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Tokyo’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours in Tokyo, from the famous to the underrated. What each one actually involves, what it costs, and who runs it.
Mt Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi cruise, and Mt Komagatake Ropeway, plus a Shinkansen ride back to Tokyo. Fast, scenic, weather-ready.
Most Popular“The best tour I have have ever had. Very effecient and I recommend it to anyone who is going to Tokyo.”
Tokyo to Mt. Fuji 5th station, then Hakone ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise, finished by Shinkansen back to Tokyo. Guided and ticketed.
“The scenery, air, forests and mountains, boat trip - it was so fresh and nice, we didn’t want it ending. The bus was very comfortable, buffet lunch provided a lot of food. Bullet train on the back way impressed me sooo much! And I would like to thank Kazu, our guide, who shared so many…”
Tokyo in one day: Meiji Shrine, Asakusa, Skytree with skip-the-line entry, and a Bay Cruise plus matcha and lunch.
“Your was great! Momo was fabulous. She kept things fun and interesting while also making sure we saw everything”
Coach day from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi cruise, and Hakone Komagatake ropeway. Optional lunch and drum show.
“We were looking forward to this day trip but unfortunately the weather was bad. While we understand the weather is not under anyone’s control, we were most disappointed to learn that despite not being taken to see Mt Fuji (at the 5th station) or on the Hakone ropeway ride (in lieu we were taken to…”
Ride a traditional yakatabune from Asakusa for a 14-dish Japanese dinner, free-flow drinks, and Tokyo Skytree and bay night views.
“This is the best river cruise! Staff very attentive and professional - the delicious food kept coming as did the drinks. Boat was docked when we arrived and only waited a few minutes before boarding. Night lights of Tokyo from river made the cruise all the more memorable. One of the best experiences of our…”
Tokyo to Hakone for a pirate-boat cruise on Lake Ashi, the Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani volcano and black eggs, plus outlets or onsen.
“Absolutely enjoyed it. Everything was prompt. Guide spoke fluently and shared info every step of the way. Driver was great too. Totally worth the money. Every stop was a great experience. Even though we couldn't see Mt. Fuji due to heavy rains and wind, it was a truly unforgettable experience.”
Dynamic Tokyo day tour: Tokyo Tower views, matcha tea experience, Senso-ji and Imperial Palace stops, plus a Sumida River cruise and buffet lunch.
“We had an awesome time. Aki is an exceptional tour guide. Her extensive knowledge, humour, care and personal engagement with each individual on the tour was credible. She learnt our names, took photos on her own phone and shRead more”
Tokyo Bay dinner cruise on a yakatabune with sukiyaki, live shamisen music, unlimited soft drinks, and night views from an open deck.
“This was such a wonderful experience! Super romantic and special. Special thanks to Sheila that made this evening unforgettable”
Cruise Tokyo Bay on a yakatabune with shamisen show, sukiyaki-style hot pot, soft drinks, then visit Tokyo Tower for big views.
“We had the most beautiful evening on Tokyo bay. The singer and musician were extraordinarily talented and it was an honour to experience live traditional Japanese folk music. The host was incredibly friendly and educated us about traditional and modern day Tokyo. The food was divine with obviously high quality fresh ingredients. The boat and…”
Bus trip from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Hakone, with Lake Ashi cruise, ropeway, and optional lunch plus a wadaiko drum show.
“Good organised trip. The guide (Shin) was very competent and friendly. Lucky to see Mount Fuji. It cleared up, when we arrived. Hakone is also a very beautiful place. I can recommend that that trip. Domo arigato.”
Traditional yakatabune dinner cruise in Tokyo Bay: Skytree and Rainbow Bridge views, fresh multi-course meal, and unlimited drinks.
“This was absolutely fantastic. Great food, service and views. A great value.”
Mt Fuji, Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, Owakudani black eggs, plus two Fuji-area classics. Pickup in Tokyo, full 10-hour day.
“This trip was exactly what I wanted—to see as much as possible in the short time I had left in Japan. Mizuki made it happen. The weather was great, and everything was well organised and perfectly timed so we could see all the key sights. I would definitely recommend it. It is a very full…”
A full-day Mt. Fuji and Hakone escape from Tokyo with a Lake Ashi cruise, Oshino Hakkai ponds, and hands-on ramen-making lunch.
“Convenient and comprehensive one day tour that tries to cover both Hakone and Mt Fuji, suitable for first-time travellers to Tokyo. Would have liked some proper introduction of each of the places we visited as the tour was mostly silent throughout. Also, set aside 20 minutes at Shinjuku station to find the meeting point.”
10-hour Mt. Fuji Hakone tour from Tokyo: Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi cruise, free ropeway to Owakudani, swans, Oshino Hakkai.
“very much and good activities. a good guide - jack was funny, helpful and informative. we give jack 5 stars and will like to take a tour again next time we are in japan.”
Premium bus day trip from Shinjuku to Mt. Fuji: pirate-ship cruise on Lake Ashi, floating torii, Owakudani ropeway, Hakone views.
“Really amazing guides in Ayaka and Mia, wonderful day out and very knowledgeable about culture and history. They both are multilingual and made the day very easy to manage. The last stop provided amazing views of Mt Fuji and capped everything off.”
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