Climbing Mount Tonodake MUST-DO Day Hike near Tokyo, Japan
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Let's go hiking in Japan! this is climbing Mount Tonodake 搭ノ岳 in the heart of Kanagawa’s Tanzawa Mountains.You can park at Okura bus stop. It's as close as you can get from the trailhead.
Rock Eastwood
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Hey buddy. This where we put in for giveaway? Love it buddy!
I release the video soon. It will have giveaway in the title. Thanks.
excellent video too many things to comment on but the one that stood out was the view from the summit and your drone footage, enjoyed every minute of the hike
WOW! Rock! Well done buddy! You said 9 kilometers up? I'm a hiker myself but that's tough! Respect my man! 👍😁
Ya I pushed myself a little hard. I’m paying for it now. My legs are so sore. Lol. But it was worth it 😊 Thank you so much, Braxx! Keep hiking! 🌲
enjoyed your video thanks!
really hoping you can help with some tips, I live in Tokyo and planning to climb this peak on 31 October.
- I dont know when change of colours wrap up on this mountain and then snow kicks in, when was your video recorded?
- also if you know of any accomodation we can spend the night if we miss the bus back to Tokyo?
Awesome. You’ll love this hike. I believe this video was shot late Oct early Nov. whatever the publish date of this video is - was the day I hiked. I haven’t seen any accommodation near the bus stop. It’s pretty remote except for the campground but to be honest I never really was looking. There very well could be a Japanese style inn but certainly no regular hotels. There isn’t even any convi near here. But don’t let that detour you! You won’t miss the bus if you start in the morning! I always get back 3pm or so. You shouldn’t have a problem, Gavin. I hope you can enjoy! Rockie
Another wonderful vid Rockie. It looked like quite a challenging hike up Mt. Tonodake. At least you had a friend to share your experience with and it's cool she'll be climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in a couple weeks. You looked pretty beat up by the time you returned to the mountain base. You're correct saying we can't take anything for granted. We have to work for for results and keep our expectations realistic. Thanks again for sharing your adventures and travels. Cheers mate!!
I wish I can say I shared it with her - actually I barely saw her all day. She’s roadrunner and I was left behind 😊 Thank you so much, Bill-san. It was a good day to test my fitness which is sorely lacking. At least I know I have work to do lol I hate rewatching these in editing because I did see my face near the end and it was shameful haha. Got to step it up! Appreciate it.
Kita san in the Japanese Alps is a mountain that you should hit. Amazing views. I just started seeing your videos. Started with the Hokkaido trip. I lived in Japan a couple of times including a year of College in Sapporo and had a chance to travel all over the prefecture. Amazing. I am a big outdoors person and also a gear head. If you ever do a camping car tour again, please show us around the car! Thanks again for the great videos.
I appreciate that. Japan Alps - you're talking about serious hiking now :) Obviously these 5 were just simple day hikes near Tokyo. 100% Kamikochi, Nikko, Gunma and Gifu is where it's at but even those pale in compare-sent to say a Mt Rausu adventure into bear country. If there was a job I'd love nowhere more in the world to live than Hokkaido. I envy your experience in Hokkaido! I screwed up on the camping car video. I said I'd show around it and I totally lost my footage. Sorry about that! You're very kind Robb-san! Thank you.
What a nice hike. I don’t blame you for being tired. What a walk beautiful views a challenge and better views when success is achieved. Another excellent video.
Thank you so much Suzy Q 😊 It was a good day to be out on the mountain. Next is a camp with my new puppy. It will be interesting to see how it goes. I really appreciate it!
A great way to kick off your hiking is to climb a mountain nice. Good hike Rocky thanks for sharing ATB
Thank you so much good sir 😊
Nice one. Funny the way life works out. I showed up in Japan on a whim...a decade and a half later, long after the bright lights and boozy nights have lost their lustre, it's the damn mountains that keep me here. Just can't get enough of them.
amen to that! I came to Japan when I was 21. I had my time on the streets. Now I'm on the presuppose of a old man the nature activities is all I see. And though I shouldn't care it annoys me when people who never been to Japan stereotype it as a giant concrete jungle (because that's all the see on TV). Perhaps we should keep the secret for ourselves then? Nah... lets spread the word! :)
Beautiful as always Rocky! You aren't in that bad of shape if you're still climbing mountains
Thank you buddy but I was really sore after this hike. I've thought about retirement lol stick to camping and pizza rolls but I'm not ready for that yet I suppose. Reflecting, it was a fun hike. Appreciate it.
This is the life! I think so too. We are blessed. Great mountain!
Thank you so much. I screwed up and said 491m at the beginning. Haha that would have been a cake walk! Indeed this is the life 😊 Appreciate you.
Good place to hunker down when the next Tsunami strikes the coast!
Sure. Tsunami safe zone. But if Mt Fuji ever erupted it would be a bad place to be.
Mt. Tonodake looks like an amazing hike. Tremendous views. New sub here - found your channel last week when I searched UA-cam for bushcraft in Japan. I had to comment on this video when I found out you're a fellow Californian:) I hope your friend has a great experience in Africa and thanks for sharing!
I really appreciate that Dominique. My bushcraft skills aren’t really up to par. Hope I didn’t disappoint you 😊 but... I try. Thank you kindly for the sub & comment of course!
@@rockeastwood I'm glad to see all levels of bushcraft skills along with the different perspectives on it depending on where people are from. You're further along than I am, as I'm just starting out. Glad to be learning it in Japan, though - a beautiful country with lots of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
Very good my man👍
Hope your friend has a successful trip in Africa
Beautiful scenery
I’m sure she’ll appreciate the we’ll wishes! Thank you so much. Now get out there and stock up the freezer with some clean healthy meat! 🦌
As always great stuff bro still blown away by how pretty it is over there
Thank you buddy. That is very kind of you!
Great! Nice hiking video! Thank you for introducing me to a mountain I don't know! I enjoyed it very much!
Nailed It, Rockie ! Love The Drone Shots. Been A Swell Walk Along. Be Well, Friend ! ATB T God Bless
Thank you so much, Terry 😊 It was a good day to be out. Rough and tired me out but worth it. Appreciate that!
That will get you fit Rocky!
😊 indeed. If I did it consistently. But I don’t... lol thank you Vinnie.
What a view from the summit! Good to hear you have weary legs and breathless lungs and it's not only me. Sometimes when you are climbing and you are tired, you wonder why you do it, then you hit the top, you look around and it all becomes so clear. I hope your friend made Kilamangro, now that is a climb. I hope she filmed it. I know what you mean about getting out of shape and then getting back out again, it's 4 weeks since my hernia operation but not been to the gym, not been swimming and no climbing. I am so looking forward to getting back in the mountains but a bit worried what my fitness levels will be lol. Great watch Rocky San, cheers Alan
I've seriously considered retiring from hiking -- while I'm on the mountain. But then we get back to the car, get home and rest up and I'm ready to get back at it once again. It just gets harder every-time as nature is relentless on the fatigued and weary. I doubt I'be ever really get back into the shape I once was. And like you I worry about injuries or procedures. It can really slow us down and recovery begins to take longer and longer. But -- I suppose we just keep at it because we love the nature. The views and the fresh air. Thank you so much, Alan. Appreciate it good sir. Get 100% soon!
What a great hike Rocky it was candy for our eyes and ears .Nice capture and editing.
It’s a every day work to keep our body in shape and it doesn’t take long to get out of shape if we stop .
I am 64 and always did what I could to try to keep in shape but could’ve done more . I still do skiing (50 years) in winter and a little bit of cycling in summer never been a big hiker but I do admire those who do .Going skiing ⛷ to Whistler in January whit my son and his wife and also a friend of mine , this will be my third time skiing in the Rocky Mountains .
ATB
Hélène et Serge 💑
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I love ski! Well, I snowboard but being in the mountain during winter is the best. It’s not working out if you enjoy the activity. Or it is but it’s much easier than a jog or treadmill which for me is miserable 😊 Thank you for the motivation! I hope when I’m 64 I still have the ability to stay active like you. Respect. I suppose that all depends on the choices I make now. I appreciate it!
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Skiing in Japan is a luxury for us over here in Canada ...it’s very expensive ...around $4000 Canadian 😱
If ever you have time you can checkout my skiing videos ...there’s some quite good ones 😉👍⛷🏂
Have a nice week 👍😉
@@SergeCousineau I certainly will check out those ski vids! It's pretty expensive in Japan also I think. Most spots ive been to in Nagano and Hokkaido are at least $100 US a day. Though I don't go that many days. I can't imagine paying $4000! Good gosh. You must really love it! :)
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I can’t afford to go to Japan ....only in the Rockies on every two year and this is only since I am retired (2015) I ski here most of the time and is $225 (Can) for a season pass in Mont St-Sauveur (week days only) and I also go a few time at Mont Tremblant ($ 90 per day can)further up north (1 1\2 hrs drive) and their season pass is around $600 (Can for week days also ) .
So I can understand you not going often at $100 US per day ...🤪
Winter is coming here and it’ very close 😉👍
Such a beautiful hike and mountain. Wishing your friend all the best for her Kilimanjaro climb. ❤
I really appreciate that Arielle. It was a good day. I will tell her your well wished and good luck was forwarded! :) Thank you!
Excellent video! Keep it up!
Thank you so much, Jeff! 😊 I’ll try haha
Is there a parking nearby?
Yes, there is a huge parking next to Okura bus stop about a 10 min walk from the trailhead w/bathrooms. It’s a good spot next to the bridge.
Wow, awesome brother. I love seeing the notification of a Rocky video when I get up in the morning! Mid 40's is the new late 20's!!
I wish nature would tell my body 40 is the new 20's. I'm wrecked today lol. Thank you so much, Doc!
Very cool episode!
Thank you so much.
Let me ask, so you took the Okura trail? I understand it’s the easiest but longer, right? But not 9kms.. I think 6 something? Thanks!
Mari-san I did take the Okura trail. I’ve done this hike several times and I thought it was 9km but it’s been awhile and I could be mistaken. I believe there is a longer trail if you traverse and keep going to hit Tanzawa summit - but I’ve never done it. Okura is a great trail. If you’re trip planning, please put it on your list! You won’t be disappointed.
Awwww thank you so much! I needed that advice. Contemplating in doing so tomorrow with hubby.
Thank you for speedy reply!
Oh and btw saw you on your solo camp, the one with the raccoons.. that was an awesome video as well!
I’m convinced! I’m subscribing!
I’ll let you know how it goes tomorrow
Another thing before I go..are you a member of Hiking in Japan, a group in fb?
@@rockeastwood no, def won’t be traversing this time🤪
Awesome! Yes, please let me know how it goes! I hope Fuji-san can be seen so clearly for you guys! & I greatly appreciate the kind words and subscribe. Thank you so much. I haven’t seen the Hiking in Japan FB group but I will join!
Best of luck tomorrow!
Sold. We're banking on this one for a great day hike. Thanks. Do you have any other favourite hiking areas outside of Tokyo region?
Cool. You'll enjoy it! If you have time Oze near Nikko is a great 2 day hike. It's not a mountain but a amazing hike through marshland. Mt Bondai in Fukushima. Mt Aso and Kuju in Kyushu. It's hard there is so many! :)
@@rockeastwood thank you for the helpful tips.
@@branzo79 Anytime :)
Killer views!
Yeah. Not too shabby :)
It's a great mountain for hiking where you can see Mt. Fuji! It is a little surprised to have a mountain villa! It is a mountain loved by citizens! wonderful!
Haha I wouldn't say there villa's. Just wood bunks for people trying the Tanzawa mountain range traverses which take multiple days :) Thanks you so much buddy. One of my favorites for sure!
Thanks for sharing your outdoor experiences! Great views. Last time I climbed Tonodake via Ookura (in October) I was exhausted too. Coming down again was the hardest for legs and knees. Have you tried to climb Tonodake from the Yabitsu Pass? There is a bus stop and parking space for cars. Via Yabitsu-toge is very hard as you have to conquer different smaller mountains: up, down, up again… Yabitsu Pass (ヤビツ峠) 761m -> Ninoto (二ノ塔) 1144m -> Sannoto (三ノ塔) 1205m -> Karasuoyama (烏尾山) 1136 -> Gyoujagake (行者岳) 1329m -> Tonodake 1491m. My favourite mountain is probably Kintokiyama via the Ashigara Pass (parking space for cars): Easy climb, wonderful Fuji views & Ashinoko, Hakone views.
Thank you Vincent. I've only climbed Mt Tonodake starting from Okura bus stop. I always park my car next to the bridge. I will check your recommendation. I still need to explore more in the area. Even Mt. Tanzawa. I'm not familiar with Kintokiyama. Let me check! Thank you so much for that! It's greatly appreciated. I will research immediately :)
Awesome video, brother. What a great looking hike. Always nice that you can revisit the place that got you into the outdoors. I can certainly see how it inspired you. You definitely have to earn those summits, most dont come easy.
Dude. I'm still a little sore and it's been a week. This is getting ridiculous! :) I'm seriously thinking of getting on your level and getting my bike back. I'm in desperate need of more work outs and bike is good fun! Thank you so much for your kind words boss!
JAPAN Outdoors with RockEastwood Man don’t strive to be on my “level.” My bike hasn’t seen any dirt in weeks and all my recent hikes have been short and easy. LOL! I need to get back on my game too.
Smell N Roses You can take some time off. You’re clearly in good shape and I’m grossly not. On top of that I think we’re about the same age or... I would bet on myself as being older. I can’t afford long layoffs. It’s getting harder and harder 😊
JAPAN Outdoors with RockEastwood I’m 45. I’m getting old. LOL! I have to be careful with breaks too. It’s best to keep the momentum flowing!
@@SmellNRoses Same! 45. I figured we're about even -- though I try not to act like it. When I was a kid 45 was ancient. Now we don't see it that way lol Let the momentum flow :) I like it!
Outstanding Mr Rock! No question you earned it! What a mountain, what a view, I would have to train for years to do something like that Lol! and as for your friend doing Kilimanjaro, well I guess we can all dream.......Fantastic intro yet again and a pleasure to watch as always. Have a great week my friend 👍👍👍
You're very kind Anthony. I can tell you 3 days later I'm still sore. I think it's time I look for some flatter terrains to frequent :) I'm going to work on your tag this weekend. Thanks again for that! I appreciate your kind words good sir!
Great hike and edit brother!!! The views of Mtn. Fuji were awesome!!! Enjoy a chili dog for me 🤣
Lol I certainly did enjoy that chilidog :) This hike destroyed my confidence of what kind of physical fitness I'm currently in. I minus well go all in! Thank you kindly, Lewis. It was a fun one to make.
I feel your pain brother!!! I just got on the elliptical tonight for the first time in awhile. It does make me feel better physically and mentally but I’m not a big fan of excercise.
@@wvoutdoorsman5326 Haha Exercise sucks! Maybe because we were military and they forced us. Now were like -- screw this.