Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day — Guide Hiro
November, 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
- 8:15 Hotel meet Gora Station Cable car Sounzan Ropeway Owakudani Ropeway (suspended immediately after) Togendai 10:30 (special) Pirate ship (next ship onwards suspended) disembark at Hakonemachi Port Maruyama Bussan Hakone Checkpoint ruins Hotel Luggage pickup To Gora Station 15:20 Disband Customers travel on their own to Shinjuku via Hakone-Yumoto

What Is a Private Day Tour of Hakone Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Owakudani, Lake Ashi, and Mount Fuji
[Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private day tour of Hakone for the guests, which served as the finale of their trip around Japan. To celebrate a special occasion, I made a congratulatory board, took photos, and gave the board to them. Because there was a risk that operations would be suspended due to strong winds, we hurried to Owakudani first. A magnificent view of Mount Fuji welcomed us, which was deeply moving. Right after that, the ropeway suspended operations due to the strong winds. We rushed to the sightseeing boat on Lake Ashi, and managed to board the special 10:30 service, but operations were suspended afterward. We were able to catch it just in the nick of time. The guests were aware of this and were delighted, saying how lucky we had been. They also enjoyed traditional marquetry woodwork and bought souvenirs. Including relaxing in the hot spring at the Hotel and enjoying a delicious beef bowl at a rice-bowl restaurant, they made wonderful memories by coming to Hakone as the conclusion of their trip. They truly enjoyed it.
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Transportation cost per person
| No. | Transportation | Route | Fare |
| Section 1 | Train | 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
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
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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
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
