Private Mt Fuji & Hakone Day Tour from Tokyo — Mt Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi & Owakudani
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking and some stairs; suitable for most fitness levels but bring stamina for steps and short hikes.
Overview
Drive out of Tokyo into a day of steam and snow: Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, the crystal ponds of Oshino Hakkai, Hakone’s ropeway and a pirate ship on Lake Ashi. This private, English-guided day trip pairs geological wonder with practical comfort—air-conditioned transfers, bottled water and flexible stops.
Private Mt Fuji & Hakone Day Tour from Tokyo — Mt Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi & Owakudani
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You leave Tokyo before dawn, the city’s neon hush still clinging to the highways as the driver eases the air-conditioned van toward the mountains. As buildings thin and rice paddies slide past, the outline of Mount Fuji breaks the horizon—an uncompromising cone that seems to hold the morning light. The day unfurls as a sequence of frames: the crisp, thin air at the 5th Station; the pearly ponds of Oshino Hakkai; steam rising in Owakudani like the landscape breathing.
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Adventure Tips
Layer for elevation
Temperatures at Mt. Fuji 5th Station are much colder—pack a warm midlayer and windproof shell even in summer.
Arrive early for views
Schedule the Mt. Fuji visit for the morning; cloud build-up often obscures the summit by afternoon.
Expect sulfur at Owakudani
Owakudani’s fumaroles produce a strong sulfur smell and the ropeway may close during high activity—have a backup plan.
Comfortable shoes and stairs
Chureito Pagoda requires climbing ~400 steps—wear supportive footwear and pace yourself.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Japanese macaque (in higher forested areas)
- various waterfowl on the Fuji Five Lakes
History
Mount Fuji has been a pilgrimage and cultural icon for centuries; nearby shrines like Arakura Sengen acknowledge its sacred and volatile nature.
Conservation
The Fuji-Hakone region limits littering and promotes protected trails; visitors are asked to stick to paths and avoid disturbing springs and historic sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Warm midlayer
Useful for cold winds and temperatures above 2,000 m at the 5th Station.
fall specific
Waterproof shell
Protects against sudden mountain showers and wind at higher elevations.
summer specific
Sturdy walking shoes
Needed for stairs at Chureito and uneven paths at Oshino Hakkai and Owakudani.
Camera or smartphone with spare battery
Mount Fuji and Hakone viewpoints reward early and late light—extra power avoids missed shots.