Japan · Yamanashi
A little travel guide with Tabi
Your first visit to Kosuge Start slowly, with one place. Find a view and a small meal.
小菅村 Local history First-visit plan Check transport
Hi, I’m Tabi! Explore a mountain village in the Tama headwaters, with a hot spring and a waterfall. Plan mountain-road travel and your return transport.
This guide covers places within Kosuge, rather than places immediately beside your app check-in.
01 · EXPLORE
Two places to begin Two different places: start with whichever interests you.
01 A first-visit stop
Kosuge no Yu 多摩源流 小菅の湯
A day-use hot spring framed by mountains. The exterior photo dates to March 2006; check current opening days and admission conditions.
Getting there Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
A first-visit stop
Shiraito Falls 白糸の滝
A slender cascade down a rocky cliff. Rain or ice can make the approach hazardous; follow local restrictions and watch your footing.
Getting there Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02 · A LITTLE BITE
What could you try? Look for village produce and Cha-chan manju at Roadside Station Kosuge. Availability depends on the season and deliveries.
Official guide ↗
03 · YOUR FIRST WALK
Keep your first walk simple 01 ········ 02
Try the first destination’s permitted entrance → public areas. Choose the other stop after checking separate transport and access.
Check the walking route ↗ Check actual distances and travel times on the map. This suggested walk is separate from your app movement record.
Before you set off Check entry arrangements and return transport first. Choose one stop to suit weather, slopes and local restrictions. Respect private areas and photography rules; check food ingredients locally.
Sources and photographs Information checked: 2026-10-19
Photo credits Resized, metadata removed and converted to WebP; display crops vary by screen. Adapted CC BY-SA photos retain the original license.
Photos are historical material dated in the credits, not a guarantee of present scenery or operation. Places without photos use decorative name panels.