A Journey Designed for You
[6 Days] Following in Hokusai’s Footsteps in Tokyo, Hakone, Shizuoka and Yamanashi
Private Encounters with Mt. Fuji
Touch the divine with this 6-day pilgrimage to Tokyo, Hakone, Shizuoka, and Yamanashi inspired by Katsushika Hokusai’s Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji landscape prints depicting Japan’s sacred mountain. Each exclusive destination will take you off the beaten path into the heart of nature and Japanese culture.
location_onDestinations | Tokyo, Hakone, Shizuoka or Yamanashi |
event_availableDuration | 6 Days ・Day 1-2 - Tokyo ・Day 3-4 - Hakone ・Day 5-6 - Shizuoka or Yamanashi |
groupRecommended for | Travellers seeking culture, nature, and the legacy of Hokusai |
account_balance_wallet Price | Approx. ¥1,672,000 *The price shown is a sample rate for 2 guests. *Please note that the final price may vary depending on the selected experience and options. |
Destinations
Tokyo
A city where tradition influences innovation and the new carries with it echoes of the country’s great past. The spirit of feudal Japan, when Hokusai lived and created, remains perfectly preserved in this singular place.
Hakone
With its healing hot springs, stunning nature vistas, and majestic views of Mt. Fuji, every corner of Hakone is like a stunning painting brought to life.
Shizuoka
The power of nature is palpable all throughout Shizuoka. A land shaped by powerful volcanic activity, it today delights with the bounty of the land and sea, hot springs, and beautiful coastlines.
Yamanashi
A gateway to Japan’s treasure trove of nature. Surrounded by mountains and forests, Yamanashi heals the body and soul with its clean air, fresh produce, relaxing hot springs, and tranquil landscapes.
Experience Themes
Japanese Cuisine
Combine your spiritual pilgrimage with a culinary journey rooted in the unique food cultures of each region surrounding Mt. Fuji.
Arts & Crafts
Connect with the spirit of Hokusai and craft your own unique work of art through specially curated painting and dyeing experiences.
Traditional Culture
Whether it be Zen meditation or a hot spring soak, your encounter with traditional Japan will be enhanced by the majestic views of Mt. Fuji.
Private City Tour
Deepen your knowledge of Japan with a guided car tour that will bring you closer to the heart of Mt. Fuji, the lands surrounding it, and the country’s mountain worship.
Journey Outline
Day 1-2 in Tokyo
pagesExperiences: See Tokyo through Hokusai’s eyes with a visit to the Hokusai Museum followed by a walk through the area where the artist lived and worked. Channel it all into an ink painting and dyeing experience to understand Hokusai’s process firsthand.
villaAccommodation: Available on request
Directions_railwayTransportation: Limited Express Romancecar from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto
Day 3-4 in Hakone
pagesExperiences: Relax your body and mind through Zen meditation, a scenic tour around Lake Ashi, and hot spring soaks, all while enjoying the same views of Mt. Fuji that once fascinated Hokusai.
villaAccommodation: MONS GORA (recommended)
Directions_railwayTransportation: Private Car with Driver from your accommodation in Hakone to your next stay in Shizuoka or Yamanashi
Days 5-6 in Shizuoka (Route A)
pagesExperiences: Stroll through the Shuzenji Onsen hot spring area or visit a shrine offering seascape views forever immortalized in the works of Hokusai.
villaAccommodation: Ochiairo (recommended)
Days 5-6 in Yamanashi (Route B)
pagesExperiences: Climb to the Mt. Fuji 5th Station, passing through the splendor of nature and venturing into the heart of Mt. Fuji worship.
villaAccommodation: nôtori (recommended)
Curated Cultural Journey
This 6-day experience is fully customizable based on your interests and preferences.
Please inquire for detailed pricing and options.
Day 1Travel Back in Time to Feudal Japan by Tracing the Life of Katsushika Hokusai
- Expand your mind with a guided tour of the Sumida Hokusai Museum.
- Observe a traditional sushi chef process a block of tuna in a rented-out restaurant in Sumida Ward, the place where Hokusai was born and worked.
- Savor the same food that one of Japan’s most famous artists could have enjoyed during his lifetime.
Private City Tour
- Tokyo City Tour (3-hour course)
Route: Sensoji Temple → Walk along Nakamise Street
Experience
Day 2Bring Out the Mt. Fuji Within You During an Exclusive Art Experience
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- Create an authentic woodblock print using traditional techniques at a printing workshop established over 160 years ago during the Edo Period (1603 – 1868).
- Receive a Hokusai souvenir print crafted by a veteran artisan.
- Alternatively, feel a millennium of history under your fingertips with a kataezome stencil dyeing experience.
- Choose from a range of motifs inspired by ukiyo-e paintings and prints that were the domain of Katsushika Hokusai.
Take your pick from the following experiences:
Days 3-4Align Your Body and Mind with Onsen and Zen
- Rise above the distractions of the material world through guided Zen meditation at the historic Tokoan retreat.
- Allow the soothing sounds of master bamboo flutist Lenzan Kudo to transport you to a new plane of consciousness.
- Tour the Lake Ashi area in a private car with your own driver.
Take your pick from the following experiences:
Other Options
- Tour the Lake Ashi area in a private car with your own driver.
Accommodation Option
Recommended Accommodation MONS GORA
location_onGora, Hakone
villaVilla
Restaurant Breakfast and Dinner are available for an additional fee
cards_starWabunka Exclusive: Lake Ashinoko Tour (Optional)
Other Accommodation Options Gen Hakone Gora Hotel
location_onGora, Hakone
villaHotel
RestaurantBreakfast, Dinner
cards_starWabunka Exclusive: Special Herb Tea Set, Zazen Meditation, Shakuhachi Flute Meditation (Optional)
Days 5-6 (Route A)Calm Your Mind at the End of Your Journey with Views of Mt. Fuji from the Suruga Bay
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- Visit the Shuzenji Onsen hot spring resort town, relax by the Osezaki Kamiike Pond, and marvel at the torii gate at Moroguchi Shrine during a private car tour with your own guide and driver.
- Experience the elegance of an overnight stay at Ochiairo or Fuji Seiran.
Experience
- Guided private car tour
Enjoy a guided private car tour from your hotel in Hakone to your accommodation in Izu, with stops at Shuzenji Onsen, Osezaki Kamiike Pond, and Moroguchi Shrine along the way.
Accommodation Options
Recommended AccommodationOchiairo
location_onIzu, Shizuoka
villaRyokan (Traditional Inn)
RestaurantBreakfast, Dinner
cards_starWabunka Exclusive: Private architecture tour
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Other Accommodation OptionsFuji Seiran
location_onIzu, Shizuoka
villaHotel
RestaurantBreakfast, Dinner
cards_starWabunka Exclusive: Take a tour by private car around the local area, including several picturesque shrines and scenic landscapes (Optional)
Days 5-6 (Route B)Find Inner Peace at the Mt. Fuji 5th Station
- Ascend Mt. Fuji to the renowned 5th Station, enjoying a curated access to Japan’s sacred peak.
- Go on a spiritual pilgrimage and connect with the rich heritage of Japan’s mountain worship.
- Indulge in exquisite, exclusive cuisine at nôtori, an elegant forest auberge where the head chefs craft culinary delights before your very eyes.
Experience
- Mountain Worship Tour
Climb to the 5th station of Mt. Fuji and learn about Japan’s mountain worship.
Accommodation Option
nôtori
location_onYamanashi
villaAuberge
RestaurantBreakfast and Dinner are available for an additional fee
cards_starWabunka Exclusive: Mountain Worship Tour
Things to know
How It Works |
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Booking Deadline | Bookings should generally be made at least 60 days in advance. For requests made closer to the experience date, please contact us for availability. |
Number of Participants | Up to 6 people per booking Please note that depending on the accommodation selected, the group may be split into two separate rooms. Arrangements for groups of 7 or more may be possible depending on the specific experience selected. Please contact us in advance for details. |
Cancellation Policy | This plan includes experiences or accommodations that may incur cancellation fees starting 34 days before the first day of travel. Please note that certain experiences or accommodations may have stricter cancellation policies that begin even earlier. We will inform you of any such cases when we share your detailed itinerary. |
Further Remarks | This plan includes fees under the following categories: - Accommodation: Category A Please note that the category of accommodation and transportation may vary depending on your selection. The price does not include accommodation in Tokyo. For the 5th and 6th days, you can choose between the Shizuoka course and the Yamanashi course. |
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[6 Days] Following in Hokusai’s Footsteps in Tokyo, Hakone, Shizuoka and Yamanashi
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