Local Guide
Fun even on rainy days! 5 Outing Spots around Lake Kawaguchi

Fuji, there are also many outing spots in the Kawaguchiko area that can be enjoyed even on rainy days. Fuji on days when the weather is bad, it is recommended to enjoy Mt. Here are some spots that can be enjoyed even on rainy days.

Fuji and Fuji-Yoshida City Museum, where you can enjoy picking out souvenirs.

Fuji was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2013 as "Mt. Fuji - Object of Faith and Source of Art". Here at the Fuji-san Museum (Museum of History and Folklore of Fuji-Yoshida City), the main theme is to exhibit valuable materials related to the Fuji faith, as well as to introduce the World Cultural Heritage component assets in the Fuji-Yoshida City area and the history, folklore and industry of Fuji-Yoshida City that has lived alongside Mt.

Fuji, as well as the history, folklore, and industry of Fujiyoshida City. Through exhibits such as "Heritage Fuji," which introduces the four seasons and topics related to Mt. Fuji through projection mapping on a large three-dimensional model of Mt. Fuji and rediscover its charms through exhibits such as "Heritage Fuji," which introduces topics related to Mt.

Local Guide Comment
The history of Fuji's religious beliefs is displayed in an easy-to-understand manner. Fuji can be viewed from the Fuji-san Lounge!

Fuji and original Fuji goods on the exterior walls.

Fuji motif on the outside wall.
Fuji motif on the outside wall.

Fuji. The exterior walls of the Property are decorated with a distinctive design inspired by Mt. Fuji, the symbol of Japan. This design is in harmony with the surrounding natural environment and is based on the traditional Japanese "checkered" pattern, referring to the design and color of the fusuma (sliding door) at Katsura Rikyu.

Fuji, and the museum store in the entrance lobby offers a wide variety of goods related to Mt. Fuji and original goods that can only be purchased here, with Kaikki silk ties and umbrellas and Fuji towels being particularly popular.

Fuji-san Museum
  • Address 2288-1 Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida-shi, Yamanashi MAP
  • Bus Direction From Fuji Station, take the Fujikyuko Bus bound for Yamanakako (Lake Yamanaka). 15 minutes and get off at "Sun Park Fuji" (1 minute).
  • Business hours 9:30-17:00 *entry by 16:30
  • Closed Tuesdays (except national holidays), year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 28 - Jan. 1)
  • Admission Fee Adults 400 yen, elementary, junior high, and high school students 200 yen *Shared admission ticket with the former Togawa Family Residence, Goshi
  • TEL 0555-24-2411
  • Parking Free of charge

A music theme park that couples and families can enjoy all day long

This music theme park was created in the image of medieval Europe. Among the must-sees are the automatic musical instruments that were to be installed on the luxury liner "Titanic" and one of the world's largest dance organs. Inside the museum, visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers, including the Rose Garden, which boasts 1,200 roses of 720 varieties in its peak season (June).

At the "Museum Shop in Fairyland," visitors can purchase rare music boxes of various sizes, as well as original chocolates made by a famous chocolatier who won first prize at the 1998 World Chocolate Festival. In addition, both adults and children can enjoy a full day of activities such as a music box making experience.

Don't miss the dance organ performance and sand art live performance

Fuji. It is called a
Fuji. It is called a "dance organ" because it was once installed in dance halls and other places.

In the Organ Hall, an automatic organ built about 100 years ago is collected and introduced. One of the most impressive is the "Dance Organ," one of the world's largest, measuring 13 meters wide and 5 meters high. It incorporates approximately 800 pipes that produce an orchestral tone and several types of percussion instruments, and performs as well as a dozen-piece orchestra.

Another popular program not to be missed is "Sand Art Live," a collaboration of a moving sand picture-story show performance and live violin and piano music. Please check the event schedule and enjoy a variety of experiences.

Local Guide Comment
We also recommend the "Princess Experience," where you can change into a dress and freely walk around the park!
Kawaguchiko Music Box Museum
  • Address YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gunKawaguchi3077-20 MAP
  • Bus Direction From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fujikyu Bus bound for Kawaguchiko (Kawaguchiko Shuyu Bus). 26 minutes and get off at "Orgel Forest Museum" (1 minute).
  • Business hours 9:30-18:00 (last admission 17:00) *Changes according to season.
  • Closed January 21-25, 2019, February 28, 2019 (Thursday)
  • Admission Fee Adults 1,500 yen, college and high school students 1,100 yen, elementary and junior high school students 800 yen
  • TEL 0555-20-4111
  • Parking Free of charge

Water and Forest Theme Park with Aquarium

Fuji," the Sakana Park is located in Oshino Village, known for its "famous water from Mt. The park was opened in the spring of 2001 to preserve the blessed nature in Oshino Village for future generations. The park, with its large lawn, is maintained with a small waterfall fed by a spring from Mt. Fuji, and the spring water flows into the park's river, pond, and the Katsura River. Within the park is the Yamanashi Prefectural Fuji Spring Water Aquarium, one of the best freshwater fish aquariums in Japan, where visitors can enjoy nature even on rainy days.

Freshwater fish tank that recreates the world of a mountain stream

The aquarium in the center of the building has a double-layered structure that makes it appear as if large and small fish are swimming together.
The aquarium in the center of the building has a double-layered structure that makes it appear as if large and small fish are swimming together.

In the aquarium, freshwater fish such as itou, rainbow trout, and landlocked salmon swim spontaneously, recreating their life in a mountain stream. Fuji, which you can actually touch in the spring water tank. The water is so clear that it looks as if the fish are flying through the air in the exhibition tanks that use this water.
Within the park is the Forest Learning Property, a Village-run Experience Learning Facility, where visitors can learn about the forests that nurture so many living creatures and support human life.

Local Guide Comment
You can spend a relaxing time while gazing at the fish. There are also fun events such as feeding experiences and crafts.
Sakana Park
  • Address YamanashiOshinomura, Minamitsuru-gunOshinokusa3098-1 MAP
  • Bus Direction From Fuji Station, take the Fuji Kyuko Bus bound for Yamanakako Hirano (about 14 minutes), and get off at Sakana Koen (3 minutes).
  • Hours of Operation 9:00-17:00 (in the park) *Fuji Spring Water Aquarium is open until 18:00 and Forest Learning Center is open until 17:00.
  • Closed Tuesdays (the following day if Tuesday is a national holiday), the day after national holidays (except Saturdays and Sundays), December 28 - January 1 *Open daily during summer vacation period July 21 - August 31
  • Admission Fee Free *Admission to the aquarium requires a separate admission fee (420 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary/junior high school students)
  • TEL 0555-84-7261
  • Parking Free of charge

Fuji's natural and cultural attractions at this Property

Fuji was registered as a World Heritage site in 2013, a new building, the South Wing, was built and opened in 2016 with the purpose of disseminating information about Fuji and playing a role in preservation and management. The North Wing is the "Nature" and the South Wing is the "Culture" focused Property.

The first thing that catches the eye upon entering the South Wing is the "Fugaku 360," a giant objet d'art that shows the 360-degree view of Mt. Fuji from all angles, using lighting effects to show the various faces of the mountain as the hours of the day pass and the seasons change.

Fuji, and the "Onakamichi Corridor," which uses sound and light to show the relationship between people and the natural environment surrounding Mt.

North Wing, where you can taste the new specialty "Blue Fuji Curry".

Fuji Curry,
Fuji Curry," which became popular on SNS (1,000 yen).

Fuji and the Five Lakes of Fuji area, and at the Lava Café on the second floor, visitors can enjoy "Blue Mt. Fuji Curry," which looks just like the real Mt. Fuji's surface with the blue curry roux and the pickles that represent the sea of trees. This photogenic curry is becoming increasingly popular on social networking sites and is a new menu item that can only be enjoyed here.

Local Guide Comment
Fuji, you will be surprised at the gap between the appearance and the taste of the "Blue Fuji Curry! We also recommend the "Lava Dog," a black bread with bamboo charcoal kneaded into the dough.
Mt. Fuji World Heritage Center
  • Address YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gunFunatsu6663-1 MAP
  • Bus Direction From Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fujikyuko Bus (Narusawa/Shojinko/Motosuko excursion bus) for 5 min. and get off at "Fuji World Heritage Center" (1 min.) or Fujikyuko Bus (Kawaguchiko excursion bus) for 12 min. and get off at "Fuji Visitor Center Entrance" (1 min.)
  • Business hours April 1 - June 30: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    July 1 - September 30: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    October 1 - March 31: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
  • Closed North Wing is open year-round, South Wing is closed on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
  • Admission Fee Admission to the North Wing (former Fuji Visitor Center) is free.
    Admission fee is required to enter the South Wing (420 yen for adults, 210 yen for university students, and free for high school students and younger).
  • TEL 0555-72-0259
  • Parking Free of charge

Mysterious ice world that can be entered even on rainy days

Located at the eastern entrance to the Aokigahara Sea of Trees, Narusawa Ice Cave is one of the representative lava caves at the foot of Mt. It is named after the ice cave because the average temperature inside is as low as 3 degrees Celsius and it is covered with ice all year round. The ice cave is 153 m long, and its circular pit allows visitors to enjoy the various faces of the cave as they walk around it.

Water sometimes drips from the ceiling inside the cave, so wearing a raincoat is recommended. The volume of water increases especially on rainy days, but the sound of the water echoing through the cave is very tasteful. Quietly listening to this sound of water is a unique way to enjoy the cave on rainy days.

Inside the cave, where attractions appear one after another

This is a recreation of the time when it was used as an ice storage facility.
This is a recreation of the time when it was used as an ice storage facility.

The "ice wall" inside the cave is a reproduction of an ice storage facility that was used in the days when there were no refrigerators. Until the middle of the Showa period (1926-1989), a large amount of ice was brought in from the lake during the winter and used as natural storage during the summer.

In addition, natural icicles formed by frozen water drops seeping from the ceiling can be seen until early autumn, with some years producing huge icicles 50 cm in diameter and 3 m high.
The site has been introduced to the world since it was designated as a natural monument by the Ministry of Education in 1929, and has become a valuable place from a geological viewpoint.

Local Guide Comment
It is a fantastic ice world. There is also a special admission ticket that includes a visit to the nearby "Fugaku Kazano-ana" (Wind Cave).
Narusawa Ice Cave
  • Address YamanashiNarusawa-mura, Minamitsuru-gun8533 MAP
  • Bus Direction 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.
  • Hours of operation 9:00-17:00
    Last admission is 30 minutes before closing time.
    *Opening hours may be earlier or extended depending on the season.
  • Closed Closed for about 10 days in winter for cave safety inspections.
  • Admission Fee Adults 350 yen, elementary school students 200 yen, children under elementary school age free
  • TEL 0555-85-2301
  • Parking Free of charge

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.

Enjoy outdoor experiences in the vast forest

Lake view cabin. The open terrace living room allows you to feel the outdoors even when you are indoors.
Lake view cabin. The open terrace living room allows you to feel the outdoors even when you are indoors.

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
  • Address YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gunOishi1408 MAP
  • Direction Approx. 18 min. from JR Kawaguchiko Station by car
  • TEL 0570-073-066（Reservation)
  • Parking Available
  • Memo Click here for reservations
    HOSHINOYA Fuji Reservation Site
The information in this article is current as of the date of the update. Please check before visiting as they are subject to change.