
Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking
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Is Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking worth booking?
Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking is a 10-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $81 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 561 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (561)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $81 per person
Take a guided tour to Mt. Fuji from Tokyo. Visit the ropeway for a panoramic view of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt. Fuji, and take a stroll through the ancient Oshino Hakkai. Daily departures. Minimum 1 person. Guaranteed depart
What you get
About this experience
Take a guided tour to Mt. Fuji from Tokyo. Visit the ropeway for a panoramic view of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt. Fuji, and take a stroll through the ancient Oshino Hakkai. Daily departures. Minimum 1 person. Guaranteed departure on the day of your choice. Stop by the Lawson Convenience Store for a breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji. Experience matcha-making and immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt.Fuji from the panoramic ropeway. Enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of Oshino Hakkai and its eight clear springs.
What's included
Included
- Small-group tour only provides a driver-guide.
- Bus Tour: Tour guide
- Driver service fee
- Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
- Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Accommodation expenses, meals, local self-funded projects and other personal consumption expenses
What you'll see and do
Ride the Lake Kawaguchi Panoramic Gondola. Take a trip to Lake Kawaguchi Kachikachi. Take the mountain cable car and enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way. The Observatory, located at an altitude of 1,075 metres, offers a panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. If the weather is good, you can even see the Southern Alps. On top of the mountain, there is a bell tower called "The Bell of Heaven". It is said that as long as you ring it, your wishes will come true. Inspired by the story of Osamu Dazai, the gondolas and observation decks of the cable car are decorated with tanuki and bunny dolls, and anyone is welcome to check in and take photos. The cable car at the top of Mt. Amagami and Mt. Kachikachi takes about 3 minutes to reach the observation deck at an altitude of 1,075 metres, where you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.. On clear days, you can also see the Southern Alps, such as Mount Akaashi and Mount Arakawa.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Lake Kawaguchiko
Kachikachi Mountain Cable Car at Lake Kawaguchi (approximately 90 minutes, cable car fee included) Lake Kawaguchi is located at an altitude of 830 meters, with an area of 5.7 square kilometers. The shoreline is winding and intricate, and there are numerous excellent viewpoints along the shore for gazing at Mount Fuji. Here, you can capture the stunning and magnificent reflection of Mount Fuji in the lake water. Kachikachi Mountain Cable Car at Lake Kawaguchi: Weekdays Operating Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (last descent at 4:20 PM) Extended Hours on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last descent at 5:20 PM) *Note: The cable car may be suspended due to strong winds, lightning, or other reasons. (This is a complimentary activity. If the cable car cannot be operated due to weather conditions, the itinerary will be changed to a visit to the Sengoku Warrior Boat by Lake Kawaguchi or the ticket fees will be refunded.)
90 minutes here
Lake Kawaguchi Konohana Museum
Lake Kawaguchi Matcha Experience (approximately 60 minutes) Due to traffic jams or other force majeure situations, the overall duration of the matcha experience may be shortened. Lake Kawaguchi is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and is the lake with the lowest elevation and the longest shoreline in the Fuji Five Lakes. The cherry blossoms in spring, tulips in summer, and autumn leaves transform the scenery throughout the seasons. You can freely stroll along the lakeshore and fully appreciate the views of Mount Fuji. Here, you can add a matcha experience, learn to make matcha with a local teacher, and enjoy a cup to truly experience Japanese culture. The ultimate state of the tea ceremony, "Ichi-go Ichi-e," is a term that has evolved from Japanese tea culture. In the tea ceremony, it means that the tea master will entertain each guest with the utmost sincerity, cherishing the rare opportunity to meet, as it may only happen once in a lifetime.
60 minutes here
Oishi Park
Oishi Park at Lake Kawaguchi (approximately 30 minutes) Every summer, the lavender in Oishi Park by Lake Kawaguchi blooms profusely, covering the park in a purple velvet blanket that complements the view of Mount Fuji, creating a breathtakingly beautiful scene. In autumn, the broom grass (kochia) in the park turns a bright red, becoming fluffy and particularly adorable. This park also serves as the location for the Lake Kawaguchi Herb Festival. (Lavender from June to July, crabapple and zinnia from July to September, and kochia in October)
30 minutes here
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai—The “Jiuzhaigou” at the Foot of Mount Fuji (approximately 60 minutes) Oshino Hakkai (1 hour) The term "Oshino Hakkai" refers to eight clear springs formed by the snowmelt from Mount Fuji, which has filtered through the ground layers. Oshino Hakkai is renowned for its beautiful natural environment. The water in the ponds shimmers, blending harmoniously with the picturesque Mount Fuji to create a breathtakingly beautiful scene that has attracted countless photographers from far and wide to capture its beauty. Oshino Hakkai is designated as a Natural Monument by the Japanese government.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
8:30 Robert Indiana Sculpture: "LOVE
Meeting point
Tokyo
8:00 JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
8:30 Robert Indiana Sculpture: "LOVE
Ends at
8:00 JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit
Options you can book
From Tokyo: 08:00AM Bus Tour
Duration: 9 hours Starting point: 1-chōme-6-5 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
Small Groups [Hotel pick up]
Small Groups: A driver-guide is provided for this small-group tour with limited sightseeing commentary.Minimum group size applies for depar
From Shinjuku 08:30AM Bus Tour
Duration: 9 hours Bus/ Car Starting point: Robert Indiana Sculpture: "LOVE", 6-chōme-5-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en, zh-CN
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Scenic Bend
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which includes the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick-up time.
- Small group package: 7:00-8:30 Door-to-door transfer from hotels in some districts of Tokyo Metropolitan area, driver and guide, no detailed explanation, fewer people, more comfortable vehicle.
- Kawaguchiko Gondola to be repaired from Dec. 10 to Dec. 20. You will take the Sengoku Boat instead.Don't buy it if you want to use the Gondola.
- Traffic jams may occur on weekends and red days, so if you are worried about traffic jams, you can avoid joining the tour on weekends or red days.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- If you choose [small group] package, please inform customer service of the address of your hotel or B&B after placing the order to confirm whether it is within the scope of the transfer.
- Travel time is included on the total duration.
- Cloudy/rainy days reduce visibility, possibly obscuring Mt. Fuji. Check the weather forecast before traveling to plan accordingly.
- One-day trip itinerary, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
- A foldable stroller can be carried. Please inform customer service when placing an order to avoid being rejected.
- Kachikachi Mountain Cable Car at Lake Kawaguchi: Weekdays Operating Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (last descent at 4:20 PM) Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays Extended Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last descent at 5:20 PM) *Note: The cable car may be suspended due to strong winds, lightning, or other reasons. (This is a complimentary activity. If the cable car cannot be taken due to weather conditions, the itinerary will be changed to a ride on the Sengoku Warrior Boat at Lake Kawaguchi or the ticket fee will be refunded.)
- The Ropeway will be closed from Monday, May 11, 2026, to Wednesday, July 15. During this period, the itinerary will be replaced with a sightseeing cruise. If this change is unacceptable to you, please refrain from booking this tour.
- Small-group tour only provides a driver-guide.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 561 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
561 verified traveler reviews for Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We had a nice view of the...
We had a nice view of the Mt Fuji, and our tour guide was very nice, very knowledgeable, and very friendly
via Viator
Traffic can change when...
Traffic can change when you return back to your meeting location. There are many tourists at the site which can lead to long wait times. There is no guarantee to see Mt. Fuji due to clouds. Otherwise, we enjoyed the tour. Thank you Kinny for being resourceful and helpful!
via Viator
Great Mt Fuji Tour
Jeffrey was very accommodating and kind! Took us to a variety of places and worked out schedule around the tokyo traffic! Would definitely recommend him to anyone!
via Viator
We had a great day on the...
We had a great day on the Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi tour! Even though we couldn't do the ropeway because it was closed for maintenance, the tour company arranged a scenic boat ride on Lake Kawaguchi instead, which was a lovely alternative with beautiful views. Our tour guide, Sia, was fantastic. She was incredibly friendly, informative, and made the day so enjoyable. She shared lots of interesting information throughout the tour and was always happy to take photos for everyone, which we really appreciated. One of our favourite parts of the day was trying the ice cream at one of the stops—it was absolutely delicious! The lunch was also amazing just needed to remember to have cash. Overall, the tour was well organised, the scenery was stunning, and we had a wonderful experience. We'd definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Japan!
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It was a cloudy day so we...
It was a cloudy day so we were unable to see the mountain or ride the gondola. The boat ride on lake kawaguchi was an ok alternative but the gondola would have been better. Our lunch was at a restaurant, pre-booked by the tour and was pretty good. I would have preferred to eat at the park with the springs. They had more options to choose from. Overall, a nice day but we will have to come back on a less cloudy day to see the full glory of the Mt. Fuji.
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
- Price range
- $81 to $104
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 196
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking cost?
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Prices start at $81 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 Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking 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 Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 561 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 Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking?
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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 Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking 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 Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking?
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Around 196 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 Mt. Fuji Tours with Kawaguchi Lake Ropeway View English Speaking 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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