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Mt Fuji Private Guided Tours: Explore Nature, Local Villages and Lakes
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Mount Fuji
Experience the beauty of Mt. Fuji and its surrounding areas on a private guided tour. Explore nature, local villages, lakes, and the enchanting Aokigahara Jukai Forest. Discover the best views of Mt. Fuji and visit fascinating attractions like Asama Shrine, Mother’s White Waterfall, and Dragon Cave. Enjoy a relaxed and unhurried 5-6 hour tour with a…
Experience the beauty of Mt. Fuji and its surrounding areas on a private guided tour. Explore nature, local villages, lakes, and the enchanting Aokigahara Jukai Forest. Discover the best views of Mt. Fuji and visit fascinating attractions like Asama Shrine, Mother’s White Waterfall, and Dragon Cave. Enjoy a relaxed and unhurried 5-6 hour tour with a native English-speaking guide. Get up close and personal with nature in a comfortable and personalized experience.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mount Fuji - We will drive around Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Saiko stopping to see Mt.Fuji at choice viewing points. Starting at Asama Shrine,the giant cedar trees there are over 1200 years old. This classic forest shrine is the oldest in the area and a Mt.Fuji World Cultural Heritage Site. An amazingly beautiful waterfall-Haha no shirataki,…
- Mount Fuji - We will drive around Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Saiko stopping to see Mt.Fuji at choice viewing points. Starting at Asama Shrine,the giant cedar trees there are over 1200 years old. This classic forest shrine is the oldest in the area and a Mt.Fuji World Cultural Heritage Site. An amazingly beautiful waterfall-Haha no shirataki, Mothers White Falls is near with unparalleled views of Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko. Next we visit Oishi Flower Park on the way to Lake Saiko,center of the Five Lakes around Mt.Fuji. Then we visit Aokigahara Jukai Forest-the Sea of Trees at Yacho no Mori Koen the Wild Birds Forest Park. Here we walk in a spectacular lava rock forest created by volcanic eruption in 864 AD. Covering 30 square kilometers of a most amazing area. Next visit The Dragon Cave-Ryugu Doketsu,a National Monument. Depending on time and weather,more stops and walks are possible such as the Climax Forest on Mt.Fuji at 1200 meters. Lastly,sunset time at Lake Shoji or Lakes Saiko & Kawaguchiko.
What's Included
- Native English-speaking guide/driver.
- Departure from Kawaguchiko Station or hotels in Fujikawaguchiko area.
- Native English-speaking guide/driver.
- Departure from Kawaguchiko Station or hotels in Fujikawaguchiko area.
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Additional Information
Private Tours of Mt.Fuji area and Fujikawaguchiko led by a Native English speaking guide who has been a resident for a long time. Enjoy the best views of Mt. Fuji. Explore Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Saiko. Take a stroll in Aokigahara Jukai Forest which is filled with lava rock forest and trees covered in stunning moss. Pay a visit to sites like Asama…
Private Tours of Mt.Fuji area and Fujikawaguchiko led by a Native English speaking guide who has been a resident for a long time. Enjoy the best views of Mt. Fuji. Explore Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Saiko. Take a stroll in Aokigahara Jukai Forest which is filled with lava rock forest and trees covered in stunning moss. Pay a visit to sites like Asama Shrine, Mother’s White Waterfall, Dragon Cave, and local villages. The tours, which last 5-6 hours, include private van transport and walking. They are relaxed, unhurried, and comfortable, offering a personal and quiet encounter with nature.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Mount Fuji
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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5ryanc
Jun 6, 2025
5-star streak continues… - Thank you Chris for a wonderful, relaxing, educational and comfortable day getting to know you and your adopted home town. Your passion for your work is clear and your preparation is appreciated. Thank you for making memories for my son and me and for helping convince him to read my favorite Eckhart Tolle. And spotting a serow was a treat!
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Colinlizs
May 31, 2025
A wonderful tour - would highly recommend - What a lovely six hours we spent with Yumi today exploring the wonderful forests and hills around the Mount Fuji area. Starting with a visit to a local shrine and learning more about the ancient woodland and temple before visiting a wonderful waterfall finishing off with a lovely break at a local coffee van. Then on to more local sights sadly accompanied by rain and low cloud although this did add to the atmosphere of quiet and the tranquility of water during the drive. A lovely stop for lunch where we had excellent local Hoto noodles in a delicious broth. Then on to the lava forests full of moss and hidden caves and crevices. A scenic trip back to our hotel encouraged the mountain to listen to Yumi’s prayers as the clouds parted and we got a wonderful glimpse of Mount Fuji. A fantastic day - thank you Yumi for sharing the best sights of your home area.
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Michaelrh9865vu
May 30, 2025
Best guide in Mt Fuji area - Chris has created a first class tour of nature in the beautiful Mount Fuji area
Regardless of the weather ( we had a full wet day ) you will experience a real connection with nature and local culture. Chris delivers a true first class service from a van which has top end kit from boots, rain jackets and trousers to chairs for relaxing by the lake
The 5 lakes are picturesque but it was the forest which really impressed us with the 1400 year old trees being a major highlight
Chris has emersed himself in Japan for over 30 years and hence allows him to deliver a deep insight to the local culture
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Johnof2104ws
May 24, 2025
An inspiring day… - Thank you so much Chris for your very inspiring adventure around Mount Fuji…your attention to ensuring we had an unforgettable experience was highly appreciated.
We experienced so much beauty in the surrounding Nature of Fuji, as well as getting the opportunity of going to wonderful, off the beaten track locations, to capture photos to always remember this very special dream location.
Fun to be with you Chris…thanks for being you!
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Brendamiles3
May 24, 2025
Lovely day with Yumi seeing the sights of Kawaguchiko. - We went to day on the Hidden Wonders of Kawaguchiko with Yumi. Absolutely lovely day, Yumi took us to so many different spots, we enjoyed everything! Yumi is polite and knowledgable, plus a great driver around all the winding roads!
The little bakery we when to was fabulous and bought some treats for the train tomorrow. The cafe up high with fantastic views was a real find! Another nice touch was some lovely music in the van travelling between sights!
We would have no hesitation recommending Yumi and Hidden Japan to everyone!
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O2367qkethanc
May 18, 2025
A excellent day out - Yumi was a excellent guide for myself and my aunty today. We visited many beautiful but quiet places in the surrounding countryside. Yumi has extensive knowledge and experience about Mt Fuji and the surrounding areas. We taken to variety of unique places and not once did I feel bored or it being repetitive like some other tours can feel like. Yumi was even kind enough to take me to one of the local bakeries, who had very delicious food on sale. Overall, I couldn't of asked for a better experience today and thank you again, to Yumi who provided this tour for me and my aunt today.
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Catherineso86cr
May 18, 2025
A fabulous tour with a very interesting friendly and knowledgeable guide. - We met with Chris for a drive/walk tour of the area we are staying in near Mount Fuji. We had a fabulous tour including beautiful waterfalls, a lava forest incorporating visiting a lava cave, tea by the lake and we all had lunch at a fabulous restaurant, chosen by us from several options. Chris is a very entertaining and easy person to be around and we very much recommend booking a tour.
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Wdl111
May 9, 2025
A great Zen like experience after five days in Tokyo - We spent five great days in Tokyo and had a wonderful time. Tokyo is a busy busy fast paced environment. After that, it was a welcome experience to meet Chris for a peaceful, out of the city experience. My wife and I enjoyed the peace and tranquility that Chris introduced us to in the natural areas around Kawaguchi. He has many little secret spots and walks that only a local would know about. We also enjoyed the insight that he was able to share as a long time resident of the area with a western background. Thanks Chris for a magical experience!
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Petej442
Apr 28, 2025
A very Special Experience - Nearing the end of our three week trip to Japan, we stayed on the shores of Lake Kawaguchiko to take in the views of Fujisan. While there we were treated to a very special local experience with tour guide Chris from Hidden Japan. Chris, a long time local, and native English speaker is passionate about Japan and especially his home patch of Kawaguchiko and Saiko and he is adept at introducing visitors to the less tourist trodden paths that take you to a most peaceful and hidden part of Japan. From waterfalls to lava forests, great 'Chris' coffee to his homemade tea, Chris's knowledge and passion oozes throughout a relaxed, calming and almost spiritual day. Thank you Chris for one of the highlights of our magnificent holiday to your beautiful country.
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_valrobinson53
Apr 27, 2025
Live for the now! - We were coming to the end of our trip to Japan. Touring with Chris gave a new and fascinating view of everything we saw. He showed us special spots, away from the crowds, and gave us the insight he has gained from living in Japan and loving nature. Fuji-san responded to his prayer and gave us unforgettable views.
Live for the now!
Val and Martin
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