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Hakone Old Tokaido Road Hiking Tour to Hakone Shrine
Product code 5612233P3
From
From JPY 20,000
Dates
Available from Mar 1, 2026
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 10-12, Youth ages 13-17, Adult ages 18-65, Senior ages 66-69
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Hakone Old Tokaido Road Hiking Tour to Hakone Shrine
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Duration
6 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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Hakone Old Tokaido Road Hiking Tour to Hakone Shrine





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Duration
6 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
This guided hiking tour explores the preserved sections of the Old Tokaido Road, once used by travelers, samurai, and feudal lords during the Edo period. The tour includes a stop at Hatajuku, a village famous for Yosegi Zaiku, Hakone's traditional marquetry craft. On the way, you'll enjoy a rest at the historic Amasake Chaya teahouse that has been in business for about 400 years. At Moto-Hakone, you see magnificent view of Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji if weather permits. The tour ends with a visit to the serene Hakone Shrine, surrounded by nature and featuring the iconic Torii gate in the lake. The hiking route is in the Japan Heritage site as various cultural assets remain along the Old Tokaido Road. As part of the hiking route involves uphill sections, hiking appropriate shoes and clothing are recommended. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to walk japan's ancient trails and feel history while walking.
Overview
This guided hiking tour explores the preserved sections of the Old Tokaido Road, once used by travelers, samurai, and feudal lords during the Edo period. The tour includes a stop at Hatajuku, a village famous for Yosegi Zaiku, Hakone's traditional marquetry craft. On the way, you'll enjoy a rest at the historic Amasake Chaya teahouse that has been in business for about 400 years. At Moto-Hakone, you see magnificent view of Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji if weather permits. The tour ends with a visit to the serene Hakone Shrine, surrounded by nature and featuring the iconic Torii gate in the lake. The hiking route is in the Japan Heritage site as various cultural assets remain along the Old Tokaido Road. As part of the hiking route involves uphill sections, hiking appropriate shoes and clothing are recommended. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to walk japan's ancient trails and feel history while walking.
What's Included
Included
English speaking guide
Not included
Public transportation
Meals
Shrine offerings/fees if applicable
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
The guide will be waiting for you at the ticket gate of Hakone-Yumoto Station.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hours
Stop 1
After taking 15 minute bus ride from Hakone-Yumoto Station (Meeting point) to the trailhead, hike the stone paved road for about 40 minutes to Hatajuku, a village famous for Yosegi Zaiku, Hakone's traditional marquetry craft. Visit a craft shop and/or Hatajuku Yosegi Kaikan to see the traditinal craft of Japan.
Stop 2
2 hours
Stop 2
Take a short bus ride from Hatajuku to Amasake Chaya teahouse where you can enjoy amasake (sweet rice drink) and race cakes as travellers did in the Edo period. After refreshment at the teahouse, hike the Old Tokaido trail to Lake Ashi for an hour. Enjoy the view of Lake Ashi and Mt.Fuji if weather permits.
Stop 3
2 hours
Stop 3
Walk along Lake Ashi for 10 minutes to the Hakone Shrine surrounded by trees. Also visit the iconic lakeside torii gate.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
8 reviews
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