Journey into the volcanic heart of Hakone — crater lake, sulfurous Owakudani vents, and the world-class Hakone Open-Air Museum — on a private full-day tour that rivals any day trip in all Japan.
What to expect
Your guide drives you west from Shimizu through the Fuji foothills into Hakone National Park. At Owakudani you walk the volcanic ridge, taste the famous black eggs (said to add seven years to your life), and marvel at the raw geothermal landscape. A scenic cruise on Lake Ashi follows, with Fuji framed behind a vermilion torii gate — one of Japan's most iconic photographs. The Hakone Open-Air Museum closes the day with Rodin bronzes and Miro ceramics set against mountain sky. Your guide ensures you're back at Shimizu Port well ahead of all-aboard.
Good to know
Hakone is approximately 1.5 hours from Shimizu Port — this is a 9–10 hour excursion best suited to ships with a late all-aboard (18:00 or later). Book the private vehicle well in advance; confirm your ship's departure time precisely with the operator. Owakudani access may be restricted during volcanic alerts — the operator monitors conditions.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Shizuoka — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.