Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko
Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor: Kawaguchiko

What you'll do

You’ll take a train ride with your host to Kawaguchi-ko, a resort town designed for relaxation, so why not start at a local onsen hot spring, where you can soak away all your stress in the healing waters?

Your host will lead you to popular attractions like the Kubota Art Museum, where you can discover the ancient art of fabric dying, or you could pick a precious, one-of-a-kind souvenir from the Yamanashi Gem Museum.

You’ll also experience off-beat secret spots like the Fuji Omoro Sengen shrine, which has been destroyed by volcanic eruptions several times, or Tanuki Tea Shop atop Mount Tenjo, where you’ll see Mount Fuji from an entirely different perspective. 

Where you’ll go

Some of Japan’s most famous and scenic lakes lie just a few hours west of Tokyo, including one extraordinary destination. Kawaguchiko is a magical resort where luxurious hot springs (or onsen), fascinating museums, and picturesque cherry blossoms grab the imagination, all in full view of a Japanese icon - Mount Fuji.

Witness the Maple Corridor, where autumn outshines spring, or enjoy a dramatic view from the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, which peaks at 1075m above sea level. Hungry? Your host will show you where to find the houtou noodle restaurant with the best view. That’s why you’re here, after all.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 10 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, Bengali, Cantonese, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central Tokyo location

Experience outline

  • Hop on a train arranged by your host and head for the hills - literally - of Kawaguchiko.
  • Embrace the tranquility of the Fuji Five Lakes, and take in spectacular views of the mountain itself.
  • Unwind at a local hot spring, or onsen, where the locals go for some real rest and relaxation.
  • Watch art in motion at Itchiku Kubota Art, where ancient fabric dying still takes place.
  • Sip a steamy brew at a traditional tea house, visit a local museum, or opt for an authentic sake tasting.

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 10 hours with a host
  • Return trip to Kawaguchi-ko via Express Bus from Shinjuku or Tokyo
  • Daily pass for traveling Kawaguchiko's surroundings
  • Walking experience with some transport

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transport costs (other than the round trip to Kawaguchiko and Daily Pass)
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Awesome day at fujisan , Ian was a fantastic guide highly recommended.

    August 2023

    Zach R

    Kind and thoughtful tour guide.. listened to what I wanted to see and supported me to achieve. would recommend this guide to anyone ..

    July 2023

    Anne F

    This was an awesome day spent in picturesque Kawaguchiko with Dania. Past the delay in hearing from the selected host to 2 days before my trip, Dania was very accommodating, flexible, kind, fun, humble, gracious, took many excellent souvenir photos, and was honest in saying this was also her first trip to the area. She even pre-purchased our bus tickets so we didn’t have to wait in line on travel day. I have many wonderful memories at each stop we went to and indeed it was like traveling with a friend. I would highly recommend this tour and Dania to anyone wanting to enjoy nature near Tokyo.

    April 2019

    Karen Y

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