Mitsumine Shrine
A major mountain-worship shrine in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park, set high among forested peaks.
All day trips & excursions
Mountain Valleys · Saitama · Tokyo departure · Private charter guide
Chichibu
Sacred peaks, river valleys and a quieter side of Saitama.
Location
Chichibu
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Tokyo to Chichibu
A mountain escape shaped by water and worship.
Chichibu offers an entirely different rhythm from Tokyo: wooded mountains, river-carved rock formations and places of long-standing mountain worship. With a private driver, you can combine Chichibu Shrine, Nagatoro Gorge, Mitsumine Shrine and seasonal scenery without relying on limited local connections. The route is especially rewarding for travellers seeking a composed nature-and-culture escape from the capital.
Nagatoro Gorge
A scenic Arakawa River landscape known for dramatic layered rock formations and seasonal colour.
Chichibu Shrine
The central historic shrine of the district, associated with the famous Chichibu Night Festival.
Hitsujiyama Park
A hillside park celebrated for spring moss phlox and views across the Chichibu Basin.
Tokyo departure itineraries
Take the road into Japan's mountain heartland.
All plans begin and end in Tokyo. The longer routes make time for highland shrines, river valleys and a slower overnight rhythm.
8 Hours
Day Trip
$500
A balanced first day in Chichibu combining its historic centre, a seasonal landscape and a scenic mountain-valley drive.
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Day 1 · Shrine, Park & Valley
Tokyo → Chichibu Shrine → Hitsujiyama Park → Nagatoro Gorge → Tokyo.
1 Night / 2 Days
1 Night / 2 Days
$1,200
An overnight route for travellers who want both the sacred highlands of Mitsumine and the river landscape around Nagatoro.
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Day 1 · Sacred Heights
Tokyo → Chichibu Shrine → Mitsumine Shrine → overnight in Chichibu.
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Day 2 · River Gorge & Return
Nagatoro Gorge → Hodosan area → local lunch → Tokyo.
2 Nights / 3 Days
2 Nights / 3 Days
$2,000
A slower three-day mountain retreat with time for Chichibu's shrines, valleys, seasonal gardens and local food culture.
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Day 1 · Arrival in the Basin
Tokyo → Chichibu Shrine → central Chichibu → overnight in Chichibu.
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Day 2 · Mitsumine & Highland Forest
Mitsumine Shrine → mountain viewpoints → overnight in Chichibu.
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Day 3 · Nagatoro Nature
Nagatoro Gorge → river valley scenery → Tokyo.
3 Nights / 4 Days
3 Nights / 4 Days
$2,700
The most relaxed Chichibu itinerary, created for mountain worship, river landscapes, seasonal nature and restorative local stays.
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Day 1 · Tokyo to Chichibu
Tokyo → Chichibu Shrine → local town walk → overnight in Chichibu.
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Day 2 · Sacred Mountain Day
Mitsumine Shrine → Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park scenery → overnight in Chichibu.
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Day 3 · Nagatoro & Seasonal Landscapes
Nagatoro Gorge → Hodosan area → Hitsujiyama Park or seasonal alternative → overnight in Chichibu.
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Day 4 · Leisurely Return
Local onsen or craft stop → Tokyo.
Per vehicle · Up to 4 passengers · Driver accommodation included for overnight charters. We will confirm the exact route and any itinerary-specific costs before booking.