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The Tokyo shortlist.
The 9 most popular hiking & trekking in Tokyo right now. Here is what each one costs, how long it takes, and who actually runs it, so you can pick the one worth a day and book it.
Hakone Hachiri hike: Amazake Chaya tea, Cedar Avenue, Hakone checkpoints, Lake Ashi torii lunch, and Yamanaka Castle views.
Most Popular“This hike was amazing and the guide, Tony, was excellent. We would definitely recommend if planning to visit the Hakone area. The hike itself was rigorous and challenging, which we quite enjoyed. Felt we were able to experience the tRead more”
Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with a certified mountain guide, tracing the Old Tokaido route from Hakone to Mishima with Fuji views.
“The tour included hiking on quiet trails and then exploring the region by bus and by foot. It was a very rewarding experience. Akihiro was very kind and good natured and knowledgeable about history and nature, and he took us to places we wouldn’t have even know about. We had a fabulous time.”
Hakone outer-rim hike with Mt Marudake ridge views and Togendai onsen. Small group guided navigation, 7–8 hours.
“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.”
Hike Japan’s Hakone Hachiri on the old Tokaido trail from Hakone Yumoto to Mishima, with 400-year amasake and Mt Fuji views.
“Our guide Aki was great! Very knowledgeable and was able to be flexible with changing conditions and still provide a great trip. Super fun hiking.”
Private guided Mt. Fuji nature and culture hike from Kawaguchiko: shrine, quieter lakes, Aokigahara, a lava cave, views, local food, matcha.
“Yuki was friendly, hospitable, super helpful & knowledgeable. Commuication was great, right from the time of booking. The scenery was amazing, the walk was lovely, & overall a really fun trip. Loved that is was a private tour. He even dropped is off at the starting point for our afternoon tour!”
Half-day Hakone Hachiri hike: preserved cobblestones, Hatajuku crafts, a 400-year teahouse amasake, and Lake Ashi Mt Fuji views.
“With Aki as guide, my daughter and I enjoyed hiking this beautiful trail. Aki did a wonderful job giving us historical context of this trail, stopping at a village for some barley tea and traditional rice dessert for a quick rest and snack. We also stoppRead more”
A private 6-hour hike linking Kamakura’s Great Buddha and Zen temples, guided by a licensed pro along the scenic Daibutsu Trail.
“We enjoyed our day with Seizo. Even though the weather was very hot, Seizo made sure that we were able to do and see everything we wanted to without getting too hot.”
A private Mt. Fuji hiking adventure from Fujiyoshida with 400+ stairs, Ishiwari Shrine luck rock, and Yoshida udon lunch.
“Yuki is an amazing tour guide and very sweet. We got lucky with a clear and Sunny day to view Mt Fuji. Highly recommend taking his trekking trip.”
A private, English-speaking hike around Lake Kawaguchi with flexible route options, included gear, and a real shot at clear Mt. Fuji views.
“We loved every minute with Ryo. He’s very knowledgable, kind and nice. He also gave us options between different hikes we could choose of. So he’s very flexible and always up for another request. We definetly recommend him and would ask him again to be our guide.”
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