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Tokyo’s best days out.
The 10 most popular train experiences in Tokyo, from the famous to the underrated. What each one actually involves, what it costs, and who runs it.
One day from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Hakone, with ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, lunch options, and Shinkansen return.
Most Popular“The experience is long and you may want to bring snacks the tour guide that we had Yuta was very friendly and laid back which made the experience a breeze, Thankyou for today!!”
Mt Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashi cruise, and Mt Komagatake Ropeway, plus a Shinkansen ride back to Tokyo. Fast, scenic, weather-ready.
“Might not see Fuji from station 5 due to weather/cloud conditions. However once cleared later great views from the other stops especially the cable cars at Hanoke (sp).”
Tokyo to Mt. Fuji 5th station, then Hakone ropeway and Lake Ashi cruise, finished by Shinkansen back to Tokyo. Guided and ticketed.
“Team Yuti!! Loved this day trip, blessed with wonderful visibility for Fuji and got to the 5th station! Wind was too strong for the ropeway but the cruise was fab and Yuti’s enthusiasm made the alternatives fun, highly recommend.”
From Shinjuku: reach Mt Fuji’s 5th Station, ride Owakudani Ropeway, cruise Lake Ashi, then fly back by Shinkansen.
“Seeing Mount Fuji in clear weather. Ken singing the Mount Fuji song was very moving. Buffet lunch was enjoyable Loved the bullet train”
Ride the Shinkansen to Kyoto for an English-guided afternoon of Fushimi Inari, Sanjusangendo, and Kiyomizu-dera plus hotel lunch.
“There was too much waiting time. We took the bullet train, which was nice. But, we had extra time after lunch and had to wait on the tour bus for the other people to arrive from their morning tour. After the tour, we got done by 5:30pm, and haRead more”
Guided Mt. Fuji and Hakone day trip from Tokyo with optional Shinkansen return, ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, and lunch upgrade.
“This was a fabulous tour! We did so much and really enjoyed the day. Our tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable and helpful!”
A time-efficient Mt. Fuji and Hakone day trip from Tokyo with hotel pickup, Hakone ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, and optional bullet train return.
“A bus picked us up at our pickup location. Watch for the message on exact pickup time (our pickup was 30 minutes after what it had mentioned on tour voucher). English guide was provided, and she guided us not just for the trip but even after the trip actively showing us where and how to…”
Small-group Kamakura and Enoshima day from Tokyo Station with Enoden coastal train, dragon-myth island, Slam Dunk school photos, Daibutsu.
“Great experience. You are basically in your own . It is self guided but our guide explained things to use prior to our stops etc .”
Shinkansen to Nagano for miso-making, Obuse chestnuts, then Jigokudani snow monkeys in hot springs, led by an English guide.
“Definitley the highlight of our trip to Tokyo! I would recommend this activity to individuals and families who are looking to enjoy nature.”
Private Mt Fuji & Hakone tour from Tokyo with guide, air-conditioned car, shinkansen ticket help, and Lake Ashinoko crossing time.
“Our guide Ryu was absolutely fabulous. He gave us a running commentary about Japan culture, explained everything at each stop. Took many photos for us. Our welfare was his main concern. Escorted us to the bullet train and looked after us completely. It was a wonderful tour and we can highly recommend Ryu and his…”
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