Hakone Day Trip from Tokyo
Hakone is one of the most popular resort towns in Japan. Especially for people in Tokyo, it is easy to access and a great place to spend the weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the workweek. You can enjoy the beautiful nature shaped by volcanic activities from ancient times.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- If you know how to come to Odakyu Shinjuku Station, we will meet there at 7:45.
Odakyu Shinjuku (Romance Car)
On weekdays, we will take 8:11 Romance car, and on weekends, we will take 8:00 Romance car to go to Hakone Yumoto Station (arriving at 9:53 on weekdays, and at 9:24 on weekends).
*The Odakyu Romance Car is very popular among tourists heading to Hakone, so tickets are often booked quickly once sales open one month before the travel date. If seats are fully booked, we will take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Odawara Station, which costs 3,280 yen per person.
Hakone Tozan Railway and Hakone Cable Car
We will take Hakone Tozan Railway and Hakone Cable car to go to Sounzan where we will take Hakone Rope way. While riding on a mountain train traversing the steepest railway in Japan, we can enjoy beautiful views of the Hakone mountain area.
Hakone Ropeway from Sounzan to Ōwakudani, and then to Togendai Port
From Sounzan Station at 1,200 meters above sea level, we take a ropeway down to Lake Ashi at 700 meters above sea level. Along the way, we stop at Owakudani, where clouds of volcanic steam rise from the desolate rocky landscape, while enjoying the views of the actively erupting Mount Hakone. From this ropeway, we can also enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fuji.
At Togendai Port, we will take a lunch break at the restaurant where we can enjoy a nice view of Lake Ashi.
Cruise on Lake Ashi aboard the Pirate Ship
Lake Ashi is a caldera lake formed by volcanic activity of Mount Hakone. From the bottom of the caldera, you can enjoy the scenery of the outer rim of Mount Hakone, as well as the view of the summit of Mount Fuji beyond. First, we will enjoy a cruise from Togendai Port to Checkpoint Port.
Narukawa Museum
Narukawa Art Museum is a modern art museum located in Hakone, overlooking Lake Ashi. It features a large collection of contemporary Nihonga (Japanese-style paintings) by leading artists. The museum is also known for its beautiful panoramic view of Mount Fuji and the lake from its lounge and glass windows.
Stroll along the shores of Lake Ashi
We will continue to stroll along the coast of Lake Ashi after leaving Narukawa Museum, heading toward Hakone Shrine.
Hakone Shrine
Hakone Shrine was founded in 757 after receiving a divine message from the deity of Hakone. Throughout history, famous warriors including Ieyasu Tokugawa prayed here for victory in battle. Strolling through the grounds of the Shrine, you may experience the divine spiritual atmosphere.
The Torii gate standing in the Lake Ashi is the one of most popular photogenic spots that people want to take a photo of themselves standing in front of it.
Travel back to Hakone Yumoto
We will take a bus to Hakone-Yumoto, arriving at 16:50, where we will board the Romancecar bound for Shinjuku. Alternatively, we may take a regular train instead of the Romancecar.
There is also an option to return to Tokyo Station by bullet train from Odawara Station, which requires an additional fare of 3,810 yen per person.
Ending Point
At Shinjuku Station, or at your hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee and hotel pick-up within 23 wards in Tokyo
Transportation fees (for you and your guide)
Food and drinks (for you and your guide)
Entrance/ Admission Fee (for you and your guide)
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The total amount of additional fees for this tour, excluding the guiding fee, varies based on the options you select:
1. Standard additional fees: 9,500 yen per person (Hakone Free Pass: 7,100 yen + Round-trip Romance Car express tickets: 2,400 yen).
2. Without the express train on the return to Shinjuku: 8,300 yen per person (Hakone Free Pass: 7,100 yen + One-way Romance Car express ticket: 1,200 yen).
3. Narukawa Museum: In addition to the transportation fees mentioned above, the admission fee is required if we decide to visit (1,500 yen per adult, 1,000 yen per college/high school student, and 500 yen per junior high/elementary student).
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
*Pick-up service will not be provided for those staying outside Tokyo, including Yokohama.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone, Kamakura, and Nikko if you pay my transportation fee.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Keiko T.
Hello. I am Keiko, a nationally licensed tour guide for English-speaking tourists. I love traveling to new places, experiencing different cultures, and meeting new people. When I was young, I embarked on a long journey to explore more about my life. I settled in a small town in Illinois, USA, enjoying a new life while studying at the state university, and then moved to Florida to work for a while.
After coming back to Japan, I have been working in downtown Tokyo since 2008, mainly as a translator and sometimes as an interpreter in various fields, including central government offices, TV stations, and a university. Seeing the increased opportunities around the Tokyo Olympics 2020, I transitioned into the tourism industry and am currently working as a tour guide, basically giving day tours of downtown Tokyo, Fuji & Hakone, Kamakura and Nikko.
I love meeting people from different backgrounds, talking with them, and learning new things. That's why I enjoy hosting guests from abroad who want to explore Japan. Many local people helped me during my journey, and now it's time for me to give back. Come and meet me here; I will show you around amazing places in Japan.
Reviews
Josh S.
“The Art Museum is a hit”
Hi, it's Josh. Thank you for the outing. It's a very nice time. Maybe next year I will go again Take care
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Keiko T.
Josh, I hope you are doing well. Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed the tour with me. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't on our side, but I hope you'll have the chance to see a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji when you visit again next time.
Fred F.
“Exceptional overview of Tokyo sights and Japanese cultural experiences with Keiko-San!”
We cannot say enough to properly share our exceptional visit in Tokyo with the guidance and knowledge of our wonderful guide, Keiko-San! We did not just visit all the key sights across Tokyo, but also spent a second day visiting Kamakura at Keiko’s recommendation. The complete experience was more than we could have hoped for. The best part was that Keiko-San provided a local’s Japanese knowledge of the country, and provided a historical education which truly added a complete picture for us as first time visitors to Tokyo and Japan. The very best part for us was that in Keiko-San we had a new local friend who took personal interest in sharing her country and her knowledge with us! This very much helped set the stage for our next several weeks of travel in many other locations as we traveled throughout Japan. She provided a rich background of understanding that we would draw on for several weeks to come throughout Japan. If local knowledge of the historical sights, understanding of the culture, good exposure to food choices and selection of restaurants are important, and effective use of local transportation will make your trip most effective, we can truly recommend Keiko-San can provide exceptional guidance! We were fortunate that we booked her for two full days to begin our Japan travels, and we highly recommend her.
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Keiko T.
Fred, thank you so much for your kind review. The time I spent with you and your wife still remains deep in my heart, and I sometimes recall the wonderful moments we shared at each spot. You are such a wonderful couple, and I learned so much from you both. I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed our time together and that I could be a part of your memorable journey in Japan. I hope you and your wife will have many more wonderful adventures together, and I would be delighted to see you again someday, whether in Japan or somewhere else in the world.
Maureen A.
“A lovely day with Keiko”
Keiko was an excellent guide, adjusted the intinary to meet our interests and was very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited and a lot more besides. We had a great day, ate some great food at We Are The Farm and walked for miles. We learnt how to navigate the trains and saw a huge amount in one day. You are in very safe hands with Keiko who will personalise your tour to meet your interests. Very highly recommended.
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Keiko T.
Maureen and Pete, thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed our day together. It was a pleasure to tailor the itinerary to your interests, and I’m glad you got to experience so much of Tokyo — from discovering its food scene to mastering the train system. I hope the skills you picked up will make the rest of your stay in Japan even more enjoyable. It was wonderful showing you around, and I wish you many more memorable experiences on your travels!
$250/ per group
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