Mt. Takao Hiking Tour & Vegan Zen Food (Shojin Ryori)
Hike up Mt. Takao led by a knowledgeable guide and enjoy a shojin ryori meal that is both vegan and vegetarian at a centuries-old temple in the forest.
Highlights
Enjoy the natural beauty of nature during a scenic hike to Mt. Takao, a great Tokyo day trip
Visit Yakuo-in, a sacred mountain temple established in the 8th century
Enjoy a shojin ryori meal that is both vegan and vegetarian at the temple
10 meals
Experience Details
Less than an hour by train from central Tokyo, Mt. Takao, considered a sacred mountain, is a popular day trip destination year-round. To reach the summit, visitors can opt to hike in nature using the paved trails or enjoy the scenic views from the top of an observatory that can be reached by chair lift or cable car. In this experience, a specialist guide who knows the trails will pick the best route for you depending on your preference and time of year, and you can enjoy hiking this scenic area while learning about its rich history.
But it doesn’t end there. Near the summit, you’ll reach Yakuo-in temple, a heritage site with over 1,000 years of history that has been protected for centuries. A Zen Buddhist temple, one of the most important tenets it upholds is that every life is sacred and bounties of nature must be brought forth. Therefore, vegan meals following the principles of Zen Buddhist cuisine (shojin ryori) are served onsite. With a colorful assortment of seasonal ingredients prepared innovatively, these meals are both healthy and replenishing for body and mind — and in this experience, you will enjoy a shojin ryori meal for lunch. Relish in the comforting flavors of this centuries-old culinary tradition, and take in the verdant views from the temple while your host tells you all about Mt. Takao on this unforgettable hiking trip.
Inclusions
Mt. Takao guided hike
Vegetarian shojin ryori lunch
Mountain temple visit
Exclusions
Transportation to the meeting point and from the drop off point
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at Takaosanguchi Station (Keio Railway). More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please specify so at the time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 week before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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