Sightseeing GuideThe Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi Area
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Loads of sighsteeing spots for magnificent views of Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan.
Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain, is located about 100 kilometers west of Tokyo, and on its northern side lie the Fuji Five Lakes. To the southeast of the moutain is Hakone, and the Tanzawa Range is to the east.
At 3776 meters, Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan, and its solitary peak and gentle curves are surrounded by rich, verdant and unspoiled nature. The mountain attracts many climbers during summer, while in winter, its snow-covered slopes gleam pure white in the sun. Known as a sacred mountain, Mount Fuji is a climb that everyone should undertake once in their life.
Gotemba Premium Outlets®
With around 210 shops offering many well-known brand labels at discount prices, this shopping mall is always bustling with visitors.
Fuji-Q Highland
An amusement park with 14 rides appearing in the Guiness Book of World Records, Fuji-Q Highland draws thrill-seekers from around Japan and throughout the world. Hold onto your hat as you take on the Fujiyama, a monster roller coaster with a 70-meter drop.
Oshino-hakkai (Eight Springs of Mount Fuji)
Just a few kilometers from Lake Yamanaka, these springs are fed with water that has been filtered for more than 20 years and is so clear you can see the fish swimming at the bottom of the ponds.
Snowtown Yeti
About 30 minutes from the Gotermba interchange! A prime location to ski with Mount Fuji in the background.
Lake Kawaguchiko Pleasure Cruise
The Lake Kawaguchi pleasure cruise "En Soleil" is a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station, and the landing area is at Funatsu Beach on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi.
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The Autumn Colors of Hana no Miyako Park at Lake Yamanaka
The cosmoses and colorful autumn leaves are beautiful with Mount Fuji in the background. The 5 million cosmoses dressed in brilliant colors are a sight not to be missed.
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AddressHana no Miyako Park at Lake Yamanaka
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DurationMid-September to early November
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The Sunset Shore and Fall Colors Festival at Lake Yamanaka
Mixed among a forest with more than 10 varieties of maple and large zelkovas is a stand of Japanese red pines. When the season for fall foliage comes around, the locals love to walk in Ryokuchi Park, which is located in the Asahigaoka area on the southern edge of Lake Yamanaka.
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AddressAsahigaoka Kohan Ryokuchi Park at Lake Yamanaka
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DurationLate October to mid-November
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Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Matsuri (festival)
Held on the north end of Lake Kawaguchi where the tree foliage is dyed in brilliant colors. The hallmark feature is the Maple Leaf Corridor (momiji kairo). Walk along the row with the beautiful fall leaves all around you. From sundown to 22:00, illumination provides a special way to enjoy them.
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AddressThe Kawaguchi Nashigawa River area at Lake Kawaguchi
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DurationStart to late November
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FANTASEUM, an Art Illumination at Lake Yamanaka
With illumination in the background, Mount Fuji floats faintly in this display of the imagination. You will find this and other artworks incorporating illumination on the vast grounds of Hana no Miyako Park. During the Christmas season, there is a fireworks display every Saturday.
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AddressHana no Miyako Park at Lake Yamanaka
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DurationLate November to start of January
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Arakura-yama Sengen Park Cherry Blossom Matsuri (festival)
The one time of year when you can view such spectacular scenery that includes Mount Fuji, a pagoda and cherry blossoms in one view. The venue boasts more than 650 Yoshino cherry blossom trees, which convey the tidings of the Japanese spring.
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AddressArakura-yama Sengen Park
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DurationMid- to late April
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Fuji Shibazakura Matsuri (festival)
A carpet of creeping phlox, known as shibazakura in Japanese, shows off its beautiful pink flowers. The majestic scenery presented by the blooming creeping phlox and Mount Fuji will take your breath away. The festival is a popular destination for those visiting from abroad.
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AddressFuji Motosuko Resort
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DurationMid-April to late May
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Lake Kawaguchi Herb Festival
One of the biggest events to be held at Lake Kawaguchi. Purple lavender proudly blooms along the lakeside. The fragrance of lavender wafts through the venue, refreshing the minds and bodies of those present.
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AddressYagasaki and Oishi Parks at Lake Kawaguchi
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DurationMid-June to early July
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Lake Yamanaka – the Fresh Breeze of Hana no Miyako Park
With Mount Fuji in the background, enjoy 300,000 sunflower plants and one million elegant zinnias. Fun events to take part in are a U-pick corn and elegant zinnia collecting. Enjoy the summer at Lake Yamanaka!
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AddressHana no Miyako Park at Lake Yamanaka
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DurationLate July to late August
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Lake Kawaguchi Fireworks
For this winter fireworks bonanza, a total of 13 fireworks sessions are held on Saturdays and Sundays from mid-January to mid-February and on February 23 (Mount Fuji Day). The fireworks blooming in the clear winter sky are fresh and magical.
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AddressOike Park at Lake Kawaguchi
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DurationSaturdays and Sundays from mid-January to mid-February, and on Thursday, February 23, for Mount Fuji Day
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Saiko Ice Festival
The Juhyo Matsuri (ice tree festival) held at Saiko Yacho-no-Mori Park is a standard feature of winter. Up to 10 meters of soft rime forms on trees, a weather phenomenon in which the water droplets in fog freeze to a surface. You will be swept away in this pure white wonderland with Mount Fuji in the background.
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AddressSaiko Yacho-no-Mori Park
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DurationLate January to mid-February
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Getting to the Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi Area
From Shinjuku Station
By Bus
By Train and Bus
Odakyu Limited ExpressRomancecar
With just the addition of a limited express surchage, use your Discount Pass to enjoy the relaxed comfort of the Romancecar with reserved only seating. See the website for fares, sales locations and other information.
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- Hakone Kamakura 3 Days
- Board the Odakyu Railway for a three-day, two-night tour of the line’s best sightseeing locales! The quaint atmosphere of Hakone, the historical capital of Kamakura, and the lovely coastal views of Enoshima—you can see them all with your three-day Hakone Kamakura Pass.
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- Spiritual locations along the Odakyu Line
- There are many locations along the Odakyu Line known for their spiritual power.
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- Hakone 1 Day
- A course well suited for active travelers, where the charms of Hakone, such as the magnifi cent Mt. Fuji, the talked-about the museum and onsens (hot springs), can be experienced in a day.
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- Fuji Hakone 3 Days
- A 3 day course which will take you to the Fuji area, where you can enjoy a good view of Mt. Fuji, from Hakone. You are sure to enjoy not only sightseeing, but shopping and amusement park as well.
