If your Mt. Fuji itinerary includes the stunning Mt. Fuji, then you’re in luck. There are plenty of Mt. Fuji tours from Tokyo that take you to the mountain and/or the best viewing spots. But browsing through pages and pages of tours that more or less look the same can be a drag. That’s why I’ve developed this guide to help you choose the best one for you.
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TOUR SUMMARY
Departure Point: Shinjuku
Duration: Approx. 11 hours
Destinations: Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Gotemba Premium Outlets, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi Cruise
Inclusions: Bento lunch, free Disney character giveaway
Price: ¥12,900
PROS
- You get to be on Mt. Fuji. The 5th Station is halfway through the mountain and is the entry point for climbing Mt. Fuji
- Experience two of the most coveted rides in Hakone—the Hakone Ropeway and the Lake Ashi Cruise.
- Get the rare experience of seeing volcanic activity up close at Owakudani. It will make you feel like you’re on a different planet.
CONS
- This tour is more Hakone-focused than it is Mt. Fuji.
- Views of Mt.Fuji are not as stunning as the ones you see around Lake Kawaguchi
- Lunch is not as appealing as other tours.
TOUR SUMMARY
Departure Point: Shinjuku, Shinagawa
Duration: Approx. 10 hours
Destinations: Arakurayama Sengen Park, Kawaguchiko Craft Park, Oishi Park, Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba
Inclusions: Entrance fees
Price: Starts at ¥8,330
PROS
- Snap the picture-perfect view of Mt. Fuji with a five-story pagoda at Arakurayama Sengen Park. You get to see cherry blossoms in spring and fall foliage in autumn, too.
- Get the best seasonal views of Mt. Fuji at Oishi Park – cherry blossoms in spring, lavender in summer, and red kochia or fire bush in summer
- Capture the soul of Japan at Iyashi no Sato, where the awe-inspiring backdrop of Mount Fuji enriches a landscape of traditional thatched-roof houses.
CONS
- Lunch is not included but is available as an add-on
- You only get 30 mins at Oishi Park
TOUR SUMMARY
Departure Point: Toranomon
Duration: Approx. 12 hours
Destinations: Mt. Fuji 5th Station Sky Palace, Ensoleille Excursion Ship Pleasure Boat Kawaguchiko, Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway (Kachi Kachi Yama)
Inclusions: Entrance fees
Price: Starts at ¥5,000
PROS
- Most budget-friendly tour
- You get to spend more time at each destination because the tour goes to two locations only.
- Plenty of things to do at the summit of the Fuji Panoramic Ropeway. (Also called Kachi Kachi Yama)
CONS
- Lunch is not included but is available as an add-on
TOUR SUMMARY
Departure Point: Shinjuku
Duration: Approx. 11 hours
Destinations: Mt. Fuji 5th Station Sky Palace, Lake Kawaguchi, Oshino Hakkai, Gotemba Premium Outlets
Inclusions: Entrance fees
Price: Starts at ¥7,000
PROS
- Ascend via bus to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station.
- Make your own cup of green tea! Learn how to prepare a refreshing cup and savor your concoction as you enjoy the calming views of Mt. Fuji.
- Have a pleasant stroll around Oshino Hakkai where you’ll see thatched-roof house and eight crystal-clear spring-fed ponds all with Mt. Fuji as the majestic backdrop.
CONS
- Lunch is not included. You can bring your own or dine on-site.
- The tour spends an hour and 20 minutes at Gotemba Premium Outlets, which is a plus if you like shopping, but a bore if you’d rather sightsee than be in a mall.
TOUR SUMMARY
Departure Point: Shinjuku
Duration: Approx. 11 hours
Destinations: Hakone Shrine, Mt. Omuro, Jogasaki Coast
Inclusions: Omurayama cable car
Price: Starts at ¥8,900
PROS
- Hakone Shrine is a very popular photo spot but most Mt. Fuji tours do not go here.
- Aside from Hakone Shrine, all the other destinations are not as crowded.
- Enjoy an exhilarating cable car ride to the top of Mt. Omuro.
- Cross a suspension bridge at the gorgeous Jogasaki Coast
CONS
- While you will be able to see Mt. Fuji in the spots you visit, they are not the best viewing spots for Mt. Fuji.
- Lunch is not included. You can bring your own or dine on-site.
- The queue to take a photo under the torii gates of Hakone Shrine may be long. Being able to take a photo within the time allotted is not guaranteed.
And that’s my list of recommended Mt. Fuji tours from Tokyo. Do remember that tours can change each year, and there are plenty of seasonal tours to look out for as well, including the Fuji Shibazakura Festival in spring and the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival in fall. If you want to keep yourself updated or read more about the many interesting places and events in Japan, keep Tokyo Past 3 bookmarked or sign up for the newsletter so that you don’t miss any updates.
