The 4 Hot Springs in Tokyo Worth the Detour

1.Mt Takao Tour with Ramen and Tattoo-Okay Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 8 hours · from $120Our pick

Join Jordan of Irie Tokyo Tours for an eight-hour small-group escape from Tokyo to Mt. Takao. Ride the cable car or chair lift, visit monkeys and Yakuou-in, see Mt. Fuji on clear days, eat Hachioji ramen or soba, then relax at a tattoo-friendly hot spring.

“This tour was brilliant! If you want to experience authentic Japanese life and learn about the culture, nature and history while taking in beautiful views away from the hoards of tourists then this tour is for you. The tour guide, Jordan, is super knowledgable and attentive to the groups needs. We had our 4yo with us and I've had several surgeries in the past couple years so we needed to take the walk slow at times. Jordan was brilliant at noticing what we needed and being flexible while keeping the tour super engaging. He's also great with kids! We got to see a wonderful view of Mt Fuji. The ramen…”

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2.[Seasonal Limited] Mt. Fuji 5th Station &Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 1 day · from $50Best value

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station or Asama Park, photograph Oshino Hakkai’s clear ponds, then soak at Konohananoyu Onsen. Guides such as Anna, Ken, Coco, and Jacob have been praised for friendly help, though weekend traffic and changing meeting points require care.

“The Mount Fuji tour was absolutely amazing! The weather was perfect, and we got such a clear view of the mountain—it was even more beautiful than I imagined. Our guide, Ken, made the trip extra special with his great explanations and friendly attitude. We also stopped at several scenic spots where he helped us take incredible photos. Everything was well-organized and smooth from start to finish. Truly an unforgettable experience!”

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3.Full Day Hiking Tour at Mt.Takao including Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $118

Meet your private guide at Takaosanguchi Station for a flexible Mt. Takao hike through forest trails and Yakuo-in Temple. Choose an easier or harder route, learn about mountain worship and wildlife, ride down by lift or cable car, and finish with an onsen soak. Guides may include Hiroko, Rie, Keita, or Takeshi.

“Taking the cable car Hearing stories about the special relationship between the Japanese and the mountain from my wonderful guide Takeshi hiking all the way down Mount Takao sharing a local lunch with my guide”

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4.Mt Fuji Lake Kawaguchi & Yamanaka Hot Spring Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 10 hours · from $68

Spend 10 hours touring Mt. Fuji’s best photo stops, from Oishi Park and Kawaguchiko Station to Oshino Hakkai and Lake Yamanaka. Your bilingual driver-guide handles the roads while you explore mostly on your own. Hotel pickup is available, and the Benifuji no Yu hot spring gives the day a calm finish.

“Lake Yamanaka’s clarity and altitude made for insane compositions. Highly recommend for photographers.”

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