Hakone

Our most recommended things to do in Hakone

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  1. From Tokyo: Full-Day Mount Fuji and Hakone Tour with Sightseeing Cruise

  Depart by bus on a full-day trip from Tokyo to see the scenic areas of Hakone near Mount Fuji.  Board the ornately decorated pirate ship for a cruise on Lake Ashi, formed by a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago. Gaze out at the surrounding greenery and the idyllic views of Mount Fuji. See the landscape from another perspective and ride in a cable car on the Hakone Ropeway to Owakudani Valley. Take in the panoramic views of Hakone from above. Learn more about the region's nature and traditions. Opt to try the local delicacy, Kuro Tamago, black boiled egg, which according to local legend will extend your life for seven years.

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  2. Mount Fuji: Full-Day Tour from Tokyo with Lunch

  Escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo on a full-day tour to Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi. Transfer in comfort along the highway for approximately 2 hours. Then, go to the Fuji Visitor Center for the start of your Mount Fuji tour. See exhibitions that tell the history and ecological background of Japan’s most iconic mountain. Travel up the mountain to the Mount Fuji 5th Station, the highest level reachable by car. Enjoy some free time to soak up the panoramic views of forests and lakes. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, drive through the mountains to Lake Ashi in Hakone. Here you will board a boat for a 30-minute cruise across the water. Take in the splendid views of Mount Fuji and its surrounding lakes from a different perspective. Transfer back to Tokyo for a drop off at Shinjuku, Giza, or Tokyo Station.

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  3. Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Owakudani Tour

  Your tour departs from the Shinjuku Cocoon Tower at 8:30AM. From there you will get ready to set foot for the highest mountain in Japan, Mount Fuji. Registered by UNESCO as Cultural World Heritage not only in terms of natural beauty, Mount Fuji also provides beautiful culture. You can explore the whole area of the Subaru Line 5th Station, witnessing it all at your own pace. Then, continue with a buffet lunch at the Fuji Matsu View Restaurant. The restaurant offers delicious food and beverages, and will allow you to observe Mount Fuji at the same time. You will then enjoy a pirate ship ride at Lake Ashi, Hakone. The duration of the cruise is approximately 30 minutes, and while on the ship you will enjoy the panoramic views offered by the surrounding nature. Soon after you get off the ship, a rope-way will take you towards the Owakudani Crates. The ride is sure to be thrilling, and the v...

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  4. From Tokyo: Odawara Hakone One-Day Tour

  Start from a central location in Shinjuku in Tokyo and travel to the region’s most notable fortress, Odawara Castle. This is a popular location in the plum and cherry blooming season when flowers and Japanese traditional architecture create a wonderful atmosphere. Visit the main keep, where you will have the chance to see authentic pieces of Samurai armor and weaponry before getting to the highest point of the structure, with a great view on the surrounding mountains and ocean. Next discover the Hakone area as you embark on a cruise on Lake Ashi, with views of the volcanic valley and Mount Fuji on clear days. Enjoy a traditional regional lunch with halal and vegetarian options available. Visit Japanese hot springs in a location unique to the locals. Bathe in the thermal waters, thought to have healing properties. You can also bathe in wine or coffee, for a unique experience!

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  5. From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Owakudani Tour in Italian

  Discover the best of the countryside surrounding Tokyo on this full-day tour. Departing from Shinjuku Cocoon Tower, get ready to set foot on the highest mountain in Japan, Mount Fuji. Admire panoramic views of the mountain and its surrounding area from the Subaru Line 5th Station. Afterward, enjoy a buffet lunch at Fuji Matsu View Restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious food and beverages whilst taking in panoramic views of Mount Fuji at the same time. After lunch, take to the sea on a pirate ship cruise at Lake Ashi. Finally, enjoy a thrilling ropeway ride and be rewarded with breathtaking views at the Owakudani Crates. In Owakudani, enjoy some free time to explore the area before returning to Shinjuku or Tokyo. For the return journey, you can choose between a coach ride to Shinjuku or a bullet train ticket to Tokyo. Alternatively, feel free to get off the coach at Odawara Station t...

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  6. From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Owakudani Tour in Spanish

  Discover the best of the countryside surrounding Tokyo on this full-day tour. Departing from Shinjuku Cocoon Tower, get ready to set foot on the highest mountain in Japan, Mount Fuji. Admire panoramic views of the mountain and its surrounding area from the Subaru Line 5th Station. Afterward, enjoy a buffet lunch at Fuji Matsu View Restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious food and beverages whilst taking in panoramic views of Mount Fuji at the same time. After lunch, take to the sea on a pirate ship cruise at Lake Ashi. Finally, enjoy a thrilling ropeway ride and be rewarded with breathtaking views at the Owakudani Crates. In Owakudani, enjoy some free time to explore the area before returning to Shinjuku or Tokyo. For the return journey, you can choose between a coach ride to Shinjuku or a bullet train ticket to Tokyo. Alternatively, feel free to get off the coach at Odawara Station t...

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  7. Mt. Fuji & Hakone: 1 Day Private Tour with Driver

  Start your day setting off toward the Mt. Fuji area after you are picked up at your accommodation in Tokyo. On clear days, you will be able to see the glory of Mt. Fuji from afar during the ride. Take your first stop at one of japan's most iconic spots, Mt. Nikura Asama Park. Admire the picture-perfect view of the symbolic 5-storied pagoda with Mt. Fuji in the background. Continue on from Mt. Nikura and proceed to Kawaguchiko Craftpark right next to Kawaguchi Lake. If you prefer, take time to enjoy your lunch (not included in tour price) and walk around the lake as you take in the scenic view of Mt. Fuji's reflection on the water. Next, discover the Hakone area as you embark on a cruise on Lake Ashi, with views of the volcanic valley and Mount Fuji on clear days. You could also enjoy Hakone shirine and Owakudani. Conclude the tour when you will be dropped off at your hotel in Tokyo 23 w...

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  8. From Tokyo: Private Scenic Day Trip to Hakone

  Enjoy a private and personalized walking experience of the beautiful mountain town of Hakone just 2 hours away from the city. You'll be paired with guides that are passionate about the place they call home and who choose to spend their free time sharing it with like-minded travelers matched to them. Meet your host in Tokyo, board the luxurious and express Romancecar train and enjoy the scenic trip to the peaceful hamlet of Hakone, where your pilgrimage begins. Discover why Mount Fuji has a special place in Japanese culture and experience one of three sacred mountains, which is beautiful from all angles.  Get a chance to see the mountain from across the shimmering waters of Lake Ashinoko, and from remote locations only accessible via the enchanting Hakone Ropeway.  The foothills of the iconic and active volcano are home to a part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Wander along the ...

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  9. Hakone: Narukawa Art Museum Admission Ticket

  Visit the Narukawa Art Museum located by the beautiful Lake Ashi and discover more than 4000 works of art by various Japanese painters. The private museum possesses See various masterpieces of nihonga, traditional Japanese-style paintings, collected by the museum owner over the course of 20 years. See over 200 pieces by Kyujin Yamamoto, recipient of the Order of Cultural Merit. On clear days, make your way to the panoramic lounge terrace. Enjoy beautiful views of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi.