(Intermediate) (Participation Fee 1000 yen) (Cancelled in case of rain)

Be sure to bring your lunch and drinks.

Meeting Place/Time: JR Gotemba Line’s Yaga Station Ticket Gate at 10:22AM

Take the following trains:

•Shinjuku Station (Odakyu Line Express going towards Odawara) 8:30AM – ShinMatsuda, arriving at 9:55 – Matsuda Station JR Gotemba Line (10:07 Departure) – Yaga Station (10:20)

DEFINITELY arrive at this time (since we cannot wait for the next train since they run infrequently)!

Walking Time: About five and a half hours

Course: Yaga Station – Mt. Ohno (723 M) – Shasui Waterfall – Yamakita Station

This course includes the Shasui Waterfall, one of Japan’s top 100 waterfalls.

https://www.yamakita.net/sightseeing/detail.php?id=18 

(Easy)(￥1000 Participation Fee) (Cancelled in case of heavy rain)

Ancient seafront capital Kamakura is deeply connected to dunes. We’re going to visit historical spots and temples in Zaimokuza to see how Kamakura looks like.

Motoyawata standing on the dune, Fudarakuji with plentiful cultural assets, Komyoji with a huge gate and a rock garden, Wakaejima, the oldest port facility in Japan; they are all full of history.

Ships gathered there and trade with China flourished. Various Chinese culture like zen, architecture, sculpture, carved lacquer, etc. was brought about and such a prosperous medieval heritage has been handed down over the centuries. 

☆Meeting Time/Place: 10:00 JR Yokosuka Line Kamakura Station East Exit

☆Course:  Kamakura Station East Exit – Geba – Sakasagawa Bridge – Motoyawata Shrine – Otomatsu Inari Daimyojin Shrine – Kuhonji – Fudarakuji – Komyoji – Wakaejima –  Kamakura Station 

Walking Time: About 2 hours (6km).

☆The program is ¥1000.

The donation will be given to Riasunomori – an organization in Ishinomaki which works for community development. 

http://www.riasnomori.jp

☆Leader: Ichikawa Mariko

Any inquiries may be made to

ichi_mariko at yahoo.co.jp 

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Don’t forget to whitelist this EM address.

 （￥1000 Participation Fee)   (Cancelled in case of rain) (A bit difficult)

Bring your food and drink and wear shoes appropriate for hiking.

From Ikebukuro, take the Seibu Ikebukuro (Express) Line’s 8:50AM train (going towards Hanno) and get off at the last stop (Hanno). Change there (cross the platform) to the Seibu Chichibu Line going towards Seibu Chichibu. Get off at Shomaru Station, arriving at 10:17AM. Make sure to get on this train as we cannot wait for the next one.  We’ll meet at the ticket gate there at 10:20AM.    

Course:  Shomaru Station – Shoumaru Pass – Izu Peak – Nishi Agano Station

We will have a 5 hour hike on this course with nice views and beautiful forests. There’s also a place where we scale a rock wall with a gentle incline (not dangerous  using a chain.

Course:  Shomaru Station – Shoumaru Pass – Izu Peak – Nishi Agano Station

This day’s main work is preparing for Japanese mushroom cultivation.

The main types of work are cutting down weeds and bamboo grass, cutting down old trees, making paths or sometimes keeping track of the various species in the area (the work varies depending on the day).

(Cancelled in case of 70% or more chance of rain)  9:30AM – 3:00PM

Cost: FREE

We meet at 9:30AM at the front main entrance of Tama Zoo’s Station (Tama Dobutsukoen).

Take the 8:43AM Keio Line Semi-express from Shinjuku to Takahatafudo (arriving at 9:21AM) and change to the Keio Dobutsu Koen Line train, leaving Takahatafudo at 9:24 and arriving at Tama Dobutsu Koen Station  at 9:28AM.

If you would like to participate, please inform David by April 25 (Thursday) so that we can get volunteer insurance. If you join this event, please bring the following: Long sleeved shirt and long pants (not shorts), work gloves, towel, and appropriate shoes (trekking shoes or hiking boots) are required.

Please bring whatever you want to eat for lunch, and drinks during the work project.

(Easy) (1000 yen Participation Fee + 300 yen (Azalea Festival)) (Cancelled in case of rain)

Please wear appropriate shoes (tennis shoes, hiking boots), bring a lunch to eat on the mountain, and plenty of liquids.

We meet at Miyanohira Station ticket gate at  11:50AM. Take the 11:15AM Oume Line train from Tachikawa Station.  This arrives at Ome Station at 11:45.  Go across the platform and take the 11:46 train towards Okutama.  This train arrives at MiyanoHira Station at 11:49.  Be sure to arrive by this time since we will be unable to wait for the next train.

Today’s hiking is about 3 hours. It finishes off at the Shiofune Temple, which has 20,000 red, white and purple Azaleas.  Should be gorgeous!!!

1) Mt. Daichou & Hamura Tulip FESTIVAL!

(1000 yen Participation Fee) (EASY) (We go even if it rains) 

Meet at the ticket gate of Akigawa Station (on the Itsukaichi Line) at 12:43PM.

From Shinjuku, take the Chuo Line (Special express going towards Oume) at 11:44, arriving at Haijima Station at 12:19.  Change to the 12:32 JR Itsukaichi Line (going towards MusashiItsukaichi), arriving at Akigawa Station at 12:41.

Course:　Akigawa Station – Mt. Daichou Hiking Course – Hamura Tulip Field – Hamura Station

Walking Time: about 3.5 hours

http://www.city.hamura.tokyo.jp/0000000957.html – Hamura Flower and Water Festival

2) Edogawa Garbage pick-up

We will meet at MYODEN Station (Tozai Line) outside the only ticket gate at 12:00noon., and then go to Edogawa River by car by and pick up trash along the banks for about 3 hours. Afterwards some members may go to a nearby restaurant for dinner.

Recommended: Dress warm for the weather and wear generally older clothing that you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Rubber boots or hiking shoes are recommended.

If you come late, walk to the river (about 12-15 min.) and look for us at the water line in the direction of Tokyo Bay. Also call Jame’s cell phone 090-1847-5075 if there are any problems finding us. The park next to the Tozai line just before the river bank has a restroom.

Let’s have fun enjoying our local nature while making it better at the same time.

This event will not be cancelled in the event of rain or only if very heavy rain as we can clean up under the bay-front bridges as well as move back and forth to the station by car). Please check the site or message me for details if any doubt.

Cutting down bamboo grass and cutting down old trees

(Cancelled in case of 70% or more chance of rain)  9:30AM – 2:30PM

Cost: FREE

We meet at 9:30AM at the front main entrance of Tama Zoo’s Station (Tama Dobutsukoen).

Take the 8:47AM Keio Line Semi-express from Shinjuku to Takahatafudo (arriving at 9:21AM) and change to the Keio Dobutsu Koen Line train, leaving Takahatafudo at 9:24 and arriving at Tama Dobutsu Koen Station  at 9:28AM.

If you would like to participate, please inform David by April 11 (Thursday) so that we can get volunteer insurance. If you join this event, please bring the following: Long sleeved shirt and long pants (not shorts), work gloves, towel, and appropriate shoes (trekking shoes or hiking boots) are required.

Please bring whatever you want to eat for lunch, and drinks during the work project.

1) Mt. Ougi Hiking (Chuo Line)

(Participation Fee 1000 yen)(Intermediate-Advanced Course) (Cancelled in case of rain)

Please bring your lunch and drink.

Meeting Place/Time: Torisawa Station Ticket Gate at 9:55AM

Course: JR Torisawa Station – Mt. Ougi (1138M) – Mt. Okubo (1109M) – JR Torisawa Station

The top of Mt. Ougi is very spacious with a wonderful view of Mt. Fuji.

Hiking time: about 5 hours

Train Schedule

• 8:26AM Leave Shinjuku Station on the Keio Line (special express going towards TakaoSanGuchi)
• 9:18 Arrive at Takao Station
• 9:24 Take the Chuo Line train (towards Kofu)
• 9:52 Arrive at Torisawa Station

Meet on the front of the 9:47 Chuo Line train at Takao if you want to go together from there.

2)  Int’l Friendship  Party from 7:00-9:30pm in Kamiyacho

Place: Mulligan’s Irish Pub

For JAMBO members, the cost is 1,500 yen  for men and 1000 yen for women w/reservation (or plus 500 yen if you go directly without making a reservation).  Foreigners get at 500 yen discount.  This includes the buffet! Drinks can be bought at Happy Hour prices.

Reservations can be made with David (jamboddave@green.email.ne.jp)by April 12.

Half of your admission fee will be donated to Tokyo River Friends. So you can have an enjoyable evening and help a good cause at the same time. If you’d like to go with David, please meet at Exit 3 of  Kamiyacho Station’s Hibiya Line at 7:00PM on the 9th.

1) (RESERVATION CLOSED) Jambo One Day Bus Tour

＜Date＞　April 7 (Sunday) (No cancellation in case of rain (easy course)

＜Meeting Place/Time＞ In front of of Shinjuku Center Building, Shinjuku Station West Exit at 8:00AM
★Make sure to be on time as we cannot wait for latecomers!
People will be taken to the bus as they arrive on that morning.
★The tour is expected to finish at 9:00PM (could be earlier or later depending on the traffic conditions) at the Shinjuku Center Building.

＜Price＞ 8,000 yen per person (including 1000 yen for the Jambo charity of the month, lunch, transportation fee, and winery tour)

＜Course＞
8:00  Departs at Shinjuku Station West Exit 
    (Take a break at Dangozaka Rest Area (SA) )
11:00 – 11:30  Walk around mysterious Mishaka Pond (Tateshina, Nagano Prefecture)
11:45  Arrive at Oku-tateshina’s Yokota Gorge
11:45  Lunch Time at Yokoya Japanese Inn Yurakuan
 (Nagano’s specialty – Shinshu Buckwheat noodles – Enjoy the Japanese course (Kaiseki Cooking)
13:00 – 14:30  Hike around Yokoya Gorge or go to Oku-Tateshina Hot Spring
14:30 – Leave Yokoya Gorge
15:50 – Tour of the Suntory Winery (Yamanashi Prefecture)
16:45 – Leave the winery and head back to Shinjuku (expected arrival 21:00)

＜What to bring＞　Shoes that are easy to walk in (Sneakers or trekking shoes) and pocket money for buying something you may want.

＜Maximum number of participants＞
The first 40 people who sign up and pay will be accepted.

＜How to make a reservation＞
For any inquiries or to make a reservation (which are accepted when the email and payment both are received, please contact Jambo member Mr. Arakawa at

Email address : haruarakawa0603@yahoo.co.jp
Cell phone : 070-4307-5920 

＜How to make a payment＞
Payment is required for the reservation to be complete. Payment may be made by electronic transfer to :

Mizuho Bank (Tokyo Eigyobu) みずほ銀行　東京営業部
Account Number: 1795575
Account Name: アラカワヒデト (Arakawa Hideto)

＜Deadline for reservation and payment＞  Reservation and payment needs to be completed by April 1 (Monday)

＜Notes＞
●Be sure to always arrive at the assigned times during the trip.
●Anything you buy at shops, at the rest area, and drinks at lunchtime will be paid by you (not included in the price)
●Refunds will not be made for those canceling after April 1. If you must cancel suddenly after that due to an emergency, consult with Mr. Arakawa.
●For those wishing to go to the hot spring, please bring a towel and change of clothes. The cost for this will be incurred by the participant.

2)  Arakawa River Clean Up 

We will meet at NISHI KASAI Station (Tozai Line) outside the only ticket gate for exits 1 and 2 at 12:00noon., and then go to the Arakawa River by car and pick up trash along the banks for about 3 to 3.5 hours. Afterwards we go to a nearby restaurant for dinner.

Recommended: Dress warm and rubber boots are recommended. Also wear generally older clothing that you don’t mind getting a little dirty.

If you come late, walk to the river (about 20 min to our location) and look for us at the water line near the Tozai Line bridge. Also call James’ cell phone 090-1847-5075 if there are any problems finding the group.

This event will only be cancelled in the event of heavy rain. Check this page or message me if any doubt.

Let’s have fun enjoying our local nature while making it better at the same time.

(NEW!)

(￥1000 Participation Fee) (Cancelled in case of heavy rain)

This course includes cherry tree lined rivers, several festivals, a large nature park, and finishes with an Ohanami party. People may leave anytime during the walk since we are always near stations. You can get food/drink at a supermarket on the way or at the festivals.

☆Meeting Time/Place: 12:35 Tsukushino Station (Tokyu DenenToshi Line) ticket gate (From Shibuya, take the 11:52 Tokyo DenenToshi Line express and get off at Nagatsuda Station (12:27 arrival) and change to the local (leaving at 12:31), arriving in Tsukushino at 12:33).

☆Course:  Tsukushino Station –  Ondagawa tree-lined river and several festivals – Mt. Kashinoki Nature Park – Serigaya Park Cherry Trees – Tamagawagakuen area cherry tree walk/viewing party – Tamagawagakuen-mae Station 

Walking&Sightseeing Time: 3 hours walking time (7km) and plenty of free time under the trees 

More information about the festivals (in Japanese):

https://www.city.machida.tokyo.jp/kanko/miru_aso/ibe_gyou_matu/machidasakura/2019machidasakurafestival.html