Hakone Tour
Private Sightseeing to Hakone
9 hours/Itinerary
Our Journey
Our Most selling itinerary of One-Day Hakone Tour (9h). We organize each tour based on our customers’ interests and preferences, weather, and season. Please feel free to let us know what you like, and we will customize a tour plan just for you!
Guide Line
Discover the beauty and tranquility of Japan’s volcanic wonderland on a Hakone Tour.
Enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Fuji, relax in soothing hot springs, and experience the region’s famous attractions — from a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi to the Hakone Ropeway’s breathtaking vistas.
Perfect for nature lovers, culture seekers, and anyone wanting a peaceful escape from Tokyo.
Embark on a captivating Hakone Tour, where nature, art, and tradition blend seamlessly. Just a short journey from Tokyo, Hakone offers a refreshing retreat with stunning mountain scenery, geothermal hot springs, and unique cultural landmarks.
Your tour may include a picturesque boat ride across Lake Ashi, offering views of Mt. Fuji on clear days, and an exhilarating ride on the Hakone Ropeway, gliding over volcanic valleys and sulfur vents. Explore the Owakudani Valley, famous for its “black eggs” boiled in natural hot springs, and visit the Hakone Shrine, nestled peacefully by the lake’s edge.
With options to visit the Hakone Open-Air Museum or unwind in a traditional onsen, this tour provides the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and cultural discovery — all within the scenic heart of Japan’s Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Inclusions
Private transportation
Commercial Driving permit holder drivers
Green number plates Vehicles
English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Exclusions
Lunch
Ticket for any activity (ropeway, cruise etc) Entry to any place where tickets required.
Cancelation before 24 hours fully refundable, Cancelation within 24 hours non refundable.
Pay later option, we will send you link for the payment 72 hours before the tour or earlier depend upon customer preferences.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Cash
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Not allowed
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Food in the vehicle
Know before you go
- The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- Smoking and eating are not allowed in the vehicle.
About this Activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Japanese
Pickup included
We provide pickup from customer's hotels. Pick up location Tokyo 23 wards is Included. Due to Traffic we can be 30 Minutes Late. For Airports Narita (25000Jpy) Haneda 7000JPY, Ports, Chiba 15000JPY, Kawasaki 20000JPY, and Yokohama 20000JPY Pickup additional charges will apply.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group
Pick up – 8:30 am from Tokyo Hotel
We will pick you up from your Tokyo Hotel at 8:30 am .
Note:
“30 min could be delay due to traffic no refund and review could be accepted.”
Hakone Shrine
This beautiful Shinto shrine, set on the shores of Lake Ashi and backed by lush forests and Mount Hakone, is one of the most iconic spots in Hakone. Known for its peaceful atmosphere and the famous red torii gate that stands in the lake, it’s a great place for visitors to enjoy traditional Japanese architecture, serene walks, and stunning views of the surrounding area.
Hakone Open-Air Museum
The Hakone Open-Air Museum is Japan’s first outdoor museum, located in the scenic hills of Hakone. This museum is known for its impressive blend of art and nature, featuring large-scale sculptures, installations, and art pieces spread across beautifully landscaped grounds with views of the surrounding mountains.
Hakone Owakudani
Owakudani is a popular and dynamic volcanic valley located in Hakone, Japan. Formed around 3,000 years ago during the last eruption of Mount Hakone, it is known for its active geothermal activity, with steam vents and bubbling hot springs scattered across the landscape. Visitors to Owakudani can witness the valley’s striking scenery, characterized by rugged terrain and a distinct sulfuric smell that permeates the air.
One of the unique attractions in Owakudani is the “black eggs” (Kuro-tamago), which are regular eggs boiled in the natural hot springs, turning their shells black due to the sulfur in the water. Local legend says that eating one of these eggs can add seven years to your life.
Lake Ashi Pirate cruise
The Lake Ashi Pirate Cruise is a unique and scenic boat tour on Lake Ashi, a picturesque lake located in Hakone, Japan. The cruise is conducted on large, ornately decorated pirate ships, which are designed to resemble 17th-century European vessels.
Drop off at 5:30 pm
We will start moving back to Tokyo around 4:00 pm. If you want to drop off at other location please do let us know in advance.
FAQ's
The tours start and end when the driver picks you up from your accommodation in Tokyo and drops you off at the end of the day. In the case of your accommodation being outside of Tokyo 23 Wards, your tour will start and end when the driver departs and arrives in Tokyo at the end of the day.
No pets are allowed.
The price include toll fees, gas, parking lot fees, tax, etc. It doesn’t include fees for such as: lunch/food/beverage, entrance fee of tourist spots, fee of boats/cable cars, etc.
Yes, The extension fee is 3,500 yen/30 minutes.
There will be no refunds in case the tour finishes early. If the tour will finish earlier due to accidents, Bad weather, natural disasters, sudden sickness, etc., please contact us and we can discuss about it.
As it’s a little far from the central area of Tokyo, it is highly recommended that you book a “9h One-Day Tour” to visit the Hakone area. For boarding the Shinkansen, it is possible to conclude the tour at Odawara Station or local hotels in the Fuji/Hakone area. However, please note that the round-trip travel time to Tokyo, totalling three hours, will be deducted from the overall tour duration.
Client Testimonials
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Posted on grace suTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a pleasant experience. Our driver was safe and conscientious. Communication was challenging at times due to driver’s limited English and the only person in our party who speaks Japanese was seated in the back. We were fortunate to have great weather resulting in outstanding pictures. Our driver was patient with us and even apologized a slightly late return due to heavy traffic. Thank you for a nice experience! We’d recommend Live Nippon to a friend.Posted on AM LTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you, Dan for taking our family on an amazing journey! Your cultural expertise and the information your provided will be remembered by our family for years to come. We appreciated your patience and willingness to move at our pace. It was truly a memorable experience!Posted on Naomi STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great trip. Our guide Petteri was prompt, very knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend.Posted on Gary CameronTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We loved our full day private tour from Tokyo to the Mount Fuji area. We were a group of 4 from Canada. Petteri was an awesome guide. He was knowledgeable, suggesting excellent changes to our original itinerary. We stopped at morw than 8 locations including many viewing spots of Mount Fuji, a number of the the Fuji lakes, 3 shrines, and a winery. It was a complete day.Posted on Tess BenephyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful for tour of Mt Fuji with our driver, Petteri, taking us to some awesome spots! Would totally recommend them.Posted on Per Øygard RyjordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice service, good pricesPosted on Emma McBrideTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an absolutely fantastic day trip to mt fuji with our driver Maz. The van was extremely comfortable and Maz was an excellent driver. We visited a local village, ate warm mochi, went to a shrine where Maz explained the history and how we could make an offering, visited a lake and went up a gondola for a stunning view. Maz had a great local lunch recommendation, then we went and got ice cream at a flower farm and then visited one last Monument where the view was spectacular. 10/10 best day we have had in Japan . Thank you Maz!!Posted on Ryan TermuloTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful Mt. Fuji day trip with our tour guide, Mr. Dan. The route was great. Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, Lake Kawaguchiko, and Oshino Hakkai were all beautiful, and the trip was smooth and well paced. What really stood out was the support I received when, on our way to another area, I realized my wallet was no longer with me. We immediately went back to Lake Kawaguchiko, realizing it might have been left there during the boat ride. It had slipped inside the boat due to my own carelessness, and I was extremely worried. Mr. Dan and the boat driver patiently helped search the boat until it was found. Their kindness and willingness to help meant a lot to me, and I will never forget it. I highly recommend this tour for both the scenery and the genuine care and professionalism.