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Roughly an hour away from Shinjuku Station, Mt. Takao rises 599 meters above sea level and has become a reliable hiking destination, both for its more forgiving trails and stunning nature vistas. Near the summit of Mt. Takao, at an elevation of 488 meters, lies Tokyo's highest beer garden and a sunny oasis with fresh beer on tap: Mt. Takao Beer Mount.

This breezy, season-limited beer garden opens from mid-June to mid-October, welcoming a crowd of hikers and cable car passengers who are seeking respite — and maybe a draft beer or two — away from the summer heat. The venue offers two seating options: open-air tables on an observation deck and a sheltered hall with a sweeping panorama of the verdant slopes of Mt. Takao. As night descends, the scenery changes from lush greenery and clear blue skies to a gleaming nightscape with views stretching across the Tokyo Metropolitan Area.

Mt. Takao Beer Mount operates on an all-you-can-eat, free-flow drink concept, standing out as one of the few venues offering Japan's four major beers — Asahi, Kirin, Suntory and Sapporo. Including other limited-edition beers, the menu boasts over 50 drink options, catering to diverse preferences with choices like highballs, shochu, sake, cocktails, mocktails and soft drinks. The food lineup is a buffet-style array of nearly 30 items featuring Hachioji vegetables, oven-baked pizzas, gyoza, spaghetti Napolitan, yakisoba — and just about every popular beer garden classic under the sun.

Even more special is the special BBQ and buffet course, where guests can savor grills cooked in eco-friendly Casusgrill from Denmark. The cast includes wagyu sirloin, Yonezawa Ichibansodachi pork, seafood and seasonal vegetables.

The free-flow beer might be the biggest selling point, but the all-round good vibes make it a pleasant spot to park — just don’t forget a toast to nature before you continue your descent.

Mt. Takao Beer Mount Access Info

• To get to Mt. Takao Beer Mount, get off Takaosanguchi Station on the Keio Line and walk 5 minutes to Kiyotaki Station. It is a 6-minute ride via the cable car to the adjacent Takaosan Station.

Mt. Takao Beer Mount Phone Number

Mt. Takao Beer Mount Business Days

Mt. Takao Beer Mount Address

2205 Takaomachi, Hachioji, Tokyo 193-0844, Japan

Mt. Takao Beer Mount Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 48 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.

Mt. Takao Beer Mount Remarks

• Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.

• The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed below is an example, and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.

• The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.