Day Trips

Mount Fuji, Lake Ashi & Big Buddha Day Tour with Native English/Spanish Guide

Person using a ladle at a traditional purification fountain in Tokyo.

Mount Fuji reflected in Lake Kawaguchi with autumn leaves in the foreground.

Big Buddha statue in Kamakura, Japan, surrounded by trees and visitors.

Two women walking on a lakeside path with Mount Fuji in the background.

Duration

11 hr

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Guided tour

Transfers included

4.3/5

(107)

Marta

Sep 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

I’m kind of a tour skeptic, but this one totally changed my mind. Went solo, was a bit nervous at first, but Jorge (guide) and Otsuka (driver) made everyone feel welcome from the second we hopped in the van. Jorge’s stories about local customs were cooool (didn’t know you shouldn’t stick chopsticks upright in rice! Whoops). The weather wasn’t perfect—cloudy, so Fuji was hiding—but the rest made up for it. Loved the little snack stop, and Otsuka somehow made Tokyo traffic seem like a breeze. Left with a head full of quirky facts and actually new friends. 10/10 would drag my friends next time.

Jean

Sep 2025

Verified Partner Review

4/5

Went with my wife. The sights were pretty, but ngl, it was suuuper crowded at the main spot (guess that’s what you get on a weekend). Jorge handled the crowd like a pro though, kept cracking jokes. The only downer was we felt a bit rushed at the last stop. Still had a good time, and learned a lot about the area we’d never get on our own. Otsuka drove so smooth you barely noticed the traffic jams. Bring snacks if you get hungry fast.

Tomas

Sep 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

Absolutely LOVED this tour. Went with my sister, we’re both a bit nerdy about history and Jorge totally delivered with all these wild facts about feudal Japan. Didn’t expect to laugh so much either! Weather was perfect (rare, I know). If you wanna see a different side of Japan, def worth it. Thx Jorge and Otsuka!

Enjoy a full-day trip from Tokyo to see Kamakura’s Great Buddha, Lake Ashi and Lake Kawaguchi, with transfers and a bilingual guide.

Cruise peacefully across Lake Ashi, taking in clear views of Mt. Fuji, then enjoy a visit to the iconic Great Buddha of Kotoku-in, a designated national treasure.

Visit a serene, spring-fed village, Oshino Hakkai, where you will see charming thatched-roof houses, sample fresh wasabi and handmade soba.

Stop at a flower-fringed park near Lake Kawaguchi, perfect for capturing Mt. Fuji’s reflection in crystal-clear waters framed by vibrant gardens.

Visit the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in, a spiritual site that showcase Japan’s rich blend of Buddhist and Shinto traditions.

Full-day tour of Mt. Fuji area

Transfers from meeting point in Ginza

Bilingual guide: English + Spanish

Cruise on Lake Ashi

Kotoku-in ticket

FIRST DEPARTUREKotoku-in (Big Buddha)
LAST DEPARTUREKotoku-in (Big Buddha)
Start point
Ginza Inz 2
Get direction
90 min
65.4 km
1. Kotoku-in (Big Buddha)
Tickets included
20 min
2 hr
60 km
2. Lake Ashi
Tickets included
45 min
1 activity
Things to do
Lake Ashi Cruise
Included in price
70 min
48.9 km
3. Oshino Hakkai
Tickets included
90 min
Things to do
Lunch
Additional cost (on-site)
30 min
14.9 km
4. Lake Kawaguchi (Oishi Park)
Tickets included
45 min
2 hr 30 min
117.2 km
End point
Ginza Inz 2
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

4.3
107 reviews
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Marta
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
I’m kind of a tour skeptic, but this one totally changed my mind. Went solo, was a bit nervous at first, but Jorge (guide) and Otsuka (driver) made everyone feel welcome from the second we hopped in the van. Jorge’s stories about local customs were cooool (didn’t know you shouldn’t stick chopsticks upright in rice! Whoops). The weather wasn’t perfect—cloudy, so Fuji was hiding—but the rest made up for it. Loved the little snack stop, and Otsuka somehow made Tokyo traffic seem like a breeze. Left with a head full of quirky facts and actually new friends. 10/10 would drag my friends next time.
Jean
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
Went with my wife. The sights were pretty, but ngl, it was suuuper crowded at the main spot (guess that’s what you get on a weekend). Jorge handled the crowd like a pro though, kept cracking jokes. The only downer was we felt a bit rushed at the last stop. Still had a good time, and learned a lot about the area we’d never get on our own. Otsuka drove so smooth you barely noticed the traffic jams. Bring snacks if you get hungry fast.
Soraya
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
3/5
It was…fine? I mean, guide was friendly, but we got stuck in traffic for what felt like forever so the schedule kinda went out the window. Plus, weather was meh, couldn’t see much from the viewpoint. Liked that Jorge still kept spirits up with stories and snacks. Not sure I’d do it again, but it was a decent day.
Tomas
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Absolutely LOVED this tour. Went with my sister, we’re both a bit nerdy about history and Jorge totally delivered with all these wild facts about feudal Japan. Didn’t expect to laugh so much either! Weather was perfect (rare, I know). If you wanna see a different side of Japan, def worth it. Thx Jorge and Otsuka!
Yuki
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
Booked this for my parents visiting from Germany, tagged along too. Guide explained everything in easy English, which was great for them. Too bad we couldn’t take photos inside one of the temples, but the stories were worth it. A bit of waiting at the rest stop, but otherwise all smooth.

What to bring

Sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended for long outdoor stretches and high UV exposure.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind that food & beverages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography and tripods are not allowed.

Large bags may not be permitted in tighter or more crowded viewing areas.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

Bilingual guides (English/Spanish) will lead the tour and assist throughout the day.

Meals are not included, but you’ll have free time to purchase lunch at Oshino Hakkai.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Ginza Inz 2 directly across the street from Tokyo Hands.

Address: Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 2 Chome ２番地先

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