This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan.
Tour Itinerary
- 9:00 Hotel meet 9:10 Daigatake By bus to Togendai 9:30 Pirate Ship 10:10 Arrive at Motohakone Port Lake Ashi shore Mt. Fuji 10:40 By bus to Hakone Checkpoint Maruyama Bussan present shopping 11:20 From the checkpoint by bus via Yunessun 12:00 The Hakone Open-Air Museum 13:21 From the museum by bus to the Hakone Glass Forest Museum 14:45 From the same museum by bus to Daigatake 15:05 Dismissal Guests walk to the hotel.
Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Hakone Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Lake Ashi and the Open-Air Museum
Because one of the guests was uncomfortable with heights and could not take the ropeway, the plan was changed on the spot to travel by sightseeing cruise from Togendai. This turned out to be a great decision, as Mount Fuji, which had not been visible at the start, gradually came into view along the way and could be seen perfectly at Motohakone Port. The guests were deeply moved. At Maruyama Bussan, they encountered a "karakuri box," a Japanese puzzle box, and were amazed by it and made a purchase. They had wished to visit the Hakone Glass Forest Museum, but since the weather was good, I also guided them to the Hakone Open-Air Museum. The guests had to eat light convenience store meals while standing, so I think it was quite a demanding schedule. They are returning to North America tomorrow, and they kindly told me that out of their entire trip, today was the best day.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Odawara Station～Odawara Station | 6,000JPY |
| Total | 6,000JPY | ||
I am Hiroki Morikawa :Hiro:, English guide living with my wife ,just a hop skip and jump from Hakone, Kamakura, Tokyo and the Mt. Fuji.
I am a friendly grandfather of 4 grandchildren.
I would love to help you enjoy Japan, using my 3 strong points.
First: I am used to dealing with any kind of matters. I have experienced various situations in the 40 years of my working life.
Second: I am good at making a friendly atmosphere between you and local people to help you enjoy Japan. I was raised in western Japan, studied in northern Japan and now live in central Japan. So I know various local cultures and dialects to communicate with a wide variety of people.
Third: I can explain things from a technical point of view.
For example, how the Great Buddha was constructed, because I am a master of engineering graduated from Hokkaido University.
Please enjoy Japan with me. See you soon!!
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Aug 24, 2026
Deb_K
Viator review: Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Well organised tour
Hiro is obviously an experienced guide.…
Aug 24, 2026
Deb_K
Viator review: Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Well organised tour
Hiro is obviously an experienced guide. He answered any question we asked. He was well organised in dealing with our preferences and was able to taylor our itinerary to our interests. Overall a very enjoyable day. Would definitely recommend.
Aug 6, 2026
Marcus_J
Viator review: Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide
Had an amazing day with…
Had an amazing day with Hiro.…
Aug 6, 2026
Marcus_J
Viator review: Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide
Had an amazing day with…
Had an amazing day with Hiro. He gave us very comprehensive tour of Hakone. Did great explanation of history and explained a lot about culture of Japan. Very comprehensive.
Jun 30, 2026
G2432BLtimothyc
Tripadvisor review: Hakone Full Day Tour with Guide and Vehicle
6 hour tour of Hakone
we had a great experience with…
Jun 30, 2026
G2432BLtimothyc
Tripadvisor review: Hakone Full Day Tour with Guide and Vehicle
6 hour tour of Hakone
we had a great experience with our guide, Hiro. Despite the weather not cooperating (rain),
Hiro was great about making adjustments so that we could see as much as Hakone as
possible.
Jun 25, 2026
T7734IPbrandons
Tripadvisor review: Hakone 6 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
First time in hakone
Niro was perfect for us. He was…
Jun 25, 2026
T7734IPbrandons
Tripadvisor review: Hakone 6 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
First time in hakone
Niro was perfect for us. He was flexible for our first time in Hakone and the kids enjoyed it