waiver of Liability/Disclaimer:

Please read before signing up for this event.

These organizers are not professional hikers or trained leaders and are not medically trained to handle emergencies. Please carry a personal medical emergency kit and any medications you need. Trail Running is an inherently dangerous activity that can lead to serious injuries including but not limited to slip and fall injuries, fractures, rattlesnake bite, heat exhaustion, poison oak, ticks and frostbite. By participation in this event/hike you agree to not hold these organizers liable for any harm that may come to you, your guests, or your property. Always remember to let the event organizer know if you are leaving the group. Stay on the trail, never hike alone and use your own common sense.

If you wish to participate please let us know your name and number of people.
Reservation is here >>

Hiking at Mt.Bonore to Let’s adventure the valley and the waterfalls (2018.08.11)

ACCESS TO THIS HIKING COURSE:

From Ome line Kawai Station | 川井駅, we will arrive at “Bus bound for Seitoubashi | 清東橋” bus in about 16 minutes (260 yen) for “Seitoubashi | 清東橋”.

Sometimes there are buses that only go to the Kamihinata | 上日向 bus stop three stops before Seitoubashi | 清東橋 bus stop.

Click here for the bus timetable

HIKING OVERVIEW:

It takes about two hours by train and bus from Shinjuku to this course, but it is worth it.
Because “Shirayasawa valley” which can enjoy beautiful valley and waterfall is included in the course.
Furthermore, the goal of this hiking course is a hot spring so you can relax and go home with natural hot water.
Of course it depends on you whether you enter a hot spring or not.

The altitude of Mt. Bonore is 969 m and it is located at the prefecture border between Tokyo and Saitama prefecture.
The first half of the hiking course starts from about 400 altitudes and climbs this mountain at once.
The second half of the hiking course goes down the beautiful valley called Shirayatani.
When the valley trail is over, you can enjoy magnificent views of the Arima Dam.
Valley is slippery, sometimes you can put your feet on water so let’s go wearing climbing shoes that are hard to slip.
It rained on the summit of the mountain, it was very slippery, so the ride time was around 4 and a half hours.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Non-slip mountaineering shoes

• Sufficient water (1.5 liters on this day)

• Light snack (Sandwiches and rice balls etc…)

• the mosquito repellent spray

• Sunscreen

• Trekking Poles (if you use them)

SCHEDULE FOR THIS DAY:

Map of the hiking course

↑Click the image to open a map expanded with new tab↑

AFTER THE HIKE:

There is a hot spring on the goal of this hike.
The name of this hot spring is “Sawarabi-no-yu | さわらびの湯”.
Bathing fee is 800 yen, you can enjoy outdoor bath and various types of bathtub.
If you go into a hot spring and relax and go home, I recommend you take clothes.

The way to go back to Tokyo from Sawarabi-no-yu is by bus and train.
First go by bus to Seibu Ikebukuro Line Hannō Station | 西武池袋線飯能駅.
Seibu Railway Ikebukuro From Line Hannō Station | 西武池袋線飯能駅 to JR Ikebukuro station | JR池袋駅 will arrive in about 50 minutes.
However, the express red arrow | 特急レッドアロー号 can be used with plus 500 yen.

If you are looking for tour guide of this hiking course please refer to the following.

Mt.Bonore Private Hiking Tour in Okutama