Private Tour

Mt Fuji Area Private Guided Tours in English-Nature up close, quiet, personal

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Mt.Fuji area and Fujikawaguchiko Private Guided Tours by Native English speaker and long time local resident. Best Mt. Fuji views. See Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Saiko. Walk in Aokigahara Jukai Forest lava rock forest with fantastic moss covered trees. Visit Asama Shrine,Mother's White Waterfall, Dragon Cave, local villages. 5-6 hour tours by private van and walking. Relaxed,unhurried,comfortable. Nature up close,quiet,and personal.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Pick-up from Kawaguchiko station or Fujikawaguchiko area hotels

Native English speaking guide/driver.

Food and drinks

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Mount Fuji

We will drive around Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Saiko stopping to see Mt.Fuji at choice viewing points. Starting at Asama Shrine,the giant cedar trees there are over 1200 years old. This classic forest shrine is the oldest in the area and a Mt.Fuji World Cultural Heritage Site. An amazingly beautiful waterfall-Haha no shirataki, Mothers White Falls is near with unparalleled views of Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko. Next we visit Oishi Flower Park on the way to Lake Saiko,center of the Five Lakes around Mt.Fuji. Then we visit Aokigahara Jukai Forest-the Sea of Trees at Yacho no Mori Koen the Wild Birds Forest Park. Here we walk in a spectacular lava rock forest created by volcanic eruption in 864 AD. Covering 30 square kilometers of a most amazing area. Next visit The Dragon Cave-Ryugu Doketsu,a National Monument. Depending on time and weather,more stops and walks are possible such as the Climax Forest on Mt.Fuji at 1200 meters. Lastly,sunset time at Lake Shoji or Lakes Saiko & Kawaguchiko.

Admission Not Applicable

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Mt Fuji Area Private Guided Tours in English-Nature up close,quiet,and personal

Duration: 6 hours
Start in Fujikawaguchiko
Toyota Van
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

284 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

284

Breathtaking views of a beautiful area with a knowledgeable local guide.
ChrisBH1970,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful day with Chris who was a fantastic guide. We were treated to some incredibly quiet spots off the beaten track (including an ancient shrine, waterfall, lakes and magical forests!). At times we couldn’t believe how we managed to see such great views of Mt Fuji with so few other people around (the value of having a local resident knowing the area so well). Chris was very accommodating and enabled us to adapt the trip according to our pace. His knowledge of the area is as impressive as his genuine love of the area which was clearly obvious to us. We very much enjoyed our trip with an engaging, informative and all round great bloke!
Fantastic Half Day with local expert
PJM2005,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent half day with Yumi around Mt Fuji area. Panoramic mountain views, waterfalls, lakes, shrines and beautiful autumn colours. A fantastic way to see the local area along with in depth knowledge and information. One member had limited mobility and the activities were adapted accordingly and no pressure placed us to speed along. Amazed at Yumi's ability to always produce the required item from her bag/boot of vehicle - torch, tissues, boots, socks, hat, warmer coat, seats, table, blankets and hot delicious tea. Loved our time with her and would highly recommend.
Highly recommended
Felfel52,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We spent 2 days with Chris in May 2025 with him bringing us around to places only a local would know (and even near his own home!) and we left with a better understanding of the area. He is very knowledgeable having lived in Japan for many years and he made us feel very at ease - it was almost like a friend bringing you around town. We appreciated him providing hiking boots, socks, warm blankets, beanie etc for our walks and we were well taken care of. Our best memory would probably be this - having our tea break right on the shores of the small lake with view of Mt Fuji, us skipping stones with Mt Fuji right at the horizon. It was more than wonderful. Thank you very much Chris!
Favorite tour!
lisahV7589AG,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We immensely enjoyed our day with Chris! The day matched the description perfectly. It was quiet, up close and personal with some incredibly beautiful spots. No crowds, no noise. Just peaceful walks to breathtaking spots. Our favorite day of a 2 week trip.
Excellent day in the forests of Mt Fuji
Clive S,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fabulous day with our guide Chris. He had so much knowledge of the area and showed us lots of places others don’t see. It was a real highlight of our time in Japan. Cheers Chris
Still Amazing
zacharyl693,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was my second time with Chris and every bit as wonderful as the first time. We visited some old favorites and some new ones as well. As always, Chris is the expert and never disappoints. Touring around Fuji with him has been one of the highlights of both my trips to Japan thus far.
What a beautiful day in Hakone National Park with Chris from Hidden Japan
Onkelz00,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Where to start... Chris picked us up on time and warmly at the hotel and received us and already we started on a very nice, entertaining, informative tour through the national park on Mount Fuji. You can tell Chris that he loves this area with its nature and culture very much. In between there were always stops to drink coffeesomething to eat and look at: Shinto Shrine, waterfall, special corners with great views, cave, Lake of Trees... We enjoyed the day with him very much and good end he still helped us a lot with the departure, which the hotel could not or would not organize. Thank you.
A fabulous finale…
Sarah M,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an excellent time with Chris. Fuji san wasn’t cooperating, but we found many other wonderful things to see and do. Coming at the end of a two week trip for us, Chris’s knowledge deepened our understanding and observations of this complex and beautiful country. We would recommend him without hesitation.
Fantastic tour!!!
Randy L,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Chris did a phenomenal job on our guided tour. He gave us a very thorough and informative guide explaining the history of the area. It was a trip to remember! We highly recommend him!
Once in a lifetime experience
Kayla H,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I chose this tour because of the great reviews and the ability to tailor the tour to my tastes. It ended up being a great choice! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and his passion for nature and calm presence reminded me a bit of Bob Ross. He took me to some good local eateries as well as a great view of Mount Fuji (We got lucky-pay attention to weather and time of year) and beautiful waterfalls and forests. It was difficult finding a tour including the Aokigahara Forest so this was a great find.