Ascend to Mount Fuji’s Fifth Station, ride the Hakone Ropeway over steaming Ōwakudani, cruise Lake Ashinoko on a pirate ship and shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets—all in one long day from Tokyo. Expect variable weather, short photo stops, and about 9–10 hours of travel and sightseeing.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the coach at the Fifth Station and the air is thinner, sharper—Mount Fuji looms above while a sea of clouds pools below. Cameras click; groups fan out along short viewing platforms. Later the day shifts tone: designer flags flutter at Gotemba Premium Outlets, sulfur steam hisses in Ōwakudani, and a pirate ship slices across the glassy surface of Lake Ashinoko.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
9–10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks, stairs, and standing during viewpoints and boat ramps.
Wildlife
History
Hakone developed as a strategic post-town on routes between Edo and Kyoto; the area’s hot springs and volcanic activity have shaped local settlement and industry for centuries.
Conservation
Visitors should stick to marked paths and avoid feeding wildlife; Hakone and Fuji have fragile alpine and wetland habitats where litter and trampling impact native flora.
Reserve your spot on the Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Hakone and Gotemba Outlets Day Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start early from Shinjuku
Departure is typically early; arrive 15 minutes before departure and plan for a full 9–10 hour day with coach transfers.
Layer for altitude
Temperatures at the Fifth Station can be several degrees colder and windier—bring a warm layer and a windproof jacket.
Visibility is weather-dependent
Mt. Fuji can be hidden by clouds—have flexible expectations and photograph when clear windows appear.
Bring local currency for snacks and souvenirs
Some small shops and vendors in Hakone and Gotemba prefer cash; ATMs may be limited in remote stops.
Windproof jacket
Protects against cold gusts at high-elevation viewpoints like the Fifth Station.
Sturdy walking shoes
Helpful for uneven paths, steps at ropeway stations, and lake boarding ramps.
Portable charger
Keeps cameras and phones powered during a long day of photography and navigation.
Small daypack
Carries layers, water, snacks, and any purchases while keeping hands free.