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Karan_S, Oct 2026
Great tour for a day out of Tokyo
Erik was great, we started with a clear message on the directions the day before so finding the location in the morning wa a a breeze.
Erik then explained the plan for the day, when we can best see Fuji and was on hand to answer any questions we might have.
At each location he gave us the best tips which helped with time management and made sure we didn't miss the best bits.
Overall it's a nice day out from Tokyo with a relaxed pace.
Erik was great as a host and I would recommend this tour.
LeigJung_C, Oct 2026
Mt Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi with Ro
We had Ro as our tour guide. He was extremely polite and cognizant of our friend who had a mobility issue. We were last to be picked up on his van and he asked the rest of the group to rotate seats on our next stop as the remaining front seat (which our friend had to use) was quite high to climb into. He was friendly and knowledgeable of the sights on each of our stops. He helped take our pictures at Honcho Street for the group.
He helped exchange our American dollars to Japanese yen for our group where we had lunch since the town didn't accept credit cards. He allowed ample time for lunch and bathroom breaks during the tour.
We especially enjoyed the stop at the lake where we saw swans and fish which gathered to the shore where people fed them. The interaction with nature was very pleasant. Our last stop Lake Kawaguchiko was restful as we enjoyed the scenery.
Our tour guide Ro was also a very skilled driver. He navigated tight turns on narrow roads on our trip. On our way back to Tokyo, he had to deal with a traffic jam for at least half an hour changing lanes to try to get us in the best position. He was patient, yet decisive in making traffic choices during that traffic jam. He tried to get us back as quickly as possible despite the traffic delay. All in all, Ro was professional and an excellent guide
Timothy_C, Oct 2026
Excellent Takachiho experience
It was a very good experience though, with alot to fit in, it felt a little rushed at times. The guide. Carey, was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and her information greatly enhanced the experienced. I was disappointed that the boat trip part of the day was cancelled though others on the coach still had the boat trip. I suppose it was first come first served? The scenery on the way was very good.
Christina_L, Oct 2026
Great tour overall!
Had a great experience on the Mt. Fuji bus tour with Leonard! He was very informative, well organized, and provided fast, detailed communication via WhatsApp before and during the tour, including the Google links for pickup locations for each stop and photos. He shared his favorite spots of where the best pictures could be taken and was a great photographer organizing each group to get their photos taken. The time spent at each spot never made us feel rushed which was great. Leonard also shared helpful tips on shopping and pointed out bathroom locations at each spot. Highly recommend Leonard for a smooth and enjoyable tour! Shout out also to Emma for reaching out less than 10 minutes after we booked to also communicate with us.
Krista_T, Oct 2026
Fantastic tour and guide Rino!
Had a fabulous tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima today. Rino was super friendly, interesting and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the Hiroshima museum and park- and was delighted with Miyajima Island. Would highly recommend this tour, and would recommend Rino even more! Thanks for the great tour
Monica_B, Oct 2026
10/10 Experience!
This was a fantastic tour! Our guide was very funny and kind, and gave us a lot of information to and from the villages. It was absolutely stunning and felt like we had entered a different world. So beautiful and very much worth it! Thank you to our amazing guide, the wonderful lunch, and easy bus rides.
Marianne_C, Oct 2026
Beautiful natural setting...
Beautiful natural setting and stunning Shinto and Buddhist sites. Our guide was very well informed and well-organized. (Pay attention to where the bus is parked, as there are several parking lots at the main location and it’s possible to get confused about where to return to, while walking around.) it was misty and raining that day so visibility for the waterfall and mountains wasn’t as good, but still nice to be out in nature. It was also interesting to see the Japanese rest stops en route.
AlejandraZ_D, Oct 2026
First time in Tokyo
We had a great time, Yoshimi-San and our driver were so knowledgeable,professional and very sweet at the same time. They were flexible and understanding to. It is a great way to visit some parts of Tokyo , learning some of their wonderful culture and traditions.
Thank you .
Alejandra
Alex_N, Sep 2026
Awesome tour, great value
First, I’d like to recognize and recommend our tour guide, Nozomi, for her outstanding performance, great customer service and her deep knowledge of the subject. Our visit to Nikko and the World Heritage sites will leave in our memories and our hearts an indelible impression forever.
Bridget_R, Aug 2026
Kay is the best! The monkeys were so fun!
Our guide Kay was the absolute best! We had an incredible experience at our fabulous lunch, shopping in Nagano, visiting the temples, and of course, the monkeys! It was raining on our visit which was even better. We were worried that with the hot weather and thunder we would have no luck seeing monkeys but it could not have been better! The monkeys were out and about and very social. This was an absolute highlight of our trip. We had a fantastic day and recommended the excursion to other friends who are visiting this month!
Edison_T, Aug 2026
Our guide, Michiko, was...
Our guide, Michiko, was very pleasant and knowledgeable. She was easy to talk to and was very responsible.
The tour itself was amazing except for the Lawson stop. That was an unnecessary part of the tour. Otherwise, had an amazing time with my family.
Teresa_D, Apr 2026
Great way to see the snow...
Great way to see the snow monkeys when not included in your own tours schedule. It is a long distance from Tokyo and would be hard to get there by yourself. The transport was comfortable, with good leg room, access to wi fi and comfort break. The meal provided was a local speciality but you need to consider getting food on return journey as delays can mean you are too late back to get an evening meal. The monkeys put on a lovely show and we were lucky to see so many, with some even taking a dip in the hot spring pool. A long day but was worth it for me.
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