Mount Fuji & Lake Ashi Day Trip
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Guide: English
- Transport one way by bus
- Return to Tokyo by bullet train (depending on selection)
- English–speaking guide
- Recorded commentary in other languages on board the bus
- Lake Ashi cruise
- Tickets for the Hakone or Komagatake cable car
- Buffet–style lunch
- Food and drinks
- Guide: English
- Transport one way by bus
- Return to Tokyo by bullet train (depending on selection)
- English–speaking guide
- Recorded commentary in other languages on board the bus
- Lake Ashi cruise
- Tickets for the Hakone or Komagatake cable car
- Buffet–style lunch
- Food and drinks
Leave behind the bright lights and hustle-bustle of Tokyo for a day and instead immerse yourself in the natural scenery that surrounds the famous Mount Fuji. An unmissable opportunity to experience the iconic Japanese symbol by land, sea and air.
Mount Fuji Day Trip
Experiencing the iconic Mount Fuji, Japan's most revered symbol, is a must on your trip to Tokyo. We'll begin by meeting at the designated location, then take a bus to the Fifth Fuji Station, the gateway to exploring this breathtaking natural wonder. If the weather conditions prevent us from going further than the fourth station, we'll visit Oshino Hakkai instead.
After a short 2-hour drive, we'll arrive at the port, where you can take in an incredible panoramic view of Mount Fuji from over 2,000 meters (6,561 feet) above sea level. Following this, we'll head to a local restaurant near Mount Fuji to enjoy a buffet-style lunch.
Once we have re-energised, we'll soar above the landscape in the Hakone or Komagatake cable car, depending on the day. In both cases, the cable car will offer us aerial views of the region's mountains. If it's a clear day, we'll also get to see Mount Fuji.
The cable car will take us to Ashi Lake, where we'll enjoy an unforgettable boat ride. Sailing along this lake will be a unique experience that we're sure you'll remember for a long time to come.
Lastly, we'll take a bus to the Odawara Station. Here, we'll hop onto the Shinkansen bullet train, which will take us to Tokyo's station. If you prefer, you can take the bus back instead.
Depending on the tour option you select, this day trip will take between 10 and 11 hours.
Trip Options
When booking, you can choose between four different options:
- Tour from Matsuya Ginza returning by bus: in this case, we'll meet in front of the Matsuya Ginza shopping mall, and both the outbound and return journeys will be made by bus.
- Tour from Shinjuku returning by bus: by booking this option, we'll depart from the LOVE sculpture in Shinjuku and complete the entire tour by bus.
- Tour from Matsuya Ginza returning by bullet train: if you choose this option, we'll depart by bus from the Matsuya Ginza shopping mall. However, the return trip to Tokyo will be on a bullet train from Odawara Station, concluding the tour at Tokyo Station.
- Tour from Shinjuku returning by bullet train: this tour begins at the LOVE sculpture in Shinjuku with a bus journey and concludes with a bullet train ride from Odawara Station back to Tokyo. The tour will end at Tokyo Station.
If you book an option that includes a return by bus, please note that the day trip will end at Odawara Station on weekends, public holidays, and the following specific dates:
2026
- February 11 and 23
- March 3
- April 29 and 30
- May 1, 4, 5, and 6
- July 7 and 20
- August 10, 11, 12, and 14
- September 21, 22, and 23
- October 12
- November 3 and 23
Other Day Trips
If this tour has no availability when you would like to reserve, we also recommend our tour of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi with fruit picking, which also offers some impressive views of the symbol of Japan.
HOW IT WORKS?
During this tour, you will experience an immersive day visiting Mount Fuji, starting with a bus journey from a designated meeting point. The itinerary is designed to showcase the majestic views and local attractions surrounding this iconic landmark.
Included:
- Transportation by bus and Shinkansen bullet train as specified.
- Buffet-style lunch at a local restaurant.
- Cable car ride over the mountains.
- Boat ride on Ashi Lake.
Not Included:
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities.
Meeting Point: The meeting locations vary depending on the chosen tour option, either from Matsuya Ginza or Shinjuku's LOVE sculpture.
Instructions
Depending on the selected tour, the meeting point will be as follows:
- Tour from Matsuya Ginza: we'll meet at 7:20 am in front of Matsuya Ginza shopping mall, specifically at exit A13 (3-chōme-6-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan). You can check the exact meeting point at the following Google Maps link.
- Tour from Shinjuku: we will meet at 7:50 am next to the LOVE sculpture in Shinjuku, in front of i-LAnd Tower (6 Chome-5-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan). You can check the exact meeting point at the following Google Maps link.
In both cases, you'll recognize the guide carrying a green and white flag with the slogan "Japan Panoramic Tours". Please be sure to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start of the activity.
If you book an option that includes a return by bus, please note that the excursion will end at Odawara Station on weekends, public holidays, and the following specific dates:
2026
- February 11 and 23
- March 3
- April 29 and 30
- May 1, 4, 5, and 6
- July 7 and 20
- August 10, 11, 12, and 14
- September 21, 22, and 23
- October 12
- November 3 and 23
Additional Info
- Recorded commentary in other languages will only be on board the bus.
- The tour itinerary may be modified due to unfavourable weather conditions, heavy traffic, or closures. If this occurs and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park closes to the public, an alternative route will be taken, or a gift will be provided as compensation. No refunds will be given due to these changes.
- This activity is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart problems or asthma.
- The order of the itinerary is subject to change depending on traffic, weather or any operational reasons.
- If you arrive late, you won't be able to join the tour halfway.
