Hakone is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations with easy access from Tokyo, attracting both of international and domestic visitors seeking a break from busy city life. There are many hot spring resort with numerous inns, restaurants and gift shops. You can enjoy the magnificent beauty of nature including breathtaking views of nearby Mt. Fuji. With this tour you will have wonderful experience to be left in your memorial album.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Odawara Station at 9:00
Hakone Yumoto
Yumoto is located at the entrance of Hakone. Let's start a wonderful journey!
Lake Ashi
We will arrive at Moto-Hakone Pier by bus. You can enjoy riding a pirate ship as well as viewing beautiful scenery of the lake and Mt. Fuji. After arriving at another pier of Togendai, I will take you to a lakeside restaurant where you can enjoy local food for lunch.
Owakudani Valley
This is the largest fumarole located in the central crater of Hakone volcano and No.1 view point of Mt. Fuji. You can enjoy a fine view of Mt. Fuji and dynamic panorama of volcanic fumarole while eating slow-boiled egg.
Gora Park
This is Japan's first garden in western style opened in 1914 which is famous for its multitude of flowers.
Open-Air Museum
This is Japan's first outdoor art museum devoted to sculpture founded in 1969.
Hakone Yumoto
We will walk around the street to buy souvenirs for some time before taking train.
Ending Point
At Odawara Station at 17:00
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee
1. Transportation fee (you and guide); JPY5,000/person if we meet at Odawara or Hakone-Yumoto, 2. Lunch (you and guide); About JPY1,500/person depending on what you order , 3. Entrance fee (you); JPY2,000/person for Open Air Museum *if you requires guide to pick you up at the hotel in Tokyo, you have to pay JPY5,000 for guide's Shinkansen fee additionally.
Whether or not you can see Mt. Fuji depends on the weather on the day.
I am available from 9am to 5pm everyday.
I am flexible to one day trip to Hakone, Lake Kawaguchi and Nikko if you pay my transportation fee on top of the tour in Tokyo.
Hello, I'm Yoshi!! I started my second career as a tour guide after retiring from the Japanese computer company I had worked for about 40 years. I was born in Asakusa and grew up in down town in Tokyo. I’m married with two daughters and three grandchildren, two girls and a boy.
I've experienced guiding international visitors in Tokyo and other famous sightseeing spots as a guide for several years. I will be so happy to help you enjoy your stay in Japan. Look forward to joining my tour!!
Catherine W.
“Yoshi didn’t just guide- he enlightened”
I found myself with one day to spend on my own in Tokyo while accompanying my partner for a conference in Yokohama. A private tour seemed like the best way to spend my time efficiently, while also having the support of a knowledgeable local guide. The day with Yoshi exceeded all my hopes and expectations. Not only did we cover a lot of ground, he took great care to teach me about history, culture, and customs. It was a wonderful and unforgettable day. I would highly recommend.
Andreas D.
“Tokio 2025”
Yoshi, our guide, was excellent. He formed the tour exactly to our needs and expectations and introduced the city's highlights. He was very friendly.
Yoshi S.
Hi Andreas, thank you for your warm message which is encouraging and motivating to me. It was also fun for me being with you all the day. I hope you will enjoy cruising all over Japan thru Korea. Safe travels! Yoshi
Rowena S.
“Outstanding Guide”
Our experience on this tour was truly memorable, thanks to our wonderful guide, Yoshi. He was professional, friendly, and made every part of the journey smooth and enjoyable. Yoshi’s attention to detail and genuine hospitality made the entire experience exceptional. We highly recommend both the tour and Yoshi as your guide!
Yoshi S.
Thank you for your kind comments which are very encouraging and motivating to me. I look forward to another opportunity. Yoshi
$307/ per group