Summary
- Start
Haneda airport or Tokyo/Shinjuku/Shibuya Station - Finish
Haneda airport or Tokyo/Shinjuku/Shibuya Station - Mileage
Total 430km
150km per day - Travel Pace
Normal - Onsen Stay
Max.2 nights - Recommended Seasons
Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec
This itinerary takes 3 days to circle around Tokyo and Mt.Fuji.
Due to standard daily mileage, you can travel at a pace that is not too rushed.
If you want to stay in Tokyo after the road trip, you can return the car not to the airport but to Tokyo. Due to traffic jams and lack of parking, walking and the train are more convenient for sightseeing in Tokyo.
Tokyo – Hakone/Atami(Sample)
Start： Tokyo (東京)
Finish：Hakone or Atami (箱根/熱海)
Mileage：
To Hakone: 130km
To Atami: 155km
Travel Pace： Normal
On this day, you will head from Tokyo to either Hakone or Atami. Hakone and Atami are only about 25km apart, so it doesn’t matter which one you stay at.
1
Rental car branch at Haneda airport, Narita airport or Tokyo
Parking MAPCODE：
９：００
The mileage is not very long, about 130-155km, but there are so many attractions such as Kamakura and Enoshima. And roads around Kamakura and Enoshima area are especially congested on weekends, so we recommend that you depart as early as possible.
75 min
2
Kamakura city & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
Parking MAPCODE：
8 246 659*02What is MAPCODE?
１０：１５
The first destination is the ancient city [Kamakura city & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine]. This shrine is known as a shrine related to Minamoto no Yoritomo (the shogun who established the first samurai government) and is a majestic shrine that boasts 5th place in the worship ranking.
Also, between Tsurugaoka Hachimangu and Kamakura Station, there is [Komachi Street], which is full of 250 shops. It is crowded with many worshipers and tourists, and you can enjoy eating while walking.
10 min
3
Kamakura Great Buddha
Parking MAPCODE：
8 214 103*73What is MAPCODE?
１１：３０
About 3km west of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine, there is [Kamakura Great Buddha], which is a symbol of Kamakura. There is also a [Hase Dera Temple], which is known for its hydrangea and Japan’s largest wood carving Kannon in walking distance, so please visit them as a set.
25 min
4
Enoshima island
Parking MAPCODE：
15 178 698*78What is MAPCODE?
１２：５０
After leaving Kamakura, head to Enoshima. There are cafes with a nice atmosphere and restaurants that are typical of the Shonan area, so it is recommended for lunch. Speaking of Enoshima, you can’t miss the famous raw shirasu-don (raw whitebait bowl).
90 min
5
Owakudani
Parking MAPCODE：
57 242 740What is MAPCODE?
１５：５０
After leaving Enoshima, you will drive further west along the sea.
If you have time, please head to Hakone’s [Owakudani]. It is a powerful observatory where you can witness an active volcano. Black eggs, which are said to extend your lifespan by 7 years when you eat one, are very popular.
15 min
6
Inn in Hakone or Atami
Parking MAPCODE：
Please head to the hotel you reserved.What is MAPCODE?
１７：１０
On this day you will stay in Hakone or Atami. Both are super famous hot spring areas. Please relax and heal from the active first day.
The driving map will show additional 10-20 spots for the day! You will travel only to your favorite spots.
Check pin color and MAPCODE usage.
On this day, you will stay in either Hakone Town or Atami City. It is 25km and takes about 40min. Both of them are nationally famous onsen areas.
①Hakone(箱根)
Hakone is smaller than Atami but has many luxury onsen ryokans.
- Inn Type
Most of these inns are 4 to 5-star Japanese-style Ryokans with onsen facilities. - Parking
Most inns will offer free parking. - Onsen
This town is famous for onsens and most of the inns have one. - Meal Plan Reservations
There are a few restaurants for dinner in this area and be sure to make a reservation with a plan that includes dinner and breakfast.
②Atami(熱海)
Atami is a bigger city than Hakone and has more inexpensive inns.
- Inn Type
Most of these inns are 3 to 5-star Japanese-style Ryokans with onsen facilities. - Parking
Most inns will offer free parking. - Onsen
This town is famous for onsens and most of the inns have one. - Meal Plan Reservations
There are many restaurants around Atami Station and the “Atami Ginza” area. However, Atami is surrounded by mountains and if your inn is located mountainside, it is very tough to have dinner there and highly recommended to make a reservation with a plan that includes dinner and breakfast.
Hakone/Atami – Mt.Fuji
Start：Hakone(箱根) or Atami(熱海)
Finish：Mt.Fuji(Lake Kawaguchiko)(河口湖)
Mileage：130km
Travel Pace： Normal
On this day, you will go around Mt. Fuji clockwise from Hakone or Atami to Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Fuji Five Lakes.
1
Inn in Hakone or Atami
Parking MAPCODE：
９：００
The mileage is about 130km, which is short, but there are many sightseeing spots, so please start according to the places you want to go.
10 min
2
Ashinoko Skyline road
Parking MAPCODE：
57 031 723*23What is MAPCODE?
９：１０
You will drive comfortably on the [Ashinoko Skyline] first thing in the morning. It may be a little detour, but you can enjoy the real pleasure of a driving trip while seeing the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji and Lake Ashi.
60 min
3
Mt. Fuji Hongu Sengen Taisya Shrine
Parking MAPCODE：
72 493 646*83What is MAPCODE?
１１：１０
After that, you will head to [Mt. Fuji Hongu Sengen Taisya Shrine]. Using the expressway (E1A) will save you time.
At [Omiya Yokocho] opposite the shrine, you can compare the taste of Fujinomiya Yakisoba, which is synonymous with Fujinomiya, so it is ideal for lunch.
20 min
4
Shiraito Waterfalls(Fuji)
Parking MAPCODE：
72 820 238*12What is MAPCODE?
１３：００
After lunch, you will head to Shiraito Waterfalls (Fuji), the biggest highlight of the day, with Mt. Fuji on your side. They are must-see waterfalls with a height of 20m and a width of 200m.
60 min
5
Mt.Arakurayama Sengen Park
Parking MAPCODE：
161 276 580*54What is MAPCODE?
１５：００
After leaving Shiraito Falls, you will finally be approaching the Fuji Five Lakes area.
From the east, there are five lakes, Lake Motosuko, Lake Shojiko, Lake Saiko, Lake Kawaguchiko, and Lake Yamanakako. Especially, we recommend [Mt.Arakura Sengen Park] near Lake Kawaguchiko. It is a popular spot where you can see Mt. Fuji and the five-storied pagoda as a set.
10 min
Many tourist spots are scattered around the Fuji Five Lakes. If you go directly to Lake Kawaguchiko without turning Mt. Fuji clockwise, you can relax comfortably. Please consider the process according to your destination by referring to the drive map.
In addition, there are many famous spots for flowers and autumn leaves around Mt. Fuji that can only be reached by car. These are must-visit places if you visit in spring and autumn.
6
Inn in Lake Kawaguchiko
Parking MAPCODE：
Please head to the hotel you reserved.What is MAPCODE?
１６：１０
The area around Lake Kawaguchiko is a famous hot spring resort. It will be a long-distance drive tomorrow, so please take a rest and save your energy at the hot springs of Lake Kawaguchiko. Yamanashi’s specialty [hoto] is also recommended for dinner.
The driving map will show additional 10-20 spots for the day! You will travel only to your favorite spots.
Check pin color and MAPCODE usage.
Lake Kawaguchiko, located on the northern side of Mt. Fuji, is one of the Fuji Five Lakes and is also famous for its onsen. Many inns line the eastern shore of the lake.
- Inn Type
There are a variety of inns like 3-star western-style hotels and 5-star Japanese Ryokans. - Parking
Most inns will offer free parking. - Onsen
This town is famous for onsens and some of the inns have one. Some hotels provide you can enjoy an open-air onsen with a Mt.Fuji view.
There are no onsens in this town and no inns have onsens. - Meal Plan Reservations
As many restaurants are open till midnight, it is recommended to book your inns with breakfast only or without meals.
There are a few restaurants around in this area but it is recommended to make a reservation with a plan that includes dinner and breakfast.
Mt.Fuji – Tokyo
Start：Mt.Fuji(Lake Kawaguchiko)(河口湖)
Finish： Tokyo (東京)
Mileage：150km
Travel Pace： Normal
On this day you will return to Tokyo from Lake Kawaguchiko.
1
Inn in Mt.Fuji(Lake Kawaguchiko)
Parking MAPCODE：
９：００
The mileage is about 150km, which is normal. However, there are many attractions around the Fuji Five Lakes and there is a very high possibility of traffic jams in Tokyo. Please allow 2-3 hours for a return trip to Tokyo, especially if you travel on Sundays and the last day of consecutive holidays.
20 min
2
Saiko Iyashi no sato NENBA
Parking MAPCODE：
59 019 045What is MAPCODE?
９：２０
The first recommendation is [Saiko Iyashi no Sato NENBA]. The restored thatched-roof houses are lined up, and it is truly a world of old Japanese tales.
20 min
3
Mt.Fuji(Fuji Subaru Line 5th station)
Parking MAPCODE：
689 223 008What is MAPCODE?
１０：１０
After that, you will head to the highlight of the day [Mt.Fuji(Fuji Subaru Line 5th station)]. It is about 20km and 40 minutes from the Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center at the foot of the mountain. Also, general vehicles cannot run from mid-July to mid-September, so use the bus during that time.
35 min
4
Lunch
Parking MAPCODE：
１２：５０
Speaking of lunch in Yamanashi, “Hoto” is recommended. Please refer driving map. In particular, there are many Hoto restaurants around Lake Kawaguchiko, so be sure to visit them.
20 min
5
Oshino Hakkai
Parking MAPCODE：
１４：１０
[Oshino Hakkai] near Lake Yamanakako are eight springs where the underground water of Mt. Fuji comes up. It is registered as a World Cultural Heritage along with Mt. Fuji.
Please use either of the following parking lots.
Hinodeya Parking Lot（ひのでや駐車場）: MAPCODE 161 130 608
Ikemoto Parking Lot（池本駐車場）: MAPCODE 161 130 849
100 min
It is about 120km from Oshino Hakkai to Tokyo. If there is no traffic jam, it takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes on the Chuo Expressway(E68 & E20).
6
Rental car branch at Haneda Airport, Narita Airport or Tokyo
Parking MAPCODE：
Please refer driving mapWhat is MAPCODE?
１７：３０
This is the end of this road trip.
①Returning a car at Haneda Airport
They provide a free shuttle bus from the branch to the airport. Normally it takes 15-20 min but may take up to 1 hour during busy times.
②Returning a car at Narita Airport
If you use Narita Airport, please be aware that it is about 70km from central Tokyo and about 1 hour by expressway. They provide a free shuttle bus from the branch to the airport. Normally it takes 15-30 min but may take up to 1 hour during busy times.
③Returning a car in Tokyo
Traffic jams often occur in Tokyo. Be sure to return your car with plenty of time to spare.
There are 80,000 restaurants in Tokyo! Enjoy your last Japanese meal before returning to your home country as much as you want!
The driving map will show additional 10-20 spots for the day! You will travel only to your favorite spots.
Check pin color and MAPCODE usage.
If you are planning to stay overnight in Tokyo, we recommend the following places.
①Shinjuku Station
Convenient for sightseeing, shopping, and eating.
②Shibuya Station
Convenient for sightseeing, shopping, and eating.
③Tokyo Station
Recommended for travelers who will take Shinkansen.
④Haneda Airport
There are some huge hotels at the airport.
⑤Narita Airport
As you may know, Narita Airport is located 80km away from Tokyo and takes about 2 hours by car. Please travel well in advance of your schedule.
- Inn Type
There are about 3,000 inns in Tokyo. Please book at your preferred type of inn. - Parking
Some inns have official parking but in addition to the accommodation fee, the parking lot fee will be charged separately. - Onsen
A few inns provide onsen. - Meal Plan Reservations
There are 80,000 restaurants in Tokyo. As many restaurants are open till midnight, it is recommended to book your inns with breakfast only or without meals.