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Okutama, Tokyo

Discover Okutama, a super-green town in Tokyo where nature is the star!

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西東京バス 境橋(御前山トレッキング, 奥多摩) Mt.Gozenyama Trekking(Okutama, Tokyo)

西東京バス 境橋(御前山トレッキング, 奥多摩) Mt.Gozenyama Trekking(Okutama, Tokyo)

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Okutama, Tokyo
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西東京バス 境橋(御前山トレッキング, 奥多摩) Mt.Gozenyama Trekking(Okutama, Tokyo)
御前山避難小屋(御前山トレッキング, 奥多摩) Mt.Gozenyama Trekking(Okutama, Tokyo)
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Okutama Station in Okutama, Tokyo 3
Street in Okutama, Tokyo
湯久保山 1044m (御前山トレッキング, 奥多摩) Mt.Gozenyama Trekking(Okutama, Tokyo)
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Key Facts

Location
Western Tokyo, Japan.
Population
About 4,949 people.
Area
225.53 square kilometers.
Fun Fact
Okutama is so big, but has very few people, meaning lots of space for nature!

Where is Okutama?

Imagine Tokyo, the super busy city! Okutama is like its quiet, green cousin, way out west. It’s about as far from the busy heart of Tokyo as a long school bus ride! This town is a big place, much bigger than your school playground, but not many people live there. It’s a place where trees and mountains are the main residents!

Nature's Playground!

Okutama is famous for its amazing nature. Think tall mountains, sparkling rivers, and lots of green trees. It’s like a giant park for the whole of Tokyo! The air here is super fresh, and you can hear birds singing instead of car horns. It’s a perfect spot to explore and see how beautiful nature can be.

A Town of Quiet Wonders

Even though it’s part of Tokyo, Okutama feels like a different world. It’s a place where people live close to nature. Imagine having a backyard that’s a whole forest! This town is a special place that helps keep Tokyo beautiful and green. It’s a peaceful escape from the city buzz.

What Do People Do Here?

In Okutama, many people work with the amazing nature around them. Some might help take care of the forests, while others might work in places that help visitors enjoy the beautiful scenery. It’s a town where life moves a little slower, with a focus on the natural world.

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