Tama Hills Recreation Area

Facility Closures & Updates

Holiday Hours

There are no scheduled holiday closures at this time.

Check out our new activities table located in lobby of Tama Lodge to sign up for a variety of activities being offered during your stay to include our new guided bike and Kiji Kart tours!

Escape the City, Embrace Tama Hills – Your Tokyo Backyard Adventure!

The Air Force and 374th Force Support Squadron invite you to discover Tama Hills, more than just a retreat – it's Tokyo's ultimate backyard for family-friendly recreation. Just a stone's throw from the city's vibrant energy, you'll find a world of relaxation and adventure waiting to be explored.

Unwind in Comfort:

Choose your perfect escape from our diverse lodging options, including 16 inviting private rooms in the main lodge, 11 cozy cabins and a charming cottage nestled amongst the trees, and four unique Yurts for a glamping experience you won’t forget.

All the Amenities You Need:

Beyond your personal haven, enjoy a wealth of conveniences:

  • Our fully equipped dining room and relaxing bar/lounge are perfect for satisfying meals and friendly gatherings.
  • A handy mini-store, a fun-filled game room, and a convenient laundry facility.
  • Indulge in massage services or invigorate yourself in our state-of-the-art fitness center.
  • A versatile conference room and our impressive APEX event center cater to all your professional and social needs.

    Adventure Awaits Outdoors:

    • Three picturesque picnic areas for relaxing meals amidst nature’s beauty.
    • 21 well-maintained campsites with newly renovated restrooms and showers.
    • Discover scenic landscapes on our network of beautiful hiking trails.
    • Enjoy our meticulously maintained 18-hole golf course and a family-friendly round of miniature golf.
    • Hone your aim at our archery range, or challenge yourself on our exciting 3D archery training area and course.
    • Enjoy friendly competition on our new pickleball and basketball courts, or hit a home run on our softball field.

    Thrill-Seeking & Outdoor Excitement:

    • Rent outdoor equipment for any activity.
    • Engage in thrilling paintball battles or practice your aim.
    • Conquer the trails on electric mountain bikes or navigate our challenging mountain bike course.
    • Test your limits on our rock climbing wall and glide through the pump track.
    • Our brand new Children’s Zip Lines provide a safe and exciting experience for young adventurers.

    Tama Hills – Recreationally Unique! Discover your perfect escape today!

    Did you know?

    There is a FREE coffee bar located near the front desk and is available for all hotel and cabin guests!
    There is a 24-Hour Fitness Room available adjacent to the front desk for all guests!
    NOTE: Room or Cabin key required when staff isn’t present.

    We have a FREE game cabinet next to the front desk where you can check out a variety of board games, cards, remote control cars, PlayStations with games and controllers, and more!

    STAY

    Tucked within 250 acres of forested terrain, Tama Hills is a sanctuary for Kanto plain residents and visitors.

    Those inclined to creature comforts can book a stay in the Lodge or reserve one of 12 cozy cabins. Looking to take on the great outdoors? Stay in a yurt or pitch a tent at one of our dedicated campsites.

    Tama Lodge

    Amenities Included: Free Wi-Fi, 65″ Smart TV/Cable TV, Mini-Fridge, Microwave, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Towels, Shampoo and Soap.
    *Toothbrush and toothpaste can be purchased at the Country Store or at the vending machine.
    *There is a free coffee/cappuccino/Espresso bar located near the front desk for lodging guests.

    NOTE:

    Additional Services Available:
    Pet Friendly Rooms – Max 1 pet (up to 50lbs) in Standard Rooms – $10
    Rollaway Beds available for Queen & King Rooms – $5
    Baby Cribs available for all Rooms – $5

    Standard
    $70/Per Night

    Queen Size Bed
    Table with 2 Chairs

    Queen
    $80/Per Night

    Queen Size Bed
    Table with 2 Chairs
    Desk with Chair

    King Deluxe
    $100/Per Night


    King Size Bed, Electric Massage Chair, Table with 2 Chairs, Mini Bar, Desk with Chair

    Tama Suite
    $110/Per Night


    King Size Bed, Electric Massage Chair, Balcony,
    Sofa with Coffee Table, Mini Bar, Desk with Chair

    Handicap Room
    $100/Per Night

     

    King Size Bed, Table with 2 Chairs,
    Handicap Accessible Bathroom/Shower

    Cabins

    .All cabins include living room with futon couch, 65″ Smart TV, kitchen with microwave, fridge, two-burner stove, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, utensils, towels, shampoo and soap. All cabins include a charcoal grill & picnic table.
    *Toothbrush and paste can be purchased at the Country Store or at the vending machine.
    Note: The Red Horse Lodge, Deluxe Cabins, and Sakura have additional amenities listed below.

    FREE coffee/cappuccino/espresso bar located near the front desk.
    FREE Firewood delivery – $8 per crate (Max – 2 crates) – Please request when making reservation.​​


    Standard Cabins
    A, B, D, E, F, & G
    $110/Per Night​

    1 Bedroom with Queen Bed
    Loft with Sleeping Pad
    Pets Allowed in Cabins E, F & G
    Pets Allowed (small dog) – $10 per pet/per night​.
    All cabins include living room with futon sleeper.
    NEW! Special Standard Cabin C $110/Per Night and features a newly built deck and brand new 4-6 person Hot Tub for your enjoyment!


    Special Standard
    Cabin C
    $125​/Per Night​


    Sakura Cottage
    $150/Per Night

    2 Bedrooms: 1 with Queen Bed
    1 with Single Bed and pull-out bed (to accommodate 2 persons)
    Additional Sleeper Sofa on main floor next to TV room
    Includes 2ea 70″ TVs – Upstairs TV complete with PlayStation 5 (Assorted Games and controllers available to check out from Front Desk l – FREE!)
    Electric couch with recliners and charging station!
    Dining Table and Chairs
    Hot Tub
    Outdoor furniture on second floor balcony
    Pets Allowed (small dog) – $10 per pet
    6 Passenger Golf Cart,  Corn Hole Set per night​


    Deluxe
    Samurai, Shogun, Shizuka
    $150/Per Night​

    2 bedrooms with Queen beds, Loft with 2 Futons Sleepers, Living room with 1 Futon Sleeper,
    TV and DVD, Dining Table, Chairs and Bench

    Samurai and Shogun Include 4-6 person Hot Tub, TV and DVD
    Dining Table, Chairs and Bench

    Samurai and Shogun Include Hot Tub
    6 Passenger Golf Cart
    Corn Hole Set
    * Playstation 4 and games available for checkout for FREE at the Front Desk
    Pets Allowed (small dog) – $10 per pet/per night


    Red Horse Lodge
    For Large Groups
    $250/Per Night​

    4 Bedrooms with Queen Beds
    In each bedroom, there is 1 rollaway bed available for additional guests (total = 4 rollaway beds)
    Living Room with Fireplace & Two Sofas
    Dining Tables with 17 Chairs & 3 Benches
    Six-Person Hot Tub
    6 Passenger Golf Cart Full-size American Oven
    Corn Hole Set
    Ping Pong Table Foosball Table
    Multi-Game Arcade Game
    Charcoal Grill
    Pets Allowed (small dog) – $10 per pet/per night​

    Yurts

    Though generally classified as a tent, the yurt is much stronger and weather-tight. The Pacific Yurt is a 30′ circular structure that consists of a durable fabric cover, tension band and a wood frame that includes a lattice wall, radial rafters, central compression ring and a framed door.

    Tama Hills has a total of 3 Yurts:
    Each Yurt Sleeps 12 (6 on bunk beds + 6 on floor mats)
    There is also an option to pitch additional tents in case some members in your group would like to “rough it” and/or for larger groups

    Amenities: Each Yurt has it’s own unique furniture set-up to include table, chairs, storage cabinet and loungers. Also included is a battery-powered generator provides electricity for minor appliances: cell phones, portable speakers, air pumps, etc.

    NOTE: NO AIR CONDITIONING!

    Per Night (Up to 12 persons) $50

    Pets Allowed (small dog) – $10 per pet/per night

    Campsites

    Campsite Usage: $10 Site fee per night + $5 per person/per night

    Each campsite comes with a BBQ Grill, Firepit, and Picnic Table

    Please visit the ODR to purchase firewood
    – $8 per basket

     

    Eligibility

    Category Status Authorized Group Comments
    One USFJ SOFA – US military members, DoD civilians including non- appropriated fund, DoDEA and DoD contract employees. Standard cabins, Special Standard cabin, Shizuka cabin, Sakura Cottage, main lodge and Red Horse Lodge reservations taken 120 days in advance. Samurai cabin reservations taken 90 days in advance. Shogun cabin reservations taken 30 days in advance.
    One US Embassy Personnel US Federal personnel assigned to the US Embassy Japan. Standard cabins, Special Standard cabin, Shizuka cabin, Sakura Cottage, main lodge and Red Horse Lodge reservations taken 120 days in advance. Samurai cabin reservations taken 90 days in advance. Shogun cabin reservations taken 30 days in advance.
    Two Other non-SOFA Active Duty Military US military members traveling in Japan, including Reserve personnel on active duty for training or in transit on official orders. Limited to standard cabins and lodge rooms and Sakura Cottage.
    Two Retired Military Retired from active duty, Air National Guard, or AF Reserve living or traveling in Japan. Limited to standard cabins, lodge rooms and Sakura Cottage.
    Two GoJ MLC / IHA Employees Government of Japan Master Labor Contract / Indirect Hire Agreement employees with installation access. Limited to standard cabins, lodge rooms and Sakura Cottage.
    Two JSDF Japan Self-Defense Forces assigned to Yokota AB. Limited to standard cabins, lodge rooms and Sakura Cottage.
    Two Friends of Tama Hills Friends of Tama Hills Association members who have been approved by the 374 AW/CC or designee. Limited to standard cabins, lodge rooms and Sakura Cottage.

    Special Packages

    Tama Lodge Golf & Breakfast Packages:

    Package #1 – 1 Golfer =$85.00 per night (single occupancy)*

    Package #2 – 1 Golfer + 1 Just came to relax = $105.00 per night (double occupancy)*

    Package #3 – 2 Golfers = $140.00 (double occupancy)*

    * Pets are welcome for an additional $10 per pet per night

    All Golf & Breakfast Packages Include:
    1 night in Tama Lodge (single or double occupancy)
    Breakfast for up to two persons
    Preferred Tee Time Reservations
    Cart from Tama Lodge to Tama Golf
    Cart for round of golf
    Excellent Customer Service from both Tama Hills Lodge & Tama Hills Golf
    * Offer valid for all DOD ID Card Holders

    Adventure Package

    Upcoming Events

    List of events in Photo View

    DINING

    Jiu Jitsu

    The Kiji

    One of Yokota’s most-loved restaurants. Offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located inside Tama Lodge.

    See the menu.

    Danzan Ryu Jiu Jitsu

    Hillcrest Lounge

    Cozy bar and lounge located inside Tama Lodge. Features ping-pong table, foosball table, dart board and more.

    See the menu.

    vinyasa flow

    Cabin BBQ To-Go

    Call in your order before 4 p.m. and we’ll have it ready for you to pick up at Tama Lodge between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM

    • 9-Ounce Grilled Chicken Breast $16
    • Half Slab Ribs $25
    • Includes choice of three sides: baked beans, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, cheesy broccoli, mushroom rice and garlic potato wedges.
    Morning Yoga

    Tama Tee House

    Located off the ninth hole of Tama Hills Golf Course. Offers breakfast and lunch when you need a break from the greens.

    See the menu.

    PLAY

    Electric Bikes

    Electric Bikes
    $5 per hour or $15 per day (24 hours)
    $15 for guided tours to nearby park or temple!*

    Electric Bikes are available to rent from the Outdoor Recreation Office near entrance gate!

    * Reservations required! Please call DSN 227-5248 or Comm 080.3465.0745

    Bunch Bikes
    $5 per hour or $15 per day (0800-1700) *
    * Mondays (0800-1400)
    NOTE: Drivers must be 18 years or older

    I’m electric and fun to ride! Bunch Bikes are available to rent from the Front Desk on a “First Come First Serve” basis!

    Sports Fields & Courts

    Softball Field, Picleball Courts, Soccer Goals, Outdoor Basketball Court, Disc Golf Field and More

    Mini Golf

    Rates
    Adults (Ages 12 & Older): $2

    Children: $1.50

    Horseback Riding

    Rates

    Trail Ride
    $40
    45 Minutes
    Ages 10 and up
    Must be over 4 feet tall
    Must be under 250 lbs (113 kg)
    Must wear helmet and safety vest

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Adult Riding Lesson
    $50
    45 Minutes
    Ages 10 and older
    Must be over 4 feet tall
    Must be under 250 lbs (113 kg)
    Must wear helmet and safety vest

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Kids Riding Lesson
    $30
    30 Minutes
    Ages 5–9 years
    Must wear helmet and safety vest
    Must be accompanied by a legal guardian

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Pony Ride
    $7
    2 laps in the corral
    Ages 3–12
    Must wear helmet and safety vest
    Must be accompanied by a legal guardian

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    18-Hole Golf Course

    Tama Hills Golf Course is an 18-hole, 6,436 yard, par 72 course located adjacent to Tama Hills Recreation Area. The course is meticulously maintained and staffed by PGA instructors. Golfers of all levels can enjoy the variety and challenge of the rolling hills, plus a driving range, chipping and putting green.

    Learn more.

    Outdoor Rec Equipment Rental

    Tama Outdoor Recreation
    DSN: 227-5248
    Comm: 080.3465.0745
    tamahillsjapan.outdoor@gmail.com
    March – October
    Mon 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Tue Closed
    Wed / Thur 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Fri /Sat 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Sun 8:00 AM– 6:00 PM
    November – February
    Mon 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Tue Closed
    Wed – Sun 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

     

    Bird Watching

    Paintball Target Practice

     

    Mega Chess

    Tama Lodge Patio & Picnic Area A
    Don’t be board, play all knight long! We’ve got two mega chess sets that are waiting for you. Located at both Picnic Area A (near ODR) and Tama Lodge Patio (near Kiji Dining Room).

    Tama Hills Historical Tours

    3D Archery Range & Trail

    3D Archery Range and Path are closed due to course maintenance and will reopen on the 1st of October.

    Hike, bike or run our many trails, host a game at one of our sports fields, paintball target practice or disc golf or enjoy activities unique to Tama like horseback riding, archery and mini golf.

    GROUP RETREATS

    Tama Hills APEX Event Center

    $100

    1st Day / $50 Additional Days

    Need something that can accommodate more than our 15-20 person conference room?

    Our APEX Event Center located in the center of Tama Hill Recreation Area can host your next conference up to 50 people with tables and chairs or it can be arranged to a cocktail style/standing room for weddings/retirements/or promotions.

    On a budget? No problem, your rental includes use of our industrial size kitchen and equipment for you to prepare your own meals.

    Additionally, this space comes with a projector and screen to allow you to connect your computer for your conference notes of stream photos of the lovely couple getting married.

    Tama Lodge Conference Services

    Private Org & Squadron Retreats, Seminars and More

    $50

    per day
    Includes: Use of conference room & audio-visual equipment

    Maps