Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Hakone, Japan
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- National Certified Pro Guide with wilderness first aid certificate
- LunchLunch for your group (around 2000 yen)
- Transportation fee to the trailhead and between sites (around 2000 yen by shared taxi or buses)
- Shinkansen fee from Mishima to Odawara Station (around 2500 yen)
- Amasake and snacks along the way
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hakone-Yumoto StationYumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
The guide will be wearing a blue backpack and a white cap with Coconuts Hike Japan logo, waiting for you at the train exit (there is only ticket exit in Hakone Yumoto Station).
End point
- MISHIMA STATION16-1 Ichibanchō, Mishima, Shizuoka 411-0036, Japan
From Mishima Station, there are Shinkansen train going back to Odawara (15 min, around 2500 yen) or Tokyo (45 min about 4400 yen) and buses going to Hakone and other places in Izu.
Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
1
Hakone Amazake Tea House
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Hakone Sightseeing Cruise Motohakone-Ko Pier
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Cedar Trees of Hakone Old Road
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Hakone-machi
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Yamanaka Castle Ruins
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
6
Mishima
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 58 reviews
Justine_B, Sep 2025
Walking the Hakone Hachiri trail with Aki wasn’t just a hike - it was a journey through centuries of Japanese history. As we traced the ancient stone-paved path that once carried samurai, merchants, and travelers between Edo and Kyoto during the Tokugawa period, Aki brought every step to life with stories that made the past feel present.
The Hachiri (eight ri) stretch was historically one of the most challenging sections of the great Tokaido road, where travelers would cross the treacherous mountain passes of Hakone. Aki’s deep knowledge transformed each moss-covered stone and weathered marker into a window to the past, helping us imagine the countless footsteps that had worn these very paths smooth over four centuries ago.
What struck me most was Aki’s masterful attention to detail - every rest stop perfectly timed, every viewpoint chosen with care, every historical anecdote shared at just the right moment. The professionalism and genuine warmth made what could have been simply a beautiful walk into something truly transformative. When that magnificent eagle soared overhead as we reached the summit, it felt like nature itself was acknowledging the magic of this ancient route.
The varied terrain kept us engaged throughout the day, from gentle forest paths to challenging stone steps, each section revealing new vistas and stories. Aki’s accommodating nature and unwavering support made the experience accessible and enjoyable for our entire group.
For anyone visiting Japan, experiencing the Hakone Hachiri trail with Aki is absolutely essential. You’ll walk away not just with stunning memories of Japan’s natural beauty, but with a deep appreciation for the historical threads that connect past and present.
Stephen_E, May 2025
This was a really great tour! Aki is so knowledgeable about the history and area it really was a great tour! Would definitely recommend doing this!
Sharon_B, May 2025
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.
Nicole_A, Dec 2024
Aki was knowledgeable, kind, and a wonderful host. He also took many photos of us as a family. The best!!
David_Y, Jun 2024
Fantastic experience, beyond expectations. And that’s even with rain and clouds for part of the day: Hiking in the midst of the stunning natural beauty that is the forest region of Hakone, while at the same time not only learning the history but living it, as you walk along an historic trail dating back 400 years. Tea house and little noodle shop were great rest stops and also historic in and of themselves. Brought my 18 year old daughter who normally is not into nature hiking or history and she loved it too. Don’t forget to bring cash for taxi, bus, food, and a small umbrella a good idea just in case. Aki the tour guide is kind, competent and knowledgeable, and knows the area and history like the back of his hand.
Eric_L, Apr 2024
Hiking Hakone with Aki was one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. Aki is not only knowledgeable and knows how to zip around Hakone through buses and trails to make sure you see the best spots, he has a very calming demeanor that fits the scenery. He even served coffee when we found a good spot to take in Mt. Fuji. The tour with Aki is a great way to spend the day seeing Hakone.
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