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Oshinohakkai

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.

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The spring water, so clear you can see the bottom, is indescribably beautiful. Because of the clean water, soba and udon noodles are delicious!

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Benihadai

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.

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You will be impressed when you see the vastness of the sea of trees! It is a magnificent view that makes you want to look at it forever.

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)

• YamanashiNarusawa-mura, Minamitsuru-gun MAP
• 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.

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Narusawa 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.

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It is not a well-maintained cave, so it is a bit like an exciting attraction!

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.

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Roadside 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.

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The surface of the lake looks sparkling and shiny, and you can enjoy the wonderful view and relaxing time.

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Oishi 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.

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Various flowers bloom in different seasons and are well worth seeing.

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Fuji 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.

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The location is also a great place to enjoy shopping! Pets are welcome on the terrace of the cafe.

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

• YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gunOishi1477-1 MAP
• 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

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Yamanakako 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.

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Fuji can be seen from fall through winter.

Lake Yamanakako Panorama Stand

• Yamanashi Yamanakako Village Hirano, Minamitsuru-gun MAP
• 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

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Lake Kawaguchi ~Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway~

Fuji in just 3 minutes!

Tenjozan, where the ropeway is located, is also the setting for Osamu Dazai's version of "Kachikachiyama. From the 1,075-meter-high observatory, visitors can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, and even the Southern Alps (Mt. Akaishi and Mt. Arakawa) on a clear day.
In the fall, the ropeway passes through the golden leaves of the trees. The view of Lake Kawaguchi below and the autumn leaves coloring the lakeside is exceptional.

Rabbit Shrine" and "Tanuki Teahouse" named after Mt.

In reference to the story of "Kachikachiyama" (Mt. Kachikachiyama), raccoon dog and rabbit dolls are displayed on the gondolas of the ropeway and at the observation deck. The "Rabbit Shrine" in the park enshrines a rabbit deity inside the shrine to pray for the safety and health of climbers and visitors to Mitsutoge, one of the 100 most famous mountains in Yamanashi Prefecture. On both sides of the shrine, there are two "komainu (guardian rabbits)," which are not guardian dogs, side by side.

Next to the ropeway is the Tanuki Teahouse, where you can relax and enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi.

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The tanuki dumplings have a sauce with just the right amount of sweetness to whet your appetite! The "Usagi Dango" with kinako (soybean flour) and molasses is also recommended.

Kawaguchiko - Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway

• YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gun, Fuji1163-1 Asakawa MAP
• Approximately 12 minutes on foot from Kawaguchiko Station (Fuji Kyuko Line).
• 8:30 - 17:00 (last time off at 17:20)
  July 20-August 31: 8:30-18:00 (last bus down at 18:20)
  *Subject to change during peak season such as consecutive holidays, Bon holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays. Please check the official website for details.
• Open all year round (closed in case of bad weather)
• Junior high school students and older: 600 yen one-way, 1,000 yen round-trip / Elementary school students: 300 yen one-way, 500 yen round-trip
  Up to 1 child under elementary school age is free per adult.
• 0555-72-0363
• Free (Free parking is also available at the prefectural parking lot near Kohan Station)

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Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine

Fuji's guardian god for more than 1,900 years.

Fuji during his expedition to the east, Yamatotakeru no Mikoto worshipped the divine spirit of Mt. Fuji here and built a shrine to worship the mountain, saying, "Mt.
Fuji from a distance. When the Fuji-ko religion spread in the Edo period (1603-1868), many people worshipped from here, and the shrine flourished as the starting point of the northern (Yoshida-guchi) trail of Mt. Fuji, and it became the starting point of the trail to the north (Yoshida-guchi). The entrance to the Fujiyoshida-guchi trail is located at the back of the shrine grounds, and in summer, the area is crowded with climbers who set out after purifying themselves at the shrine.

Famous as a mysterious power spot

The area is also famous as a power spot. A stroll around the area reveals a mystical atmosphere of tranquility. The water that flows from the dragon's mouth at the water fountain is melted snow water from Mt. Fuji. You can purify yourself with the sacred water drawn from the spring that bubbles up at the foot of Fuji. The "Fuji Taro Cedar," which rises to the left toward the hall of worship, is one of the sacred trees and is approximately 1,000 years old. Above the hall of worship is a large mask of a tengu, which is overwhelmingly powerful.

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Since there are many blessings that can be received, there are many kinds of good luck charms. The "beauty charm" for women is popular.

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Country Lake Systems

There are many outdoor programs. Feel free to go and experience them with nothing!

Fuji without any equipment. Fuji, including Canadian canoeing and mountain biking.
Among them, the "Jukai Cave Exploration," in which visitors can explore lava caves and other caves in the Aokigahara Sea of Trees, is unique to this area.
For animal lovers, "flying squirrel watching" is a great way to get a close-up look at wild flying squirrels gliding through the forest at night, and "walking with hawks" is a great way to take a walk in the mountains.

The most popular activity is ATV (all-terrain vehicle) that can drive freely in the mountains and fields.

Among the many activities, ATVs are popular among young people. The experience of riding through the trees in the natural forest by Lake Kawaguchi is a thrilling one. The ATVs can go through all kinds of terrain, including up-and-down mountain paths, and they can also go to places in nature where they would not normally go. Even beginners can participate without difficulty, as they first practice basic techniques and are accompanied by an instructor on the course.
You can also borrow a high-performance small action camera that can be attached to your helmet or handlebars, allowing you to capture realistic movies for your memories.

Country Lake Systems

• YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gunOishi2954-1 MAP
• From Kawaguchiko Station of Fuji Kyuko Bus, take "Red Line", a bus bound for Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan (Lake Kawaguchi Shizenkan), and get off at Kitahamaso-mae Bus Stop. 1 min. walk from the bus stop.
• 8:00-20:00
• No holidays
• Canadian canoeing: 5,400 yen for elementary school students and older, 2,160 yen for children under elementary school age, mountain biking: 8,640 yen, ATV Experience: 5,400 yen, etc. *Subject to change
• 0555-20-4052
• Free of charge
• Reservations required. Check the official website for details on various Experiences.

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Oku-Kawaguchiko Marine

Let's enjoy all Kawaguchiko has to offer with water sports!

Seven types of water sports can be experienced on the west shore of Kawaguchi Lake.
One of the most popular is wakeboarding. Holding on to a rope connected to a motorboat or other vehicle, you can glide along the lake, which is very exhilarating. Not only can you enjoy the sense of speed, but it is also thrilling to jump, sometimes depending on the waves.
Flyboarding is another activity that uses the pressure of water from a water bike to fly through the air. Both of these activities are available in special packages that include a water balloon, in which you enter a large balloon and move around on the water.

A wide variety of lake leisure activities can be enjoyed in all seasons.

Wakeboarding and flyboarding are carefully instructed before the Experience, so even first-timers will be able to glide after about 15 minutes of practice. Other more casual activities include banana boating, in which you straddle a banana-shaped boat and ride across the lake, and hurricane boating, in which you ride in a rotating boat.
From October to February, wakasagi fishing is recommended. The fish you catch can be fried and eaten on the spot. Regardless of the season, before or after the Experience, you can enjoy a lively barbecue or camping, or relax at the attached cafe.

Okukawaguchiko Marine

• YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gunNagahama 1911-1 MAP
• From Kawaguchiko Station (Fuji Kyuko Bus), take the Green Line bus bound for Fugaku-Kaze-ana (Wind Cave). 22 min. and get off at Nagahama (Nagahama Bus Stop). 10 min. walk from Nagahama Bus Stop.
• 9:00 - 17:00 (last admission - 15:00), Wakasagi fishing 7:00 - 15:00
• No holidays
• Wakeboarding 4,500 yen, flyboarding 4,000 yen, wakasagi fishing 3,000 yen (including rod rental and bait), etc. *Facility fees may apply.
• 0555-82-2703
• Charged (500 yen per day)
• Reservations are required for wakasagi fishing, barbecues, and water sports experiences for groups of 5 or more people. For details of various Experiences, please check the official website.

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Kawaguchiko Craft Park

Craft Experience with Kawaguchiko and Mt. Fuji as motifs

Craft and Play Experience Property is located on the north shore of Kawaguchi Lake. There is a menu of fun and easy-to-try activities for both children and adults. There are six craft experience menus, including "Tombo dama (glass beads)," which are used to make straps and accessories out of glass.
The "gel candles" are particularly popular, allowing visitors to design their own memories of their trip by adding ornaments of Mt. Fuji or arranging Lake Kawaguchi in blue sand. Stained glass, which can be made by simply placing stickers on glass, is also popular, making it easy to create beautiful photo frames.

Become a ninja by throwing shurikens!

In addition to the "Craft Experience," visitors can also experience rice cake pounding and bouldering. The highlight is the "Shuriken Experience. You can also rent costumes and immerse yourself in the ninja spirit. Even more unusual is the opportunity to make hyoro-gan, a stamina food carried by the ninja. Visitors grind and boil herbal medicines such as ginseng, lotus seeds, and yokuinin to make hyoro-gan, a stamina food carried by the ninja.
After the Experience, visitors can take a rest at the footbath and restaurant with a view of Mt. At the gift store, you can find unique souvenirs such as locally grown fruit and authentic shuriken.

Kawaguchiko Craft Park

• YamanashiFujikawaguchiko Kawaguchiko, Minamitsuru-gun3118 MAP
• From Kawaguchiko Station (Fuji Kyuko Bus), take the Red Line bus bound for Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan (Lake Kawaguchiko Museum of Natural History) (approx. 19 min.), and get off at Kawaguchiko Music Box Museum (approx. 2 min. walk).
• 9:30 - 17:00 (Hours vary depending on the Experience)
• Open irregularly (inquire upon request)
• Various craft experiences: 1,620 yen and up, Shuriken experience: 300 yen (10 throws), making ninja food "Hyobanmaru": 1,620 yen and up, bouldering and footbath are free
• 0555-20-4123
• Free *There may be a fee for some events.
• For details of various Experiences, please check the official website.

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Pottery "HAZUKI" Kawaguchiko Store

A special pottery class where you can make several pieces at one time!

Among the several Ceramics Properties in the Kawaguchiko area, this atelier offers a Hagi-yaki Pottery Experience. Hagiyaki is a traditional craft of Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, and is characterized by its gentle colors and rustic texture. A local Hagiyaki artist couple will give you a lecture in a friendly atmosphere.
You can choose to make a teacup, a plate, a bowl, or anything else you wish, and you can make three or four pieces in one Experience using either the electric wheel or the hand wheel. If you want to make more than three pieces, you can add more for about 1,000 yen per piece.

Reasonably priced Hagiyaki pottery collection with friendly designs to take home as souvenirs

The store not only offers hands-on experiences, but also sells artwork created by the couple.
The owner is a Hagiyaki ceramic artist who has had a studio in Kawaguchiko since his father's generation, and the Kawaguchiko store is his second store following the main store. While the main store offers more traditional and expensive pieces, the Kawaguchiko store offers cute designs such as plates and mugs with the image of Mt. The prices are reasonable, starting at 300 yen for a plate, making it easy for young people to stop by.
It takes one to three months to finish a piece of work made during the ceramics experience. The completed pieces can be mailed to you (extra charge).

Pottery "HAZUKI" Kawaguchiko

• Yamanashi Kawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru-gun, Kawaguchi 2801-8 MAP
• From Fuji Kyuko Kawaguchiko Station, take the Fujikyuko Bus "Red Line" bound for Kawaguchiko Shizen Seikatsukan (Lake Kawaguchiko Museum of Natural History). 18 minutes, get off at Kawaguchiko Museum of Art (about 2 minutes walk).
• 9:30-17:00 *Experience is available until 19:00 if you make a reservation.
• Tuesdays *Open during peak season (New Year's, G.W., Obon, etc.)
• Experience of using an electric potter's wheel: 4,500 yen, Experience of hand-binning: 3,500 yen, Experience of painting: 1,500 yen and up
• 0555-73-8835
• Free of charge
• Reservations are preferred (for same-day reservations, contact at least 1 hour prior to the start of the workshop)