Comments on: What NOT to Do on Mount Takao in Japan (VLOG Ep. 18)

By: Nora

Nora — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 20:22:59 +0000

In reply to Peter.

Hi Peter,
Unfortunately when I reached Shiroyama, the cafe you referred to was closed. Otherwise, yes – I’d say it’s an unexpected haven!
How did you get down from Shiroyama? Did you retrace your steps or go off the side like I did?

By: Peter

Peter — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 13:11:56 +0000

Hi there , just went to Mt Takoe on Sunday. It was hot and humid and I had a similar experience in getting somewhat lost at the same time as stumbling across a notice that warned to be beware of bears…who knew that Japan had bears?!! I didn’t but do now..anyway I just wanted to say that even though the hike is challenging in that heat.. once you do get to the top of Mt Shiroyama there is a great reward in the makeshift cafe/hangout serving great mushroom soup and oden, beer, snow cones and other special stuff…it’s worth the pain

By: Nora

Nora — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 19:43:58 +0000

In reply to GT.

Hi GT,
That sounds about right! It was a beautiful route….when there was a route to speak of 😉

By: GT

GT — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 15:35:22 +0000

lol just came across your blog while looking into Takao running routes and finished watching your adventure video.

Looks like you went all the way up to Mt Takao to Mt Shiroyama (城山) and descended a little-used route into Sagamihara! That was definitely a big hike, so well done!

By: Nora

Nora — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 15:53:29 +0000

In reply to Brad. Hey Brad, Oh yeah! Go for the onsen! Ha ha! They're very unique to Japan, and I'm sorry that I missed out on this iconic experience. Enjoy!

By: Brad

Brad — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 03:43:42 +0000

Mt. Takao was recommended by a local for a great trail run close to Tokyo. I am very comfortable doing 20-30 mile trail runs, but after putting in 15 mile days WALKING on concrete over the past four days in 87F/30C heat COUPLED with your experience captured on video on Takao, I might just go for a massage and a hot bath (I have one tat, but nothing a large bandaid can’t cover!). Thank you for the video…it pointed me in the direction of the nearest onsen vice hike.

By: Junyoung Choi

Junyoung Choi — Mon, 06 Aug 2018 13:26:32 +0000

Wow, thanks for the tips!! I won’t go in this hot summer.??

By: Nora

Nora — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 21:31:41 +0000

In reply to Ling. Thank you, Ling!

By: Ling

Ling — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 08:49:26 +0000

LOL, you’re so funny. Your blog is a pleasure to read. Happy travels!

By: Nora

Nora — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 12:19:03 +0000

In reply to Mike Hinshaw.

Hey Mike,
MAN – you were right in the middle of it all, staying next to Shinjuku! I must admit I kind of enjoyed being a bit out of the way of it all. Next time, try Kichijoji! Very trendy neighbourhood. 🙂