Hiking is very popular in Japan. Especially day hike is popular among elder Japanese throughout the nation. If you want to enjoy the nature of Japan, I recommend to go for a hiking. The most popular place for hiking in Greater Tokyo is Mt.Takao in Hachioji city. Thousands of hiker visit each day and the number will increase during autumn. To reach Mt. Takao, take JR Chuo line to Takao and change to Keio line to Takao-sanguchi station. Cable car and chairlift are available