Hakone 8 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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Hakone 8 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

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Duration: 8h
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Live guide: Japanese, English
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  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Customizable Tour of your choice of 3 to 4 sites from 'What to expect' list
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Hakone
What's not included
  • Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • Private Vehicle
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
  • Entry/Admission - Owaku-dani Valley
  • Entry/Admission - Hakone Museum of Art
  • Entry/Admission - Sengokuhara
  • Entry/Admission - Hakone Ropeway
  • Entry/Admission - The Hakone Open-Air Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Hakone Shisseikaen
  • Entry/Admission - Okada Museum of Art
  • Entry/Admission - Hakone Venetian Glass Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Pola Museum of Art
  • Entry/Admission - Gora Park
  • Entry/Admission - Narukawa Art Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Dollhouse Museum Hakone


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • This private tour is a walking day tour with meet up in Hakone. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance. Maximum number of passengers: 7.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Additional pickup options
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
      • Hakone-Yumoto Station, Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
      • Odawara Station, 1-chĹŤme-1-1 Shiroyama, Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0045, Japan
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P198

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 92136P198

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          We had a great experience with our tour. Our tour guide, Mr. Seizo Kamiuto was very knowledgeable, professional and took excellent care of us during the tour. Prior to the trip, Mr. Seizo had been effectively communicating and planning itinerary accordingly to our preferences. He even went above and beyond to double check certain location because of our specific request. On the day of the tour, Mr. Seizo was punctual and clearly explained the plan prior to starting the tour. We would be able to visit all the attractions as planned, not being rushed at all. He was also being flexible and offered us some options catered to our needs. Even though, it was a rainy day, we still would be able to follow through the itinerary, except one location, we decided on our own to skip toward the end because of the bad weather. Overall, it was an excellent tour and totally recommended if you want to maximize your time, stress-free experiences and make your day in Japan more enjoyable.
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        M-N-M-FAB4
        NYC4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Couples
        We had a pleasant experience with Midori. She navigated the logistics and also suggested a perfectly timed experience before it got crowded. We saw Mt Fuki in all its glory which we know is not guaranteed. She followed the weather. When the boat got crowded she suggested we consider upgrading to a higher class for a small supplement. She was right. She suggested the Hakone Freepass and she was right. She gave us choices for lunch. As first time visitors Hakone can be intimidating and with the realization we may only get to Hakone once, we booked this tour and was not disappointed. And, we enjoyed learning about our guide Midori, a retired teacher. She can customize your itinerary to your interests. She planned the day perfectly so much that she felt bad we had time left and wanted to introduce more options for us.
        Written 22 September 2024
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        It's a great honor to hear this kind of praise.I was happy to talk with you about Japanese religions, a way of life, and history. Please come to Japan Again! Midori
        Written 27 September 2024
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        Fan
        Philadelphia, PA10 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We came to Hakone towards end of March and had Naho as our tour guide for a half day private tour.
        We spoke no Japanese, but Naho was very detailed and planned the trip in advance, she even give us a cost breakdown on all attractions and transportations.
        Naho met us at the hotel lobby, and led us to many beautiful places such as shrine, lake, roadway etc. we even saw mt. Fuji.
        She was friendly, warm, helpful and kept the conversation interesting and informative.
        We loved her. If you were to choose a tour guide, she’s the one.
        Written 31 March 2023
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        Thank you for your sweet comments that make me so happy. You remind me why I choose this job and how I love it. We really had a beautiful spring day in Hakone! I was so happy to be with you, every moment became a precious memory of my life. I was surprised when you took perfect photos with the Torii gate by yourselves. Good model and good cameraman! I think you two are an ideal couple, supporting each other. Now, you have the lucky charm of love and harmony at Hakone Shrine, also extended life by the black eggs. I believe you have happy days with your family and the puppies!
        Written 11 April 2023
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        Diane O
        South Orange, NJ29 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sept 2024 • Family
        We had a great day with Sam touring the Hakone Open Air Museum, the Venetian Glass Museum, and Lake Ashi. It was overcast so we did not get to see Mt. Fuji but the sail on the lake was a lovely experience. Sam was tireless in making all the travel arrangements and guiding us around. We were able to enjoy each location without any time pressure or schedule. He was great company as we spent a lovely day in a beautiful area.
        Written 6 October 2024
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        wendy m
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2024 • Couples
        Hiro-San was a wonderful guide! He was very flexible and revised our plans many times to accommodate the bad weather and ensure we had a great experience. He helped us plan our departure the next day. He was very fun and shared great information.
        Written 16 January 2025
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        Thank you for your heartful comment. I also could have a wonderful day with Mt Fuji hat wearing wonderful couple. Please come again in sprimg, we Japan & Hakone would like to welcome you with cherry blossoms. Hiro
        Written 20 January 2025
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        Gene W
        Oahu, HI31 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I would like to say that our guide RYUTA Arita was the reason for our rating of 5. He was very knowledgeable and informative about the points of interest and very pleasant. He customized our tour based on our points of interest and most importantly he made sure that we went to the best view points for Mount Fuji. We were fortunate for having a very clear day in July during the rainy season. Also due the very high temperatures 94 degrees he planned our trip to be in the shaded & coolest areas during the hottest times.
        I would definitely recommend this tour and especially if you could request RYUTA Arita as your guide.

        Aloha
        Written 8 July 2024
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        Thank you so much for your kindest compliment. Yes, it was a really hot day even Hakone Highlind. Using public transportation without air condition was really tough. Thank you for your patience. I am happy that you could see complete figure of Mt. Fuji in such rainy season! For me it was so much fun to talk about variety of topics with you and your partner. Please come and visit again! Aloha and Arigato Ryuta or DRAGON
        Written 10 July 2024
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        Emil L
        13 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2023 • Couples
        Kei was an amazing giude. It was an incredible day and weather was fantastic. The guide gave us lots of advices and helped us spot many differences between western and japanese culture. We visited mt fuji viewpoint, the lake by boat and the shrine. Really unforgettable landscapes.
        Written 21 January 2023
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        I am very delighted to hear from you. Thank you very much for your comment on your unforgettable tour. The tour was beyond a touristic one because we saw several truly incredible scenes, for instance, the magnificence of Mount Fuji that suddenly came into our sight on the bus. I hope both of you enjoyed the dynamism of Japanese nature and culture during the tour.
        Written 27 January 2023
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        Dominic T
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023
        Our guide was Shoichi Ishizuka, and we had a phenomenal experience exploring Hakone with him. He showed all sorts of cool spots, and it really helped understand the culture and history of Hakone. Also, we were able to talk with him about sports in Japan, and also sports in America. He also came early when we were also ready so we were able to start the tour earlier, which was really nice.
        Written 10 April 2023
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        Thank you very much for your nice comments. As a guide ,I’m truly moved. I’m glad to hear that you fully enjoyed Hakone. I’m also glad that you were blessed with good weather and were able to see Mt. Fuji. Let’s meet again. I’m looking forward to hearing from you.
        Written 23 April 2023
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        Cora G
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mori-san was a wonderful guide who made our last two days in Japan memorable. We hiked in Hakone and also visited local attractions. At each point Mori-san had prepared interesting explanations. We had some rainy weather to deal with but Mori-san always had a Plan B. We recommend him highly!
        Written 20 October 2024
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        Thank you very much for your review. Although the weather was not so friendly, we could walk along the Lake Ashi visiting the historical spots, and hike to the top of Mt. Kintoki. I'm glad to know that you enjoyed the tour. I enjoyed guiding and talking with you, too. Please take care. I hope to see you again. Best regards, Hideki Mori (Mori san)
        Written 24 October 2024
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        Kara R
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Yukie was an amazing guide that is really passionate about her country. She is extremely knowledgeable and made sure our entire family had a great time. She was extremely flexible when we had to change the plan last minute. Would definitely recommend her!
        Written 21 April 2023
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        Thanks so much for your kind review. It was my great pleasure to serve as an English tour guide for you and your family. You brought the wonderful weather. I will not forget the beautiful Mt. Fuji I viewed with you! It was one of the best views of Mt. Fuji I have ever seen. I am so glad to know that you all had a great time in Hakone. I hope that the rest of your trip went well, too. --Yuki
        Written 24 April 2023
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        Kevin C
        Flushing, NY1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023
        Shoichi-san was a great guide, pleasant, informative, and sociable. Gave us facts, legends, and taught us proper way to pray at Japanese temples. We had booked guide for Hakone only, and when it was over, he even told us of recommendations to visit for our Kyoto trip.
        Written 16 March 2023
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        Thank you for your nice comment. I am really glad. I really enjoyed guiding you . I hope to see you again when you come to Japan. I look forward hearing from you.
        Written 22 March 2023
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