Mt Fuji & Hakone Private Day Tour from Tokyo — 5th Station, Lake Ashi & Ropeway
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly driving with short walks and steps at viewpoints—be prepared for higher elevation at the 5th Station.
Overview
Leave Tokyo behind for a day of volcanic panoramas and hot-spring culture. This private car tour takes you to Mount Fuji’s 5th Station, Kawaguchiko and Hakone—perfect for travelers who want big views without train logistics.
Mt Fuji & Hakone Private Day Tour from Tokyo — 5th Station, Lake Ashi & Ropeway
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You leave Tokyo's grid of concrete and neon while the morning light strips glass facades into thin lines. The highway eats kilometers and the city shrinks until a single mountain claims the horizon—Mount Fuji, white-capped and unblinking. Your private driver eases up a switchback road to the 5th Station at about 2,300 meters (7,546 ft), and the air takes on a different quality: thinner, colder, and insistently clear.
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Adventure Tips
Dress for altitude
Temperatures at Fuji’s 5th Station can be 5–10°C cooler than Tokyo—bring a windproof layer and hat.
Carry cash
Many small vendors, ropeway tickets and lakeside boat operators prefer yen—carry at least ¥5,000 for extras.
Timing for visibility
Set the earliest possible pickup to maximize your chance of clear views at the 5th Station; afternoons cloud over more often.
Book onsen in advance
If you plan a hot-spring bath in Hakone, reserve ahead—popular baths can fill quickly on day-trip schedules.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Japanese macaque (in forested Hakone slopes)
- Black kite and other raptors circling Fuji’s thermals
History
Mount Fuji has been a sacred site for centuries and last erupted during the Hōei eruption in 1707; Hakone occupies a volcanic caldera formed by a major eruption around 3,000 years ago.
Conservation
Stick to trails, avoid drone use near shrines, and support local businesses; crowded seasons strain parking and waste systems, so carry out what you bring in.
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Recommended Gear
Layered clothing (base, insulating, wind shell)
Mountain weather changes quickly—layers keep you comfortable from lowland warmth to alpine chill.
Comfortable walking shoes
Sturdy shoes handle gravel, shrine steps and short hikes around viewpoints.
Cash in Japanese yen
Small vendors, toilets and some ticket booths accept only cash.
Compact daypack
Carry layers, water, snacks and small purchases while keeping hands free for photos.