15 Best Lake Kawaguchiko Day Trips from Tokyo

Nearly every Fuji day trip is based around Kawaguchiko, and a coach from Shinjuku gets you there in about two hours when traffic behaves. Weekdays are calmer, and Sunday evenings on the Chuo Expressway back into Tokyo are slow going.

1.Mt. Fuji Instagram-Worthy Spots Day Tour: Ladder Town, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi, Lawson Convenience Store (Departing from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station)

Visit Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai and Lake Kawaguchi on a photo-focused Mount Fuji day tour from Tokyo, with transport and a guide included.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“William was polite, respectful and great help! We had an amazing driver 👌🏽”

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2.Mount Fuji Magnificent Scenery Exploration Day Tour: Arakurayama Sengen Park & Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Oshino Hakkai & INS Famous Lawson & Hikawa Clock Shop (Departing from Tokyo)

See Fuji from lakes, shrines, spring pools, and Fujiyoshida on a full-day Tokyo tour with round-trip transport and a guide.

★ 4.9

“We saw the beautiful view of Mount Fuji, Mr. Ma was very enthusiastic, and the trip was wonderful.”

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4.Mount Fuji Day Trip: Hakone Owakudani, Arakurayama Sengen Park, Kawaguchiko Oishi Park, Lake Yamanaka, Lawson Convenience Store (Multiple routes available, departing from Tokyo)

Compare three Mount Fuji day trips from Tokyo, from Hakone’s volcanic valley to Kawaguchiko’s lakes, with practical advice on timing and value.

★ 4.8

“our guide luna was great, it was 3 days holidays in Japan so traffice was pathetic.... we had to drop our 1st stop and 1 more stop of 7/11 ... however clear weather made the mount fuji view throughout the day crisp and clear. if…”

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5.Mount Fuji Day Trip: Includes Kawaguchiko Tenjozan Park Ropeway Ticket & Arakurayama Sengen Park & Nichikawa Clock Shop & Lawson Convenience Store & Oishi Park (Departing from Tokyo)

Compare Fuji viewpoints, lakeside parks and photo stops on a 10.5-hour Tokyo day trip, with ropeway fare and round-trip transport included.

★ 4.8

“we had a great day! we got so lucky and was able to see Fuji all day from each place we went. Yuri was an amazing tour guide!”

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6.Mount Fuji Six Scenic Spots One-Day Tour: Arakurayama Sengen Park, Hikawa Clock Shop, Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchiko, Lawson Convenience Store, Lake Yamanakako Swan Feeding (Departing from Tokyo/Shinjuku)

Visit six Mount Fuji photo stops from Tokyo by bus, including Oshino Hakkai, Lake Kawaguchi and Arakurayama Sengen Park. See what to expect.

★ 4.9

“Virginia was the best tour guide! She gave us interesting information about the spots they were taking us and made our trip very easy.”

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9.Six Must-Visit Photo Spots for Mount Fuji + Flower Viewing: Lake Yamanaka for Mount Fuji Reflection & Hikawa Clock Shop & Lawson Convenience Store & Arakurayama Sengen Park & Lake Kawaguchiko | Departing from Tokyo

Visit six Mount Fuji photo stops from Tokyo, from Lake Yamanaka to Oshino Hakkai, with round-trip transport and an English- or Chinese-speaking guide.

★ 4.9

“The attractions we visited were quite popular and very beautiful, but unfortunately we didn't get to see a full view of Mount Fuji. Try to avoid planning anything for the return trip, as the traffic on the way back is very heavy. The tour guide…”

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10.Mount Fuji Scenic Spots Exploration Day Tour: Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba & Arakurayama Sengen Park & Lake Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Oshino Hakkai (Departing from Tokyo)

Compare Fuji views, thatched-roof village life, spring ponds and lake gardens on a practical Tokyo day tour, with guide, transport and lunch tips.

★ 4.8

“My tour guide was Jacky. He was a great tour guide who kept all of us well entertained throughout the day. He also took really great pictures for us. 10/10.”

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11.Mount Fuji’s Six Major Instagrammable Photo Spots One-Day Tour: Lake Yamanaka Upside-Down Fuji & Arakurayama Sengen Park & Nichikawa Clock Shop & Oishi Park (Departing from Tokyo)

Visit six Mount Fuji photo stops from Tokyo, from swans at Lake Yamanaka to Oshino Hakkai, with round-trip transport and a bilingual guide.

★ 4.9

“Luna was the best host and very kind. She looked after us all on the trip and showed us the best places to see Mount Fuji. This experience was unforgettable, thank you!”

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12.Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Arakurayama Sengen Park, Oishi Park, Oshino Hakkai

See Fuji from five classic viewpoints on a 10.5-hour Tokyo coach trip, with an English or Chinese guide, optional lunch, and seasonal stops.

★ 4.5

“We had a great trip, but there were a few comments: regarding the pickup location we chose, after booking, we were told the time had changed, which later turned out not to be true. Also, the microphone on the bus was of poor quality, making…”

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14.Mount Fuji Sightseeing Cable Car Experience & Photo Spot Day Tour with Lunch Option: Lawson Convenience Store & Kawaguchiko Matcha Experience & Kawaguchiko Panoramic Ropeway & Oshino Hakkai (Departing from Tokyo)

Compare Fuji views from a ropeway, lake, park and spring village on this Tokyo day tour, with a matcha session, lunch options and practical planning tips.

★ 4.8

“Thanks to our tour guide, Laner, for the enthusiastic and fluent bilingual explanations throughout the trip. Although I wished we could have spent a bit more time at some of the spots, it was, after all, just a one-day tour. It was great to get…”

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15.Panoramic Mt. Fuji Featured Experience Day Tour [Free Little Train Ticket] Little Train Experience + Kawaguchiko Ropeway/Cruise + Ladder Town + Nikawa Clock Shop + Internet Famous Convenience Store + Yamanakako Swan Feeding (Departing from Tokyo)

See Mount Fuji from a pagoda, lakes, a mini train and a ropeway on this full-day trip from Tokyo. Get practical tips on timing, traffic and value.

★ 4.9

“Five-star review for tour guide Mandy! We are so grateful for her professionalism and care! We happened to travel during a holiday long weekend, so heavy traffic and some delays in the itinerary were inevitable, but Mandy demonstrated exceptional professionalism and adaptability. Throughout the traffic…”

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4.8Departing from Tokyo: Mount Fuji Scenic Day Tour | 5th Station, Kawaguchiko Matcha, Oshino Hakkai, Arakurayama Sengen Park10.5 hours$49.29 4.5Tokyo: Mt.Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko 1-Day Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch$77.96 4.9Departing from Tokyo: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko$49.25 4.3From Tokyo: Mt Fuji, Arakurayama and Kawaguchi Lake Day Trip10 hours$55 4.4Mt. Fuji | Kawaguchiko Seasonal Limited-Time Views of Mt. Fuji & Lake Yamanaka Onsen/Cruise Day Trip | Departs from Tokyo/Shinjuku9.5 hours$49.29 4.8Instagram-worthy Mt. Fuji Spots & Kawaguchiko’s Four Seasons Flower Tour (with Japanese Rice Cake Gift) | Departure from Tokyo/Shinjuku10 hours$49.29 4.9Mount Fuji Internet Celebrity Twin Lakes Check-in] Lake Kawaguchiko & Lake Yamanakako & Oshino Hakkai & Arakurayama Sengen Park & Hinokawashi Clock Shop & Lawson Convenience Store One-Day Tour (Departing from Tokyo)10.5 hours$49.29 4.8Mount Fuji Classic Route: Lake Kawaguchiko & Lawson Convenience Store & Arakurayama Sengen Park Day Trip (Departing from Tokyo | Optional Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off)$49.35 4.5Tokyo: Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Kawaguchiko Tour w/ Boat Ride11 - 12 hours$54 4.9Tokyo Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Private Full-Day Tour$404.49 4.9Mount Fuji Popular Photo Spot Day Trip: Arakurayama Sengen Park & Lake Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Oshino Hakkai & Lawson & Hikawa Clock Shop (Departing from Tokyo)10 hours$50.49 4.6Panoramic Mt. Fuji Tour – Kachikachi Ropeway, Matcha Experience, Oshino Hakkai and Oishi Park Day Trip (Departure from Tokyo/Shinjuku)9.5 hours$49.29 4.8(Kawaguchiko Ropeway ticket included) Mount Fuji Kawaguchiko Internet-famous Check-in Day Tour: Kawaguchiko Tenjo-Yama Park, Internet-famous Lawson Convenience Store, Arakurayama Sengen Park, Oshino Hakkai (Departing from Tokyo / Chinese and English servi9 hours$49.55 4.6Mt.Fuji 6 Must-See Spots: Oshino& Lake Kawaguchi From Tokyo10 hours$53 4.8From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Day Trip – Pagoda, Lake & Village10 hours$50 4.9Mount Fuji Kawaguchiko Panoramic View & Tenjo-yama Park with Free Cable Car Ticket & Arakurayama Sengen Park & Hikawa Clock Shop & Lawson Convenience Store & Oishi Park One-Day Tour (Departing from Tokyo)10.5 hours$49.29 4.9Mount Fuji Six Scenic Spots Instagrammable One-Day Tour (Optional Bus/Exquisite Small Group): Arakurayama Sengen Park-Hikawa Clock Shop-Lake Kawaguchiko-Oshino Hakkai-Lake Yamanakako (Departing from Tokyo)11 hours$49.25 4.7Mount Fuji Healing Tour | Lunch Optional: Arakurayama Sengen Park Pagoda & Oshino Hakkai & Lake Kawaguchiko Oishi Park & Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba Day Trip (From Tokyo)10.5 hours$49.29 4.7Full-Day Tour of Tokyo, Mount Fuji, and Lake Kawaguchi10.5 hours$49.25 4.9Tokyo Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko One-Day Tour (Driver-guide service)$55.29 4.8Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi Small Group Tour – 6 Spots10 hours$66 4.8Departing from Tokyo: Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko 5 Major Attractions Day Trip$49.29 4.7Tokyo Mount Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi Full-Day Private Tour$385.25 4.7Mount Fuji and Lake Sai One-Day Tour: Arakurayama Sengen Park, Oshino Hakkai, and Lake Kawaguchi Oishi Park (Departing from Tokyo, Limited Lunch Included)10 hours$49.29