Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur

Outty Ranking 56 3.0 · 2 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $820

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56/100

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Is Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur worth booking?

Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur is a 10-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $820 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
3/5 (2)
Duration
10 hours
From
$820 per person

With a touch of lake water, the faint green grass is fragrant. There is Mount Fuji! The place with the most Japanese elements. The wind blows, the flowing water gurgles, lingering. Green smoke curling up and white clouds

What you get

    About this experience

    With a touch of lake water, the faint green grass is fragrant. There is Mount Fuji! The place with the most Japanese elements. The wind blows, the flowing water gurgles, lingering. Green smoke curling up and white clouds rustling.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Free bottle of water
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Meals
    • Overtime fee
    • Cruise fee
    • Entrance fees
    • Entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Hakone-machi

      Take a cruise around Lake Ashi on a cruise ship modeled after a European sailing ship. Let you fully experience the beauty of Hakone's natural scenery on the lake. When the weather is clear, you can also see the magnificent landscape of Mount Fuji.

      60 minutes here

    2. Hakone Ropeway

      From Togendai on the shore of Lake Ashi to Owakudani, you will take a ropeway and enjoy a walking tour in the sky. During the approximately 20-minute journey, you can enjoy the changing scenery from the volcanic smoke rising from the beautiful mountain peak to the flame trail.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Owaku-dani Valley

      Located in Hakone City, on the southeast corner of Mount Fuji, it is a famous sightseeing spot in Fuji Hakone. Owakudani, a tourist attraction in Japan, is the remains of a crater formed by a volcanic eruption on the northern mountainside of Mount Kami at the end of the Hakone volcanic activity about 400,000 years ago. Also known as "Great Hell". Most of the spring water on the ground of Owakudani is poisonous. It was originally called Oojigoku, which was formed by the eruption of Mount Hakone 3,000 years ago. It was renamed Oojigoku when Emperor Meiji visited there in 1876.

      45 minutes here

    4. This hot spring is famous for having a variety of hot spring baths such as open-air baths, sandalwood baths, and barrel baths. You can fully enjoy the hot spring bath and relax while looking at the natural scenery of Hakone.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    zh-CN
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Carzenplus

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Gloria_J · September 2025

    Scam company.

    We never got to go! The company never reach out to us, they texted me 3 different times from 3 different numbers when they were late 2 hours, to say if I was ready! They asked me to not write this review, otherwise they won’t give me a refund. I think this company is a scam.

    Response from the operator: We are truly sorry that we failed to provide you with a good service. Regarding your order, we have confirmed that the driver’s mistake led to picking up the wrong person. As soon as we clarified the situation, we processed the full refund of your payment to you promptly. We are committed to improving our service experience to avoid such issues in the future. We are truly sorry again for the inconvenience you encountered.

    via Viator

    Marius_E · May 2023

    A great trip to Hakone

    We had a great experience to our Hakone trip. I like their itinerary since it takes us to the pirates ship cruise on ashi lake, Rodeway to owaku-dani Valley, with final stop of relaxed onsen. All of these spots are very unique to Hakone. Our driver is very helpful!

    Response from the operator: Thanks for your support.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)16
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)61
    Local standing (8% weight)29
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur cost?

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    Prices start at $820 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur take?

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    Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

    Is Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Lake Ashi Hakone Owakudani Kowakien with daily chauffeur start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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    Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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    Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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