Mt. Fuji Aokigahara Jukai Forest Private Tour with Licensed Guide

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About this activity

A primeval forest, Aokigahara Jyukai was born 1200 years ago. It is located on foot of a volcanic mauntain, Mt. Fuji.

The Sea of Trees is a forest formed on a large amount of lava flows that flowed out of Mt. Fuji.

Trees and moss, ferns have vigorously grown and widespread, sunlight illuminates vibrant nature, the spectacular scenery and the atmosphere are truly breathtaking.

Surrounding the area are many ancient caves with fresh water directly from the snow on Mount Fuji. The area is full of natural wonders.

Join our English speaking guide on a private tour of the area to learn about the natural wonders of this forest. Your tour time will be 6 hours from pick up to drop off.

Note*1: The Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Note*2: Depending on traffic, you may not be able to visit all planned sites.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Japan Guide Agency

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Meet up with guide on foot at Kawaguchiko Station
Included: Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

Not included

Not included: Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Not included: Private Vehicle
Not included: You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Not included: Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Itinerary

Saiko Bat Cave

30 min Admission not included

**Bat Cave will be opened Mar 20th to Nov 30th in 2025(This may vary)**

Lake Saiko Bat Cave (西湖コウモリ穴) is the largest of the several lava tubes in the Aokigahara Jukai Forest at the southwest of Lake Saiko. The total extension is over 350 meters and is the largest in the lava cave at the foot of Mt.Fuji.

(Closed in the winter months)
Saiko Lake

Passing by

Saiko Minshuku Village (西湖民宿村) is a place where old-fashioned guesthouses are gathered.
Stop 3

30 min

The Dragon Cave (龍宮洞穴) was one of the sacred places for the worshiper of Mt. Fuji during Edo period. It is nationally designated natural monument. It is said that the god of water was enshrined and a ritual to pray for rain was once held during times of drought.

*Entry is prohibited due to danger of falling rocks
Stop 4

one hour

Sanko-dai Panoramic Viewing Platform (三湖台), as the name suggests, you can see 3 lakes, Lake Saiko, Lake Shojiko, and Lake Motosuko at the same time. It is on the way of the “Tokai Nature Trail", it will be a great break time during hiking seeing beautiful views. There is also spacious rest area.
Narusawa Ice Cave

30 min Admission not included

Narusawa Ice Cave (鳴沢氷穴) is a typical lava cave at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Over 1150 years ago, during year 6 of the Jogan era, Nagaoyama, a flank volcano of Mt. Fuji erupted. The red hot lava flow descended between ancient parasitic volcanoes, creating this two-tunnel type cave.

It was introduced to the world as a geological wonder after being designated as a natural monument in 1929.

The tree-type lava bed is said to have the most spiracles in the world.
Stop 6

30 min

The Tōkai Nature Trail (東海自然歩道 ) is a long-distance walkway running from Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park in Tokyo to Meiji no Mori Minō Quasi-National Park in Osaka Prefecture that traverses 11 prefectures, covers 1,697 kilometres. It means a lot to feel nature for us who live with it, an array along the path had constructed so that anyone can explore easily.
Fugaku Wind Cave

30 min Admission not included

Fugaku Wind Cave (富岳風穴) is one of the biggest cave around Mt. Fuji area. It is pleasantly cool even in summer, with an average temperature of 3℃. You can see ice pillars which are made every year. It was used as a refrigerator to store the eggs of silkworms up until 100 years ago. The cave has also been designated as a Japanese natural monument. It is the lateral type cave that tourist can easily walk through.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Outside the train ticket gate. Next to the main entrance.

**In the event that the bus is full, we kindly ask that you consider taking a taxi. Please be advised that the taxi fare will be your (the guest's) responsibility.

End point

Outside the train ticket gate. Next to the main entrance.

**In the event that the bus is full, we kindly ask that you consider taking a taxi. Please be advised that the taxi fare will be your (the guest's) responsibility.

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%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The hours specified in the tour are the hours taken on the journey and these are approximate.