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Hiking Mt. Daimonji, Kyoto’s most popular mountain (winter edition)

I’ve hiked up Mt. Daimonji before in the hot days of summer, but this time we are doing a 360 and trekking through the icy trails of winter!

Standing at 599 meters tall, Mt. Takao overlooks the city of Hachioji in the western region of Greater Tokyo.

The best hiking trails are the ones burnt to memory forever. This list shows the 5 best hiking trails in Japan that I’ve ventured on (so far).

Kitakyushu is a beautiful mountainous city in South Japan surrounded by the waters of the Sea of Japan and home to amazing walking trails!

Kyoto is a land of mountainous greenery, stunning natural landscapes, and of course, amazing hiking trails!

Kyoto is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Here are 5 of my most memorable viewing points across the prefecture!

Kameoka is an absolute haven of rich and colorful autumn leaves – from crisp golden shades of yellow to deep scarlet red.

The famous Kameoka Fog Terrace is engulfed in mist in the early hours of the morning in Japan’s cold seasons, except when I’m there…

Hiking up to the Heiwadai Observation Deck brings with it a hidden gem. The Iwasaka Inari Shrine shines bright at the top of Kameoka!

About an hour’s walk from Kameoka station, Heiwadai Observation Deck overlooks this scenic city of Kyoto with spectacular panoramic views.

In the heart of Kyoto’s most scenic city Kameoka, a touch of paradise is nestled between the mountains of the outer city – the Nakayama Pond.

A place where families and friends gather for hiking and camping activities, Amagase Forest Park is a scenic wonderland in Uji, Kyoto.