Mt Fuji Hidden Gem Custom Car Tour with Licensed Guide & Driver
Description
Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts. As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Mt. Fuji, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest. Begin at Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, where the five-story pagoda frames Japan’s iconic peak, then take in the serene reflections of Mt. Fuji on the waters of Lake Kawaguchiko. Wander through a charming traditional village, and explore the mysterious Aokigahara Forest, home to hidden lava caves and the stories of the mountain. Experience Japan’s spiritual heritage as you visit ancient shrines and scenic spots, each revealing a different perspective of Mt. Fuji’s timeless beauty. Our qualified guide and driver will provide tailored recommendations, ensuring you see the best seasonal sights. We offer 2 options in this tour: Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko (list from 1-19), or Mt. Fuji and Hakone (lists No.20-)
Tour Options
Itinerary
See the highest peak and Icon of Japan. World cultural heritage since 2013.
Sengen Shrine which enshrines the goddess of Fire, the symbol of Mt. Fuji with the famous view of Mt. Fuji with the 5 storied Pagoda. (30 to 60 mn)
Take the panoramic shot of Mt. Fuji with the Chureito Pagoda (5-storied pagoda) at Arakura Sengen Shrine.
Watch a video to learn visually about Mt. Fuji and know the ritual of the region. (20 to 60mn)
The most visited lake out of the 5 lakes of Mt. Fuji. possible to make a photo stop from various locations per season.
The most visited and main Shrine in the northern part of Mt. Fuji protecting its region also known as the first step of the Mt. Fuji ascension. One of the World Heritage of the Fujisan Cultural Site. (20 to 60mn)
Find regional crafts, souvenirs and enjoy some of the best ice cream and sorbets made with the local fruits in a relaxing space. (20 to 90mn)
Enjoy the over 90 different flowers throughout the 4 seasons. Well known for its lavender. (20 to 90mn)
2300m high on Mt. Fuji closest point you can go up with a car. To go to the 5th station we need to ask you to pay the toll fee of 2100 yen on the spot. This activity usually requires about 2 hours. Please note that access to the 5th station is closed from July to mid-September due to the climbing season for the climbers and also in the winter season.
A picturesque spot with Mt. Fuji in the background, old Japanese houses with straw roofs have been removed where you can find local crafts and meet local artists. Rental kimonos and samurai armors are available upon reservation. (30 to 90mn)
One of the five lakes of Mt. Fuji, known as the Maiden Lake. Possible of making a photo stop.
European-style theme park with a wide collection of precious automatic musical instruments over a hundred years old. A place for all music lovers with beautiful seasonal flowers. (30 to 120mn)
Discover the beautiful 8 ponds formed from the snow-melted water of Mt. Fuji, taking part in the World Heritage of the Fujisan Cultural Site. You can enjoy different Japanese street food and shopping. (20 to 60mn)
Enjoy the exciting Ninja show. Rental ninja costumes for all ages are available to enjoy the ninja village. (30 to 90mn)
The only sake brewery at Lake Kawaguchiko city using Mt. Fuji snow-melted water. You can enjoy sake tasting and a visit to the brewery every day from 3 pm for just 1500 yen upon reservation. (20mn for just tasting, 90mn for the guided tour)
The biggest lake out of the five lakes of Mt. Fuji. Possible to make a photo stop.
The famous sea of forest, possible to hike. (30mn)
Adventure in the cave in the Aokigahara forest. (15 to 30mn)
Adventure in the cave in the Aokigahara forest. (15 to 30mn)
Be at 1,075m high above sea level in just 3 minutes from the shore of Lake Kawaguchiko to enjoy the panoramic view of Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi, and Fuji Yoshida city. (30 to 90mn depending on the queue)
Collection of beautiful rare Kimonos in unique architecture all designed and created by the same artist Icchiku Kubota. (30 to 90mn) You can find original souvenirs where locals love to buy at the museum shop too.
30 minutes of ride and cruise at lake Yamanakako on the amphibious bus, KABA (Hippo in Japanese) (30 mn to 45)
Yamanashi is also known for its gems and could find a variety in certain areas. The cutting technique is still here today and you can find a wide collection of different gems of the world. (30 to 60mn)
From spring to fall, enjoy seasonal flowers in a 30 ha (74 acres) garden. You can enjoy Diamond Fuji (sunset on top of Mt. Fuji) in winter. (20 to 60mn)
From mid-April to the end of May, the Fuji Motosu resort will be filled with the photogenic Shibazakura (moss phlox). (about 1 hour)
Enjoy and savor seasonal fresh fruits from Yamanashi, the kingdom of fruits in Japan. Strawberry, cherry, peach, grape, shine muscat, etc., Reservation is needed.
Enjoy 30 minutes of all you can eat sweet Japanese strawberries.
From family businesses to major beverage brands, over 80 wineries are found in Yamanashi prefecture known for its largest production of Japanese vine. Please inform us for a visit and tasting.
With its 150 meters wide cascade, Shiraito Falls is ranked as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Japan and listed as part of the World Heritage of the Fujisan Cultural Site. Please note that it takes about 2 hours for the round trip from Lake Kawaguchiko.
The best viewing point of Mt Fuji in the Hakone area. Take the best aerial shot of Mt. Fuji and from 1350m (4430 feet) high. (45 to 90mn)
See the volcanic activity from the famous valley and try the famous black eggs and add 7 extra years to your life. You can also get a great view of Mt. Fuji on a clear day. (30 to 60mn)
A very powerful Shrine which was built about 1260 years ago. It has been visited by many of our Shogun in our history. It is also known for its Instagrammable Tori gate. (30 to 90mn)
Meet sculptures made by popular Japanese and Western artists where all ages can enjoy in an outdoor open space. Everyplace is Instagrammable and photos are OK. Another ideal place for your social media to share with your friends. (45 to 90mn)
Big lake formed after a gigantic eruption inside a kaldera. It is believed that a nine Head Dragon is living in the lake. Known for lake cruising and Hakone Shrine. 2 cruisers for sightseeing Lake Ashi the Pirate ship if famous but take the regular cruise ship if you prefer to avoid the crowd.
Discover the history of samurai and ninjas from the medieval period of Japan, so-called the warring state of Japan by visiting the nearest castle from Tokyo. You can also see real samurai armors and swords at its museum. (30 to 90mn)
Know more about the life of Edo period and the duty of the samurai during the rule of the Tokugawa Shogunate. (10 to 45mn)
Enjoy Lake Ashi on a cruise ship. Choose from the famous Pirate cruise ship or the normal cruise ship.
Stroll the beautiful former garden of the Imperial family. Plants and trees are beautifully maintained, you can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring and red maples in autumn and a perfect view of Mt. Fuji with the Lake Ashi can be seen on a clear day. (15 to 60mn)
Enjoy snow and ski on Mt. Fuji. Courses are easy for beginners, rental outfits ski, snowboard, and sled for kids are available. (1 to 2 hours depending on your requests)
Get a super scenic view from Japan's longest suspended pedestrian bridge, beautiful view of Mt. Fuji is expected on a clear day. (30 to 90mn depending on the options of your activity)
It has one of the largest collections of Japanese masterpieces. A must-see for art fans and a good place to recommend even if you are not familiar with art, located in Atami about 30mn from Hakone. (1 to 2.5h)
A little Venetia in Hakone, see nice pieces of glass art. Seasonal events are also held in so please ask if you are interested. (30 to 90mn)
A collection of Japanese and Oriental art in a beautiful Japanese garden.(30 to 60mn)
A Japanese art museum in a relaxing place in front of Lake Ashi, with a stunning view of Mt. Fuji from the cafe. (30mn to 60mn
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Don't worry if your hotel is not on the list, we do pick up from any location in Tokyo, including Airbnb. Please type your pick-up information when you book. If your pick-up or drop-off will be somewhere outside of Tokyo, except the Tokyo Disney resort area, the start and end times will be calculated from Tokyo Station (central Tokyo) which usually requires 1h to 2h.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.
- You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.
- Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.
- The tour will not be cancelled or refunded even if some spots are not fully visible due to weather conditions. The activity schedule is subject to change/cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Bathing suits, bath towel, or any form of clothing is not permitted inside the hot springs. Men's and women's tubs are separate. Tattoos or body paint is prohibited from using the hot spring facility.
- The price remains the same with or without the vehicle.
Reviews(401)
We had an amazing tour with Tak and Motoko. Their knowledge, warmth, and kindness made our family’s experience truly memorable, and our son especially loved spending time with them. We learned so much, had a wonderful time, and would highly recommend their tours to anyone visiting Japan.
We had an amazing Mt. Fuji tour with Noriko and our driver. The views were stunning, and Noriko’s flexibility and local knowledge led us to beautiful waterfalls and viewpoints we would have otherwise missed. Our driver was excellent, sharing insights about the area’s vegetation, restaurants, and shops while navigating with professionalism and care. This was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan, and we highly recommend them!
Dear Joselyn-san, Thank you so much for your great comment. Honestly, I fully enjoyed the day personally. Even if the air wasn’t crystal clear as typical summer days, I could have a special time to be a part of such a beautiful family like you. I just worried Olivia-chan and Ben-kun became a little tired at the end of the day. I’m also proud of my colleague driver Toshi because he, as always he does, tried to do much more than what I normally expect drivers. Thank you so much again for visiting Japan and choosing us this time. Hope you make another wonderful memories during the rest of days in Japan. Kind regards, Noriko
Very enjoyable day. Toshi and Julie are a good team and anticipated everything we needed. Great conversation and very knowledgeable. Relaxing day and great people!
Thank you so much for your generous review. We truly appreciate it. Your deep knowledge and appreciation of Japan truly amazed us. I hope the misty ropeway ride and the serene atmosphere of the shrine will also be a beautiful part of your travel memories. Regards, Julie
I definitely recommend Miho and Toshi for your day trip! We had so much fun! Memories will last a lifetime!! Everything was extra special!!
Thank you very much for your kind review. I think your family’s patience is the reason you were able to see Mt. Fuji in yesterday’s weather. We are very happy that you enjoyed our tour, and we hope you have a wonderful stay in Japan! Toshi and Miho
What an amazing tour guide! Mazda made our experience 100% more enjoyable than seeing it with a tour of us. Thank you for all of your knowledge and historical information. I highly recommend anybody coming to Japan seeking out his service!
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a kind review. It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you around Mt. Fuji. As you experienced, Mt. Fuji can be quite shy, and the views change from moment to moment. Although we could see the mountain beautifully from the city center, it was completely hidden when we arrived at ARAKURAYAMA SENGEN JINJA Shrine. I was so happy that we were rewarded with a perfect view from Lake Saiko. More than anything, I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed the day and that the stories and history I shared helped make your experience even more meaningful. You will always be warmly welcomed back to Japan, and I would be delighted to share another adventure with you, your family, friends, and loved ones! Wishing you many wonderful travels ahead. Mazda
We had a wonderful day with Ayaka! We were grateful to being able to customize our tour as we wanted to go on the Mishima Skywalk and we couldn’t find any other tours Hakone tour that included that spot. Ayaka and our driver, Toshi, took us to see the Mishima Skywalk, Hakone shrine, a cruise on Lake Ashi, and finally the Hakone rope way cable car ride to see the Owakudani hot springs. It was a full day! I especially appreciated how Ayaka took the time to talk to each of us, not just the parents but also our 3 young adult children. She really made the effort to engage all of us and to make sure we all enjoyed ourselves while learning things about Japan along the way. She was very kind and gracious. We had a great day. Thank you, Ayi!
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I truly enjoyed spending the day with your family. I especially enjoyed hearing Nicole, Ciara, and Kevin share their own thoughts and perspectives. I was very happy that everyone joined the conversations and showed such interest throughout the day. Spending time with your family was also a wonderful experience for me. I hope to see you again in Japan someday — especially during cherry blossom season! Ayaka
Very personable and kind. Mr Yamagishi was very respectful and engaging to be around and despite inclimate weather made it a memorable experience. Amazing experience.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. I also truly enjoyed talking with you about America and South Dakota. Mount Fuji will always be here, so I hope you will come back to Japan someday to see it again under clear skies. I hope the three-week trip to Japan with your son becomes a wonderful and unforgettable experience for both of you. Tadashi
Tomomi is an excellent local guide who maneuvers around the interests of the guests and any needs that may arise. She and our driver Toshi who is an experienced driver navigated many hidden venues to capture a view of Mt. Fuji, a local sake brewery and an excellent local winery. Many thanks to them for an excellent day despite the rain.
Although it rained a lot from the start of the tour until the winery tasting, Toshi and I were so happy that you had finally been able to enjoy magnificent views of Mount Fuji from many different spots! That made Toshi and me very happy as well. We’re also delighted that you had enjoyed the tour and tasting at the local sake brewery as well as the wine tasting at the local winery in the Lake Kawaguchi area. You fully experienced the highlights of the Fuji area - the sacred shrine connected to Mount Fuji worship, the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, and the local sake and wine - all in one day, which truly made our day too! Tomomi
We had seven family members and our driver Tak-San met us on time and spoke very good English. He was friendly and a wealth of information for the entire day. Our guide Yuko-san joined us at the Mt Fuji Heritage Center. She also spoke excellent English and had a very extensive knowledge of the mountain and the area around it. We enjoyed great views and photos from fifth Station as well as from a couple of the lakes below the mountain. We had a wonderful lunch with our guide and driver at the 55Steak restaurant which included fun banter and much help with our Japanese phrases and understanding. Yuko-San communicated with us extensively before the trip to help us decide where to eat and what to expect for temperatures and weather. We had a fantastic trip!
Glenn-san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Tak-san, our driver, and I truly enjoyed spending the day with all of you. It was a real pleasure to be able to show your lovely family of seven, spanning three generations, the beautiful sacred Mt. Fuji. And perhaps I should also say that you all brought the good weather with you. Thank you very much for that.”Arigato Gozaimasu.” I’m so glad the ladies enjoyed the cherry blossoms, and that you were able to take photos of the remaining yaezakura, the lakes, and Mt. Fuji. I also appreciated how attentively the gentlemen listened to the explanation about how Mt. Fuji was formed. It was wonderful to see how interested everyone was in Japanese, and we had fun practicing different phrases together. I sincerely hope your Mt. Fuji area tour will remain a warm and unforgettable memory for your family. Tak and Yuko
We had an incredible experience and were lucky enough to see the stunning Mt. Fuji. The trip was both enjoyable and informative, and Yoshimi, our guide, truly made it special. She was exceptionally friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming throughout. Her English is excellent, which made everything smooth and engaging. Highly recommended, especially with Yoshimi as your guide.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this 5-star review! We are glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. It was a beautiful day with a blue sky. We felt Mt. Fuji truly embodied it's divine majesty from some different directions. Our tours place great importance on communicating with our customers and arranging the destinations they prefer. So your feedback motives us a lot and encourages us to work improve better. Thank you again. We look forward to serving you again in the near future. Yoshimi
