Traveling from Tokyo to Kyoto? Why don't you break your journey at Fujinomiya? It is at the southwestern skirt of Mt. Fuji, and is easily accessible for people traveling on Shinkansen train. Why don't you enjoy view of Mt. Fuji, a historical shrine worshipping the sacred mountain (World Heritage Site), a fine museum and a green tea farm?
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shin-Fuji Station (JR Shinkansen), Fuji Station (JR local Tokaido line) or place of your choice
Shin-Fuji Station
Meet your guide at the gate, drop your luggage (if you have any) at a tourist center, and let's start the tour (use of taxis, suggested).
Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center (grand view of Mt. Fuji on a clear day from its balcony)
Museum featuring Mt. Fuji
Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine (World Heritage Site)
Lunch in the vicinity, such as popular fast food, Fujinomiya yakisoba (fried noodles)
Green tea farm (tea picking and tasting experience) (60 min)
After enjoying the view of Mt. Fuji from the green tea field, we will walk to the house/shop to enjoy afternoon green tea with madame of the farm (green tea instructor).
Shin-Fuji Station
Back to the Shinkansen station, pick up your luggage and travel on to your lodging for the night.
Ending Point
Shin-Fuji Station, Fuji Station or place of your choice
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
guide fee, guide's transportation fee to/from the meeting spot, and making reservation of necessary services during the tour
Transportation fee (you and the guide);
Taxi (Estimated fare by the distance is around ¥10,000 for a small car for a group of 3 guests. The fare goes up by a meter. Parts of the taxi ride may be substituted with public transportation or walking. Depending on the number of people in your group, you may need to hire a car longer to travel between tea farmer's house and tea field, or a larger car. In such cases, car fare may vary.)
It is possible to charter cars for the whole tour. Please ask the guide for details.
Green tea experience; ¥1500/person for 1 hour course,
Admission fee at the World Heritage Center; ¥300/person,
Lunch (if you wish to have it) for you and the guide
!! Total costs outside the tour varies depending on the number of people and detailed itinerary. Ask your guide if you wish to obtain total estimated costs.
View of Mt. Fuji is weather dependent. Let's keep our fingers crossed.
Please ask the guide in advance, if you wish to extend your tour to cover other places in the vicinity, such as inside tour of sake brewery, Shiraito Waterfalls (World Heritage Site), a nice lunch at a reserved table, etc.
The guide suggests using taxis during the tour (please look at the expense not inclusive section). The bus line is not as frequent as in the past and is no longer useful.
The tour requires some walking (about 30 min. in total). If you wish to hire a car for the whole tour, I can make a reservation on your behalf.
I am Fumie Ueda, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter in Atami, Shizuoka, only 50 minutes away from Tokyo by Shinkansen trains.
Atami is conveniently located at the foot of the Hakone mountains, and the base of the Izu Peninsula. It is also close to Mt. Fuji and the Shimizu Port in Shizuoka. I am excited to show you around beautiful places that I love.
I grew up in Yokohama, spent 1 year as a high school exchange student in Allentown, PA in the US, went to college and lived/worked in Tokyo for about 10 years before coming to this beautiful onsen resort.
After becoming a guide, I met with guests from various backgrounds, and I feel grateful once again, for my experience to be exposed to different cultures in my youth.
Let’s have a good time together!
Dylan W.
“Go with Fumie!”
We had an excellent tour and great time with Fumie! The tour was well organized and timed out. We went from place to place without feeling rushed or having to stand around in lines. She went above and beyond for us several times throughout the day. She is clearly highly experienced, knowledgeable, and also she is fun to hang out with!
Fumie U.
Thank you, Dylan, for the nice review. I am especially happy with the last phrase!
Diana P.
“Fumie san is phenomenal! ”
We had the most incredible experience in Shizuoka thanks to our guide, Fumie. From the very beginning, she was proactive and thorough—making phone calls on our behalf, scheduling appointments, and even reaching out to gather information as we came to learn everything we could about tea. She helped us make appts to tour farms that are normally difficult to access. She curated a thoughtful and well-balanced itinerary for us: from sushi and tea blending in central Shizuoka, to exploring Gyokuro culture in Fujieda and meeting a tea master at Gyokuro Terrace, to arranging visits with several other farmers. She even provided us with excellent alternatives when certain farms weren’t available, ensuring that every day was meaningful and productive. What impressed us most was how responsive and easy she was to work with throughout the process. Her excellent English made communication effortless, and her warm, professional manner made the entire journey enjoyable and stress-free. My husband and I truly felt taken care of every step of the way. If you are visiting Shizuoka and want someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to making your time unforgettable, we cannot recommend Fumie highly enough. She made this trip one of the highlights of our time in Japan.
Fumie U.
Thank you, Diana, for the flattering review. Your purpose of the trip was a little different from other guests, so it was difficult for me to plan your itinerary. I am glad that you were happy with my service. I wish you every success in your project and it was my great pleasure to be a part of it.
Gordon M.
“Mr Fuji Area”
Fumie curated an A+++ tour for us. She was very informative and pleasant. She planned out a fantastic private tour that was never rushed but also perfectly timed. Very personal experience and Fumie adapted where necessary for dietary restrictions etc. Do not hesitate to have Fumie as your guide!
Fumie U.
Thank you, Gordon san, for the excellent review. I am glad you enjoyed the tour today. It was my pleasure to guie you around my favorate places because your family was fantastic.
$329/ per group