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 (Accommodation) Hyatt Hakone
- 9:15 Sengokuhara ー
- 9:45 Hakone-en・Komagatake ー
- 11:30 Hakone Shrine ー Hakonemachi (Lunch)
- 13:00 Pirate Ship Cruise ー
- 14:00 Togendai ー
- 15:00 Owakudani ー
- 16:00 Gora Station (Hotel Limousine Pickup)
Tour Itinerary in Detail
From there the group visited Accommodation) Hyatt Hakone at 9:00, Sengokuhara ー at 9:15, Hakone-en・Komagatake ー at 9:45, Hakone Shrine ー Hakonemachi (Lunch) at 11:30, Pirate Ship Cruise ー at 13:00, Togendai ー at 14:00, Owakudani ー at 15:00 and Gora Station (Hotel Limousine Pickup) at 16:00.
Public transport for the day came to 6,000JPY per person.
What Is a 6-Hour Private Hakone Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
Blessed with fine weather, the group enjoyed a very satisfying six hours. I had confirmed the desired destinations and the itinerary in advance by email, and we visited the places largely as planned. The guests fully enjoyed Hakone, including the autumn scenery of the Sengokuhara pampas grass fields, the views from the Komagatake Ropeway, the depth of the forest at Hakone Shrine, the views of Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, and Kuzuryu Shrine from the pirate ship, and the black eggs of Owakudani. The only disappointment was that clouds and mist prevented us from seeing Mount Fuji in its entirety, but that, too, became part of a good memory. The guests expressed their gratitude, which was a delight to me.
A notable stop on the tour was Owakudani. Owakudani is a volcanic valley in Hakone created by an eruption of Mount Hakone thousands of years ago, and it is still active today with billowing sulfurous steam and bubbling hot springs. It is especially famous for its black eggs, which are hard-boiled in the naturally hot, mineral-rich waters, turning their shells black. According to local tradition, eating one of these black eggs is said to add several years to one's life. Visitors can reach the area by the Hakone Ropeway, which also offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and, on clear days, Mount Fuji in the distance.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Odakyu Odawara Station～Odakyu Odawara Station | 6,000JPY |
| Total | 6,000JPY | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does this itinerary cover?
This tour visited Accommodation) Hyatt Hakone, Sengokuhara ー, Hakone-en・Komagatake ー, Hakone Shrine ー Hakonemachi (Lunch), Pirate Ship Cruise ー, Togendai ー, Owakudani ー and Gora Station (Hotel Limousine Pickup).
How much did transport cost on this tour?
Public transport came to 6,000JPY per person across 1 sections. Transport fares are paid by the guests and are not included in the guiding fee.
Is the guide licensed, and what language is the tour in?
Kenji is a government-licensed national guide-interpreter of Japan and guided this tour in English. Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.) works with more than 1,000 licensed guides across all 47 prefectures. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Can the itinerary be changed for my own trip?
Yes. This report describes one private tour as it actually ran. Every Kanagawa itinerary is built around the guests, so the places, the pace and the starting point can all be changed before the tour.
I am Mr. Hotta Kenji from Yokohama. I am pleased to introduce myself as a Government Licensed Guide registered in Kanagawa Prefecture, having an ample exeperience as a English speaking guide in Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura, and Hakone areas for last 4 years. I would be happy to introduce Japanese culture, social activities and history, etc. I have had a rich business experience for over 40 years visiting more than 40 countries in Asia, Middle East, USA, Europe and others in the field of business development, international taxation, invester relations, corporate management, etc. I enjoy playing Japanese classical musical instrument (Shakuhachi or bamboo flute) and performing martial art (Aikido) .
I will be happy to share happy moments with our important guests in Japan.
Mar 27, 2026
TinaS196
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Best way to see Tokyo- Kenji
Our tour with Kenji exceeded our…
Mar 27, 2026
TinaS196
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Best way to see Tokyo- Kenji
Our tour with Kenji exceeded our expectations, and we are very thankful that we chose him as our tour guide for our first trip to Japan. His communication and insights were excellent. He took the time to give us in-depth explanations on everything we saw. We experienced and navigated many destinations that we would not have been able to achieve by ourselves, and we obtained a much deeper perspective of Tokyo and the Japanese culture. He was very efficient with our limited time, and efficiently planned our excursions that allowed us to experience a lot.