8 recommended sightseeing spots around Kawaguchiko
Lake Kawaguchi was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2013 as part of the "Mt. Fuji - Object of Faith and Source of Art" component. Fuji and many other scenic spots in nature around this area. In this issue, we will introduce eight recommended sightseeing spots, ranging from such scenic spots to rest areas where you can stop by during your trip.
<Recommended sightseeing spots around Lake Kawaguchi
- 1 Oshino Hakkai
- 2 Koyadai (Autumn leaves viewing platform)
- 3 Narusawa Ice Cave
- 4 Roadside Station Katsuyama
- 5 Oishi Park
- 6 Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace
- 7 Lake Yamanakako Panorama Stand
- 8 Kawaguchiko General Park
<Glamping resort to enjoy the nature of Lake Kawaguchi>.
<Recommended sightseeing spots around Lake Kawaguchi
1Oshinohakkai
A scenic power spot where melted snow water from Mt.
Fuji World Heritage Site in 2013, Oshinohakkai is a spring-fed pond whose source is subterranean water from Mt. In the past, there was a lake called Lake Oshino in this area. Fuji erupted many times, and after a long period of time, Lake Oshino dried up, but there remain several spring ponds that are fed by subterranean water from Mt. Fuji, and water that has flowed underground for several decades has gushed out from the surface of the rocks.
8 springs with various landscapes
Fuji is clearly reflected on the surface of the water and a magnificent "upside-down Fuji" can be seen. Fuji is clearly reflected on the surface of the water when the conditions are right.
Fuji from Oshino is called "Oshino Fuji," and the thatched-roof buildings with Mt. Fuji in the background are now popular photo spots. Fuji. In addition to being photogenic, Oshino Fuji is also known in recent years as a power spot, attracting many tourists not only from Japan but also from overseas.
- Oshino Hachikai
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Fuji Station, take the Fuji Kyuko Bus bound for Uchino, and get off at the Ebisuya-mae stop (approx. 16 min.).
Free of charge
0555-84-4221
No parking (There is a private parking lot nearby.)
2Benihadai
Fuji and the Aokigahara Sea of Trees.
Momijidai is located on the ridge of Ashiwada Mountain on the north side of Mt. Momijidai, located about 10 minutes from the Momijidai Iriguchi bus stop, is reached by a 30-minute uphill walk from the entrance of the hiking course. From the observatory, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Fuji and the "Aokigahara Sea of Trees" stretching from its foot. Fuji and the Aokigahara Sea of Trees that stretches from the foot of the mountain. On the other side, you can see Lake Nishiko, one of the Fuji Five Lakes.
As the name "Momiji-dai" suggests, this area is famous for its autumn foliage. During the fall foliage season, the contrast between the northern foot of Fuji, which gradually turns red from the foot of the mountain, and snow-covered Mt.
Family sightseeing is also recommended
A 20-minute walk up the mountain from Momiji-dai is Sankodai, where you will find Lake Saiko and Lake Motosuko. Here, you can look out over Lake Saiko, Lake Motosu, and Lake Shojin. If you are tired from walking, it is recommended to take a rest at the plaza here.
The course from "Momiji-dai" to "Sankodai" and beyond to "Gokodai" is a gentle trail along a ridge, perfect for family hikers. This course is part of the Tokai Nature Trail, which connects the Meiji no Mori Takao Quasi-National Park in Tokyo and the Meiji no Mori Minoh Quasi-National Park in Osaka.
- Momijidai (Momijidai Rest House)
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From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fuji Kyuko Bus bound for Motosuko Rest House (approx. 25 min.), alight at Momijidai Iriguchi and get off at Momijidai Iriguchi (approx. 40 min.).
0555-85-2312(Narusawa Village Office)
Use the Momijidai Rest House Parking Lot and Momijidai Drive-in Parking Lot.
3Narusawa Ice Cave
Feel a sense of adventure in a pit-shaped cave! Mysterious Ice World
Narusawa Ice Cave, located at the eastern entrance of the Aokigahara Sea of Trees, is one of the representative lava caves at the foot of Mt. Stepping into the cave, you will feel the cool, chilly air. The cave was so named because the average temperature inside is as low as 3 degrees Celsius and it is covered with ice all year round.
The circular cave is like a natural adventure world. Some of the caves have ceilings as low as 91 cm, and walking through them makes you feel like an adventurer.
Don't miss the huge natural icicles!
In the past, ice was brought here from the lake in the winter and used as natural storage in the summer. Some of this is still recreated in the cave.
The most impressive feature is the natural icicles formed by water drops seeping through the ceiling and freezing. Every year, depending on the year, these icicles can be as large as 50 cm in diameter and 3 m in height. This beautiful natural art is created every winter and spring, and can be seen until early autumn.
In 1929, the site was designated as a natural monument by the Ministry of Education, and is considered globally valuable in the field of geology.
- Narusawa Ice Cave
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From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fujikyu Bus bound for Motosuko Rest House or Shimobe Hot Spring Resort, 25 minutes, alight at Hyouana (ice cave), 5 minutes.
9:00-17:00
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
*Opening hours may be earlier or extended depending on the season.
Closed for about 10 days in winter for cave safety inspections.
Adults 350 yen, elementary school students 200 yen, children under elementary school age free
0555-85-2301
Free of charge
4Roadside Station Katsuyama
Take a relaxing break at the roadside station while enjoying the view of Lake Kawaguchi
Michi-no-Eki Katsushima, located on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi, is a popular rest spot where you can take a breather on the way to sightseeing.
At the Restaurant in the cute building with a clock tower, you can taste "Itoriki Curry," an authentic Japanese-style Indian curry that contains no salt or flour and is exquisitely flavored with a variety of spices.
A circular observation deck on the second floor of the station building with a view of Lake Kawaguchi and a store where souvenirs and local products can be purchased provide visitors with a fulfilling rest time.
Enjoy a picnic or a stroll in the adjacent Koumi Park.
In front of the roadside station, you can enjoy the vast grassy "Koumi Park" and Lake Kawaguchi. A picnic with a view of the lake is recommended during the day on sunny days. Walking trails are also maintained along the shore of Kawaguchi Lake, where you can enjoy the poetic waterside scenery and walks in each of the four seasons. The beautiful evening view of the lake at sunset is also indescribably beautiful.
- Roadside Station Katsuyama
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From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fuji Kyuko Bus bound for Nishiko and get off at "Michi no Eki Katuyama" (Roadside Station) (20 minutes).
9:00-17:00
Open all year round
0555-72-5633
Free of charge
5Oishi Park
Fuji and the Aokigahara Sea of Trees. Fuji, lakes, and seasonal flowers
Oishi Park, located on the north shore of Kawaguchi Lake, is a spot where visitors can take a rest and enjoy the spectacular view of Mt.
There is a large free parking lot, and it is also a popular resting place for bicycle and motorcycle touring. It is also recommended for families with children, as there are playground equipment such as swings, sandboxes, and slides. There is also a shopping spot within the park. At the "Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan" you can buy specialty blueberry products, and at the "Oishiya" agricultural products direct sales shop, you can get fresh local vegetables.
Hana Kaido (flower highway) where you can enjoy the view of the four seasons
Visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers along the 350-meter-long flower highway that stretches along the lakeside promenade. The lavender flowers that bloom from mid-June to mid-July are especially famous, and the "Kawaguchiko Herb Festival" is held every year during this period, attracting many tourists. Visitors can enjoy tulips, rape blossoms, and lawn cherry blossoms in spring, Niagara (begonia) from early summer to fall, and kochia leaves in fall, offering a different view each time they visit.
- Oishi Park
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From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fujikyu Bus "Kawaguchiko Shuyu Bus" (25 minutes), and get off at the last stop, "Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan" (1 minute).
Open 24 hours a day
Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan is open from 9:00 to 18:00 (until 17:30 in winter from November to March).
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0555-72-3168(Fujikawaguchiko Town Tourism Division)
Free of charge
6Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace
A Commercial Property Surrounded by Nature that's Fun Just to Walk Around
Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace" is located adjacent to Oishi Park. Stores selling sweets, souvenirs, and Japanese sundries produced in Yamanashi Prefecture line the grounds filled with greenery and flowers. It is the perfect place to take a break from sightseeing or to look for that special Yamanashi souvenir.
Fuji and the lake, as well as the history and culture of the Kawaguchi lakeside scenery, the white exterior walls and stone pavement create a charming atmosphere. The deck offers a spectacular view of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt.
Look out for the objects hidden inside the Property!
Another feature of Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace is that "hidden objects" lurk here and there throughout the Property. It is a playful spot where visitors can enjoy walking around while paying attention to objects hidden in various places, such as stone pavement with the "Koshu Hachinka" mark, which is a collective name for eight representative fruits of Yamanashi Prefecture, including grapes and peaches, objects of endangered animals, heart-shaped stones and plants, and artists' works made from wood.
- Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace
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From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fujikyuko Bus "Kawaguchiko Shuyu Bus" (25 minutes), and get off at the last stop, "Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan" (2 minutes).
Varies by store
Varies by store
0555-72-9110
Free of charge
7Yamanakako Panorama-dai
One of the best viewpoints of Mt. Fuji in the area
The Yamanakako Panorama-dai, located on the prefectural road leading from Yamanakako to Mikuni Pass, is a famous observation deck from which visitors can view Lake Yamanaka below and Mt. Fuji. Depending on the weather, you can even see as far as the Southern Alps, and more and more people visit the observatory to take pictures.
Depending on the time of day and weather conditions, you may be able to see a scene that is unique to that day, but the most beautiful time to visit is at dusk. The lake's surface turns bright red at dusk, creating a magical moment.
When the weather is nice, it is recommended to walk up the mountain from the shore of Lake Yamanaka. From Lake Yamanaka, it takes about 30 minutes to reach Panorama-dai. Autumn, when the entire area is covered with silver grass, is also a great time to take a walk.
- Lake Yamanakako Panorama Stand
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From Fuji Station, take the bus bound for "Doshi Shogakko-mae" (35 minutes), get off at "Hiranoya-mae" (40 minutes walk).
0555-62-9977(Tourism Division, Yamanakako Village Office)
Free of charge
8Kawaguchiko General Park
Large lawn and ample playground equipment for parents and children to enjoy
Kawaguchiko Sogo Koen (Kawaguchiko Comprehensive Park) has a large lawn area that is loved by locals. The park has a wide variety of playground equipment for children and parents to enjoy together, including a large playground complex with a slide, climbing rope, and a large sandbox. A wooden boardwalk that winds around the edge of the park allows visitors to walk through the large trees and enjoy a relaxing moment in nature.
- Kawaguchiko General Park
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From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fuji Kyuko Bus bound for "Mt. Fuji Fifth Station" (approx. 4 min.), get off at "Visitor Center" (19 min.).
0555-72-3168(Fujikawaguchiko Town Tourism Division)
Free of charge
<Glamping resort to enjoy the nature of Lake Kawaguchi>.
After enjoying sightseeing, head to HOSHINOYA Fuji, a hillside glamping resort built in a national park overlooking Lake Kawaguchi. Spending time by the fire, enjoying meals in the forest, and the exhilaration of exercising in nature are all extraordinary experiences that everyone instinctively feels comfortable with, but that are difficult to experience in modern city life.
9HOSHINOYA Fuji
Enjoy outdoor experiences in the vast forest
HOSHINOYA Fuji is Japan's first glamping resort, located on a hillside overlooking Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Fuji Five Lakes lying at the foot of Mt. Glamping masters who know nature inside and out will help you to move your body in nature and enjoy glamping more deeply. Activities range from those that are easy to participate in to those that are a real challenge under the supervision of a professional instructor. Our glamping masters will make the best suggestions.
Meals are prepared by a chef who loves the wild life. The meals are prepared using Dutch ovens and other equipment, making the most of the ingredients that nature has to offer, such as game (game meat). You can enjoy the pleasure of cooking together with your friends and feel the breeze as you eat. Please spend a luxurious time enjoying the great outdoors at HOSHINOYA Fuji.
- HOSHINOYA Fuji
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Approx. 18 min. from JR Kawaguchiko Station by car
0570-073-066(Reservation)
Available
Click here for reservations
HOSHINOYA Fuji Reservation Site
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