| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Early Departure (Before 8 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 10 travelers |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Temples & shrines, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
【Travel Conditions】
Travel origin and destination: Tokyo, Kanagawa/Shizuoka
Number of days of travel: same day return
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Heisei Electric Bus Co., Ltd.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: none
Minimum group size: 10
Team leader: 1
【Travel planning/implementation】
Operating company name: Heisei Electronics Co., Ltd.
Address: 5-22-26 HEG Hall 5th Floor, Honmachi, Shiki City, Saitama Prefecture
License No.: Mr. Kan Guanggen’s Tourism Industry Registration No. 2095
Travel Industry Association Name: Full member of Japan Travel Industry Association
A minimum of 10 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Please note that the onboard attendant for this itinerary is not a tour guide
Please be aware that, depending on the day's circumstances, participants requiring Chinese-speaking and English-speaking guides may be combined into one group
Infants aged 0–3 can attend for free but cannot occupy a seat. If a child needs a seat, additional charges will apply
The tour and arrival times at each scenic spot are subject to adjustments based on the day's weather and traffic conditions. Thank you for your understanding
Please make sure to adhere to the meet-up time and individual tour arrangements
Depending on the traffic conditions on the day, the time may be adjusted or attractions may be deleted. Please understand.
Hakone Shrine is renowned for its iconic red torii gate rising dramatically from Lake Ashi, creating a stunning photo opportunity, especially at dawn or dusk. The serene forested grounds, historic main shrine buildings, and tranquil atmosphere offer a spiritual retreat and a deep connection to Japanese tradition and natural beauty.
The 'Gate of Peace' torii at Hakone Shrine, submerged partly in Lake Ashi, is linked to ancient legends involving dragons and spiritual guardians of the lake. It symbolizes protection and prosperity. Visitors often come to pray for safe travels and good fortune, walking through the gate as a symbolic act of passage and purification.
Owakudani, known as the 'Great Boiling Valley,' offers a unique volcanic landscape with active sulfur vents and hot springs. Visitors can witness the impressive geological activity, enjoy panoramic views of Mount Fuji on clear days, and taste the famous black eggs (kuro tamago), believed to extend one's life by seven years.
The eggs at Owakudani turn black because they are boiled in the naturally sulfurous hot springs. The sulfur in the water reacts with the iron in the eggshells, giving them their distinctive black color. Locals believe eating these eggs can extend one's lifespan, with each egg adding seven years.
Yes, Gotemba Premium Outlets offers excellent opportunities to view Mount Fuji, especially from certain areas within the complex on clear days. The outlets are strategically located, providing a spectacular backdrop of Japan's highest peak. Look for designated viewing spots or higher elevations within the shopping area.
To travel between Hakone Shrine and Owakudani, you would typically use a combination of local transportation. From Hakone Shrine (near Moto-Hakone port), you can take a local bus to Togendai, then transfer to the Hakone Ropeway which directly leads to Owakudani. This route offers scenic views of Lake Ashi and the volcanic valley.
Honcho Street itself offers charming views that can frame Mount Fuji beautifully on clear days, particularly with traditional Japanese architecture. For iconic compositions, exploring areas around Lake Ashi or specific viewpoints on the Hakone Ropeway can provide stunning panoramic vistas of Mount Fuji, often with the lake or volcanic landscape in the foreground.