15 Onsen & Spa Days near Tokyo to Book Now

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

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

Leave Tokyo in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for Hakone viewpoints, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, and Tenzan Onsen. Your guide can tailor the day, and guides such as Elie, Lenny, and Evan have led trips in English, French, or Japanese. Museum visits may also be part of the route, but check how they fit the ten-hour schedule.

“The day trip to Hakone was so great. Elie is an excellent guide, very knowledgeable about Japanese history and culture. He took us to all the best spots and explained everything very clearly to us. The lunch and onsen experiences were incredible too. Definitely recommend Elie as your guide!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews

Leave Tokyo at 8:30 am with a private English, Japanese or French-speaking guide and spend about 9 to 10 hours exploring Hakone and the Mt. Fuji region by car. The day can include scenic mountain roads, Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, a 400-year-old teahouse, an onsen and an art museum. Guides such as Elie, Lucas, Lenny, Evan and Dominik lead the tour, with stops adjusted to your interests and the weather.

“Our tour was amazing. Lucas, our Driver and guide, was prompt with pickup and continued that throughout the day. We started at Mt Fuji and spectacular views and ended with an Onsen in Hakone before driving back to Tokyo. We couldn't hRead more”

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3.Mount Fuji 5th Station & Onsen Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 75 reviews · 1 day · from $50

Ride from Tokyo to Mount Fuji’s 5th Station in season, or Shinkurayama Asama Park outside its opening period. Visit Oshino Hakkai, then choose a hot spring or outlet stop when the schedule allows. English and Chinese guiding is offered; guide Lin Tian Anna has been praised for clear, helpful tips, though guide assignments can vary.

“Standing at Fuji's 5th Station and seeing the mountain up close was so worth the cold winter wind — the views of Mt. Fuji from there were breathtaking. The hot spring afterwards warmed me right up, and the matcha served with the onsen was the perfect finish.”

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4.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 English-speaking guide Jordan and a group of no more than seven. Ride the mountain cable car or chair lift, visit a monkey park and temple, enjoy a local lunch, and finish at a tattoo-friendly hot spring. Fuji views depend on the weather, and the hot spring visit is nude and separated by gender.

“Super friendly guy, told us many interesting things about the shrines and our surroundings. The Onsen was a bit small, but it was super relaxing and the best finish to a two hour hike up to Mt. Takao! Thank you so much for your work!”

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

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

Ride from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, the postcard view at Shinkurayama Asama Park and Oshino Hakkai’s spring ponds. Depending on the day and operating arrangements, finish with a two-hour stop at Konohananoyu Onsen or time at Gotemba Premium Outlets. English and Chinese guide service is offered, with recent guides including Anna, Ken, Coco and Jacob.

“The tour was well-organized from start to finish: the bus was comfortable and on time, the guide was friendly and helpful, and the schedule balanced sightseeing and relaxation perfectly. I’d definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience the best of Mt. Fuji and a classic Japanese hot spring day!”

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6.Kowakien Yunessun Hot Springs Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $8Best value

Spend a day at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, where you can choose swimsuit-friendly pools and themed baths, plus a separate traditional hot spring area if your ticket includes it. Expect wine, coffee, tea, and sake baths, an outdoor mountain-view pool, and family water play. Bring swimwear and a towel, and check your ticket’s coverage before booking.

“We did not attend due to the clothing /swimsuit issue”

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7.Forest Bathing in Temple and Enjoy onsen with healing power

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $104

Meet your nationally certified guide at Odawara Station at 9am for a six-hour outing to Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple. Travel by train and bus, walk beneath cedar and cypress trees more than 500 years old, hear temple folklore, then stop for lunch and an onsen soak. Akihiro-san is one guide associated with the tour; groups are capped at six.

“The day was perfect for a nice walk up towards a very famous temple, forest, bathing, good exercise, beautiful temple shrines and buildings made of Cedar and Cypress wood. Ending with the delicious lunch at a local tea house.”

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

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

Ride from Tokyo in a small group of up to nine to see Mt. Fuji from Oishi Park, Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanaka, with time at Oshino Hakkai and a hot spring. Your driver-guide speaks basic English, so plan to explore most stops on your own. Hotel pickup is available in selected districts; hot spring admission is extra.

“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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9.Private Motorcycle Tour – Fuji, Hakone, Onsen

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 10 hours · from $548

Ride from Tokyo toward Mount Fuji and Hakone with a private guide, stopping for views, Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, and a traditional onsen. Guides include Elie and Evan, and the day can be shaped around riding, sightseeing, or a longer hot-spring break. Motorcycle rental, meals, and attraction entry fees may cost extra.

“De trip was gaaf. Elie weet een mooie route die je door de bergen heen leidt. In Tokyo ontkom je niet aan file, maar na de snelwegen is het top. Kies niet een te hete dag, want je zweet je rot op de motor met motorjas aan. De onsen erbij is een goede toevoeging, hoewel de pauze misschien ietsje te lang is. Let op: cash bij de onsen is een must. Al met al een gave rit.”

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10.Scalp Care Treatment at a Head Spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $167

At CARINA GINZA, book a two-hour, one-person scalp treatment near Ginza-1-chome Station. Expect a scalp check, water jet peeling, careful massage and a moisturizing pack with sake ingredients. English and Japanese are available. Therapists including Saaya, Maiko and Mieko have been named, though your therapist may vary.

“The experience is one of the most relaxing experiences I have had and I do visit spas often, will miss it!! Myy hair feels great! Maiko is the most friendly and amazing therapist, she will help you out with any questions. The only challenge was I got lost in the building and went to 2 wrong floors, ask about the floor when you are at the door.”

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11.Traverse the Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · 7 hours · from $154

Join nationally certified guide Akihiro Wada for a small-group, 8 to 9 km hike along Hakone’s caldera rim. Expect a steep 400-meter ascent, a long ridge walk, volcanic scenery and, weather permitting, views of Mt. Fuji. After lunch at a local restaurant, finish with a soak in a Hakone onsen.

“This was a really good hike. We got lucky with the weather and the views were amazing. The other great thing was that we got to avoid all the crowds and long queues. Akihiro was very helpful and knowledgeable. He brought good snacks and took great photos. If you enjoy hiking and want to see something different in Hakone I definitely recommend this tour.”

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12.Mt. Fuji Skiing Experience- YETI Ski Resort & Onsen Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $90

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Tokyo to YETI Ski Resort, Japan’s earliest snow park, for beginner-friendly slopes and possible views of Mt. Fuji and Suruga Bay. Afterward, visit Konohana no Yu for an optional hot spring soak. Ski equipment depends on your package; guides have included Wanting and Samuel.

“Excelente, faltó más tiempo en el centro de SKi”

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13.Mount Fuji – Hakone & Onsen Full Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 6 reviews · 10 hours

Spend 10 hours exploring Hakone by private luxury car, with pickup in Tokyo’s 23 wards or at Haneda Airport. Stops include Hakone Shrine, a Lake Ashi cruise, the ropeway and Owakudani, Fuji Yurari Hot Spring, the Open-Air Museum, and Gotemba Premium Outlets. An English-speaking driver handles the driving; drivers praised by name include Mas, though assignments may vary.

“We enjoyed our day and appreciated very much the guidance of Maz, our driver ! He was very clear in explaining each activity and how to do it at the best. Very good driving ! We strongly suggest the private tour as it gives you the opportunity to manage timing at the best. Thanks to Raz !!!”

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14.Onsen Spa in Tokyo and Asakusa Bar Hopping with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 hours · from $160

Spend six hours with an English- or Japanese-speaking local guide, starting at Ryogoku Station and walking to Edoyu for an onsen visit. After a briefing on bath etiquette, you’ll have time to soak on your own, then head to Asakusa for a local walk and a meal on Hoppy Street. Takeshi is a named guide; admission and restaurant costs are extra.

“This tour was absolutely amazing, offering the perfect combination of a local hot spring and a cozy izakaya experience. Starting with a complete relaxation in the hot spring that melted away all the travel fatigue, the beer afterward was simply unbeatable. Takeshi was also an outstanding guide, making this an unforgettable experience I couldn’t recommend more!”

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15.Private 2-Day Tour: Mt Fuji Hakone & Kamakura + Onsen Ryokan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 days · from $838

Travel from Tokyo by private Toyota Alphard or Hiace to Mount Fuji’s lakeside viewpoints and shrines, then stay at Hakone’s Tōnosawa Ichinoyu Honkan ryokan for an onsen and kaiseki dinner. Day two brings a Lake Ashi cruise, Owakudani’s sulfur vents, Odawara Castle and Kamakura’s Great Buddha. English- and Chinese-speaking drivers are offered; one named guide, Keith, was praised for answering questions and allowing time to explore.

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