Mt. Fuji Area Private Tour from Shizuoka Station

Lake Tanuki is where photographers go, not where tour buses park.

A private sedan taxi tour departing from Shizuoka Station visits three Mt. Fuji World Heritage sites in 6 hours: Lake Tanuki (a quiet photo spot favored by locals), Shiraito and Otodome Falls (fed by Mt. Fuji spring water), and Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine (the head shrine of over 1,300 Sengen shrines across Japan). An English or French-speaking guide travels with you. Transport, highway tolls and parking are included. The sedan fits up to two guests comfortably plus the guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Mt. Fuji area private sightseeing tour

• Travel from Shizuoka Station to Lake Tanuki
• Enjoy photo spots and leisure at Lake Tanuki
• Drive to Shiraito and Otodome Falls
• Visit Shiraito and Otodome Falls
• Travel to Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine
• Explore Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine
• Return to JR Shizuoka Station

The Experience

You're picked up at JR Shizuoka Station and driven to Lake Tanuki, one of the most photographed vantage points of Mt. Fuji among serious photographers. Unlike the crowded Lake Kawaguchi where cruise ship passengers cluster, Tanuki stays peaceful: a place where local people actually spend their weekends and camp. You have time to linger and take in the view before heading to the falls.

The route then takes you to Shiraito and Otodome Falls, two cascades fed almost entirely by Mt. Fuji spring water and designated part of the Mt. Fuji World Heritage site. The falls sit close to each other, so you can visit both without backtracking. A viewing area is accessible to wheelchair users. The sound and spray of the water make this a place to slow down rather than rush through.

The final stop is Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine, built in the 9th century to protect the region from volcanic eruptions and now recognized as the foremost shrine among the 1,300+ Sengen shrines dedicated to Mt. Fuji throughout Japan. Your guide provides context for each site, and the sedan taxi means no waiting for group departures or sharing stops with other travelers. All three locations are wheelchair accessible, and the tour works for families with infants (specialized seats are available) and for all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Private sedan taxi transportation from JR Shizuoka Station to all three sites and back.
• English or French-speaking guide.
• highway toll road fees.
• parking fees at each location.

Days and timesDaily · 11 departure times, from 08:00 to 13:00

Meeting point and pickupNo pickup · ends where it startsMeeting point, per the operator: “Your guide waits for you showing your Name-Sign around Shinkansen bullet train ticket gate of Shizuoka Station. If you stay at a hotel very close to the station…”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Local Travel Partners,Inc

Is this one for you?This is a private tour, so you travel at your own pace without waiting for group departures or sharing stops with other travelers. It suits anyone arriving at Shizuoka Station with a free afternoon and wanting to see the quieter side of Mt. Fuji (the places locals go rather than the crowded photo spots) with a guide who can explain the history and significance of each site.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

Is Lake Tanuki crowded with other tourists like Lake Kawaguchi?

Lake Tanuki stays quiet and local. Unlike Lake Kawaguchi, which fills with cruise ship passengers and foreign tour groups, Tanuki is where residents go to relax and camp, so you get a more peaceful experience and better light for photographs.

What exactly are Shiraito and Otodome Falls?

Shiraito and Otodome Falls are two waterfalls fed by Mt. Fuji spring water and recognized as part of the Mt. Fuji World Heritage site. They sit very close to each other, so you visit both in one stop. The water and the sound of the falls make it a place to spend time rather than just pass through.

Why is Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine significant?

Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine was built in the 9th century to protect the region from Mt. Fuji's volcanic eruptions. It became the head shrine of over 1,300 Sengen shrines dedicated to Mt. Fuji across Japan, making it the foremost shrine in the network.

How many people can fit in the sedan taxi?

The sedan comfortably seats up to two guests plus the guide. While the vehicle's capacity is technically three guests plus a guide, the rear seat is tight for three larger passengers, so the operator recommends the sedan for two travelers and suggests a van taxi for groups of three.

Does the 6-hour tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included in the tour. The 6 hours covers private transportation, the three sites, guide time, highway tolls and parking fees, but you'll need to arrange or purchase food separately.

Can I book this tour if I use a wheelchair?

Yes. All three sites (Lake Tanuki, Shiraito and Otodome Falls, and Fujisan Hongu Sengen Shrine) are wheelchair accessible, and the sedan taxi itself is wheelchair accessible. Viewing areas at the falls are also set up for wheelchair users.