One-day Excursion to Mt. Fuji Area (from Tokyo)
Joined 2022
Mt. Fuji, Five Lakes and Oshino Hakkai are registered as UNESCO's World Heritage sites. In this tour, you can be relaxed in the beautiful nature in Fuji area, enjoy views from Lake Kawaguchi, and take pictures of Mt. Fuji and the red pagoda together at Asakura Sengen Shrine. The view of Mt. Fuji is fantastic if the weather permits.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Shinjuku Bus Terminal
- On the 4th floor departure terminal In front of the souvenir shop at the entrance of the departure terminal
Shinjuku bus terminal departure area
I reserve our seats for the tour day by phone in advance.
You purchase you and your guide's bus return tickets, about 4400 /person (It is slightly different depending on the place you visit).
For our outgoing bus, I will book one departing at 8:20.
If you like to stat later, please let me know. The starting time depends on you, but it will be better to start earlier.
Pick-up service is provided (3000JPY of payment on the spot). If you need it, consult your guide in advance. Your meeting time at your hotel will be informed.
Chureito Pagoda in Arakurayama mountain
You will arrive at Shimoyoshida stop around 10:50.
We have about one hour for hiking, taking pictures, visiting the shrine in the Arakurayama park.
Chureito Pagoda in Arakurayama park is the most famous scenic site among my guests. You see the red pagoda and Mt. Fuji at the same time and learn Japanese culture, and history of the shrine there. It is about 15 minute-hike up to Chureito pagoda on the steps or slopes and you enjoy taking pictures at higher places. Mt Fuji is beautiful when the weather allows.
①Ohishi Flower Park, Lunch
This is a recommended itinerary when flowers are nice and views of Fuji is good. And there're nice restaurants and cafes.
Heading for Lake Kawaguchi by taxi (Going by train and bus takes longer time).
You enjoy wonderful sceneries of Mt. Fuji from the lakeside flower park when the weather allows.
②Lake Kawaguchi, Kimono Museum
Itchiku Kubota Kimono Museum is wonderful and nearby where you can see some gorgeous works made by the tie dye hand-made Kimono master, Itchiku Kubota. (It's closed on Tuesday) that are stored and displayed in an old Japanese style wood structure. You can also enjoy its beautiful garden with a pond.
The additional cost of entrance: 1500JPY /person
Kawaguchi station
An express bus takes us to Shinjuku directly, arriving around 6:30pm, depending on the traffic conditions.
Shinjuku Bus Terminal
End of the tour
Optional: Oshinohakkai Pond Area
Since the local buses don't come often, it is hard to visit 4 places in one day.
Instead ① and ②, you can choose to go to the Oshino-Hakkai pond area. That is in the village with eight ponds of natural springs. You take a taxi, which is an easier and faster way to get there.
The water is clear because it's flowing underground from Mt. Fuji. You can stroll around the ponds and along the river, and enjoy to have typical Japanese dishes for lunch and to see a
beautiful Japanese countryside.
From Oshino-hakkai, you take a direct bus to Shinjuku. The arrival time depends on the traffic.
Ending Point
Shinjuku station
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, local buses (guide), entrance (guide)
*Return ticket (you and guide) of express buses between Shinjuku, Shimoyoshida and Kawaguchiko: 4400JPY /person (From Oshino-hakkai 300yen more)
*local buses (you): about 1000JPY / person
*your meals and drinks
*Optional: Entrance of Icchiku Kimono Museum (you): 1500 JPY
*Pick-up service: 3000JPY /group on the spot, If you need it, consult your guide in advance:
Tour Important Information
*This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
*This tour is recommended on weekdays, and not in the Golden Week, school summer vacation time and New Year's holidays. Roads are expected to be very busy in those holiday seasons.
*Once the tour starts, it will not be cancelled and refunds will not be issued though the weather is not good.
In order to avoid the crowds, weekdays are recommended.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Kyoto, Nikko, Hakone if you pay my tranportation 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
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Yuka S.
Hi, I'm Yuka. Welcome to Japan. As a national-licensed guide for about 20 years, I have visited lots of sightseeing places. I'm interested in history, nature, art, music, architecture. I'd like to take you to wonderful places such as old temples and shrines, modern cities, and beautiful areas in Japan. Please feel free to contact me and consult me about your planning itinerary and food restriction. Your interest will give you incredible experiences.
Reviews
Karen F.
“Excellent taste of Tokyo”
We only had a day in Tokyo after disembarking our cruise. We had a very enjoyable four hour excursion with Yuka. As we didn’t want to spend an hour of those four hours on the train we concentrated on seeing a few places in the West of the city. Yuka showed us how to use the ticket machines at the station which came in handy for later when we used them to go to the airport. She is a retired English teacher so has excellent English. She made our visit fun and informative and as we had no real preference of what we wanted to see, apart from the Shibuya Crossing, we were happy to go with her recommendations. Yuka took us to some of her favourite parts of Tokyo. Yoyogi Park, the Meiji Jingu and Takeshita Street to name a few. I would thoroughly recommend a tour with Yuka. Thank you
Yuka S.
Thank you for your kind comment, Karen. I appreciate you chose me, joining Tokyo tour and inviting your friends from the cruise. I will remember you all for a good memory.
John P.
“Tokyo and Kyoto Tour”
Yuka made our first visit to Japan an experience we won’t forget. Yuka was very punctual everyday and well organised, I just told Yuka what sights we wanted to see and do and she made it happen, for a family of six it made our trip a relaxing time especially getting around on Japan’s very busy rail system. I would recommend Yuka for anyone visiting Tokyo for the first time.
Yuka S.
Thank you for your good comment and a beautiful picture. This scene reminds me of wonderful time with you. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed Tokyo and Kyoto. It was great meeting you and your family.
Laura P.
“Yuka, the perfect guide!”
We spent a perfect day going to Kamakura and exploring shrines and temples with Yuka as our guide. Her knowledge of the town, the subject matter and her command of English made the day completely enjoyable!
Yuka S.
Thank you for joining Kamakura tour and your kind fomments. It was fine in the morning, but became rainy and colder arourd noon. You must be tired walking in the rain. But I'm happy you enjoyed it.
$261/ per group
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