Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Hiro
September, 2024
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
- 10:10 Meet at the hotel. Take the hotel shuttle car to Sounzan. Take the ropeway to Owakudani. Enjoy the black eggs. Take the ropeway to Togendai. 11:25 Take the pirate ship to Hakonemachi Port.
- Maruyama Bussan, Hakone Checkpoint. After strolling around the shops, via Onshi Park and the old cedar avenue, to Motohakone Port. After viewing a distant view of the Hakone Shrine red torii gate from the shore of Lake Ashi, the guests
- took a taxi from Hakonemachi Port back to the Hyatt. 15:15 Dismissed.
What Is a Private Day Tour of Hakone Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
Although some of the guests seemed a little tired, perhaps from the long journey, the group set off in good spirits. They also tried the famous black eggs. The group thoroughly enjoyed the natural beauty of Hakone, which is completely different from where they come from in North America. A cruise on Lake Ashi was especially high on their wish list. They also enjoyed the historically rich side of Hakone, including a marquetry secret box from a local shop, the Hakone Checkpoint site, Onshi Park, and the old cedar avenue.
At a shop near the checkpoint, they were allowed to draw and hold a replica sword, experiencing the atmosphere of a samurai. At the marquetry shop, the group took a photo together with the shop owner, which I believe made for a wonderful memory. I introduced the correct stroke order for writing kanji, and one of the guests wrote kanji quite well. Prioritizing the safety and comfort of the guests, they avoided the crowded bus from Motohakone and returned by taxi.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Free Pass | Odawara Station～Odawara Station | 5,000JPY |
| Total | 5,000JPY | ||
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
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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
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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
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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