Hakone is a beautiful mountainous area in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu-National Park. Just a half hour away from Tokyo by bullet train, a day tour out to Hakone is a must do. Famous for it’s hot springs, scenic crater lake (Lake Ashi) and it’s breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji, Hakone is completely surrounded by Japan’s beautiful nature. This full-day Hakone tour is a carefully curated mix of history, culture, nature, and fun activities.
This private tour includes a bullet train from Tokyo to Odawara and back, a visit to the ancient Hakone Shrine, a boat ride across Lake Ashi, a cable car up the volcanic Mt. Hakone, black eggs at the sulfurous fields of Owakudani, and a visit to the Hakone Open Air Museum or a traditional Japanese Onsen.
In addition, you will stroll along the Old Cedar Avenue - built in the early 17th century it is one of Japan's oldest roads, and shop for authentic souvenirs at the hot spring town of Hakone Yumoto.
Posted By : KristinaH1945
Our tour guide, Paiva, was great. She guided us expertly around the subways and trains, including getting us seats. She answered all of our questions and was friendly and personable. Highly recommend this tour guide as she goes above and beyond.
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Posted On : 2024-04-16 17:58:13 
Posted By : JoyCyprus
We had the most amazing day with our superb guide Paiva who looked after us so well all day from picking us up to dropping us off 11 hours later, she was very knowledgeable and aware of our needs at all times. It was the most magical day I had been worrying I would not be able to cope with all the walking steps etc., but I had no problem at all so don’t be put off.
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Posted On : 2024-04-06 04:48:17
Posted By : vegasrob
We traveled from Tokyo to Odawara Station by Shinkansen (bullet train). From there we transferred to Hakone Yumoto by local train and then boarded a taxi which took us directly to Hakone Shrine.
Hakone Shrine
We explored Hakone Shrine which dates back to 1667, discussed Shintoism, and learned about how this shrine is linked to the first Emperor of Japan. We took pictures by the torii gate in the water.
Lake Ashi
We took a boat across Lake Ashi, once believed to house the 9 headed dragon that caused steam eruptions by the nearby mountains.
Hakone Ropeway
We took a nice ropeway up towards Owakudani
Owakudani
We explored an active volcano and ate black eggs, adding 7 years to your life!
Hakone Tozan Cable Car
We rode on a cable car through the mountains. This special cable car system dates back to 1922.
Hakone Open Air Museum
We visited Japan’s first open-air museum which includes works from Henry Moore and Picasso and local Japanese artists Ryoji Goto (the black and red dancing people), and Takamichi Ito (the steel turning sticks) amongst others.
Finally, we traveled back to Tokyo by Shinkansen.
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Posted On : 2024-04-03 21:18:20
Posted By : Teresa W
Terrific tour! Rohan was delightful and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our day! Highly recommend to all who are interested in Japan’s history, culture or nature.
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Posted On : 2023-10-13 17:49:44
Posted By : J1655XNsteveh
What a great day with our exceptional guide Sid! Thank you Sid! We enjoyed a full day exploring the history, nature, and cultural highlights of Hakone. Sid was so organized - the day was well planned, he communicated the plan very well, kept us up to date on each stage (ie prepped us for the next step at each stage), was very knowledgeable, gave expert food tips!, and was amazing with the kids (and big kids)! The tour itself is full of special surprises - views, history, culture, unique eats, art, etc etc. can’t recommend Sid highly enough!
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Posted On : 2023-04-09 10:11:16
Posted By : minshinl
My guide is Nobuko, she is very friendly and plan the whole journey for us. The weather caused us to change our points of destination from time to time, so she planned nicely and make our trip memorable.. Towards the end of our tour, she teached us basic Japanese language too👏
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Posted On : 2022-08-15 03:01:37
