Night Hike at Mt. Takao: An Evening Adventure with Flying Squirrels and Wildlife

Highlights

  • Observe Flying Squirrels and Wildlife at Mt. Takao
  • Ensuring a Safe and Enjoyable Experience for Families
  • Encounter Other Wildlife Such as Japanese Badgers and Deer
  • Accompanied by a Nature Guide Who Loves Wildlife
  • Children from 5th Grade Can Participate Alone!

What to expect

Enjoy a Night Hike at Mt. Takao with Your Family! Discover the wonders of nature by observing flying squirrels, insects, and other nocturnal creatures. Why not take this opportunity to have a special experience interacting with nocturnal creatures?

About this experience

Starting at
17:45

Schedule

  1. Meet at the Keio Line Takaosanguchi Station Ticket Gate
  2. ◆Meeting Time
    The meeting time varies by season. You will be informed of the exact time after booking.
  3. Board The Cable Car
  4. Walking Distance Estimate
    *Walking distance varies by season

    June 15 to October 15:
    -To Observation Spot: ~30 minutes
    -Return: ~30 minutes
    -Total: ~1 hour

    October 16 to June 14:
    -To Observation Spot: ~30 minutes
    -Return: ~30 minutes
    -To Takaosanguchi Station: ~50 minutes
    -Total: ~2 hours
  5. Enjoy the Takao Mountain Night Hike
    -Flying Squirrel Observation:
    Observe flying squirrels gliding in the night.

    -Insect Observation:
    Learn about nocturnal insects.

    -Wildlife Exploration:
    Look for other wildlife like Japanese badgers and deer.
  6. Board The Cable Car
    *From mid-October to mid-June, the return cable car is not available. For families with small children or those who are not confident in their physical strength, it is recommended to visit during the period when the cable car is operational (June 15 to October 15).
  7. Disperse at The Site

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Line

    Takaosanguchi Station, Takao-cho, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan

    Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Line — Takaosanguchi Station, Takao-cho, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan

Reviews

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I saw flying squirrels, insects, and the night view.
Posted Date: 2025/09/01
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I never expected to see flying flying squirrels four times! I participated hoping to see at least once, and the result exceeded my expectations.

On the round trip from the cable car station to the flying squirrel observation point, I encountered various insects, including the light green giant silk moth, stag beetles, stick insects, and horse cicadas. I even came across the rare thorn stick insect.

On the way back, I also heard the calls of the flying squirrels. It was a tour filled with very en…
I never expected to see flying flying squirrels four times! I participated hoping to see at least once, and the result exceeded my expectations.

On the round trip from the cable car station to the flying squirrel observation point, I encountered various insects, including the light green giant silk moth, stag beetles, stick insects, and horse cicadas. I even came across the rare thorn stick insect.

On the way back, I also heard the calls of the flying squirrels. It was a tour filled with very enjoyable nature experiences. The night view from Yakoin was beautiful as well.

After the experience, they also sent me photos and videos taken with a night vision scope. There were cute stickers and a can badge as gifts, making for great memories.

Thank you very much!
ムササビが飛ぶところを4回も見ることが出来るとは、思ってませんでした。1回でも見ることが出来ればと思って参加。結果は、期待以上の回数を見ることが出来ました。
ケーブルカーの下車駅からムササビ観察ポイントの往復の道すがらでは、さまざまな昆虫にも出会いました。薄いミドリのオオミズアオ、コクワガタ、ナナフシ、ウマオイ、などなど。珍しいトゲナナフシにも出会いました。
帰り道では、ムササビの鳴き声も聞きました。
とても楽しい自然体験が満載ツアーでした。
薬王院から見た夜景もキレイでした。

体験後、暗視スコープで撮影し…
ムササビが飛ぶところを4回も見ることが出来るとは、思ってませんでした。1回でも見ることが出来ればと思って参加。結果は、期待以上の回数を見ることが出来ました。
ケーブルカーの下車駅からムササビ観察ポイントの往復の道すがらでは、さまざまな昆虫にも出会いました。薄いミドリのオオミズアオ、コクワガタ、ナナフシ、ウマオイ、などなど。珍しいトゲナナフシにも出会いました。
帰り道では、ムササビの鳴き声も聞きました。
とても楽しい自然体験が満載ツアーでした。
薬王院から見た夜景もキレイでした。

体験後、暗視スコープで撮影した写真と動画も送ってくださいました。
かわいいステッカーと缶バッジのプレゼントもあり、いい思い出になりました。

ありがとうございました。
Machine translated from Japanese

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