Regarded as sacred since the Edo period, Mt. Takao, a beginner-friendly mountain, offers breathtaking natural beauty and a stunning view of the Tokyo metropolis (and Mt. Fuji if we are lucky!) at its summit. We will take a cable car that goes near the top and visit Takaosan Yakuoin Yuki-ji Temple, founded in 744. An old legend says that this mount is home to a Tengu, a Japanese demon with supernatural powers. Careful, you may see it while hiking! Photo:…