The 7 Volcanic Hot Springs in Japan That Earn Their Price

1.From Tokyo: Private Tour to Fuji/Hakone – Onsen, Art, Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 10 hours · from $322Our pick

Spend 10 hours with a private guide exploring Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo. Expect scenic viewpoints, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, Tenzan Onsen, and optional art museums. Guides including Elie, Lenny, Evan, and Luca tailor the pace, explain local customs, and adjust plans when weather hides Fuji.

“Loved our personalized Hakone day trip! It was a unique itinerary and the onsen was PERFECT!”

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2.Mt. Fuji, Hakone Private Tour from Tokyo – Onsen, Arts and Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews

Travel from Tokyo to Hakone in a private vehicle with guides such as Elie, Lucas, Lenny, Evan, and Dominik. See Mt. Fuji viewpoints, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, a 400-year-old tea house, a Japanese onsen, and either the Open-Air Museum or Pola Museum.

“We were a bit unlucky as it was foggy and rainy, covering the view of Mt. Fuji. But the rest of the trip was very nice. Dominik our guide picked up and dropped us off at our hotel in Ginza. The drive was pleasant and the car was very nice and the seats were very comfy. He was very informative and accommodating. Very nice and memorable trip.”

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3.Tokyo: Mount Fuji 5th Station & Onsen Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 75 reviews · 1 day · from $50Best value

Ride from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai, and Konohananoyu Onsen. You’ll get big mountain views without hiking, time for Fuji spring-water mochi, and a two-hour bath break. Guides may include Lin Tian Anna, though multilingual guiding can vary.

“Very disappointing. Was not what was in the description. We did not have a guide - just a driver who spoke very little English and when he stopped at the first spot pointed at another company’s tour group and said follow! Next stop was hits, small lakes & shops. Again give time to return to van. Last stop was an high end shopping centre to get lunch. Did not meet any expectation of the day tour nor did it fit with the description of the tour.”

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4.From Fukuoka: Mount Aso, Kurokawa Onsen, and Shrine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 72 reviews · 10 hours · from $50

Travel from Fukuoka to Mount Aso, Kusasenri, Aso Shrine, and Kurokawa Onsen in a multilingual group tour. Guides such as Seki and Sun have helped bridge language gaps with clear explanations. The $50 price covers transport, guide, driver, and parking, while lunch, horse riding, museum entry, and the onsen cost extra.

“Very friendly guide who translated Japanese to English as I was the only European in the group. very much appreciated. I had a great day! Many thanks!”

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5.[Seasonal Limited] Mt. Fuji 5th Station &Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 1 day · from $50

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai, and Konohananoyu Onsen. You get mountain views, crystal-clear ponds, old-style houses, and a two-hour hot spring stop. Guides such as Anna, Ken, Coco, and Jacob have led past departures, though the guide changes by date.

“Bus was basic Middle stop was tourist trap- far too busy to enjoy We’d booked for Onsen (3rd element), but this seemed an afterthought, as all except us were on for shopping at Gotemba as 3rd element”

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6.Mt. Fuji 5th, Oshino Hakkai, Onsen Full-Day Trip From Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $56

Spend about 10 hours visiting Mount Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai, and either Gotemba Premium Outlets or Konohananoyu hot spring. Air-conditioned transport, a multilingual guide, and pickup from designated Tokyo areas are included. Guides such as Anna, Andrew, and Kristy have led recent departures.

“David was a very good guide. His English was very good. He explained everything in detail. If only the weather had cooperated, the excursion would have been perfect. We were unable to see the peak due to clouds.”

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7.Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $158

Join a nationally certified guide for an 8 to 9 km hike along Hakone’s outer caldera rim. Climb 500 meters, walk a scenic ridge, then finish with local lunch and an onsen. The small group, limited to six, starts at Hakone-Yumoto Station at 8:30 am.

“This was a great day's hike. Good views and a very interesting and patient guide. I think it's best for active families or individuals and there is uneven terrain but it was delightful day. We are glad we did the hike even though it was foggy and we couldn't see Fuji.”

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