Mt. Fuji View from Lake Kawaguchi Area
Joined 2024
This tour allows you to enjoy splendid views of Mt. Fuji from various locations around Lake Kawaguchi. I can guarantee that you will be fully satisfied with the views of Mt. Fuji, although this depends on the weather. In addition to viewing Mt. Fuji, you can experience the tranquil, traditional Japanese landscape. If you wish, you can also enjoy hot spring bathing.
*Changes to the itinerary after booking are not encouraged, so please finalize the itinerary before making a reservation.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Shinjuku Station or at your hotel (Tokyo)
- If you know how to get to Shinjuku Station, we will meet there. If you’re unsure how to reach Shinjuku Station, I will pick you up at your hotel. In that case, our meeting time may be earlier than 7:00 am.
Shinjuku Station
We will take the Fuji Kaiyu No.3 to head toward Shimoyoshida. Fuji Kaiyu is the fastest transportation to get to the region, arriving at 9:11.
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
This is one of the most famous photogenic spots. A photo featuring the red 5-story pagoda, pale pink cherry blossoms, and beautiful Mt. Fuji covered in snow has been widely shared around the world, attracting more visitors to Japan. We need to climb up the mountain along a steep slope, so if you have difficulties walking, this may not be the best choice for you. The round trip from Shimoyoshida Station at the foot of the mountain takes about 40 minutes for relatively fast walkers.
Fujiyoshida Honcho Street
This is also a very famous photogenic spot on social media, so you may have seen photos taken here. It is located nearby, so we will take a walk to see the real view in person.
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai, comprised of eight ponds, is famous for its spring water from Mt. Fuji. You will be amazed at how clean and clear the water in the ponds is. It is also well-known for offering beautiful views of Mt. Fuji through a traditional village landscape.
Historically, these ponds of natural spring water were associated with a religious group called 'Fujiko' and were registered as components of the World Cultural Heritage Site designation for Mt. Fuji.
Lake Kawaguchi: Activity 1
■Sightseeing Boat Appare
Lake Kawaguchi is one of the Fuji Five Lakes, offering splendid views of Mt. Fuji. While enjoying a 20-minute cruising on the lake, we can see the nearly perfect conical shape of Mt. Fuji from the north side.
Lake Kawaguchi: Activity 2
■Hotel Mifujien/ Panorama Ropeway/ Oishi Park
After the cruise, you can choose one activity from the following options:
==Option 1: Hotel Mifujien
Enjoy a day-use hot spring bath with a stunning view of Mt. Fuji.
＝＝Option 2: Panorama Ropeway
Take a ropeway ride up Tenjo Mountain for a breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji.
＝＝Option 3: Oishi Park
Take a bus to the other side of the lake for a picturesque view of Mt. Fuji.
Lake Kawaguchi Station
We will take the 16:28 train to back to Shinjuku, arriving at 18:45.
On the weekends, we will take the 16:45 train, arriving at 18:45, with additional cost of 600 yen, or the 17:01 train, arriving at 19:28, with no additional cost.
Ending Point
At Shinjuku Sation or at your hotel (Tokyo)
Want to personalize this tour?
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)
<Note>
The total of additional fees for this tour, beyond the guiding fee, varies depending on the option you choose:
Option 1: Hotel Mifujien - 10,956 yen per person
Option 2: Panorama Ropeway - 10,756 yen per person
Option 3: Oishi Park - 9,756 yen per person
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour involves climbing up the mountain, so it is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems, or for guests over the age of 80.
* This tour involves traveling by local buses, where you may be required to stand for a period of time.
* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
* Day-use hot spring bathing is not private but public, where you bathe with others of the same gender. Additionally, wearing swimsuits is not allowed.
* Day-use hot spring at Hotel Mifujien may not be available on the day of this tour.
*Pick-up service will not be provided for those staying outside Tokyo, including Yokohama.
*Guiding services are provided in English only. Therefore, guests who are not fluent in spoken English or may have difficulty communicating are kindly advised to consider the possibility of miscommunication with the guide before making a booking.
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
Joined 2024
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
Anne marie Y.
“Amazing Tour”
Keiko took us to several stops with beautiful views of Mt Fuji- it was a worthwhile trip out of Tokyo and very scenic area with many points of interest. Keiko is phenomenal and such a lovely person, and an organized and capable guide. She met us at the train station and shepherded us throughout the day- ensuring we had a great experience as a family. Everything was planned to the minute so we were able to catch the right trains and buses, but nothing felt rushed and we had time to spend at each area we visited. The garden and boat ride on the lake were especially nice stops. We were extremely lucky that Mt Fuji was so clear at each location, but most importantly that we had Keiko to guide us! We thoroughly enjoyed our day with her.
Keiko T.
Anne Marie, thank you very much for your kind review. I also truly enjoyed showing you around and sharing the beauty of Japan with you. The Lake Kawaguchi area, in particular, is one of my top recommendations for anyone visiting Japan. With the rainy season approaching, the weather was overcast yesterday. Nevertheless, we were incredibly lucky to have a clear view of Mt. Fuji all day from every spot we visited—it’s quite rare! I'm so glad to hear that you fully enjoyed the tour. If you have another opportunity to visit Japan, I would be more than happy to guide you again and help you explore even more of authentic Japan.
Mary R.
“My Day with Keiko”
Keiko was an excellent tour guide . I spent my first day in Tokyo with Keiko and knew I was in good hands as soon as I met her . Keiko speaks English very well , and straight away I felt it was a friend showing me her home town . We did a lot of sightseeing in one day and so much of Japan's history and culture was explained to me .Would definitely recommend Keiko as a guide to see the sights of Tokyo
Keiko T.
Mary, thank you so much for your kind review. I truly enjoyed spending time with you as well — it felt like being with a close friend or an older sister. I loved how we could share stories from our lives while exploring all the must-see spots together. I hope you're continuing to enjoy your trip. Wishing you a wonderful time ahead!
Bruce B.
“Fantastic ,pleasant,knowledgeable guide”
Keiko spent the day with us filling us in on the historical significance of several major shrines and the emporers palace and grounds. She knows her way around Tokyo and shortcuts that allowed us more time at these attractions. Be prepared to walk distances as the sites we visited were not compactly situated. All our questions were sagely answered. We truly appreciated her help In obtaining bullet train tickets to several destinations and explaining the additional surcharge applicable to those trains. She made the experience that much more interesting.
Keiko T.
Thank you very much for your kind words. It was truly a pleasure spending time with you. While walking around downtown Tokyo can be somewhat challenging for seniors, you handled it remarkably well. I sincerely hope you will continue to enjoy your journey through Japan.
$277/ per group
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