Top Fuji Half-day Tours

STOP OFF THE SHINKANSEN, SEE MT. FUJI WITH FUJI SOUL TOURS Traveling between Tokyo and Kyoto/Osaka? Hop off at Shin-Fuji Station (1 hr from Tokyo, 2 hrs from Kyoto). Your guide meets your train at the gate for 4 private hours on Mt. Fuji's quiet side, then you ride on the same day. ✨WHY THIS TOUR? Local bilingual guide: quiet spots locals love. Private van: just your group. Customizable: your start time, your stops. ROUTES (choose 3–4 stops) Classic: Sengen Shrine (UNESCO) + Shiraito Falls + yakisoba lunch Culture: Shrine + free tasting at a nearly 200-year-old sake brewery + green tea Photo: Hidden viewpoints + Lake Tanuki + craft beer/sake *Shops subject to availability ⚠️ GOOD TO KNOW Trains: only the Kodama stops at Shin-Fuji (JR Pass OK). Free cancellation: until 11:59 PM JST, 2 days before. Luggage: big bags fit for 1–3 guests; groups of 4–5 use lockers. Groups of 6+: ask us first. Mt. Fuji hidden? The culture still makes it worthwhile. Instagram: @fujisoultours

Spend a day on the quiet south side of Mt. Fuji with a small group and a local bilingual guide. Meet at Shin-Fuji Station on the Tokaido Shinkansen, then ride by shared van to the Asagiri Plateau for open views of the mountain and a stop at the local food park. Walk down to Shiraito Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site where spring water from Mt. Fuji pours over a wide cliff, then have lunch at an award-winning shop serving Fujinomiya yakisoba, the city's signature dish. Finish at Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha, the principal shrine of Mt. Fuji worship. You're back at Shin-Fuji Station by 16:00, in time for any train, so it fits neatly between Tokyo and Kyoto. Every date on the calendar is guaranteed to run, whatever the group size, with up to 5 guests. The tour runs rain or shine. Lunch and luggage storage are not included in the tour price; if needed, travelers pay for them directly on the day.

【The pickup service is available only for guests who are already staying in Kawaguchiko or Fujiyoshida area, or for those who can come to the areas on their own.】 Escape the crowds and experience the peaceful side of Mt. Fuji! At 2,305m (7,500ft), the 5th Station offers stunning views and clean mountain air—perfect for a relaxing walk. On this tour, we’ll hike a 2.5 km (1.6 mile) section of the historic Ochudo Trail, once used by pilgrims on spiritual journeys. The path is mostly flat with gentle slopes, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels. A certified local English mountain guide will share stories about Mt.Fuji’s unique nature and culture. After the hike, enjoy an authentic local specialty at a local restaurant! This tour is available from May to December, and we provide free rental gear so even outdoor beginners or travelers without hiking equipment can join! Take your time, walk slowly and let Mt.Fuji’s quiet beauty leave a lasting impression.

Join us on a 4-hour guided tour featuring a 2-hour trek through the Fuji Forest Trail in Nishiusuzuka, nestled on the side of Mt. Fuji. You'll walk among towering 300-year-old trees, explore an ancient crater, listen to birdsong echoing through the forest, and breathe in the refreshing scent of nature with every step. Your guide, Mac Nagata, is a marine biologist and photographer who has traveled to 78 countries studying forests and oceans. Now based in Fujinomiya City at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Mac offers unique insights into the region’s natural wonders. What to Expect by Season: April – September: Lush greenery and vibrant forest life Late October – Early November: Stunning autumn foliage Late November – March: Serene winter scenery (light snowfall)

Step into the serene nature of Mt. Fuji's western foothills on this relaxing 6-hour private tour. Discover two stunning waterfalls—one famous and grand, the other peaceful and hidden—before diving into a local culinary experience at a spring-fed trout farm. This tour offers a refreshing escape into nature, away from the crowds, and is perfect for travelers seeking beauty, tranquility, and authentic local flavor. Please note that the 6-hour tour includes approximately 2 hours of round-trip transportation between Shin-Fuji Station and the tour sites. Your private driver will meet you at the station. You will then meet your guide at your first site, Shiraito Falls.