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Tama River Spot in Ome, Mitake & YOSHIZO cafe
ACTIVITIES Within an Hour of YAB

Tama River Spot in Ome, Mitake & YOSHIZO cafe

YokotaTravelEditor August 13, 2016July 16, 2020

I found a great Tama River spot in Mitake and a dog-friendly pizza restaurant called YOSHIZO cafe. If you are…

Art Aquarium, Nihonbashi Tokyo
ACTIVITIES Summer

Art Aquarium, Nihonbashi Tokyo

YokotaTravelEditor July 18, 2016July 16, 2020

Summer is one of the most exciting times of the year throughout Japan. As the temperature and humidity increase, excitements…

Lavender Fields on Lake Kawaguchi
ACTIVITIES Summer

Lavender Fields on Lake Kawaguchi

YokotaTravelEditor July 8, 2016July 20, 2020

The Kawaguchiko Herb Festival takes place in mid-June through early July. You get to see a beautiful view of Mt.…

ACTIVITIES Summer Within an Hour of YAB

Saitama Museum of rivers

YokotaTravelEditor June 21, 2016July 16, 2020

Saitama Museum of Rivers is an inexpensive and fun way to enjoy the hot summer. Since the exhibitions of the…

Shop for Traditional Japanese Pottery at Hanno Ganno Kiln – Hanno
ACTIVITIES

Shop for Traditional Japanese Pottery at Hanno Ganno Kiln – Hanno

YokotaTravelEditor June 10, 2016July 7, 2020

A short 30 minute drive north of Yokota is the Hanno Ganno Kiln in the town of Hanno.  They make…

Aneby Trimpark – now re-open in Hamura
LOCAL SERVICES

Aneby Trimpark – now re-open in Hamura

YokotaTravelEditor May 27, 2016July 16, 2020

The rainy season is almost upon us, and right after that we will be faced with the depths of a…

Tokuju, soba restaurant
FOOD Restaurants near here

Tokuju, soba restaurant

YokotaTravelEditor March 23, 2016July 8, 2020

Tokuju– There is a great little Soba restaurant with lots of character right out the Fussa Gate. They have a…

Daruma Doll Festival-Haijimadaishi Temple
ACTIVITIES

Daruma Doll Festival-Haijimadaishi Temple

YokotaTravelEditor December 31, 2015July 7, 2020

Looking for a fun New Year’s activity? Look no further than the Daruma Doll Festival, in nearby Akishima. A visit…

Fukubukuro- New Year’s “lucky bags”
ACTIVITIES

Fukubukuro- New Year’s “lucky bags”

YokotaTravelEditor December 29, 2015July 7, 2020

New Year’s Day is the most important Japanese holiday, where many “firsts” are celebrated. Some of these special firsts include; first prayer,…

LaLaport Tachikawa Tachihi
LOCAL SERVICES

LaLaport Tachikawa Tachihi

YokotaTravelEditor December 11, 2015July 15, 2020

Lalaport Mall is a beautiful, American style mall that opened in Tachikawa in 2015 (near Ikea and Showa park). There…

Kidzania! – Tokyo
ACTIVITIES

Kidzania! – Tokyo

YokotaTravelEditor August 26, 2015July 7, 2020

Kidzania is such a clever concept and an absolute must if you have kids. Arranged like a city, the basic…

Sushi-chu
FOOD Restaurants near here

Sushi-chu

YokotaTravelEditor July 31, 2015July 17, 2020

There is Japanese food and Japanese cuisine…Sushi-chu offers the latter – to the maximum delicious degree. Prices are reasonable, the…

Yasukuni Shrine – Tokyo
ACTIVITIES

Yasukuni Shrine – Tokyo

YokotaTravelEditor July 24, 2015July 7, 2020

Yasukuni shrine is a Shinto shrine in central Tokyo, close to the Imperial Palace, that commemorates Japan’s war dead.  The…

MoriPark Outdoor Village
ACTIVITIES Within an Hour of YAB

MoriPark Outdoor Village

YokotaTravelEditor July 18, 2015July 16, 2020

Near Akishima Station, only a 5 minute drive out the East Gate, is a huge “Outdoor Village” where you will find…

Hang with Hipsters in Shimokitazawa – Tokyo
ACTIVITIES

Hang with Hipsters in Shimokitazawa – Tokyo

YokotaTravelEditor July 15, 2015July 7, 2020

Be prepared to get pleasantly surprised if you get a chance to visit this small hipster neighborhood called Shimokitazawa.  This…

FOOD

Burger Mania – Tokyo

YokotaTravelEditor July 14, 2015July 17, 2020

If you find yourself at the New Sanno and you have a craving for a great burger, then this place…

How to ride the train
GENERAL INFORMATION

How to ride the train

YokotaTravelEditor July 8, 2015July 6, 2020

The Tokyo train system can be very intimidating to a newcomer, but it’s not that bad when armed with the…

How to buy a Suica card
GENERAL INFORMATION

How to buy a Suica card

YokotaTravelEditor June 30, 2015July 6, 2020

Train travel in Japan can be intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it, the sky’s the…

GENERAL INFORMATION SEASONAL FUN

Guide to Japan, Seasonal Activities and Sights

YokotaTravelEditor May 21, 2015July 16, 2020

If you are new to Yokota, or been here for years, this comprehensive guide can help you find new and exciting…

Shimoda Beach and Camping, Izu Peninsula
ACTIVITIES Summer Weekend Getaways

Shimoda Beach and Camping, Izu Peninsula

YokotaTravelEditor March 30, 2015July 16, 2020

For an easy weekend get-away, consider  Shimoda, on the Izu Peninsula. Approximately a four hour drive from Yokota Air Base, Shimoda…

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