Things to do in Hakone

Five stars aren't enough for this tour, purely because of Erik! He is an absolute absolute gem of a guide—handsome, hilarious, and incredibly thoughtful. He navigated the crowded spots like a total pro so we never felt rushed, told fantastic stories along the way, and went above and beyond to make sure every single guest was taken care of. If you get Erik as your guide, consider yourself lucky. 100% recommended!

Good trip to see Mt Fuji from different views and to experience other local sights at the same time. Our guide YaYa, is very good. She is knowledgeable and good at keeping the group to be on time for all the rides.

We had a wonderful tour with our guide Wanting! She spoke four different languages (Japanese, French, Chinese, and English), which made understanding everything much easier. Wanting showed us marvelous landscapes, and the tour schedule was strictly followed. I want to highlight her professionalism from start to finish. I highly recommend this tour.

One of my favorite experiences in Japan! This tour was such a wonderful way to get out of Tokyo and explore the beautiful Hakone and Mount Fuji area. There was so much to see and experience, from the pirate ship cruise on Lake Ashi and the Hakone Shrine’s iconic torii gate to the ropeway ride over the volcanic landscape of Owakudani. The scenery throughout the day was absolutely beautiful, and every stop offered something different. Will was a fantastic guide — friendly, upbeat, and very knowledgeable. He shared interesting facts about each place and even made sure to point out the best photo spots so we could capture some great memories. His enthusiasm really added to the experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tokyo. It’s a great way to see some of Japan’s most beautiful sights in one trip, and an experience I’ll remember fondly!

Highly recommended tour! Although our group was not able to see Mt. Fuji (because of weather conditions), Ms. Luna (our friendly and cheerful guide) made sure that the trip went smoothly and enjoyable for all. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Getting there early at 9am there wasn't any crowds and the station was able to hold our large luggage behind the I formation counter for a small fee of 600 yen since the lockers were too small. The earlier you arrive the better your chance to see Mt. Fuji clearly with the clouds low.

You don't need to exchange your ticket upon arrival; you can go directly to the boarding line. Just show your e-ticket on your phone to the staff, and you can board immediately. Only those wishing to purchase a special room need to queue to buy it first. We were very lucky with the weather that day; Mount Fuji was clearly visible, and the photos turned out beautifully, like a painting.

The Open-Air Museum is a very interesting museum with a variety of artworks to appreciate. As it's open-air, it'll be best to bring an umbrella for both rain and sun. Definitely allocate as least 2-3 hours when you visit this. It's a great attraction for kids as well as adults.

Satori was an excellent driver and guide. He kept us on schedule and provided picture updates along the way. He made sure the day was extra special by ensuring we had photo memories as a group. When the lines were long at our stops, he was patient with us. When we were done early at a stop, he kept the tour moving. Very pleasant and stress free experience.