Pickup & timing
Share your Tokyo hotel, travel date and return destination. JTSA checks the full driving day with you. Weekends and Japanese national holidays can involve heavy traffic.
Mt. Fuji schedule
A private Mt. Fuji tour from Tokyo.
Explore six Fuji and Hakone route ideas with an English-speaking Japanese driver. Use these schedules to plan your preferred stops and pace; traffic, weather and seasonal access shape the day.
At a glance
Six sample Fuji and Hakone routes
This sample schedule can be adjusted to your hotel, preferred places and return destination. The order and finish time change with traffic and weather.
Example durationUp to 10 hours
StartTokyo hotel
StopsFuji · Hakone · lakes
PriceQuote by date and vehicle
Six private route ideas
Choose the day you want to have.
Compare the places and pace first, then open a course for the stop-by-stop itinerary. Every route is discussed with an English-speaking Japanese driver; vehicle and availability are confirmed by enquiry.
The times below are published examples, not live availability. Traffic, weather and attraction operations can change the day. Where JTSA does not publish a stop time, the schedule is confirmed with your quote.
01Lake Kawaguchi & Fuji viewpoints08:30–17:30/18:30 · up to 10 hours
A day around the Fuji lakes, with a choice of the Chureito Pagoda area or the Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway.
- 08:30
Tokyo hotel pickup
Departure from your Tokyo hotel.
- Choose one
Chureito Pagoda or Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway
Arakurayama Sengen Park involves about 400 steps. Discuss the ropeway alternative if you prefer a different visit.
Lake Kawaguchi · Oishi Park
Continue to Oishi Park by Lake Kawaguchi.
Oshino Hakkai
Visit the village and its spring-water ponds.
Lake Yamanaka observatory
A further viewpoint in the Fuji Five Lakes area.
- 17:30–18:30
Return to your Tokyo hotel
Arrival depends on traffic. The published service limit is 10 hours.
The order can change. Ask about walking requirements and current ropeway admission before confirming the route.
Enquire about Course 102Fuji & Hakone Grand TourDay route · pickup and return times by arrangement
Combine Hakone and the Fuji lake area, with alternative sightseeing stops along the way.
Tokyo pickup
Confirm your departure time and hotel with JTSA.
Lake Ashi pirate ship cruise
Begin the sightseeing route with the Hakone cruise.
- Choose one
Lake Ashi / Mt. Fuji viewpoint or Hakone Shrine
Choose the viewpoint or the shrine to suit your interests.
- About 1 hour
Drive towards the Fuji area
This transfer time is an estimate in the published itinerary.
- Choose one
Oshino Hakkai or Arakurayama Sengen Park
Choose the village or the Chureito Pagoda area.
Lake Kawaguchi · Oishi Park
Finish the sightseeing stops at the lake before your arranged return.
Cruise operation, traffic and the chosen alternatives affect the schedule. Pickup and return times are confirmed in the proposal.
Enquire about Course 203Hakone & Gotemba shopping08:30 departure · 16:00 leave Gotemba for Tokyo
A Hakone sightseeing route with time at Gotemba Premium Outlets.
- 08:30
Tokyo hotel pickup
Depart from your Tokyo hotel.
- 10:30
Owakudani Valley
Reach the volcanic valley by car, subject to road and site access.
Lake Ashi pirate ship cruise
Continue to the Hakone cruise.
Gotemba Premium Outlets
Shopping time before the return drive.
- 16:00
Depart for Tokyo
This is the departure time from Gotemba, not the arrival time at your hotel.
Confirm the available shopping time and the expected hotel return time when planning the day.
Enquire about Course 304Hakone scenery & shrineDay route · timing by arrangement
Focus on Hakone, with a traditional tea-house alternative for rain.
Owakudani Valley
Visit by car, subject to access conditions.
Hakone Shrine
A shrine visit in the Lake Ashi area.
- Choose a viewpoint
Daikanzan Observatory or another lake viewpoint
Discuss a suitable viewpoint for Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji.
- Rain alternative
Amazake Chaya
The published wet-weather suggestion is this traditional tea house. It is an alternative to discuss, not an additional guaranteed stop.
Mountain views depend on the weather. JTSA confirms pickup, return and the sightseeing order for your chosen date.
Enquire about Course 405Fuji, Hakone & Gotemba08:30–around 18:30 · a busy schedule
Combine Hakone, Gotemba and the Fuji lake area. This route needs careful timekeeping.
- 08:30
Tokyo hotel pickup
Depart from your Tokyo hotel.
- Choose one
Lake Ashi cruise or Hakone Shrine and viewpoint
The cruise runs between Hakone-machi and Togendai in the published route.
- 3 hours
Gotemba Premium Outlets
Shopping and lunch time. Keeping to this stop time helps protect the remaining itinerary.
- If time allows
Oshino Hakkai
This stop may be skipped if the earlier stops run late.
Lake Kawaguchi · Oishi Park
Continue to the lake area.
- Around 18:30
Tokyo hotel return
Arrival depends on traffic.
JTSA describes this course as a little rushed. If you prefer a slower day, discuss fewer stops or another course.
Enquire about Course 506Mt. Fuji 5th Station routeSeasonal route · access must be confirmed
An option for travelers who specifically want to visit the 5th Station, with important road-access conditions.
- Alternative first stop
Arakurayama Sengen Park
If you choose Arakurayama instead of Gotemba shopping, it is visited first.
- Seasonal access
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
Confirm the road, season and permitted vehicle before selecting this stop.
Lake Kawaguchi · Oishi Park
Continue to the lake area.
Oshino Hakkai
Visit the traditional village and spring-water ponds.
- Alternative final stop · 2–3 hours
Gotemba Premium Outlets
Shopping is the alternative to the Arakurayama first stop.
Return by arrangement
JTSA confirms the full timing after reviewing access and your chosen alternative.
The 5th Station is a climbing access point. JTSA recommends reading its access and sightseeing advice before choosing this route. Read JTSA’s 5th Station advice ↗
Enquire about Course 6Before choosing your course
Price & personal expenses
The Fuji tour price is quoted for your date, route and vehicle. Confirm the treatment of tolls, parking and fuel in your proposal. Admissions, meals and other personal expenses need to be checked separately.
Vehicle & driver
Choose from the published sedan/SUV, Alphard or Vellfire, and HiAce options. Passenger and suitcase space are confirmed together. Discuss walking needs, child seats and the scope of driver assistance.
Booking & changes
These are private route enquiries. A button does not confirm a booking. Review the booking and cancellation conditions with JTSA before confirming.
Booking information ↗English communication. A private vehicle. A considered itinerary.
Speak with JTSA in English about your hotel, preferred pace and vehicle. Meet the Japanese driver team and explore past journeys before you enquire. Driver arrangements, vehicle availability and the scope of support are confirmed for your dates.
Five-station and seasonal conditions
Access to Mt. Fuji 5th Station is restricted by season and weather, with some periods unavailable to ordinary vehicles. Weekends and Japanese national holidays also require extra time because of traffic. Confirm current access before booking.
Vehicle and route conditions
Prius or a standard SUV can suit one to three passengers, an Alphard or Vellfire one to six, and a HiAce wagon larger groups. Orders can change for traffic, weather, attraction hours or another unexpected condition.
Detailed information
Route, vehicle and service information
Review route notes, vehicle information, booking conditions and published examples related to this subject.
Mt. Fuji and Hakone route details · Mt FUJI private Tour by hire Car with English speaking real Japanese veteran Driver
Mt Fuji private Tour
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Mt.FUJI Private Tour sample schedule
*Regarding price for Car Hire for Mt Fuji, please feel free to ask.
Our chauffeur driver assist you whenever you need while Fuji Tour.
So you can enjoy the tour without Expensive Guide. Please feel free to ask about availability and Price.
*Attention
Mt.Fuji 5station: Reason why we do not recommend to visit 5station - Click
Please avoid Weekend and Japanese national holiday, Big Traffic Jam waiting for you!
Mt Fuji Tour - Course 1
1Day Mt.Fuji Tour, Lake Kawaguchi area
08:30 Departure HOTEL in TOKYO
Arakurayama Sengen Park(5 storied Chureito Pagoda)
*Be careful, 400Steps!!
or
*admission:JPY 1,000.-
17:30-18:30 Arrive TOKYO HOTEL(depend on traffic)
*Order subject to change
*Max 10hours service
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Mt Fuji Tour - Course 2
Mt.Fuji - Grand Tour
Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise by Pirates Ship
*admission 1,700yen.-
View point of “Lake Ashi and Mt Fuji”
or Hakone Shrine
—1hour Drive—
Oshino Hakkai Old Village
or Arakurayama Sengen Park(5 storied Chureito Pagoda)
Lake Kawaguchi (Oishi Park)
*Order subject change
Mt Fuji Tour - Course 3
Hakone and Outlet Course
08:30 Departure from TOKYO HOTEL
10:30 Owakudani Valley by car
Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise by Pirates Ship
Gotemba Premium Outlet
16:00 departure to Tokyo
Mt Fuji Tour - Course 4
Hakone area tour
Owakudani Valley by Car
Hakone Shrine
DAIKANZAN Observatory or another Best view point with Mt Fuji and Lake Ashi
https://www.hakonenavi.jp/spot/1375
*if rain, Amazake Chaya (traditional historical tea house with 400years history)
Mt Fuji Tour - Course 5
Fuji Grand Tour with Gotemba Outlet
*note: need little rush.
08:30 Departure from Tokyo Hotel
Pirates ship cruise(Hakone Machi port-Togendai port) *admission 1,700yen.-
Or Hakone shrine and View point of Lake Ashi.
Gotemba Premium Outlet (3hours / Lunch Time / Please be punctual or you will have to skip Oshino Hakkai)
Oshino Hakkai Old Village(!! If there is enough time)
18:30 Arrive TOKYO HOTEL(depend on traffic)
*Order may subject to change
Mt.Fuji Tour - Course 6
1Day Mt.Fuji with Mt.FUJI 5 Station
*Attention - Mt.Fuji 5station. Reason why we do not recommend to visit 5station - Click
**Not available from JUL 10 - SEP,10 except for Mini bus(only Bus and Local Taxi can be access) and Not available 01,NOV - 30,APRIL due to snow and frozen.
Mt.FUJI 5 Station
Lake Kawaguchi(OISHI park)
OSHINO HAKKAI Old Village
*Famous with Natural Water from Mt. FUJI and Traditional style Village.
Gotemba premium outlet Shopping Center(2-3hours) Or Arakurayama Sengen Shrine(will be First place to visit)
*Price and Other Fuji Tour, please contact us for quotation.
**Remarkes**
All drivers are original Japanese / well trained and has a lot of repeater/ Good communication in English be assigned
Schedule subject to change due to unexpected reason such as traffic condition etc.
Please feel free to ask quotation for another Course!!(Hakone Onsen Stay, Fuji Q High Land Park, Fuji Safari Park etc....)
Car Line Up
1-3 Passengers(Standard Sedan/SUV)
Prius or Standard SUV
1-6 Passengers(Premium Class Wagon)
6-8 Passengers
TOYOTA HI-ACE Wagon type(10Sheets)
Mt.FUJI Tour
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Mt. Fuji and Hakone route details · Attention - Mt.FUJI 5 Station **reason why we do not recommend to visit here
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Mt.FUJI 5station
My Fuji 5 station is not for Sightseeing
Don't fall for Commercial/Promotion of Travel agency(They can get commission from souvenir shop)!!
Regarding Mt Fuji 5 station, this place is not for Sight seeing, but only Parking for Climbing Mt Fuji.
Many websites and guidebooks recommend Mt. Fuji 5th Station, but the approach can involve heavy traffic and the view of Mt. Fuji is limited because the station is close to the mountain. The station is primarily the trailhead for climbing. For sightseeing, views from farther away are often more rewarding, so JTSA recommends allowing time for other viewpoints.
Please do not waste your precious time. I wish you understand my advise.
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Hakone and Fuji travel information
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HAKONE LAKES AND FUJI MOUNTAIN
Hakone (Hakone) is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, less than 100 kilometers from Tokyo. Famous for hot springs, natural beauty and the view of nearby Mt. Fuji, Hakone is one of the most popular destinations among Japanese and international tourists looking for a break from Tokyo.
FUJI-Q HIGHLAND
Fuji-Q Highland (Fuji-Q Highland) is an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan. The theme park is near the base of Mount Fuji. It has a number of roller coasters, as well as two haunted attractions.
FUJI SAFARI PARK
Fuji Safari Park, where many animals from around the world are living Freely, can be visited by your own car!!
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Mt. Fuji from Lake Yamanaka · photo guide
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Mt Fuji View from Lake Yamanaka
Especially in winter season, you can see this Mount Fuji covered by Snow
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Mt. Fuji and cherry moss · photo guide
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Mt Fuji & Cherry moss. In May, Cherry moss festival will be held beside Lake Kawaguchi
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Mt. Fuji from Lake Ashi · photo guide
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Mt Fuji & Lake Ashi with Pirates Ship
You can enjoy the Spectacular View of Lake Ashi.
You can also take a 40-minute cruise on the pirate ship.
Hire Car in JAPAN(TOKYO, Mt,FUJI, Kyoto, Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Round Trip etc)
JTSA provides private car service and travel consultation for business and family trips in Japan.
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Private car and chauffeur service, with premium and standard vehicle options and English-speaking drivers.
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