Cute & Fun E-Car tour following guide around Lake Kawaguchiko
Description
Be a celebrity for 3 hours! Drive a life-sized Tomica Q car, originally inspired by Japanese toy cars. Made in Japan and only available here — they’re unique, fun, super kawaii, and easy to drive! Your safety and comfort are our top priority. We'll guide you to stunning photo spots and take professional photos/videos along the way to make it an unforgettable memory. ‼️ IMPORTANT To drive in Japan, you need a VALID INTERNATIONAL DRIVING PERMIT under the Geneva Convention (booklet format only — cards not accepted). Some countries like France, Germany, Belgium, Taiwan, etc., allow use of their national license + official Japanese translation instead. No valid license? No worries! You can still join as a passenger in the guide car and enjoy the same tour with a mini car photo session. (15,000¥ / cash only) Getting here: Reserve your Fuji Excursion train or Highway Bus early — seats fill up fast! Questions? Contact us anytime via WhatsApp +81 80-9525-4448 or email.
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Itinerary
We start and end our tours just by Kawaguchiko Station, so joining us is super easy and stress-free! Pick-up is at Bus Stop #10, right in front of the Tourist Information Center. From there, we’ll take you on a short, scenic ride to our base camp, located at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Once we arrive, we’ll take a little time to get everything ready together — we’ll go over some simple driving instructions, check your International Driving Permits (IDP) and passports, and answer any questions you might have. You’ll also have the chance to put on fun accessories before the tour starts — a great way to get into the spirit of the adventure and capture some unforgettable photos! We’re here to make sure you feel comfortable, excited, and ready to enjoy a truly unique experience around beautiful Lake Kawaguchiko.
After going through the basic driving instructions, we hit the road in a mini EV and cruise around Lake Kawaguchi for approximately 2 hours, all while enjoying epic views of Mount Fuji, guided by a local expert. We will take you to the best scenic spots of the day where you will have plenty of time for photo opportunities. You will be driving a full-size, 100% Japanese Tomica mini car — super kawaii and totally unique!
We’ll visit Yagisaki Park, which offers a beautiful view of the tiny floating temple — only accessible during the dry season when the lake is at its lowest. From here, you can also enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko, and seasonal lavender fields (best seen in August). This park is also home to the charming Kawaguchiko Muse Museum. Public toilets are available.
Your guide will take you to a charming shrine, park, or quiet neighborhood, where you can enjoy a peaceful moment surrounded by beautiful nature and local scenery.
On the final stretch of the tour, we pass under the iconic Kawaguchiko Bridge, with Mount Fuji rising majestically ahead of us. Along the way, you might spot horse riders and be greeted by friendly locals waving and smiling — a heartwarming part of the experience. We finish the tour right where we started: Kawaguchiko Station.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- !! IMPORTANT !! A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE RECOGNIZED IN JAPAN IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE — WITHOUT IT, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE TOUR AS A DRIVER.
- !! IMPORTANT !! To drive in Japan, you must have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) based on the Geneva Convention — a booklet, not a card. Original licenses alone are not valid, except for a few countries like France or Taiwan, which require a certified translation and the original license. Please check your eligibility before booking.
- Non-driving guests and travelers with children, please get in touch with us directly through email or WhatsApp.
Reviews(58)
If you are in the Kawaguchiko you have to do this. If you are in the Tokyo area, it is one short bus ride from Shinjuku through beauty countryside and forests to get there. The staff will even pick you up and then drop you back off at the bus station. An absolute highlight of our trip and so much fun driving these little cars around the lake and in town. People waving. Beautiful scenery. Mt. Fuji at your feet. What a great day !!! And speaking of the staff, Radka, Andrew and our guide Adam, these three made sure every need was met, safety was priority, they took so many pictures and videos of and for us (they airdropped once the tour was over). Great customer service and very knowledgeable about the surrounding area. We actually learned so much about shrines and temples and the lake and so much more. Just an absolute amazing team and fun adventure that I would recommend to everyone !!!!!
Very dissatisfied, no time to practice, parking on slopes, there is no time to practice at all, it is necessary to drive the car out; then there are problems not to get you *****, force you to ride a private car, and then to charge half the cost; suspect the excess, too many passengers do not have enough car supply! Beware of cheating!
Our experience with Fuji Go Q Tours was absolutely outstanding. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely easy to get along with, which made the entire day even more enjoyable. What truly set this experience apart was his attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond. He captured amazing photos and videos for us—moments we’ll be able to look back on and cherish long after the trip. It felt like having a personal photographer and guide all in one. From start to finish, everything was seamless and well-organized. He ensured we were comfortable, informed, and fully able to enjoy every part of the excursion without any stress. I highly recommend Fuji Go Q Tours to anyone visiting Japan. This was an unforgettable experience, and I’m already looking forward to booking another tour with him in the future. 100/10 would highly recommend
This is amazingly fun. Gorgeous views of Mt Fuji and the lake area. The mini cars are so fun to drive! The host takes photos and shares them, leaving guests to enjoy the experience! They also provide gloves, goggles, & etc. We made several fun stops, tried some great snacks, and enjoyed the day. So fun! Be prepared to have your photo taken by people along the route!
So much fun even in the rain! Historic tidbits peppered with jokes. I would do this again. Thanks so much!! From the second most expensive hotel in Kawaguchiko :)
I did this experience last year and loved it. I came back again this year with family and it was just as amazing as I remembered it. Organising is a breeze and they are super flexible and accommodating. Stefan is so fun to talk to and Katia was an amazing tour guide. They pick you up, take you to the base, give you your induction and then your off and away driving. They select amazing locations to enjoy the view and take photos. They also take awesome photos and videos too. Would definitely recommend this experience for visiting mount fuji. It is genuinely worth it.
Just loved it. So much fun. I think it was about the best way to go around the lake in Kawaguchiko. Would highly recommend!
It’s a great way to see the lake and to see a local shrine. The cars are a fun way to get around. A mission to get to the town but so worth it!
AMAZING First off the team are so nice, got to meet Stefan, Yasue Riley who were all delightful and amazing tour guides. Every scenic spot we went too was 10/10 and driving the Karts on the road was beyond amazing! This tour ticked off so many boxes in one go while also saving step count and we had plenty fun doing it! Special thank you to the team for searching for the missing sling Bag and went out their way to continue looking for it after hours They are the best and highly recommend it!
Honestly, the best thing I did during my three weeks in Japan! The drive was easy and low-pressure. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The views- once in a lifetime! The guides took great pics of us too. I can't recommend this enough!! A great hack too for getting the best views with none of the crazy queues and crowds.
