Dawn S.United States
We spent 3 fun filled days with Mura. He did an amazing job in showing us the expected sights and included some unexpected adventures. I would highly recommend him for any of his tours. You won’t be disappointed.
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Private tour in Hakone Hideaki M
Exciting Hakone - One Day Private Tour from Tokyo (by shinkansen)
4.9
(13) reviews
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10 hours
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Private tour for 1-5 people
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10 hours
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Hideaki M.
4.9
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Hello! I'm Hideaki. Just call me "Mura" or "Mura-san". "San" means "Mr. " or "Ms. " in Japanese. I have a national tour guide license in English. I have guided for 180 days (492 guests) in 2025, 192days (531 guests) in 2024, 201 days (576 guests) in 2023, 170 days (501 guests) in 2019 and 149 days (455 guests) in 2018. I have ever lived in the following cities on business. - Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) Four years - Nantong (China) One and half years, - Jakarta (Indonesia) One and half years - Baton Rouge (Louisiana, USA) Two years. My hobbies are playing golf, listening to classical music and watching football. My policy as a tour guide is to entertain my guests with my best hospitality. I really like to see my guests smiling. I also enjoy chatting with my guests about not only a general explanation about Japanese culture and history but everything based on my experiences and hobbies. I can provide One-Day Tours in Tokyo, Narita, Nikko, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Mt. Nokogiri. Let's enjoy a wonderful tour in Japan! National Guide Certificate (English) Cert. No. EN01152 A member of Institute of Japanese Cultural Exchange and Experience (IJCEE) I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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Take Shinkansen (a bullet train) and enjoy viewing Mt. Fuji on a sunny day
Overview of your Hakone tour
Hakone is one of the best sightseeing spots with beautiful sceneries and 20 kinds of hot springs. Take a Shinkansen (a bullet train) from Tokyo. After that, a mountain train that runs through valleys, a ropeway that allows you to view beautiful Mr. Fuji on a sunny day and cruising at Lake Ashi. Owakudani is the place where you can see the real volcanic activity. My favorite part of this tour is when I take you to Lake Ashi where You can have the most beautiful view of Mt. Fuji with the lake. According to the weather records of Fuji city, the possibility of viewing Mt Fuji depends on the season, about 80% in winter while less than 30% in summer.
Recent Reviews
Brendon L.United States
We had a wonderful tour with Hideaki! He was very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. He planned the day very well and made everything easy and enjoyable for our family. Hideaki explained many interesting things about the local culture and history, and he was also very patient and flexible with our schedule. Thanks to him, we were able to see beautiful places and have a memorable experience in Japan. We highly recommend Hideaki to anyone visiting and looking for a great private guide.
Benni S.Indonesia
Excellent, quick response, good handling
Patrick R.
We really enjoyed our tour with Hideaki. The tour went very smoothly, the sights were wonderful, and Hideaki did a great job of explaining things and recommending other things to see during our stay. We would definitely recommend this tour for anyone visiting Japan.
Stephanie D.United States
Excellent experience, and one of the highlights of our trip. Thank you Hideaki (Mura) San!
Teresita S.United States
We had one day to take a tour and Hideaki did not disappoint! He was knowledgeable of the area and guided us through the public transportation with ease. We felt very comfortable with him and plan to book with him and ToursByLocals on future trips!
Your Hakone tour itinerary
Sample of tour time itinerary. • 8:30 Meet at your Hotel and move to Tokyo or Shinagawa by train. • 9:27 Shinkansen (a bullet train) to Odawara. It runs at a speed of about 260km/hr. • 10:22 Train to Hakone Yumoto. • 10:49 Mountain train to Gora. It runs through valleys. - Cable car and ropeway to Owakudani. You can enjoy beautiful Mt. Fuji on a sunny day. - Owakudani. One of the Mt. Fuji viewing spots in Hakone and you can see the real volcanic activity. A black egg boiled in the hot spring is famous here - Ropeway to Lake Ashi. - Cruising at Lake Ashi. You can enjoy beautiful combination of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi. • 16:23 Bus to Odawara. • 17:44 Shinkansen (a bullet train) to Tokyo or Shinagawa. • 18:18 Arrive at Tokyo or Shinagawa and move back to your hotel. The above is the basic itinerary and you can select one more activity from the list below. - Souvenir shops and a hot spring at Hakone Yumoto. - Hakone Open-Air Museum - Gora Park. - Hakone Shrine - Narukawa Art Museum.
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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train
Train, Ropeway, Cable Car, Crusing and Bus. The ropeway and cruising at Lake Ashi will either be suspended or unable to operate as scheduled because natural hazards such as snow or strong winds are forecast.
What's included
Other: -Transportation cost for the guide
-Lunch for the guide
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Admission Fee (you and the guide)- 2-way Ticket of Shinkansen (a bullet train) and Hakone Free Pass - total cost 12,560 JPY per person.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Hotel, Station, Airport, Cruise Terminal in Tokyo.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Day Trip
History
Tour reference number
549195
Languages
English
JapaneseActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.9
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Who is this private tour in Hakone best suited for?
This private tour in Hakone is perfect for travellers who want to experience the beauty of Mt. Fuji and the scenic landscapes of Hakone. It's ideal for those who enjoy a mix of transportation modes, including the Shinkansen, mountain trains, ropeways, and cruising on Lake Ashi. The tour is also kid-friendly and suitable for families, making it a great choice for those travelling with children.
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10 hours
Public transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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Tour date
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10 hours
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If your tour is valued over $200 USD and booked at least 45 days before the tour date, you can book with a 20% deposit!
How it works
- Your credit card will be authorized only for the deposit amount.
- Funds will not be withdrawn until your tour booking is fully processed.
- The remaining balance will automatically be charged to your credit card 30 days before your tour date.