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Private Tour: Chartered Car to Mt. Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko or Hakone and Lake Ashi

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Full Day Chartered Car Service to Mt Fuji and Hakone Lake Ashi

From $1,140.65

per group (up to 8)

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Up to 24 hours in advance.
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  • 10 to 11 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Find the best viewpoints on this private tour from Tokyo via minivan. Choose between visiting Mt. Fuji or Hakone and relax as your guide navigates twisting mountain roads with ease en route to sites such as Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Ashi, and Arakurayama Sengen Park. This full-day tour also includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a guide available in several languages, and the possibility to curate your trip to suit your interests—a privilege only allowed by a private tour.
  • See the iconic UNESCO-listed mountain from its best angles
  • Stop at cultural attractions like Oshino Hakkai village along the way
  • Curate your tour to suit your interests—tour operated with just your private party
  • Make the trip from Tokyo in comfort and ease with hotel pickup and drop-off included

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Customize your tour and choose either Hakone or Mt. Fuji sights, with guides available in several languages.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Round-trip private transportation by air-conditioned minivan
  • Private guide (English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean professional guides are available)
  • One bottled water per person
  • Entrance fees (hot spring, museum etc.)
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch

Meeting And Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Don't worry if your hotel is not on the list, we do pick up from any location in Tokyo including air BnB. Please type your pick up information when you book.

What To Expect

Mount Fuji (Pass By)

Chureito Pagoda

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Arakurayama Sengen Park

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Fujisan World Heritage Center(Mt.Fuji World Heritage Center)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Kawaguchiko

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oishi Park

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mt. Fuji 5th Station

1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Saiko Lake

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Oshino Hakkai

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oshino Shinobi no Sato

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ide Sake Brewery

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lake Yamanaka

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aokigahara Forest

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Narusawa Ice Cave

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fugaku Wind Cave

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Saiko Bat Cave

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Itchiku Kubota Art Museum

1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kaba (Hippo) Of Lake Yamanaka

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Yamanashi Gem Museum

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Yamanakako Hananomiyako Park

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fujiten Snow Resort

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shiraito Falls

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Yamanashi Fuji Fruits Park

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Shichiken Sake Brewery

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Suntory Hakushu Distillery

1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Katsunuma Winery

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fuji Five Lakes

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hakone Ropeway

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Owaku-dani Valley

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Hakone Open-Air Museum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pola Museum of Art

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hakone Shrine / Kuzuryu Shrine Singu

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hakone Venetian Glass Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lake Ashinoko

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hakone Sekisho and Hakone Sekisho Museum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Odawara Castle

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

MOA Museum of Art

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hakone Museum of Art

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Onshi Hakone Park

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hakone Sightseeing Cruise

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lalique Museum Hakone

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mishima Skywalk

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Narukawa Art Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hakone Bushi-no-Sato Museum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.
  • You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The tour will not be cancelled or refunded even if some spots are not fully visible due to weather conditions. The activity schedule is subject to change/cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
  • Bathing suits, bath towel, or any form of clothing is not permitted inside the hot springs. Men's and women's tubs are separate. Tattoos or body paint is prohibited from using the hot spring facility.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Traveler Tips

If you don't like big buses, this trip is for you.
Don't even bother going on this tour if you can't get Tom as your guide.

Reviews

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Sweet dream came true. Thank you, Mr Taiji.
YeeFui_T, Sep 2023
The goal of the trip was to be there to admire the majestic Mt Fuji and with the help of Mr Taiji, this was achieved with no regret. The grapes farm visit was a bonus and truly enjoyable. Lunch at the unique tea house on the mountain was an unforgettable experience. The patience and hospitality of Mr Taiji was super, and Mt Fuji trip made our Tokyo trip 100%.
A Wonderful Time Visiting Fuji-San with Yoshimi and Tak
Thomas_L, Aug 2023
We had a wonderful time visiting Mt Fuiji and the 5 lakes region. Yoshimi is a knowledgeable, experienced and friendly tour guide; Tak is a superb and considerate driver. Joining this type of private tour is really the best way to explore the more rural area of Japan. That day, Fuji San was hiding behind the clouds but thanks to Tak for recommending one more try to view Mt Fuji at the World Heritage Center observation deck, we were able to see it at the very end of the day. Thank you. I highly recommend joining any tours offered by Tokyo Star Agency.
Thank you Elina and Tak san
Fuyu_S, Aug 2023
Although the weather did not offer us the view to M’ont Fuji, the very pleasant company of Elina and the driver Tak gave us an unforgettable day through different spots of attractions. Elina is very generous in sharing her knowledge and experiences. We highly recommend this choice to those who look for an exclusive tour.
Amazing Experience and Great Guides
Abby_L, Aug 2023
My family and I had a blast visiting Hakone and Lake Ashi! Our guide Tak and driver Toshi were very considerate and mindful of our experience and were able to adapt the tour to our needs. They both had a lot of knowledge about the area and regaled us with fun facts about the nearby attractions. This was an amazing experience and we would definitely recommend this company for anyone seeking a private tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for choosing our tour during your stay in Japan. Due to the unpredictable summer weather, we have changed the route inside Hakone. We are very happy that it worked well and we were able to show the beautiful rainbow over the lake and Mt.Fuji, creating a memorable trip. If there is an opportunity, we would love to help you again.
Great experience and great guide
Stefan_P, Aug 2023
This was a great tour. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and took a ton of photos of us for us. The driver was great, the van super clean and comfortable. The trip from Tokyo to Fuji can take a bit so plan accordingly.
Incredible visit to Mt Fuji
Kemi_K, Jul 2023
We had an incredible time visiting the Mt Fuji area. Our guide, Taiji, was so knowledgeable about the area and offered some itinerary changes to give us the best experience. We got beautiful views and photos of the magnificent mountain, learned so much about the area, and had a full day exploring the region. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you very much for choosing our tour for your last day in Japan. As Seeing Mt. Fuji on top priority, dealing with the difficult summer weather, from experience I made a few changes to the original itinerary to be at the scenic spot at the right time of the day. It is always an exciting challenge, I was very happy that it worked well and was able to produce a memorable last day for you. I hope that you, your son, or your friend would be visiting our country. I will be more than happy to assist you again. Taiji
Context makes the sights even more spectacular!
Travis_S, Jul 2023
Yoshi and Tak led us on a magnificent tour of Mt Fuji. We got picked up, educated about many things while we rode (Yoshi speaks English so well!), and were led to greater understandings of the sights we saw as we visited. The context really made the spectacular views just that much more enjoyable! Can’t recommend enough. Our family had such a great day. Thank again Yoshi and Tak!
Loved this tour of Mt. Fuji -- one of the best parts of our vacation
Wilbur_P, Jun 2023
This all-day tour that took us from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and surrounding areas and back was one of the true highlights of our vacation in Japan. Yuko and Toshi are a great team. Yuko is a wonderful guide, full of information. I especially liked the pointers on plants, trees, geology, and nature that Yuko provided. Toshi is a great driver, and also had good information to share during the ride from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and back. We hit traffic on the way back to Tokyo, and Toshi did a great job getting us back safely. Prior to the tour, Yuko was great at giving us options on how to spend our time, and was more than willing and helpful to create an itinerary that suited our interests. After all, there's no way to see everything that Mt. Fuji and the surrounding areas have to offer in just one day. And on the day of the tour, we were very happy with the sights that we saw. This tour may not be the cheapest option for a private all-day tour of Mt. Fuji, but we feel that it was completely worth the price. Again, this was one of the highlights of our vacation.
Mt. Fuji June 2023
Emily_W, Jun 2023
We are a family of 4, including a 16 year old an 20 year old. First trip to Japan. The whole experience was smooth. We were able to change our tour day a few days before we went. Our guide Elena and driver Tok (hope I have the spellings right) were amazing. Elena was a wealth of knowledge not just about the Mt Fuji area but about Japanese culture. She was friendly and found a lovely lunch place with vegetarian options. Tok was also friendly and an excellent driver through beautiful countryside. We only got a brief view of the mountain due to clouds most of the day. But the trip was much more than just seeing the mountain. 10/10.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Dear Emily, Thank you so much for choosing our service and for this beautiful comment. It really means a lot to us !! I had a great time with you all and still have a smile when thinking about your teens thoughtfulness (they secretly asked you to go to a 7/11 to buy me some candies after emptying the bag I had given them. 😆 so sweet ! ). I also enjoyed and felt enriched by our discussions about encounters, game company leaders in Japan, meds and psychiatry..Now I know there is more than just the grunge scene in Seattle: there are also extra-cool families.
Amazing experience....
Marlon_G, Jun 2023
Amazing experience. Sumiko our tour guide is the best and our driver Toshi is so careful and funny. Both of them are so sweet. It feels like we’ve known them for so long. They made sure we are comfortable inspite of the rain. We are grateful and would recommend this company if you are looking for private charter.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Cristal! Thank you very much for your comment, and yes, we are very happy to show you our Mt. Fuji even if it was a rainy day. it was a miracle!! Thank you for letting us be on your special day in Japan.
Amazing Guides and drivers
Sarah_G, Jun 2023
We had 2 guides (didn’t catch the first guys name but it started with an M) and Tomomi, they were excellent they both were attentive and very friendly. From playing hackie sac at the 5th station to helping our picky family order food, they exceeded our expectations. Our family felt very comfortable with them and they took us to the most amazing places! Our driver Tuc was fantastic as well! He was very funny and very personable and it was an amazing trip overall. Thank you to these amazing staff. Highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Dear Sarah, Thank you very much for choosing our tour and giving us such a good review. We are really happy that you had a wonderful time visiting the places we recommended, in particular, the forest where you enjoyed a lovely stroll. The time we spent together was short, but we also felt comfortable with you as you all were very nice to us. We hope the day-trip around the Mt. Fuji area will be one of the unforgettable memories of your trip to Japan! Sincerely, Michael and Tomomi
The best tour guide
Kelly_B, May 2023
I have to admit, I didn't know what to expect on this tour, and one in our party had limited mobility. But our guide, Misuzu, was incredible. She was super flexible, able to suggest adaptations, and helped us all have a great time. She was also exceptionally kind. I'm so grateful to her.
Fantastic Guides and Drivers!
Ronak_R, May 2023
Our guide Elina and our driver Toshi San were super informative, helpful, and patient with out large group! We explored Shiraito Falls, the Fuji Shibazakura Festival, Aokigahara Forest, the Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave, and Chureito Pagoda. Throughout the trip, Elina and Toshi San shared stories and facts about the sights we were seeing. None of my friends could speak Japanese, but Elina helped us communicate with all the shopkeepers. At the end of the trip, Elina even helped us check into our hotel and find restaurants for dinner. It was a great experience - would recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Dear Ronak, Thank you so much for choosing our tour service and for taking the time to write this kind review! It was a pleasure to have you and your friends enjoy the forest, the ice cave and the flowers and sampling water from Mount Fuji :) It was also a beautiful opportunity for us to hear a group of specialists give us, laymen, a basic yet enlightening introduction on computer science ! Your group had a great energy and I really hope you will get to meet each other in the future and travel together again, maybe also for new adventures in Japan !!! We wish you new graduates all the best for the future; Keep on shining ! Tokyo Star Agency
Family trip to Mt. Fuji
Chris_K, May 2023
We had the pleasure of tour guide Ken and driver Mazda. Booking was super easy and within 4 hours I got a call from Ken (tour guide) to finalize details of itinerary. He was very helpful with good recommendations and helping us craft a bespoke experience. Day of trip, they met us at our hotel and provided exceptional service taking us to places we dreamt of seeing. What a great family trip!
Response from Host, May 2023
Chris-san Thank you for your mail. I’m very happy to know that you really enjoyed the Fuji tour. I also could enjoy the tour because all of you were so nice and friendly. And we were lucky this time because we could see the top of Mt. Fuji. You took many pictures and videos this time, and you remember this tour for a long time, especially Oshino-shinobino-sato might be impressive for your kids. Your kids seemed to have enjoyed Ninjya-show, Ninjya-trick house and so on. I also enjoyed them because I have been practicing how to use Japanese swords. You tried to learn Japanese and finally, even your little daughter said Domo Arigato (Thank you very much ) when we had to say goodbye. It was very memorable for me. I hope you will continue to have an interest in Japan. Domo Arigato.
Highly Recommend This Tour
Robert_N, May 2023
Booked a tour and was only expecting a driver for a day tour. To our good fortune, we were very lucky to have Yoshimi assigned as our guide (and Tak assigned as our driver). Both were incredibly interactive, easy to converse with and highly informative. Yoshimi’s historical and geographical illustrations alone were worth the trip. We proceeded to have a great day together touring the Lake Kawaguchiko route. The sky cooperated and we were able to see Mt Fuji late morning and they managed to quickly position us at a couple of locations where we were able to obtain some great views. As the mountain became engulfed in clouds, they adjusted the schedule so we were able to take full advantage of our time. Highly recommend this tour as one of the best we have taken.
Amazing tour with Takada!
Hadia_Q, Apr 2023
This tour was amazing! My sister and I enjoyed this tour so much! It was raining the day we went; however, the tour guide, Takada, did an excellent job taking us around the Mt. Fuji area. We had a great time learning about Mt. Fuji, Japanese culture, and immersing ourselves in the nature around Mt. Fuji. Takada was very helpful and accommodating and he had excellent English. He was always ready to take our pictures and answered any and all questions. Thank you to Takada and Toshi (our driver) for making this tour possible and fun! Toshi even gave us a postcard before we left and thanked us! Takada made it a point for us to connect ourselves spiritually with the mountain and it was an incredible experience. I recommend Takada as a tour guide because he really knows the area and will accommodate everyone. Thank you Takada and Toshi! :)
The guide Taiji asked...
Mohammad_A, Apr 2023
The guide Taiji asked extra money after inviting his team member to a dinner and paying for the dinner. Taijin asked extra money claiming I used the vehicle for extra time even though my trip was finished. This is not professional.
Response from Host, May 2023
Dear Mr. Alsanea, we would like to express our gratitude for choosing our service. We would like to clarify that your negative review does not pertain to the day tour to Mt. Fuji that you took. Instead, it concerns a personal transfer request that you made on the following days, as you were satisfied with the quality of our tour to Mt. Fuji. During the day of the transfer, our driver worked for 13.5 hours, which exceeded the initial estimated time of 8 to 9 hours. Although we appreciate your kind gesture of inviting our driver to dinner, it unfortunately does not cover the additional overtime charge. We understand that there may be differences in professional practices between Japan and your country, but charging overtime fees when a tour exceeds its allotted time is common in our profession. We would also like to clarify that the end of the tour is considered when our driver drops off the client at their final destination. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and we hope to serve you better in the future.
A Day Well Spent
Sabine_H, Apr 2023
Wonderful time with our tour guide, Taisho-san. He was very accommodating of our requests and gave great tips in helping us arrange our itinerary. He was also very knowledgeable and helpful in providing context to all the places we visited.
Lovely experience with our Korean tour guide Haejee!
Hayung_Y, Apr 2023
Our trip to Mt. Fuji and around was wonderful. Our guide, Haejee, was wonderful in communicating with my in-laws who only speak in Korean. My in-laws fully enjoyed their time on the tour. This is the first tour where my in-laws could actually understand and even communicate back and ask questions. Win-win! Our guide Haejee was really patient as it took us much longer to explore each site and she was also wonderful about how to ensure the best way to walk up certain sites as my in-laws are elderly. We toured the Arakurayama Sengen Park, Oshino Hakkai, Narusawa Ice Cave, and Shiraito Falls. The Narusawa Ice cave was beautiful and for this one, it was just my husband and I with our kids. The cave does get very narrow and you have to hunch and walk/squat through this smaller part of the cave. We ended our tour at Shiraito Falls. Shiraito falls is breathtakingly beautiful and calm. I wish we could've stayed longer. Thank you so much Haejee for making it such a memorable experience!
Perfect Day Tour To Mt Fuji
Michelle_M, Apr 2023
This was an amazing private day tour from Tokyo to Mt Fuji. Our guide Mazda promptly picked us up at our hotel in Tokyo and drove us to the Mt. Fuji area. The van was roomy and comfortable for our party of 7. Mazda was very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. The drive took about 2.5 hours and we managed to visit 5 sites in the Fuji Five Lakes area before heading back to Tokyo. It was great going at our own pace and being able to customize which sites we visited. Having a private van was worth every penny.
Response from Host, May 2023
Thanks for participating MT FUJI tour. Though the weather condition was not so good, we enjoyed SHIRAITONOTAKI waterfall, NARUSAWA HYOKETSU ice cave, and FUJI Safari Park very much. Around the waterfall area, we have received plenty of minus ion energy with MT FUJI clear water. Those scenic areas were made by MT FUJI's volcanic activities, I think you fully enjoyed the tour the whole day. I hope you will take part in another of our tours (KAMAKURA ENOSHIMA YOKOHAMA, NIKKO, TOKYO) and go to MT FUJI again♬
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