8 Tokyo Spa Experiences Worth Booking

1.Private Tour to Fuji/Hakone – Onsen, Art, Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 10 hours · from $322Our pick

Escape Tokyo for a private 10-hour trip through Hakone and the Fuji area. Your guide may include Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, Tenzan Onsen, tea stops, mountain viewpoints, and the Open-Air Museum or Pola Museum. Hotel pickup is available within Tokyo’s 23 wards. Guides speak English, French, or Japanese, and the route can be adjusted to your interests.

“It was really great day with Lenny, comfortable car, interesting locations and friendly atmosphere. We were enjoying every moment. Thank you Lenny!”

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2.Mt. Fuji, Hakone Private Tour from Tokyo – Onsen, Arts and Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews

Spend 9 to 10 hours with a private English, French, or Japanese-speaking guide such as Elie, Lucas, Lenny, Evan, or Dominik. From Tokyo, you’ll follow scenic Hakone roads to Fuji viewpoints, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, a 400-year-old tea house, an onsen, and either the Open-Air Museum or Pola Museum. Lunch and admissions cost extra.

“This was an amazing experience! Elie is so professional and knowledgeable. Very engaging! The onsen is definitely and immersive experience that will take you out of your comfort zone and in to a world of relaxation. I highly recommend this tour with Elie. You will not regret it. 5 stars isn't enough.”

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

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

Spend eight hours exploring Mt. Takao with guide Jordan from Irie Tokyo Tours. Ride a cable car or chair lift, visit the monkey park, walk to the summit for possible Mt. Fuji views, eat Hachioji ramen or soba, explore Yakuo-in, and relax at a tattoo-friendly natural hot spring. The group is limited to seven people.

“Jordan was an amazing guide! So much fun and I would easily do it again🙌🏻”

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

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

Travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, the postcard pagoda at Shinkurayama Asama Park, and Oshino Hakkai’s clear spring ponds. Finish with two hours at Konohananoyu Onsen, or choose Gotemba Premium Outlets on some weekdays. Guides such as Anna, Ken, and Coco have helped make the day easy and friendly, but traffic and weather shape the experience.

“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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5.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 guided Mt. Takao hike through temple grounds, forest trails, and mountain viewpoints. Choose an easier or harder route, learn about local Buddhist and Shinto traditions, then use the included return cable car or lift ticket before soaking at Takaosan Onsen. Fuji may appear on clear days.

“Good service Assistance was efficient one cancellation of tour not expected , but replaced by very efficient guide his name is Bek, he was wonderful”

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6.Mt. Fuji 5th, Oshino Hakkai, Onsen Full-Day Trip From Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $56

Ride from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, Oshino Hakkai, and either Konohananoyu hot spring or Gotemba Premium Outlets. Guides such as Anna, Andrew, Kristy, and David lead multilingual groups of up to 45 people. Winter departures replace the 5th Station with Arakurayama Sengen Park.

“The guide helped me decide between the onsen and the outlet mall. I enjoyed walking for about 2 hours through the mall. I basically only went into watch shops. I hope to return and ride the horses.”

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7.Tattoo-friendly open-air Onsen & drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $41Best value

Meet Alisa near Oshiage for a guided visit to a tattoo-friendly onsen in central Tokyo. You receive admission, rental towels, and an alcoholic or soft drink, then use five indoor baths and an open-air bath on the correct gender day. The open-air bath offers Tokyo Skytree views, while the guide explains local bathing rules before you enter.

“A great time was had and I encourage anyone who hasn’t to try it. Those with tattoos get to experience something like this and I think that’s pretty awesome.”

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

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

Travel from Tokyo in a small 10-seater vehicle to Fuji Five Lakes sights, seasonal Oishi Park or Maple Corridor, Oshino Hakkai, and Lake Yamanaka. Your bilingual driver-guide, possibly Jason or Li, handles the route while you explore mostly on your own. Finish with a relaxing hot spring visit, admission paid separately.

“I’ve lived here for years but never visited Fuji this way. The tour was smooth, well-paced, and soaking in the hot springs at Lake Yamanaka added a relaxing touch. Great for locals too!”

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