15 Best Lake Ashi Day Trips from Tokyo

Lake Ashi is the halfway point on most Hakone loops from Tokyo, and the boat across it is a welcome sit-down between the bus and the ropeway. Come in late autumn or winter if Fuji is the goal; summer haze hides it most afternoons.

1.Mount Fuji & Hakone – Lake Ashi Torii Gate, Hakone Shrine, Hakone Pirate Ship, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka & Oshino Hakkai Day Trip: Sea, Land, and Air Panoramic Tour from Tokyo

Compare this 11-hour Tokyo day trip’s Fuji views, Hakone boat and ropeway rides, flexible stops, extra costs, and practical trade-offs.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“As I am traveling alone, I decided to just book a tour in order to get around easier. It was way better than I expected, the pirate ship and nature were amazing. One of the better decisions I made, bacuse I also started talking with…”

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3.Mt. Fuji & Hakone | Lake Ashi Floating Torii Gate, Lake Yamanaka, & Owakudani “Land, Sea, and Air” Exploration Tour (Complimentary Hakone Ropeway) | Departing from Tokyo/Shinjuku

Compare this Mount Fuji and Hakone day tour: ropeway, Lake Ashi, Owakudani, swans, clear springs, costs, timing, and practical tips.

★ 4.8

“all the best for James...thanks for the wonderful trip in hakone and mount Fuji ..”

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5.(Includes Owakudani Ropeway Ticket) Mount Fuji & Hakone Panoramic Photo Spot Day Tour: Owakudani, Lake Ashi Pirate Ship, Lake Yamanaka, Oshino Hakkai (Departing from Tokyo)

See Hakone’s lake and volcano, then visit Fuji-area lakes and spring ponds on a guided Tokyo day tour with ropeway ticket included.

★ 4.9

“Ohashi san was really very patient n helpful. its not my 1st time following day tour in Tokyo but its my 1st time with such nice explaination of the sights. He takes pride in his job!!!”

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6.Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

Explore Japan’s iconic sights on a full-day guided tour from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, and Lake Ashi, blending natural beauty and cultural gems for just $50.

★ 4.5

“Wonderful Mt. Fuji tour, largely thanks to Naomi (guide) and Sakamoto (driver) . She was incredibly sympathetic and approachable, always going around to check if we had questions or needed anything. She made the experience even more enjoyable with her funny, cute jokes and by…”

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7.Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura, and Enoshima Day Trip: Lake Ashi Pirate Ship Cruise & Mt. Fuji and Owakudani Views by Ropeway & Enoshima Scenic Views and Gourmet Food (Departure from Tokyo/Shinjuku)

Compare Hakone’s pirate ship, volcanic ropeway and Enoshima in one Tokyo day trip, with practical advice on weather, ticket options and timing.

★ 4.8

“The itinerary was well-planned, and there was ample time at each attraction. The tour guide was very attentive and responsible; even switching between Chinese and English explanations didn't faze her.”

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8.Mount Fuji & Hakone Day Tour | Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi Water Torii Gate, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka, Oshino Hakkai (Departure from Tokyo)

See Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka and Oshino Hakkai on a packed day trip from Tokyo.

★ 4.9

“Had a very enjoyable and fulfilling tour! Our tour guide Mandy was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we had sufficient time to enjoy each stop 👍🏻 will definitely recommend to my family and friends!”

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9.(Includes Hakone Ropeway Ticket) Mount Fuji & Hakone Instagrammable Day Tour: Owakudani, Lake Ashi Pirate Ship, Lake Yamanaka Swan Feeding, Oshino Hakkai (Departing from Tokyo)

Spend a day from Tokyo at Hakone Shrine, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka and Oshino Hakkai, with a ropeway ticket included and a guide along the way.

★ 4.6

“We had fun with Mandy and she is friendly and full of energy. It was worth it!”

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10.Mount Fuji Hakone with Cable Car | Owakudani & Hakone Shrine & Lawson Convenience Store & Hikawa Clock Shop & Asama Park Day Trip (Departing from Tokyo)

Visit Owakudani, Hakone Shrine, and Fuji photo spots on a 10.5-hour Tokyo day trip, with a ropeway ride and guide included.

★ 4.9

“Kind, friendly, clear in explanations, and attentive to the needs of different group members; very nice.”

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12.Tokyo Day Tour in Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi Cruise and Owakudani Cable

Nestled in the heart of Japan's breathtaking landscapes, this day tour offers a seamless journey through Mount Fuji, Lake Ashi, and Owakudani Cable, promising an unforgettable experience.

★ 4.5

“by Jennifer_N -"Our tour guide, Kousei, was awesome, and the experience was truly amazing—everything promised in the Viator outline. We were very lucky that Mt. Fuji was clear and not cloudy, which made the trip even more special. One tip: be sure to bring yen,…”

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4.7Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura Day Trip | Hakone Pirate Ship, Aerial Tramway & Lake Ashi & Owakudani & Kamakura Enoshima Day Trip | Departure from Tokyo$49.29 4.9Mount Fuji & Hakone Day Trip: Arakurayama Sengen Park + Oshino Hakkai + Hakone Owakudani + Aerial Cable Car + Lake Ashi Pirate Ship (Departing from Tokyo)10 hours$49.25 4.7Mt. Fuji 5th Station & Hakone Owakudani & Ropeway + Pirate Ship Dual Experience (Upgrade to Bullet Train Round Trip Day Tour Available | Departing from Tokyo)10.5 hours$49.29 4.5Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura, Enoshima Day Trip: Lake Ashi, Owakudani Classic Route (Departing from Tokyo)$49.35 4.7From Tokyo to Mt.Fuji Hakone: Ropeway,Lake Ashi and Volcano10 hours$50 4.4Fireworks Special | Includes Hotel Pickup: Atami Fireworks Festival + Izu Omuroyama or Hakone Lake Ashi Day Trip | Departure from Tokyo$79 4.8Hakone Ashinoko Lake Water Torii & Hakone Pirate Ship & Hakone Ropeway & Kamakura Enoshima Day Trip (From Tokyo)$49.35 5.0Hakone Private One Day Tour From Tokyo: Mt Fuji, Lake Ashi, Hakone National Park$238.45 5.0Optional Fireworks Cruise: Tokyo Atami Sea Fireworks Festival One-Day Tour: Kamakura Enoshima / Hakone Lake Ashi Classic Routes Optional (Departing from Tokyo / Chinese and English Services)$52.99 4.9Limited Fireworks Departing from Tokyo: Atami Fireworks Festival & Hakone Shrine One-Day Tour$55.50 5.0Departing from Tokyo: Mount Fuji Hakone Day Trip – Owakudani Ropeway, Hakone Shrine, Nichikawa Clock Shop, Arakurayama Sengen Park$49.20 5.0Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani & Lake Ashi Tour9 hours$59 5.0From Tokyo Custom Mt.Fuji Tour With the Private Van10 hours$60 4.0Tokyo Mt. Fuji Hakone Shrine, Owakudani, Lake Yamanakai Day Tour$76.96 5.0Tokyo Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise & Atami Fireworks Tour$56.75 5.0Atami Fireworks Beach Day Trip: Hakone Shrine/Day Trip Hot Spring & Atami Sun Beach (Departing from Tokyo/Shinjuku)$55.50 From Tokyo Mt. Fuji, Hakone, Owakudani and Lake Ashi Bus Tour$66.07