Tokyo · HIKING & TREKKING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 hiking & trekking days worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Hike Mt. Takao with a private guide, visit Yakuo-in Temple, soak in an onsen, and return to Tokyo in time for dinner.
“Good service Assistance was efficient one cancellation of tour not expected , but replaced by very efficient guide his name is Bek, he was wonderful”
Hike Japan’s ancient Tokaido Highway from Hakone to Mishima, with a historic teahouse, cedar avenue, castle ruins, and Mt Fuji views.
“This hike was amazing and the guide, Tony, was excellent. We would definitely recommend if planning to visit the Hakone area. The hike itself was rigorous and challenging, which we quite enjoyed. Felt we were able to experience the tRead more”
Hike Hakone Hachiri from Hakone to Mishima with guide Aki, tracing Edo roads, Lake Ashi, cedar paths, castle ruins, and Mt Fuji views.
“Aki was knowledgeable, kind, and a wonderful host. He also took many photos of us as a family. The best!!”
Hike Hakone’s caldera rim, enjoy Fuji views, local lunch, and a healing onsen on this guided 7 to 8 hour mountain tour.
“This was a great day's hike. Good views and a very interesting and patient guide. I think it's best for active families or individuals and there is uneven terrain but it was delightful day. We are glad we did the hike even though it was foggy and we couldn't see Fuji.”
Hike Japan’s Old Tokaido through Hakone’s forests, Lake Ashi, cedar avenue, castle ruins, and a 400-year-old amazake teahouse.
“Aki was really lovely. It was a our first trip to Japan and we had lovely conversations about the similarities and differences between our cultures. After realising I was a nature lover he tailored the tour to focus on native trees. would definitely recommend!”
Hike Mt. Fuji’s sacred sites, lava cave, Aokigahara Forest, and Sankodai with guide Yuki, local food, transport, and matcha.
“We love the contact with nature and our tour guide was great, he was patient and even spent more time with us than the time alloted for the tour. He even bring us coffee, chocolate and snacks.”
Hike Hakone’s old Tokaido road through forest, Hatajuku, a 400-year-old teahouse, and Lake Ashi with a local mountain guide.
“With Aki as guide, my daughter and I enjoyed hiking this beautiful trail. Aki did a wonderful job giving us historical context of this trail, stopping at a village for some barley tea and traditional rice dessert for a quick rest and snack. We also stoppRead more”
Review of a private Mount Fuji trek from Tokyo, with guide, transport, snacks, and an optional summit push on a demanding 12 to 16-hour day.
“The one day hike up Mt Fuji is absolutely not for the faint of heart. I've done hikes that are twice the length, but the first kilometer of Fuji absolutely wrecked me. The climb will be at a constant incline of at times that felt like 60 degree angles. Read more”
Hike Mt. Takatori, visit a rock-carved Buddha, enjoy tea in the forest, then cruise Yokosuka’s naval harbor with guide Mayuko.
“This was a beautiful, peaceful day trip. I appreciated the small group (my son and myself). I have been on many of the regular tourist site trips but this was beauty I would have not seen if it were not for Mayu. She was very pleasant, her English was easy to understand, and she had a wealth of local informaion. The sites (trees) and sounds (birds) were beautiful. We even got to see some locals rock climbing. I'm not in the best shape and she was able to slow the pace when I needed, very much appreciated. The harbor trip was something I wanted to do the last time I…”
Review of Kamakura’s private 6-hour hike with a licensed guide, covering samurai history, temples, the Great Buddha, and custom walking routes.
“My tour with Shinji was absolutely perfect. He reached out to me before the tour and asked me what I was interested. I said getting an overview of Kamakura history (of which there is a vast amount) and getting a good hike. He totally deliverRead more”
Hike Kamakura’s Daibutsu Trail with a private local guide, visiting the Great Buddha, Zen temples, and Zeniarai Benten from $151.
“We had a wonderful day with Shingi our guide! He led us to the most beautiful shrines, the great Budda, provided great insights and developed for us an outstanding hike! He also had great tips, including doing a Matcha tea ceremony! Highly recommended day trip! Shingi was terrific!”
Hike Hakone’s Old Tokaido with guide Tony, from a centuries-old teahouse and cedar avenue to Lake Ashi, castle ruins, and Mount Fuji views.
“Two thumbs up! Tony was an enthusiastic guide with a treasure trove of knowledge about the history of the area! Took the effort to bring us to 500 year old tea house, and brought along equipment to prevent us from falling! Highly recommended! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻”
Hike Mt. Koma, view Mt. Fuji, visit Oiso’s port and historic villas with local guide Yuki on a private six-hour tour from Tokyo.
“Thank you Yuki for such an amazing day! I didn’t know about Oiso until today! It’s really a lovely place where people can enjoy both the beauty of mountain and sea! It was nice to meet and become friend with other visitor as well. I’d love to come back in Autumn or Spring for breathtaking cherry blossom and red leaves view✨”
Hike Mt. Ishiwari near Mount Fuji with guide Yuki, cross 400 stairs, see Lake Yamanakako, and finish with local Yoshida Udon.
“Yuki is an amazing tour guide and very sweet. We got lucky with a clear and Sunny day to view Mt Fuji. Highly recommend taking his trekking trip.”
Hike Mt. Takao with Samurai Guide Sho, visit Yakuo-in Temple, ride the lift, and relax at a tattoo-friendly onsen from Shinjuku.
“The train guidance from Shinjuku to Mt. Takao was very clear and smooth. Samurai Guide Sho made every transfer easy, so l never felt lost. During the hike, he adjusted the pace for everyone, which made the climb comfortable. The route felt well planned and stress-free. Returning to Shinjuku was also smooth and reassuring.”
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