The Western Tama Area Map

Description:
This map shows streets, roads, railways, metro lines, hostels, points of interest, tourist attractions and sightseeings in The Western Tama Area (Tokyo).

About The Western Tama Area

The Western Tama Area represents Tokyo's most mountainous and rural region, extending to the borders with Yamanashi and Kanagawa prefectures. This area includes cities like Ome, Akishima, and rural towns surrounded by forests and mountains. Okutama region offers pristine natural environments with hiking trails, camping facilities, and traditional mountain villages, providing a stark contrast to Tokyo's urban character.

Mount Takao serves as one of the most accessible mountain hiking destinations from central Tokyo, featuring multiple trails, a cable car, and the Takao-san Yakuo-in Temple complex. The area supplies much of Tokyo's fresh water through mountain reservoirs and watershed protection areas. Traditional festivals and seasonal celebrations maintain rural Japanese customs and community traditions.

The region includes Shinjuku Gyoen's botanical research facilities and various nature preserves protecting local ecosystems. Okutama Lake provides recreational boating and fishing opportunities. The area's role in Tokyo's water supply system makes it crucial for metropolitan infrastructure while preserving natural beauty and rural lifestyle for residents and visitors seeking outdoor recreation and environmental education.