Fussa travel guide and discussion

As I’ve mentioned in a few previous posts, traveling outside of major cities in Japan as a vegan can be very challenging, so advance planning is essential. You can't wing it if you want to be fed! During a previous work trip to Seki, I spent over eight hours trying to find decent meal options. Since my latest trip was planned at the last minute, I wanted to share my go-to emergency "wing-it" meal options from convenience stores, which are open 24/7 across Japan: · instant noodles 🍜: there are very few vegan options, and all widely available ones happen to be Korean! The chili ones I picked this time are apparently produced by BTS🕺 · any frozen vegetables 🥦🧊 you want. In Japan, all hotels have both boiling water and microwaves! And found a couple of vegan ice bars! Tip: the chili noodles would have been perfect with some vegan cheese🧀 Many supermarkets now carry them, but never seen any in convenience stores. Hotel rooms in Japan have a small fridge in each room, so you can store it for a couple of days! #planitorwingit #japantravel #japantrip #japan #hotdiscussions #vegan #vegetarian #plantbased #kpop

#AutumnTrip Located right in front of Yokota Air Base along National Route 16, this stylish and eye-catching restaurant serves Khao Man Gai 🥰 Everything is delicious, and during weekday lunch hours, you can get a main dish, all-you-can-eat green curry, and soup for just 1,000 yen including tax, which is very reasonable! This restaurant has an exotic atmosphere and is visited by soldiers from Yokota Air Base. There is also a parking lot. #AutumnTrip #Gourmet

A Chinese restaurant near Fussa Baseside Street! We ordered gyoza, grilled offal, ramen, etc. Juicy and delicious, but also flavorful. The portions are large, so it's recommended for those who want to eat a lot! The interior is red, typical of a Chinese restaurant, with pop art of British, American, French, and Japanese. It feels like a foreign place✨ Lunch and dinner from 1,000 yen

“THE MINT MOTEL” Mint Motel A cafe run by “BIGMAMA”, an antique shop along the Fussa City US military base☕️🍰✨ Designed to resemble an American motel diner♪ It makes you feel like you’ve jumped into a movie There are many stylish shops along Route 16, so we’ll be uploading them⤴️✨ 📍Fussa City, Tokyo 7 minutes walk from Ushio Station Lunch and dinner from 1000 yen #Fashionable cafe #American #Pancakes #Coffee

A cafe in Fussa [the mint motel] It's cute like the ones you'd find overseas, and the cupcakes and cream sodas are delicious. 🍨💞 I want to go again~!!!!!!!!!!!! #cafehopping #fussa #foodtrip #food #cafewalk #tokyocafe

Yokota Air Base, located in the western suburbs of Tokyo, hosts an annual Cherry Blossom Spring Festival as part of its base open day activities to celebrate the arrival of spring. The festival takes place along McGuire Avenue near the base’s East Gate, where visitors can enjoy a walkway lined with cherry blossom trees. This event also highlights the friendship and cultural exchange between the United States and Japan. During the festival, attendees can explore the local farmers' market, savor a variety of Japanese and American foods, and enjoy various forms of entertainment and activities. Vendors accept both US dollars and Japanese yen, making shopping convenient for all visitors. Admission to the festival is free, providing the public with an easy way to experience the unique atmosphere of the base and the beauty of the cherry blossoms. The event site is easily accessible from Seibu Tachikawa Station on the Seibu Haijima Line, with the East Gate about a 10-minute taxi ride or a 30-minute walk from the station. Visitors can look forward to a festive environment, cultural exchange, and the seasonal charm of the cherry blossoms. 📍Yokota Air Base 📅Saturday, April 4, 2026

📍The MINT MOTEL (Fussa City, Tokyo) 📮Address 2477 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo 🇯🇵 🚃Access Approximately a 9-10 minute walk from Ushihama Station on the JR Ome Line A restaurant recreating a motel dining room 🏨 The interior was spacious, with plenty of seating, creating a relaxing atmosphere ☕️ The antique shop "BIG MAMA," located in front of Yokota Air Base, is also located here 🇺🇸 👇 Here's the menu we tried this time 🧇 Waffle - ¥770 Super authentic! They bake it in a machine imported directly from the US. 🇺🇸 You can add your own toppings. 🥣 It reminds me of the time I made my own waffles at hotel breakfasts during my trips to the US. 🥞 The toppings section also has a large box of Reese's, my husband's favorite sweet treat, giving me that American vibe. 🤵🏻♂️ 🧁 Poodle (Cupcake) ¥605 For my wife, who loves butter so much she'll bite into it, the generous amount of buttercream is irresistible. 🤵🏻♀️ And they're even using butter from Hokkaido. 🧈 🍌 Banana & Whip ¥750 The American look reminds me of the Häagen-Dazs Banana Split I had in Florida in the middle of summer. 🍨 🕰️ Business Hours [Weekdays] 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM [Saturdays and Sundays] 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Open Year-Round *Prices and business hours are subject to change. Why not take a little trip out of your Tokyo sightseeing and enjoy a taste of America? ✈️ #Tokyo

[Tokyo] Cha Cha Cha Books I went to get a Cuban sandwich!! However, I wasn't hungry, so I just had the poutine and took the Cuban sandwich home. Poutine: ¥650 Hot Chai: ¥600 Takeout Cuban Sandwich (Cha Cha Cha Cubano): ¥700 The poutine was so delicious I finished it in no time. After I got home, I warmed up the Cuban sandwich in the toaster and ate it. It was so good, I'd like to eat it fresh in the shop next time (^^)

Fussa, Tokyo. On a quiet site, only the scent of alcohol lingers. Trees, water, and a long time. No words needed, and your walking speed naturally slows. 📍 Pride of abundance

#tokyospots Ambience & Setting Fussa Shinmei Shrine rests within a quiet residential area of Fussa, near the Tama River and the greenery of western Tokyo. Tall trees, soft winds, and the gentle sound of leaves set a peaceful tone the moment you approach the torii gate. The shrine grounds are compact but atmospheric, giving off a local, lived-in charm rather than a tourist-heavy feel. It’s the kind of place where you can take your time, breathe, and feel the rhythm of everyday community life. ⸻ Highlights · Traditional Shinmei Architecture – The honden reflects the classic Shinmei style, known for simplicity, straight lines, and a clean, dignified presence. · Quiet Walking Paths – Stone steps, lanterns, and shaded pathways create a soothing environment ideal for slow exploration. · Small Local Rituals – As a community-focused shrine, you may spot neighborhood events, seasonal decorations, or offerings made by local residents. · Cultural Continuity – The shrine connects modern Fussa with its historical roots, balancing old Shinto traditions with the surrounding suburban setting. ⸻ Practical Info · Location: Fussa City, western Tokyo. · Access & Parking: About a short walk from Fussa Station on the JR Ōme Line; bicycle-friendly area with nearby residential parking (limited). · Admission: Free. · Best Time to Visit: Early morning or late afternoon for softer light and quieter surroundings; weekends may have light community activity. · What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, camera, and a respectful mindset for a visit in a local neighborhood shrine. ⸻ Why It’s Worth Visiting Fussa Shinmei Shrine is not a large or flashy destination, but that’s exactly its appeal. It offers a glimpse into the everyday spiritual life of a Tokyo suburb—simple, authentic, and soothing. The traditional architecture and calming forested atmosphere make it a restful stop for travelers exploring the Tama area or anyone seeking a low-key cultural experience. ⸻ Final Thoughts Take a moment under the trees, walk the stone path slowly, and enjoy the soft quiet that surrounds the shrine buildings. Fussa Shinmei Shrine is about subtlety, community, and calm—a peaceful breathing space amid the wider sprawl of western Tokyo.

Located within walking distance of Fussa Station, this precious home preserves the essence of old Japanese life. The quiet, uninhabited space exudes a timeless calm. The main house is made of wood, and with its veranda, tatami rooms, sliding doors, and garden trees, nostalgia is palpable everywhere you look. The storehouse in particular remains, enhancing the charm of this old home. The surrounding area is quiet and easy to walk around, and with the Tamura Sake Brewery nearby, it's the perfect place to combine a stroll with the area. This home is especially recommended for fans of Japanese houses and those looking to walk through historic streets. Address: 1046 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo Access ▶ Train Approximately a 10-minute walk from the west exit of Fussa Station on the JR Ome Line ▶ Car No parking available, so please use nearby paid parking lots. ▶ Nearby Attractions ・Tamura Sake Brewery (sake brewery) is just a few minutes' walk away #TokyoOuting #FormerTamuraResidence #Fussa #HistoricalSites #tokyo

Fussa, Tokyo The MINT MOTEL The MINT MOTEL in Fussa is a 1950s American motel-style cafe located along National Route 16 near Yokota Air Base. With a mint green and white exterior and vintage furniture and antique goods, the interior is like a movie set. The world of American graffiti 🇺🇸 The MINT CUPCAKE offers photogenic and adorable cakes 🧁 Take a trip back in time to 1950s America ♡ The MINT MOTEL 📍 2477 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo 🚃 Approximately 10 minutes walk from Ushihama Station on the JR Ome Line 🚗 Parking available for 3 cars #TravelWithPochiKatsu

#tokyospots Founded in 1863 in Fussa City, Tokyo, Ishikawa Brewery is home to the renowned sake Tama Jiman. Its Hon-kura (built in 1880) and Shin-kura (1897) are both registered Tangible Cultural Properties, marking milestones in the brewery’s growth. Visitors can see the Nagaya-mon gate—built around 250 years ago before the family began brewing—and the plaque inscribed “Ishikawa Yahachirō.” The Beer Kettle Hall showcases kettles from their beer-brewing venture in 1887, alongside a 700-year-old zelkova tree designated a Natural Monument. The Zōkura Archive Museum preserves rare Edo-period documents and tools that tell the story of sake and beer brewing through generations.

. 🌿A must-visit cafe in Fussa for lovers of Americana-inspired spots🌿 I've been wanting to try this place for ages, and finally got to go! @mintmotel_tokyo 🥹🤍🤍 From the exterior to the interior, and even the dessert menu, everything is American and super cute. It was the best space ever! 🇺🇸🧁☕️ I definitely want to go again! 🫶 === 📍The MINT MOTEL Postal Code: 197-0011 2477 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo 🚃 Nearest Station: Ushihama Station 🚶🏻 Access: Approximately 10-minute walk from the station ⏰ Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 🗓 Closed: Please check the schedule ⚠️ === If you're a fan of American diners, this is a must-try! 😎 Save it for later! 📌 If you have any recommended photogenic spots, let us know in the comments! 🫶 #AbsolutelyFreeTravel

. 🇺🇸Free admission! The most American spot in Tokyo is in Fussa🇺🇸 When I went to Fussa, I happened to stop by @fussa.americanhouse 🤩🗽🧡 The interior was so cute, I learned about history, and it was so much fun~🫶 === 📍Fussa American House 2476-1 Fussa G-14, Fussa City, Tokyo 197-0011 
🚃Nearest station JR Ushihama Station 
🚶🏻Access About a 10-minute walk from the station 
⏰Business hours 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
🗓Closed Monday to Thursday *Open on holidays💡 
🎫Admission fee None 
🚗Parking None 
==== If you love overseas-style spots, you definitely have to go🥳 Save it if you’re interested so you can look back later📌 If you know any recommended photogenic spots, please tell me in the comments~🫶

In Fussa, located within Tokyo, I enjoyed a full American-style day that felt just like an overseas trip 🇺🇸✨ I indulged in hearty gourmet foods like hamburgers and sweets, and leisurely explored vintage-style shops. Just walking the streets gives you a strong sense of being abroad, and it’s perfect for photo ops 📸🎶 It’s about an hour by train from central Tokyo, so you can easily enjoy a “mini overseas trip” vibe ✈️ If you want to feel like you’re traveling or need a weekend refresh, be sure to check it out 👀💛 Tokyo Travel Cafe

📍The Mint Motel 2477 Fussa Ninomiya, Fussa City, Tokyo 197-0011 Speaking of Fussa City, it's known for Yokota Base 🇺🇸 There are many American-style goods stores and diner-like cafes, so wherever you go, you can feel the excitement of being overseas. This time, we visited The Mint Motel. With a cute lime green and white exterior, when you enter the store, you’ll see a showcase lined with adorable cupcakes. Takeout is also available 🉑 Each cupcake costs about 500 yen. They’re so cute it’s hard to choose... The taste isn’t incredibly delicious, but it has that American-style sweetness that some people will love 🫶 The cream soda was about 700 yen. Waffles are also famous here, so next time I visit, I want to give them a try ✊

#aprilblooms Cherry Blossom 2025 in Japan

The "Yokota Air Base Friendship Festival 2025" will be held at Yokota Air Base, Fussa City, Tokyo. The base will be open to the public, and every year there are flight and ground displays of aircraft, stage events, food and drink booths, and more, so please come and visit. 🕰️Opening hours: 9:00-20:45 (entry allowed until 20:00) Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th, 2025

Fussa City is located in the west of Tokyo. The Yokota Air Base, a US Air Force base, is located here, and the street in front of the base has a wonderful American atmosphere. The atmosphere suddenly changes on this 1km-long street, so you feel as if you have traveled back in time to America🇺🇸 The street is home to stylish general stores and cafes, and sometimes international events are held. Some stores even accept payments in dollars! There are many stylish shops from the building to the inside, so it's perfect for Instagram📸 Please go with your friends and take lots of photos~ ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ 📍: Fussa Base Side Street, Fussa 📸: iPhone ✈︎---------------------------------------------✈︎ #DomesticTravelRecord #Tokyo #TokyoTourism #TokyoTourism #TokyoTrip #Fussa

Even without boarding a plane, you can feel like you're traveling to America in Fussa✌🏻 Due to the presence of a U.S. military base, there are many American-style shops, apparel stores, and restaurants. For lunch, of course, it's a hamburger🍔 After lunch, I headed to a green café that I've been curious about for a long time. It's a recommended place where you can feel like you're traveling abroad while still in Tokyo🇺🇸 . . . 📍The Mint Motel 🗺️Tokyo, Japan 🕑Weekdays 10:00-17:00/Weekends 10:00-18:00 💰¥500

Feeling like you're overseas in Tokyo?! A super cute American diner🧁🇺🇸 Cute cupcakes and cream sodas, and the American diner-like interior is so cute It reminded me of a cafe in Guam😋🍰💕 〜MENU〜🧁Milkshakes🧁American Flag🍹Cream Soda Blue Hawaii🍹Cream Soda Melon 𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒 𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂 𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒 📍The Mint Motel Address: 🗺 2477 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo Nearest station: 🚃 9 minutes walk from Ushihama Station Opening hours: 🕑 Weekdays: 10:00-17:00 Saturdays and holidays: 10:00-18:00 Sundays: 8:00-18:00 Closed: 🚪 No holidays Budget: 💸 Up to 1,000 yen 𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒 𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒 💓The latest recommended cafes, hotels, and travel photo spots are → @cana.tabi 𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂 𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓂂𓏸✿𓏸𓂂𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒𓈒#Tokyo #Overseas #Overseas-style cafe #Travel #American diner #Tokyo cafe #Tokyo cafe tour #0 yen trip #Travel with me

📍Fussa American House 2476-1 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo Fussa G-14 🚃Nearest Station JR Ushihama Station 🚶♀️Access About a 10-minute walk from the station ⏱Business Hours 11:00~17:00 🗓Business Days Friday to Sunday, Holidays *Closed Monday to Thursday 🎫Fee Free admission 🚗Parking None Built in 1950, this former U.S. military house🗽🍔🍟🇺🇸 is now open to the public as a cultural heritage site of Fussa, and you can visit it for free🥰✨✨. A U.S. military house is a residence for the families of U.S. military personnel and civilian employees😎🏠. Its refreshing blue walls stand out against the sky and catch your eye from afar🩵🩵🩵. There are also cute benches and a Statue of Liberty figure, which will get you excited just from the exterior🫶. The retro American-style bungalow has a 3LDK layout, and the interior features a living room, kitchen, and baby room from the 1950s, all in a colorful and fancy American style that's super cute and perfect for photos🤩❤️🔥❤️🔥. Photos and panels on display offer a glimpse into Fussa's history, so you can learn about the past as well🇺🇸📰. It's surprising to find such an adorable American spot in Tokyo, right?💖 Be sure to check it out on your next outing☺️🫶🫶.

Kumakawa Shrine in Fussa City, Tokyo 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍 𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃◌𓈒𓐍𓂃 It began when a local nobleman enshrined Benzaiten in the early Heian period. It is the oldest shrine in the city with a long history. It started with enshrining Benzaiten, the god of good fortune, and then Daikokuten and others were added, and now it is known for the large statues of the Seven Lucky Gods. Ebisu, Daikoku, and Jurojin are on the side of the approach to the shrine, Hotei is on the side of the main building, and Fukurokuju and Bishamonten are on the side of the museum! The worship hall of Kumakawa Shrine is heavy and quite large. The main hall is designated as a tangible cultural property by the city and is surrounded by wire mesh. The sacred oak tree is also magnificent. The votive plaques are vertically long, unlike usual, and feature the Seven Lucky Gods. Anyway, there was a lot to see, so I ended up staying quite a long time! ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ꕥShrine name: Kumagawa Shrine ꕥAddress: 660 Kumagawa, Fussa City, Tokyo ꕥAccess: 🚉Haijima Station → approx. 18 minutes walk ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Sakura2024 #Haijima #Shrine lover #Shrine visit #Shrine tour

Near Yokota Air Base A delicious restaurant with big portions Hamburgers and pizzas The staff are friendly too! They're open until late at night, which is helpful😆 You can bring your dog inside the restaurant🐶 The interior is stylish too✨ 📍2223 Fussa, Fussa City Lunch and dinner from 2000 yen

Event name: JAPANESE-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL.YOKOTA AB, Japan Air Self-Defense Force Yokota Festival Tourist attractions: At the Japan-US Friendship Festival, Yokota Air Base is open to the public, and you can enjoy various events held. Open from 9:00 to 20:00. Every year, over 100,000 people visit over the two-day event. Yokota Air Base is home to the 374th Airlift Wing of the US Air Force, and its C-130J and UH-1N aircraft are on display. In addition, F-16 Fighting Falcons will also fly in from Misawa Air Base. An airborne parachute performed by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force will also be on display. Access: Yokota Air Base (Entrance Gate 5) Nearest station: JR Ome Line Ushihama Station, 10 minutes on foot, JR Ome Line Fussa Station, 25 minutes on foot, JR/Seibu Haijima Line Haijima Station, 25 minutes on foot, JR Hachiko Line Higashifussa Station, 20 minutes on foot, JR Itsukaichi Line Kumagawa Station Dining & Restaurants: Many Shopping: Many Portable Toilets: Yes Parking: Many people holding placards along Route 16 have set up paid parking lots. (3000-5000 yen) Admission Fee: None