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The Japan News Left: Ishibunebashi Bridge at Akigawa Valley in Akiruno, Tokyo Right: A view from Ishibunebashi Bridge at Akigawa Valley in Akiruno, Tokyo
The Japan News
17:30 JST, September 22, 2022
Lush green mountains and crystal-clear waters greet visitors to Akigawa Valley, a mere hour by train or car from central Tokyo. Accessible from Musashi-Itsukaichi Station in the western Tokyo city of Akiruno, the valley is a relaxing retreat where people can enjoy such outdoor activities as hiking, fishing, camping and barbecuing. On weekends and holidays, local groups run nature schools for children.
The Japan News People enjoy a barbecue at Akigawa bridge river park in Akiruno, TokyoThe Japan News Akigawa Keikoku Seoto-no-yu Spa in Akiruno, Tokyo
After spending a day in the great outdoors, soaking in the onsen hot springs at Akigawa Keikoku Seoto-no-yu Spa can be refreshing and relaxing. The facility, which was built using local lumber, boasts indoor and open-air baths and saunas that offer fantastic views of the valley.
Courtesy of Akigawa Keikoku Seoto-no-yu Spa An open-air bath at Akigawa Keikoku Seoto-no-yu Spa in Akiruno, TokyoThe Japan News A rest area at Akigawa Keikoku Seoto-no-yu Spa in Akiruno, Tokyo
Ishibunebashi Bridge — a pedestrian suspension bridge close to the spa — also affords spectacular views of the valley, which is transformed into a sea of vivid reds and golden yellows when the leaves change color in the fall.
