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Hakone Hachiri: Old Tokaido Highway Hiking Tour by Local Operator

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Activity provider: Coconuts Hike Japan
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Full-day tour in Hakone, taking in Black cab, Sukumo River and Hatajuku. Run by Coconuts Hike Japan, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Black cab
  • Sukumo River
  • Hatajuku
  • Bus/coach
  • Runs 8 hours
  • National certified guide with wilderness advanced first-aid training

Hakone Hachiri: Old Tokaido Highway Hiking Tour by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $308.5 per person
Duration8 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator โ€” no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 8-hour experience in Hakone, built around Black cab, Sukumo River and Hatajuku. It is run by Coconuts Hike Japan, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Hakone is the hot-spring resort in the mountains 90 minutes south-west of Tokyo, inside the caldera of an old volcano. The standard loop is the Hakone Ropeway over the Owakudani sulphur vents, where eggs are boiled black in the springs, a boat across Lake Ashi past the red torii of Hakone Shrine, and, on a clear day, Fuji over the lake. Onsen bathing follows the usual rules: wash before entering, no swimwear, and many baths still refuse tattoos or ask for a cover. The Hakone Free Pass covers the trains, cable car, ropeway and boat; the ropeway closes in high wind and when volcanic gas rises, which happens a few days a year.

The price covers National certified guide with wilderness advanced first-aid, Bus and shared-taxi transportation between tour sites, One cup of amazake and Lunch set. It does not cover Transportation to the meeting point and from the ending, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Admission or activity fees not specified in the itinerary and Additional drinks and snacks other than the included, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hakone-Yumoto Station, Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Coconuts Hike Japan before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location

Hakone-Yumoto Station, Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan

Black cab

(15 minutes)

Sukumo River

Hiking (1 hour)

Hatajuku

Visit, Shopping, Pass by (30 minutes)

Bus/coach

(10 minutes)

Amasake Tea House

Visit, Local snacks, Regional food (30 minutes)

Cobbles on Old Tokaido Highway

Hiking (45 minutes)

Lake Ashi

Photo stop, Walk, Pass by, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)

Old Tลkaidล Road Ancient Cedar Avenue - East End

Photo stop, Walk, Pass by (15 minutes)

Hakone Checkpoint

Walk, Pass by (10 minutes)

Lake Ashi

Lunch, Regional food (45 minutes)

Bus/coach

(15 minutes)

Secret stop

Photo stop, Walk, Pass by, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

Bus/coach

(30 minutes)

On foot

(15 minutes)

Finish at

MISHIMA STATION

Detailed Itinerary

Starting location: Hakone-Yumoto Station, Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan

Black cab: (15 minutes)

Sukumo River: Hiking (1 hour)

Hatajuku: Visit, Shopping, Pass by (30 minutes)

Bus/coach: (10 minutes)

Amasake Tea House: Visit, Local snacks, Regional food (30 minutes)

Cobbles on Old Tokaido Highway: Hiking (45 minutes)

Lake Ashi: Photo stop, Walk, Pass by, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)

Includes

  • National certified guide with wilderness advanced first-aid training
  • Bus and shared-taxi transportation between tour sites
  • One cup of amazake
  • Lunch set

Excludes

  • Transportation to the meeting point and from the ending point
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Admission or activity fees not specified in the itinerary
  • Additional drinks and snacks other than the included amazake and lunch set
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Travel insurance
  • Anything not specifically listed under โ€œWhatโ€™s includedโ€

Important information

Meeting point

Hakone-Yumoto Station, Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $308.5
$308.5
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Free cancellation
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Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.9/5
based on 24 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operatorโ€™s experience
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Niels
September 11, 2024

Great hike, nature and history September 2024 A really good experience on the old Taikado route. Had a good hike with a good tour guide, he shows the best spots. Aki explains also the history and culture of Japan, so you feel the real experience of the country. PS he also makes great pictures of you๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ˜Š

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Cecilia
September 4, 2024

I liked the guide. He was informative and talked about the history of the old Tokaido highway he was flexible to adjust the tour to adapt to the bad weather we found on the day of the tour

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Alex
April 15, 2026

LOVED everything about this tour! The guide had grown up locally and knew to avoid tourist traps. He took us to a 5th generation woodcraft workshop and a 13th generation teahouse where we met the owner. Learned how to pray in a temple. Practiced japanese. Had a pic nic in a beautiful battlefield. He also took so many pictures of us which is great as we usually forget. Hours of hiking too. 100% recommended!

5
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Erik
October 3, 2025

Our guide Aki was great! Very knowledgeable and was able to be flexible with changing conditions and still provide a great trip. Super fun hiking.

5
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Zubaira
June 30, 2025

Aki was really lovely. It was a our first trip to Japan and we had lovely conversations about the similarities and differences between our cultures. After realising I was a nature lover he tailored the tour to focus on native trees. would definitely recommend!

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Lindsay
December 22, 2024

It was an incredible experience! Akihiro was friendly, knowledgeable, and great company for the day. I was glad to have this tour which featured a day in nature and a lot of Japanese history, something different from time spent in the bigger cities. It was a real highlight of my trip to Japan.

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Neil
August 2, 2024

Achiro is a fantastic guide and overall person. He is super knowledgeable on everything in the area from it's history to it's nature and wildlife. I throughly enjoyed this your and would highly recommend to anyone visiting hakone!

5
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Alon
May 17, 2024

we had an excellent time. beautiful nature an amazing views all around. good English and lots of knowledge about the history. thank you very much!

5
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Evie
March 29, 2024

Akihiro excels as a storyteller, captivating us with insights into Japan's history and legends during our hike, while we enjoyed the stunning scenery. The entire experience was very well planned, I would definitely recommend it !

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Julia
October 22, 2023

We had a great tour with Akihiro. He showed us many hidden corners of the Hachiri trail and provided interesting stories and information about the history and site. In addition to exciting trails, there were opportunities to take a break, such as in a historic teahouse or a coffee break with a view of Mount Fuji. Akihiro is a great host and guide. Next to our guide we had a great group, so the whole day was a lot of fun.

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Traveller
October 14, 2025

A truly wonderful experience! Well planned day and the perfect combination of hiking and history. Our guide was informative, extremely thoughtful, kind (carried my motherโ€™s bag for her) and very flexible in changing plans due to our groupโ€™s preferred slower pace. Stopped at a local teahouse which was special. Additionally the pre trip communication was very clear and flawless Highly recommend!

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Roni
June 21, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hakone-Yumoto Station, Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
The price does not cover transportation to the meeting point and from the ending point, hotel pickup and drop-off, admission or activity fees not specified in the itinerary and additional drinks and snacks other than the included amazake and lunch set. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Nobody can promise it. Fuji is clear on roughly a third of days, most often on winter mornings, and from June to September it is in cloud more often than not. The tour runs regardless and the lakes, the pagoda and the ropeway are planned to be worth the day without the summit. There is no refund for cloud.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
National certified guide with wilderness advanced first-aid training, Bus and shared-taxi transportation between tour sites, One cup of amazake, Lunch set
The duration of the Hakone Hachiri: Old Tokaido Highway Hiking Tour by Local Operator is typically 8 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time โ€” simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies โ€” the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Only during the official season, roughly early July to early September โ€” exact dates are announced each year per route. Outside it the mountain huts close, and climbing becomes a serious mountaineering proposition rather than a hike. A mandatory climbing fee and a daily cap now apply on the Yoshida route, with the other routes following. Full detail in our guide to climbing Mount Fuji.
Counterintuitively, winter โ€” the cold, dry air gives the clearest views, while humid summer haze often hides the mountain entirely. That means the climbing season is also the worst viewing season. Where and when to look is covered in our Mount Fuji viewpoints guide.
An Odakyu pass covering the whole Hakone loop โ€” Tozan railway, cable car, ropeway, Lake Ashi boats and buses โ€” for less than buying the legs separately. How the loop works and which direction to travel it is in getting around Hakone.
It varies. Many traditional baths still refuse tattoos, some now allow them with cover stickers, and a private bath (kashikiri) is the reliable workaround. Bathing etiquette and how to find tattoo-friendly options are in our Hakone onsen guide.
It was listed in 2013 for its influence on art, literature and pilgrimage โ€” not for its geology. That is why the listing includes places like Oshino Hakkai and the Sengen shrines, not just the peak itself. Background in our climbing Mount Fuji guide.
Two days lets you do the loop without rushing and still soak properly in an onsen โ€” a single day works but means moving constantly. Our Hakone 2-day itinerary maps it out hour by hour.
Most Hakone and Mt. Fuji private tours here are priced for the whole party, not per traveller โ€” the operator is providing a vehicle and a guide, so a group of four pays the same as a couple. The exceptions are the group summit climbs, which are genuinely per person. Each tour page states which model applies.
Starting from$308.5