Hakone Old Tokaido Road Hiking Tour to Hakone Shrine

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About this activity

This private hiking tour combines nature, Japanese history, and traditional culture - all in one experience.

Starting from Hakone-Yumoto Station, travel by local bus to the historic Old Tokaido Road and hike through the forest to Hatajuku, famous for Yosegi marquetry, Hakone's traditional woodcraft. Then take a bus to Amasake Chaya, a historic teahouse where travelers have stopped for refreshment for generations. From here, walk along the stone-paved sections of the Old Tokaido toward Lake Ashi where you may see Mt. Fuji on clear days.

At the end of the walk, visit Hakone Shrine, one of Hakone's most iconic sites, and see its famous torii gate standing in Lake Ashi.

During the tour, your guide will share history and stories in the Edo period.

The tour is a chance to experience Japan's history by walking the historic route once used by travelers, merchants and sumurai centuries ago.

The tour is private, so the experience can be adapted to your group's pace and interests.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: RAY

Ages: Children (10–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–69 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour - only your group participates
Included: English speaking guide

Not included

Not included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Public transportation
Not included: Meals: Food and drinks
Not included: Shrine offerings/fees if applicable

Itinerary

Stop 1

50 min

Meeting Point: Meet your guide at the ticket gate of Hakone-Yumoto Station. After a brief introduction, take a local bus toword the entrance of the Old Tokaido Road.
Stop 2

one hour

Old Tokaido Road Hiking - Sukumogawa to Hatajuku:

Begin your hike through the forest along the historic Old Tokaido Road. Your guide will introduce the history of the Tokaido, one of the most important highways of Edo-period Japan, and explain how people traveled between Edo (present-day Tokyo) and Kyoto.
Hatajuku Yosegi Kaikan

40 min

Traditional village and Yosegi marquetry:

Arrive at Hatajuku, a village famous for Yosegi marquetry, and see the traditional woodcrafts made from various types of natural wood to create beautiful geometric patters.
Stop 4

30 min Admission not included

Historic teahouse:

Take a short bus ride from Hatajuku to Amasake Chaya, a historic teahouse. Take a break and experience Amasake, a traditonal Japanese drink which has been enjoyed for centuries by people traveling along the Old Tokaido Road. (Food and drinks are not included in the tour price.)
Hakone Sightseeing Cruise Motohakone-Ko Pier

1 h 30 min

Continue on foot along the stone-paved section of the Old Tokaido for about an hour. Arrive in Moto-Hakone and enjoy views of Lake Ashi. On clear days, Mt. Fuji may also be visible. (Please note that views of Mt. Fuji depend on weather.)

Have lunch by Lake Ashi.
Stop 6

one hour

Visit Hakone Shrine:

Finish your journey at Hakone Shrine, one of Hakone's most important Shinto shrines. See the famous torii gate standing in Lake Ashi and learn about the shrine's history.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting for you at the ticket gate of Hakone-Yumoto Station.

End point

Upon request, the guide will take you from the end point, Hakone Shrine, to the hotel where travelers are staying.

Pickup points

Masufuku Ryokan
Hakone Senkei Plaza
Omiya Ryokan
Yoshiike Ryokan
Hotellerie Maille Coeur Shougetsu
Senkei Annex Yamagaso
Gyokutei
Aura Tachibana
Kamon
Masutomi Ryokan
Hotel Kajikaso
Itoen Hotel Hakone Yumoto

and 27 more pickup points

Please let me know if travelers would like to be picked up from a hotel or other location.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Weather and Safety: The Old Tokaido Road is a natural trail, and conditions can change depending on weather. In case of bad weather or unsafe trail conditions, the itiineray may be modified or an alternative activity may be offered. The decision is made based on safety.
What to bring: Hiking appropriate shoes and clothing