Hakone, which can be reached in just 73 minutes from Shinjuku, is famous as a tourist destination where you can refresh yourself in nature. On this tour, you will travel around Hakone by train, cable car, ropeway, boat, and bus. Let's cover all the must-see spots in Hakone in one day, such as Owakudani, Lake Ashi, and Hakone Shrine.

[Visit Spots]
・Ajisai Bridge
・Hakone Shrine
・Hakone Pirate Ship
・Togendai View Restaurant
・Hakone Tozan Cablecar & ropeway
・Owakudani
・cu-mo Hakone

Private Tour - Hakone Day Trip! A Tour to Explore All Must-Sees!

You will hike around 8km in this trip and visit Lake Ashi, the Hachiri heritage path, Yamanaka Castle Ruins, Genbe River. The transportation between the sites is either on foot or by local bus. The guide will give you background of this historical part of Japan.

You will traverse the Hakone Mountain like Edo period travellers and see Mt Fuji from different angles while you walk if weather permits.

Hakone Hachiri is a Japan Heritage where you can experience how people traveled during Edo period (17th century). It is a part of the Old Tokaido Highway including the steep slope of Hakone mountains. 

Our Hakone Hachiri tour starts from Hakone Yumoto. We hike and take the bus to visit Amasake Tea House and walk on the cobble stone path to Lake Ashi where we will see the lake, Mt Fuji and the Torii gate of Hakone Shrine. 

After lunch near the Hakone Checkpoint, we take a bus to skip the temporally closed part and then resume the walk towards Mishima. Mishima Station is our ending point.

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide

Hike a section of the ancient forest-clad Tokaido Highway that links Tokyo with former capitals Kyoto and Osaka. Experience Amazake Chaya, one of the few remaining of hundreds of teahouses that lined the old Tokaido, Cedar Avenue with towering 400 year-old Japanese cedar patrolling both sides of the trail, and stunning views of Mt Fuji (weather permitting) from Yamanaka Castle Ruins, and more. Hakone Hachiri has been declared a Japan Heritage Area. Allow our guide to immerse you in the history, culture, and natural heritage of this ancient route.

Hike Hakone Hachiri

This tour involves 4-5 hour hiking in Hakone (about 8-9km) and you need to be fit to complete it. You will traverse the outer rim of Hakone caldera and enjoy lunch and onsen in this experience. 

The 90-min ascent up to the mountain top has an elevation gain of 500 meter. Then the 2.5 hour ridge walk gives you a panoramic view of Hakone area (. As you walk through the bamboo field, you will hear the birds singing and see sakura in spring, red leaves in autumn and step on the powdered snow in deep winter. After the ridge walk, you will go down the mountain in 30 minutes and reach Sengokuhara. Then lunch at local Japanese restaurant. Onsen follows for relaxation.

If the weather is good, you can see Mt Fuji most of the time while you are on the ridge walk. Even when Mt Fuji is hiding behind the clouds, you still have a view of Miyagino and Sengokuhara in this traverse mountain hike.

We go by chartered taxi to the trailhead. Transportation cost is not included in the tour price.

Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour

Staying in Hakone? Let's go to Mishima and explore the superb view!

Hakone is easily accessible from Tokyo and is a popular tourist destination. It is known or famous as a hot spring town and has many attractions. For example, a beautiful Lake Ashi and the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji. 

Those are of course must-see tourist destinations, but on this tour, you will reach Mishima on the west side of Mt. Hakone. Despite the fact that there was still a lot of nature left undeveloped until today, in recent years it has been developed so that many people can enjoy the impressive scenery! This area is worth to visit because it takes only 20 minutes by bus from Hakone.
It is a recommended tour on the second day of Hakone sightseeing, which extends to the unknown area.

Do You Want to Try Skywalk? A New Way of Enjoying Hakone!

You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends.

This is a tour of Hakone using public transportation.

Tours include ropeway ride, Owakudani, Hakone Shrine, Open Air Museum, and Lake Ashi with a cruise on the Hakone pirate ship replica. 

On sunny days, you can see Mt. Fuji from Lake ashi. You can also experience a soaking foot bath called Ashiyu hot springs that heals tired feet after walking.

Starting from Hakone Yumoto station, the tour ends at Hakone Yumoto station.

Hotel pick up and drop off（Hakone district limited) offered.

For details of the destination, you can look at the what to expect section of this web page.



Hakone Full-Day Private Tour 

Step into the captivating world of "Evangelion" and discover Hakone through the eyes of the iconic anime. Visit key locations from the series, including the station where the main character and Misato met, and immerse yourself in the dramatic backdrop of the Third New Tokyo City. With a professional guide, explore famous settings, enjoy Evangelion-themed shopping, and experience the unique fusion of animation and reality in Hakone. This tour offers a one-of-a-kind journey for fans and newcomers alike!

Evangelion Hakone Tour Explore The Third New Tokyo City

This is a private tour of Hakone using public transportation.Tours include ropeway ride, Owakudani, Open Air Museum, Onsen experience and Lake Ashi with a cruise on the Hakone pirate ship replica. 

On sunny days, you can see Mt. Fuji from Lake ashi. 

Heal your body and mind at Hakone natural hot spring with various effects. Let's enjoy hot spring like local!

When you experience a hot spring, other guests also take a bath at the public hot spring facilities. If you want to take a bath in a separate room, you need to make a reservation separately from the tour, so please consult with the guide after booking the tour.

Starting from Hakone Yumoto station, the tour ends at Hakone Yumoto station.

For this tour, you can purchase Hakone Free Pass,which allows you to ride eight vehicles in Hakone.

For tour details, see the inclusions, what to expect section on this page.


Hakone Onsen Experience, Lake Ashi, Open-Air Museum Tour

Experience a seamless round‑trip journey between Hakone and Lake Kawaguchi with an English‑speaking guide who shares the rich history and culture of the Fuji‑Hakone region. Enjoy stunning views from Fujiyama Tower, overlooking Mt. Fuji and the expansive sea of trees. Visit Oishi Park, known for its seasonal flowers, stylish cafés, and panoramic views of Lake Kawaguchi—perfect for enjoying lunch at your own pace. In Hakone, explore Owakudani's dramatic volcanic landscape, famous sulfur vents, and iconic black eggs. Multiple designated pick-up and drop-off locations are available throughout the Hakone area. With direct routes and convenient boarding and drop‑off points near major Hakone areas, this tour maximizes your time and ensures you return to Hakone by evening. Discover iconic scenery, cultural insights, and comfortable transport throughout your day.

From Hakone: Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko Area Bus Tour

Hakone is surrounded by deep mountains, you can enjoy natural forest-bathing from escaping hustle and bustle city (Tokyo).
*You are recommended to stay at Hakone area one day before our tour date with enjoying hot spring in the calm greenery forest. 
*Standard 8 hours private tour (one group-max six persons): We meet at Hakone Yumoto station at 8:00am, go around by riding five kinds of public transportation (mountain train, cable car, ropeway, cruise ship, mountain bus).
*Visit Owakudani Valley with trying famous sulfur-boiled black egg, which is said to be able to extend seven years longevity per one egg , sightseeing cruise on Lake Ashi 40 min, Hakone Shrine surrounded by 100year cedar trees taking photos under red torii gate , 400year tea house where we may talk with 13th generation owner with sitting at fired hearth(reservation done by Munetaka), 200year marquetry craft house with listening to 7th generation artisan's production explanation (reservation done by Munetaka)

Full-day Tours in Hakone