
What we’re about
Welcome to Japan Outdoor Adventures – a community for nature lovers, explorers, and anyone who enjoys the great outdoors! Whether you're into hiking rugged mountain trails, camping under the stars, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, or simply discovering Japan’s beautiful landscapes, this group is for you.
## ✅ Terms & Conditions / Disclaimer (English & 日本語)
By signing up for or attending any Japan Outdoor Adventures Meetup Group event, you agree to the following:
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### 🇬🇧 English
1. Participation Is at Your Own Risk
Outdoor activities involve natural risks (e.g. terrain, weather, injury). By participating, you accept full responsibility for your safety.
2. Personal Responsibility
- You are responsible for your health, fitness, and safety.
- You are responsible for your belongings and gear.
- Please research the route and bring appropriate clothing, food, water, and emergency supplies.
3. No Professional Guide
The organizer is not a certified hiking guide or trained in first aid. All info shared is based on personal experience and public sources.
4. Legal Disclaimer
You agree to release and hold harmless the organizer and other participants from any claims, damages, or injuries related to your participation.
5. Code of Conduct
Respect nature, fellow hikers, and local rules. Unsafe or irresponsible behavior may result in being removed from the group.
✅ By RSVPing or joining, you confirm that you have read and agree to these terms.
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### 🇯🇵 日本語
1. 参加は自己責任です
アウトドア活動には天候、地形、怪我など自然のリスクが伴います。参加することで、すべて自己責任であることを理解・同意したとみなします。
2. 各自の責任で行動してください
- 健康や安全、体調管理はすべて自己管理でお願いします。
- 持ち物・装備も各自で準備・管理してください。
- ルート・天気を事前に確認し、必要な装備や食料・水・非常用品を持参してください。
3. 主催者はプロではありません
主催者は登山ガイドや応急処置の専門家ではありません。情報は個人の経験・公開情報に基づくものであり、正確性は保証されません。
4. 免責事項
参加に伴い発生する事故・怪我・損害について、主催者および他の参加者に一切の責任を問わないことに同意します。
5. マナーとルールを守ってください
自然環境、他の参加者、地域のルールを尊重してください。危険・迷惑行為があった場合は、参加をお断りします。
✅ 参加申し込み(RSVP)をもって、上記に同意したものとみなします。
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Mt. Kawanori (川苔山) and Hyakuhiro waterfall hikeNeeds location
Mt. Kawanori (川苔山), standing at 1,363m, is one of Okutama’s local favorites — a beautiful long ridge hike that rewards you with shady streams, lush green forest, a stunning waterfall, and sweeping summit views across the Okutama mountains.
The highlight on the way up is Hyakuhiro-no-taki (百尋の滝) — a 40-meter high waterfall hidden deep in the valley that’s extra refreshing in summer. The trail follows mountain streams, crosses rustic bridges, and winds up a shady forest ridge before opening up to a panoramic peak — the perfect mix for anyone craving a full forest adventure near Tokyo.- Date: Saturday, July 26th, 2025
- Meeting Point: Kawanori-bashi Bridge bus stop (川苔橋バス停) at 9:00 AM
- We’ll take Bus #21 together from Okutama Station at 8:35 AM to Kawanori-bashi Bridge (~20 mins).
- Distance: ~15 km
- Hiking Time: ~6 hours 40 minutes
- Difficulty: Intermediate — steady climb, rocky/uneven sections
- Route: Kawanori-bashi → Hyakuhiro Falls → Mt. Kawanori summit → descend to Hotonosu Station
- Finish: Take JR Ome Line back to Tokyo from Hotonosu Station.
### 🚉 How to Get There from Tokyo:
1️⃣ Take the JR Chuo Line from Shinjuku Station to Ome Station
2️⃣ Transfer at Ome Station to the JR Ome Line to Okutama Station- Suggested: Depart Shinjuku around 6:30 AM, arrive Okutama Station by 8:24 AM
3️⃣ From Okutama Station, take Bus #21 at 8:35 AM to Kawanori-bashi Bridge bus stop (~20 mins)
✅ Important: Be on time — weekend buses can get crowded!
### What to Bring:
✔ Good hiking shoes (trail can be muddy/slippery)
✔ 1.5–2L water
✔ Packed lunch & snacks
✔ Rain jacket (weather changes fast)
✔ Hat, sunscreen
✔ Small towel (for sweat or streams)
✔ Trash bag (take all rubbish back!)### 💰 Participation Fee:
1,000 yen (paid in cash or via PayPay at Kawanori-bashi Bridge bus stop before start of the hike)
### How to Join:
If you’re interested, please message me on LINE with the event name, so that I can add you to the event LINE group where all information will be shared.
👉 Your participation is confirmed only after I add you to the event LINE group.
Here’s my LINE link if you don’t have it yet:
https://line.me/ti/p/rW9s9Vqrw6Please mark “Going” only if you’re sure you can join. If your plans change, update your RSVP early so someone on the waitlist can join!
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Come hike waterfalls, forest trails & big views with fun company! 🌿⛰️✨
Questions? Just send me a message — see you at the trailhead!