Crowd-Free Hidden Local Spots - Mt. Fuji Private Car Tour (from Yokohama)
This private tour takes you to hidden, crowd-free Mt. Fuji viewpoints around Lake Yamanaka, known only to locals. With hotel pickup from Tokyo and a flexible itinerary, you’ll enjoy peaceful lakeside spots, a local café, a favorite regional restaurant, and a calming spiritual site. Experience the natural beauty of Mt. Fuji and authentic local culture at a relaxed pace.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel lobby (in Yokohama)
- or a location of your choice in/around Yokohama
Lake Yamanaka Viewpoint (Mt. Fuji Photo Stop)
Enjoy a peaceful, crowd-free viewpoint around Lake Yamanaka. Capture stunning photos of Mt. Fuji with beautiful lake reflections and quiet natural surroundings. Your guide will take you to a hidden local spot not found in typical guidebooks.
Local Lunch: Hoto Noodles
Experience a regional Yamanashi specialty—Hoto noodles. This hearty, warm dish made with thick noodles and seasonal vegetables is a favorite among locals. Relax and enjoy an authentic, home-style Japanese meal.
Local Café & Souvenir Shops
Visit a cozy local café for artisan coffee or handmade pastries. Afterward, explore small local shops offering unique, locally crafted souvenirs. Enjoy a slow-paced moment and discover the charm of everyday life around Mt. Fuji.
Kitaguchi-hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine
Explore one of the most sacred shrines connected to Mt. Fuji. Known as a powerful spiritual site, this ancient shrine is surrounded by tall cedar trees and peaceful nature. Learn about the cultural and spiritual traditions of the Mt. Fuji region.
Ending Point
Your hotel lobby or a location of your choice
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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
Private guide fee
Customizable itinerary
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Private Car (Toyota Alphard)
Fuel, highway tolls, parking fees
Lunch (approx. ¥1,200–¥2,000 per person depending on restaurant)
Café drinks or snacks (approx. ¥500–¥1,200 per person)
Souvenirs or personal expenses
Entrance fees (most locations on this tour are free; if guests choose an optional paid site, the cost is usually ¥300–¥500 per person)
Tour Important Information
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
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 Rene F.
KONNICHIWA! I am Rene. I studied commerce and marketing at university and have already graduated. I also studied abroad in France, where I was deeply inspired by the positivity and openness of people from different cultures. Through that experience, I discovered the joy of connecting with others beyond language and cultural barriers.
Now, as a guide in Japan, I hope to share the authentic beauty and warmth of this country with visitors from around the world, while supporting and inspiring them during their journey!!!
$478/ per group
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