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Half Day Forest Bathing in Hakone Geopark
You will hike 2-3 hours along the old Tokaido highway some on cobbled paths and some on forest trails between Hakone Yumoto and Lake Ashi. Some part of this path is off-the-beaten track and we normally have the forest for ourselves. This part of the Hachiri has the best preserved cobbled path and more primitive forests. You will hike past the wood crafting village of Hakone - Hatajuku and we skip the steepest part of the trail by bus and reach a teahouse that has a history of 400 years. After an energising amasake, we will continue our hike to Lake Ashi where if you are lucky, you can have a picture with Mt Fuji and the lake view. The Hakone checkpoint is our last stop where you will understand the significance of Hakone in the history of Japan. At the end of the tour, you can then catch a bus or a ferry (pirate ship) to your next destination at around 1pm.
Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide
You will hike around 8km in this trip and visit Lake Ashi, the Hachiri heritage path, Yamanaka Castle Ruins, Genbe River. The transportation between the sites is either on foot or by local bus. The guide will give you background of this historical part of Japan. You will traverse the Hakone Mountain like Edo period travellers and see Mt Fuji from different angles while you walk if weather permits. Hakone Hachiri is a Japan Heritage where you can experience how people traveled during Edo period (17th century). It is a part of the Old Tokaido Highway including the steep slope of Hakone mountains. Our Hakone Hachiri tour starts from Hakone Yumoto. We hike and take the bus to visit Amasake Tea House and walk on the cobble stone path to Lake Ashi where we will see the lake, Mt Fuji and the Torii gate of Hakone Shrine. After lunch near the Hakone Checkpoint, we take a bus to skip the temporally closed part and then resume the walk towards Mishima. Mishima Station is our ending point.
Ninja, Samurai, Odawara Castle Experience
Hosted by one of Japan's leading ninja experts and a bilingual local guide, this experience lets you meet and learn from a ninja scholar and take a tour of the Odawara Castle grounds and practice some of the fundamental techniques used by the ninja. The experience will start with a guided walking tour of Odawara Castle by a local bilingual expert, visiting the Samurai Museum and the Castle Main Keep to see some authentic artifacts and learn about their role and culture. You will move through the Ninja Museum and learn and practice some of the techniques together with the ninja expert, such as breathing, meditation, movement, real tools and weapons used by ninja. This experience is held out the business hours of the Ninja Museum, so the venue is reserved for exclusive use. 3:30pm: Meet at the Ninja Museum in Odawara Castle Park 3:30pm: Guided tour visiting the Samurai Museum and Castle Main Keep 5:00pm: Ninja training experience at the Ninja Museum 6:00pm: Experience to finish
Private Tour on Uninhabited Island and Cruise of Naval Port
In the morning, guests visit the war historical sites on the only natural island in Tokyo Bay. The remains of the facilities, such as the brick tunnel, the barracks, and the power magazines used by the old Japanese military. Walking in the forest, overlooking Tokyo Bay, and collecting shells on the sandy beach on the island. The guests pick up various menus in the port market sitting by the sea for lunch. In the afternoon, they join the harbor cruise looking at all the battleships and submarines of the American Navy and Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Forces. Wandering around the shopping streets and biting a few pieces of grilled chicken (Yakitori) on the way back to Yokosuka station.
Kamakura Full-Day Private Tour
You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends. This tour is a tour using public transportation. The destinations of the tour include Hase-dera Temple, Kotokuin, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, Hotoku Temple (bamboo forest). For details of the destination, you can look at the what to expect section of this web page. You will meet the guide at JR Kamakura Station west exit ticket gate and the tour will begin. The tour also ends at JR Kamakura Station.
Private Kamakura and Enoshima Day Tour from Tokyo
Embark on an exclusive journey through Kamakura with our private charter tour! Begin your adventure by meeting your knowledgeable guide at your hotel lobby, ready to personalize your experience. Your first stop is the historic Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura, where you'll immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the region. Next, enjoy some free time for a delicious lunch among the hundreds of options available in Kamakura. (lunch cost not included in the tour). Continue your tour with a visit to the serene Hase-dera Temple, known for its beautiful garden and panoramic views. Marvel at the iconic Great Buddha at Kōtoku-in Temple, a symbol of Kamakura's rich Buddhist heritage. Afterward, enjoy a comfortable transfer to Enoshima, either by car or the nostalgic Enoden train, where you'll explore the island's scenic beauty and vibrant atmosphere. If the weather is nice you can enjoy the silhouette of Mount Fuji.
Visiting Historical Sites in Hakone with a View of Mount Fuji
Embark on a private tour in Hakone with a seasoned guide, enjoying breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji. Immerse yourself in the splendor of nature and explore cultural landmarks with insights from our licensed experts in history and culture! You can begin your journey with our Tokyo-based guide. They will pick you up and accompany you to Hakone by train. (Please let us know if your accommodations are located outside of Tokyo.) Our guides are well-versed in Japanese history, culture, and traditions, and they are delighted to address any questions you may have throughout the journey. Furthermore, we offer advice on transportation, shopping, and more, unveiling hidden gems for capturing stunning photos and videos to commemorate every special moment of your journey.
Historic Kamakura: Temples, Shrines and Street Food Private Walking Tour
Enjoy a fun and relaxing tour of historic Kamakura on this 6 hour tour with a knowledgeable guide. Visit fascinating temples and shrines and learn about Kamakura's history. Experience Japanese tea in a teahouse located in a peaceful bamboo grove. Enjoy scenic views and historic architecture. Take a stroll through Kamakura's Komachi dori and try an array of delicious local food and drink. Food and drink is included on the tour.
Hakone Full-Day Private Tour
You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends. This is a tour of Hakone using public transportation. Tours include ropeway ride, Owakudani, Hakone Shrine, Open Air Museum, and Lake Ashi with a cruise on the Hakone pirate ship replica. On sunny days, you can see Mt. Fuji from Lake ashi. You can also experience a soaking foot bath called Ashiyu hot springs that heals tired feet after walking. Starting from Hakone Yumoto station, the tour ends at Hakone Yumoto station. Hotel pick up and drop off（Hakone district limited) offered. For details of the destination, you can look at the what to expect section of this web page.
Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour
This tour involves 4-5 hour hiking in Hakone (about 8-9km) and you need to be fit to complete it. You will traverse the outer rim of Hakone caldera and enjoy lunch and onsen in this experience. The 90-min ascent up to the mountain top has an elevation gain of 500 meter. Then the 2.5 hour ridge walk gives you a panoramic view of Hakone area (. As you walk through the bamboo field, you will hear the birds singing and see sakura in spring, red leaves in autumn and step on the powdered snow in deep winter. After the ridge walk, you will go down the mountain in 30 minutes and reach Sengokuhara. Then lunch at local Japanese restaurant. Onsen follows for relaxation. If the weather is good, you can see Mt Fuji most of the time while you are on the ridge walk. Even when Mt Fuji is hiding behind the clouds, you still have a view of Miyagino and Sengokuhara in this traverse mountain hike. We go by chartered taxi to the trailhead. Transportation cost is not included in the tour price.
Attractions in Kanagawa Prefecture
- Lake Ashi (Ashi-no-ko)
- Hakone Ropeway
- Owakudani
- Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
- Hakone Open-Air Museum
- Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
- Hakone Komagatake Ropeway (Komagatake Ropeway Line)
- Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
- Odawara Castle (Odawara-jo)
- Pola Museum of Art
- Narukawa Art Museum
- Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum (Shinyokohama Raumen Museum)
- Engaku-ji Temple
- Fujiko F Fujio Museum (Doraemon Museum)
- Little Prince Museum