Walking & Hiking Around Tango
Discover Walking Trails in the Scenic Tango Peninsula!
Whether you’re planning a leisurely stroll or a light hike, you’ll find plenty of options perfect for families with young children or grandparents. These manageable trails make it easy for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors together.
We’ve personally explored these family-friendly routes, and we’ve gathered all the details you need to plan your adventure. Simply click the photos or the RED DIRECTIONS links below to start exploring!
Asobi to Mitsu
Difficulty: A very easy, coastal walk to the next town.
Distance: About 700 metres each way.
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 200 meters.
Time: 20 – 30 mins each way.
Terrain: Sandy traverse, easy slope, small hills.
Location: From Asobi Lodge. Walk down to the harbour and follow the path behind the small sandy beach.
Kyogamisaki Lighthouse
Difficulty: Easy climbing, good track. Distance from Asobi Lodge: 21kms
Distance: Less than 1km each way.
Time: 20 mins each way.
Terrain: Good track traverse. Some climbing.
Comments: Large carpark or take the bus.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/Fm52Mo19YdagYy1n6
Amino High Point Lookout
Difficulty: Medium. Some steep parts at top.
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 6kms.
Distance: About 2.5kms each way.
Time: 1.5 hours up, 45mins down.
Terrain: Wide forest track, traverse, some steep slopes.
Comments: Park at Fresh Bazaar or take the bus.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/sCG3FhQ6u3HRANmLA
Inugamisaki Walkway
Difficulty: Easy slope.
Distance: About 700 metres each way.
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 10kms.
Time: 30 mins each way.
Terrain: Wide track, gentle slope.
Comments: Good car park next to tunnel or take the bus.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/bV1Suzxc4PMH6BSL6
Mount Ichigao
Difficulty: Moderate slopes, traverses, plenty of steps. Great fun.
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 10kms.
Distance: About 1.5kms each way.
Time: 1 hour up, 30 mins down.
Terrain: Wide track, some steep slopes. Fantastic views!
Comments: Great parking lot right next to the road, plenty of places to take a break. Stunning 360 degree views, all along the coast in both directions.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/bV1Suzxc4PMH6BSL6
High Yosano Valley
Difficulty: Steep slope, lots of steps. Pleasant.
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 24kms.
Distance: About 1.5 kilometres each way.
Time: 1 hour up, 30 mins down (depending on where you leave your car).
Terrain: Wide track, some steep slopes, some steep traverses, lovely native forest.
Comments: Great dirt road, suitable for 4wd vehicles, ending with a nice turnaround at track. Leave your car at Shirataki Fudo Myo temple (https://goo.gl/maps/eTWBMrYMLWc3GycD7), or continue up the track to the right for another 2-3kms (4wd only!)
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/bV1Suzxc4PMH6BSL6
Amanohashidate Walks
Amanohashidate is one of Japan’s most popular destinations. There is plenty to do. Several lovely walks, loads of gift shops and restaurants, and magical views. For guests without a car, we recommend heading for Amino station and taking the light railway one-man carriage to Amanohashidate station. It’s a great trip!
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 29kms.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/NJp9iiJSkNh49L9W7
Sugawa Tunnel to Swiss Mura
Difficulty: Short but challenging. Often washed out.
Distance from Asobi Lodge: 15kms.
Distance: About 4kms each way.
Time: Allow 2-3 hours each way.
Terrain: Easy, then steep traverse, slippery.
Comments: Need a car. Challenging to find and complete. But excellent!
Location:
Trailhead.
https://goo.gl/maps/Mak8SccRPF2pTxX17
Tunnel.
https://goo.gl/maps/P9RME3UuridWVm646Distance from Asobi Lodge: 29kms.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/NJp9iiJSkNh49L9W7
