15 Best Owakudani Day Trips from Tokyo

Most Tokyo day trips reach Owakudani on the Hakone Ropeway, which swings right over the fuming valley with Fuji off to one side if the weather plays along. Volcanic gas levels sometimes close the area at short notice, so check the day before.

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

“Tour guide Kim Myung-chul is super, unbelievably amazing. I accidentally lost my passport during the trip, and he helped me the entire way without a single complaint. If I could request a specific guide, I would definitely choose him again. Since this isn't my first…”

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2.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

“life time experience, must visit.. Luna is the perfect guide n very soft spoken”

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4.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

“This tour was very rich in content and visited many locations, with a great experience at each stop (I especially loved the boat ride and the cable car). Our tour guide, Zhan Jie, was also very attentive, providing detailed introductions and always looking out for…”

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5.Mount Fuji Hakone Day Trip: Owakudani & Lake Ashi Pirate Ship & Lake Yamanaka & Oshino Hakkai & Ropeway Experience Tour (From Tokyo)

Compare Fuji, Hakone, Lake Ashi, Owakudani and Oshino Hakkai in one long day from Tokyo, with a guide and ropeway ticket included.

★ 4.8

“Tour guide Chen Hao is professional and attentive. The itinerary is arranged just right, allowing us to experience the beautiful scenery without missing out on rest 😊 Highly recommended!”

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6.(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

“This was a wonderful day and experience. We were fortunate to have clear views of Mt. Fuji and a good level of activity for the day. Will was a fantastic tour guide and very informative - could not have asked for a better guide. would…”

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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

“Excellent, highly recommended. It was a fantastic trip.”

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9.Mount Fuji and Hakone Day Trip with Cable Car Experience – Lake Yamanaka Swan Boat & Oshino Hakkai Views & Torii Reflection & Owakudani Volcanic Wonder (From Tokyo)

See Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, Owakudani, Lake Yamanaka and Oshino Hakkai in one long day from Tokyo, with a guide, ropeway and optional pirate ship.

★ 4.9

“An Amazing Mt. Fuji and Hakone Tour! We had a wonderful time on our Mt. Fuji and Hakone tour! Our tour guide, Sakuragi, did an excellent job along with his team. He was very knowledgeable and well-versed in history and geography, making the trip both…”

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10.(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

“It's a fun trip. Every corner's gonna be better than everyone else.”

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11.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

“Our tour guide was excellent! She provided very detailed explanations of the attractions and was incredibly friendly. Highly recommended!”

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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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13.Hakone & Mount Fuji Area Day Trip: Owakudani Ropeway & Hakone Shrine & Nichikawa Clock Shop & Arakurayama Sengen Park, Departing from Tokyo

See Hakone’s volcanic vents, Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji photo stops on a full-day trip from Tokyo, with transport and the Owakudani ropeway included.

★ 5.0

“I had an amazing trip on Mount Fuji my tour guide Serina was amazing even though it was raining she made the experience 10 times better & allowed us to take pictures with our family as well educate us about the mountain. Book with Serina…”

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14.Mount Fuji, Hakone, Kamakura Day Trip | Hakone Pirate Ship, Aerial Tramway & Lake Ashi & Owakudani & Kamakura Enoshima Day Trip | Departure from Tokyo

Pair Hakone’s Lake Ashi, ropeway and volcanic Owakudani with Enoshima on a long, scenic day trip from Tokyo.

★ 4.7

“This itinerary perfectly covers the attractions I wanted to visit and includes transportation tickets, offering great value. It's a bit of a shame that the morning schedule felt a little rushed.”

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15.Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone & Enoshima Tour, Owakudani Ropeway

Experience Japan’s natural beauty with this full-day tour featuring Mount Fuji views, Lake Ashi pirate cruise, Owakudani geothermal valley, and scenic Enoshima island.

★ 4.9

“We took the tour with Belle and she was very sweet and explained well the history and instructions during the day. The tour was beyond expectations and Belle even did a short film of the day with our pictures that she took during the day!…”

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