Hakone Day Trip | Hakone Shrine Tour, Ōwakudani Valley, Ropeway Ride, and Customizable Itinerary (Departing from Tokyo)
• Depart from Tokyo and enjoy a one-day tour of Hakone with a private private charter car charter, eliminating transfers and rushing for buses, ensuring a comfortable and secure journey
• Flexible itinerary customization, including Lake Ashi cruise, Hakone Shrine visit, Owakudani volcanic landscape and other classic attractions according to needs
• Exclusive driver pick-up service, suitable for families, couples, friends or elders, easy and worry-free
• Suitable for all seasons: enjoy the flowers in spring, escape the heat in summer, admire the maples in autumn, and soak in hot springs in winter. Each season has its own charm.
• Provide comfortable vehicle rides and create exclusive journeys, allowing passengers to fully enjoy the natural and cultural charm of Hakone
Package Options
Product Info
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【Model Introduction】
・5-seater Sedan (cannot specify car type) | Up to 3 people + 2 pieces of luggage
7-seater business car (Van/Alphard random, no designated car type) | Up to 6 people + 4 pieces of luggage
※ 5 people are recommended for the most comfortable travel. If you are traveling with 6 adults, the space is relatively tight and we recommend upgrading to a 10-seater vehicle.
Toyota Alphard Luxury 7-seater (Airline Seats) | Up to 6 people + 4 pieces of luggage
※ 5 people are recommended for maximum comfort; if you are traveling with 6 adults, the space will be a bit tight.
・10-seater car (Toyota Hiace, etc.) | Up to 9 people + 10 pieces of luggage
・14-seater car (Hiace Long) | Up to 11 people + 8 pieces of luggage
※ The maximum number of passengers that can be accommodated is 13 without luggage.
・18-seater vehicle (Toyota Coaster, etc.) | Maximum 18 people + 18 pieces of luggage
or up to 23 people (including bonus seats, limited to small luggage, up to 10 pieces)
※ When using the auxiliary seat, it is recommended to carry small luggage to avoid affecting riding comfort.
【Child Seat and Luggage Regulations】
・This service uses a licensed vehicle. According to Japanese law, the use of child seats is not mandatory. A free booster seat is available upon request.
・An additional ¥2,500 fee will be charged for each second seat and above. Please note this when placing your order. Please note that child seats take up approximately 1.5 seats, which may affect passenger comfort and luggage space.
・Standard luggage size is 24-28 inches. Oversized luggage or strollers must be notified in advance and will be counted as two pieces of luggage.
・If the number of passengers or luggage capacity is exceeded and the vehicle cannot be boarded, the responsibility and expenses shall be borne by the passenger.
【Vehicle arrangement and driving range】
・The vehicle may be replaced with a vehicle of the same class based on the day's schedule. The vehicle cannot be specified.
・If you wish to customize your route, please fill in the itinerary for customer service confirmation when placing an order.
・Driving range: Within 300 kilometers from the departure hotel in Tokyo. Additional service fees will apply for trips that cross regional boundaries (e.g., Mt. Fuji and Hakone).
・Pick-up and drop-off locations are limited to hotels and guesthouses within the Tokyo metropolitan area. A deadlift fee (JPY 5,000–20,000) will be charged for pick-up and drop-off outside of these areas.
・Urayasu, Disneyland, and Haneda Airport are not within the Tokyo city area. A one-way surcharge (JPY 5,000–10,000) will be charged if a pick-up is required.
【Private charter car service time】
・Standard service time: 10 hours. Overtime fee will be charged if the service time exceeds 10 hours.
・For pick-up/drop-off at different locations (e.g. Mt. Fuji/Hakone), the service time is 8 hours. For other areas, idle time must be reserved.
・・The car usage time range is between 7:00-22:00. If it exceeds this time period, please make a note when placing the order for customer service confirmation
【Other reminders】
・The driver does not speak English, but can use translation software to communicate with passengers.
・If you need to specify an English-speaking driver, please leave a note for customer service confirmation when placing the order. If it can be arranged, an additional JPY 5,000 designation fee will be charged.
・The driver's contact information will be provided 1 day before departure (3 hours before departure at the latest). Please be ready at the pick-up location 10 minutes before departure.
・If your itinerary includes the Mt. Fuji Fifth Station, you will need to pay the mountain entrance fee (approximately JPY 2,100–3,700) on site. The driver can pay for you.
・Communication reminder: In some areas, LINE IDs cannot be added to each other. It is recommended to communicate via WhatsApp, WeChat, or email.
Hakone Shrine, located on the shores of Lake Ashi, has been a renowned shrine revered as the guardian deity of the Kanto region since ancient times. It is said to be particularly effective in granting wishes for good fortune in battles and wealth. The shrine contains five torii gates, and legend has it that passing through each gate in sequence will bring divine blessings.
The Hakone-Ashi Lake sightseeing boat tour is a place where you can enjoy the scenery of Lake Ashi in Hakone, with breathtaking views. You can choose different types of boats, such as classic-style steamships or modern speedboats, to appreciate this beautiful lake.
The Hakone Ropeway connects Togendai Station and Sounzan Station. The ropeway departs every minute, passing through Ubako Station and Owakudani Station, and reaches a maximum height of about 130 meters above the ground, allowing visitors to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Hakone and the magnificent scenery of Mount Fuji changing with the seasons.
Owakudani is a famous geothermal area in Hakone, filled with billowing steam and the smell of sulfur. Here you can enjoy some truly unique natural landscapes, such as "Hell Valley," "Tengu Rock," and "Dragon's Mouth." It's a very worthwhile destination, especially for travelers who enjoy geothermal activities.
The Hakone Open-Air Museum, Japan's first outdoor art museum, was built in 1969 and covers an area of 70,000 square meters. It exhibits about 120 masterpieces by modern and contemporary sculptors such as Rodin, Henry Moore and Miró, allowing art to blend perfectly with nature and bringing a unique visual feast.
Gotemba Premium Outlets is a large shopping center with many internationally renowned brands and local Japanese brands, offering relatively affordable prices. There are also numerous restaurants and cafes where you can relax and unwind after shopping.
The "Seven Hot Springs of Hakone" in Hakone Onsen were built between 1684 and 1687. There are a total of 336 hot springs in Hakone Onsen Township, and the amount of hot spring water flowing out of Hakone ranks among the highest in Japan.
Suggested Charter Routes
- Classic Route A: Hakone Shrine → Lake Ashi Pirate Ship → Togendai Ropeway → Owakudani (Black Egg) → Sounzan
- Route B: Hakone Shrine → Gotemba Outlets → Konohana Hot Spring
- Route C: Hakone Ornamental Museum of Art → POLA Museum of Art → Gora Park → Hakone Shrine
What You Can Expect
Important Info
Surcharge(s)
Parking Fee
Reimbursement based on actual expenses
Overtime fee
Overtime Fee Standards:
Vehicles with 10 seats or less: JPY 5,000 for each additional hour (each additional 15 minutes counts as 1 hour)
Vehicles with 14 seats or more: JPY 10,000 for each additional hour (each additional 15 minutes counts as 1 hour)
• Delays caused by traffic congestion, waiting, or other unforeseen circumstances will be charged as overtime fees.
Night service fee
The car rental period is between 7:00 and 22:00. If your rental period is outside this time frame, please specify this in the order notes for customer service confirmation.
Cross-regional service fee
If the itinerary is outside the same area (e.g., spanning the Kamakura and Mt. Fuji areas), a cross-regional service fee will apply. Please specify your desired route when placing your order, and we will confirm with you again.
Reminders
To ensure a comfortable riding environment, please do not eat or drink inside the vehicle and dispose of your trash yourself. If you soil the seats, carpets, or interior trim, you will need to pay a vehicle cleaning fee based on the actual quote from a professional company.
If you need to adjust or change your order information after booking, please inform us no later than two days before your trip. Changes requested the day before or on the day of your trip cannot be accommodated.
The private charter car service is available for 10 hours per day. During the private charter car period, the vehicle cannot be temporarily suspended or the service restart time cannot be delayed.
If a customer ends their trip early within the private charter car period, no refund will be given, and the trip cannot be carried over to the next day.
If your departure or arrival point is outside of Tokyo city limits, the empty driving time will be deducted or an additional fare may apply, depending on the actual situation. Please provide the correct pick-up and drop-off address when placing your order so that customer service can confirm.
Departure time cannot be adjusted on the day of the trip (for example, if you booked a departure time of 10:00 the day before, but the car is delayed by 1 hour due to customer reasons, the private charter car time will still be counted from 10:00).
Private charter car services do not include guided tours within attractions; the driver will wait for you outside the attractions. If you require a guided tour, please specify this in the order notes for customer service confirmation. Service fees and attraction entrance/parking fees will be charged separately. Thank you for your understanding.
In case of traffic congestion, the driver will adjust the route or sequence of the trip according to the actual situation and may suggest a return time to ensure a smooth journey. If the service exceeds the allotted time, an overtime fee will be charged based on the vehicle type. Thank you for your understanding.
If you wish to customize your itinerary, please fill in your itinerary when placing your order for customer service confirmation.
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