Akiruno City: Features, Popular Tourist Attractions, Gourmet

Akiruno City, Tokyo is a city located in western Tokyo that is full of attractive nature. It is easily accessible, about an hour by train from the city center, making it ideal for weekend trips or day trips.

At Akikawa Valley, which boasts a beautiful scenery created by the clear Akigawa River, you can enjoy activities such as camping, barbecues, and fishing. You can also enjoy the natural beauty that changes depending on the season, such as autumn leaves and fresh greenery.

Kōtokuji is an ancient temple with a history dating back to the Kamakura period, and is also known as a famous spot for autumn leaves, especially the large ginkgo trees in autumn.

Boasting one of the largest pool facilities in Japan, Tokyo Summerland is a leisure spot perfect for summer. There are plenty of attractions that both adults and children can enjoy, such as waterslides and wave pools.

At Akikawa International Trout Fishing Area, you can catch fish such as rainbow trout and char. You can also cook and enjoy the fish you catch on the spot.

At Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain, approximately 30,000 hydrangeas bloom in full bloom from mid-June to early July. The scenery created by colorful hydrangeas such as pink, purple, and white is breathtaking.