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Day hike to Mount Tanzawa via the Okura Trail, starting early morning by car from Tokyo and returning the same day.
This is a long and demanding winter hike, suitable only for experienced hikers who are comfortable with ~20 km hikes.

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### πŸ“… Date

Saturday, January 17, 2026

### πŸš— Transport

  • By car from Tokyo
  • Departure: Around 6:00 AM
  • Meeting point: Flexible within Tokyo (will be finalized based on participants)
  • Return: Same day, evening

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### πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Hike Overview

  • Mountain: Mount Tanzawa (δΈΉζ²’ε±±)
  • Route: Okura Trail (倧倉尾根) – out & back
  • Distance: ~20 km
  • Elevation Gain: ~1,600 m
  • Time: 8–10 hours (including breaks)
  • Difficulty: Hard – experienced hikers only

πŸ”— YAMAP Plan:
https://yamap.com/plans/code/ln1ZsiqOc025JltM4elczzanLC_n1PIgwXQjHMxphTi2KWSQcLDQyYHnbItCJ7SYu_I
⚠️ Winter conditions possible (cold, wind, icy sections)

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### πŸ’΄ Cost (Car Share)

  • Approx Β₯4,000 per person
  • Final amount depends on the number of people joining
  • Covers fuel, tolls, and parking

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### βœ… Who Should Join

Please join only if you:

  • Have experience with 20 km+ day hikes
  • Are comfortable with long ascents and descents
  • Can maintain a steady pace
  • Are prepared for winter mountain conditions

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### πŸŽ’ Required Gear

  • Proper hiking boots
  • Warm winter layers
  • Wind / rain shell
  • Headlamp
  • Food + 1.5 –2L water minimum
  • Microspikes (recommended depending on conditions)
  • Fully charged phone + offline map

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### ♨ Optional

If time and energy permit, we may stop by an onsen on the way back.

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### βœ… RSVP

Please RSVP on Meetup and send me a message on LINE :
πŸ‘‰ https://line.me/ti/p/rW9s9Vqrw6

Let’s kick off 2026 with a strong winter mountain challenge! ⛰️❄️

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