Take a sightseeing taxi（Private Chartered Taxi） to the 5th station of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko! 3 recommended tours
"Fujikanko Travel" is currently holding a "Sightseeing Taxi Tour" that visits popular sightseeing spots such as "Arakurayama Sengen Park," "Oshino Hakkai," "Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine," and "Mt. Fuji Fifth Station." Please make use of the "Sightseeing Taxi" that is convenient for sightseeing around the Fuji Five Lakes.
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We will be sharing fascinating information about the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, including Mt. Fuji itself — a symbol of Japan recognized and admired around the world — as well as the World Heritage sites associated with it. The Fuji Five Lakes region, located on the northern side of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, is an area rich in natural beauty. It includes Lake Motosuko, Lake Shojiko, Lake Saiko, Lake Kawaguchiko, and Lake Yamanakako. The UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site "Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration" consists of various cultural assets, including historic shrines such as Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine, Kawaguchi Asama-jinja Shrine, and Fuji Omuro Sengen-jinja Shrine, as well as the natural monument Oshino Hakkai and other component sites extending into Shizuoka Prefecture. The foothills of Mt. Fuji, a popular tourist destination, offer attractions throughout all four seasons. In spring, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, cherry blossoms, and the five-story Chureito Pagoda at Arakurayama Sengen Park. During summer, Oishi Park serves as the main venue for the Kawaguchiko Herb Festival. In autumn, the Lake Kawaguchiko Momiji Corridor offers beautiful scenery featuring Mt. Fuji and vibrant autumn leaves. During winter, Fujiten Snow Resort provides skiing and snowboarding with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji. In recent years, activities such as trekking, cycling, and camping in the magnificent natural surroundings of Mt. Fuji have also become increasingly popular. Based around the Lake Kawaguchiko area in the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji, our company operates several attractions and facilities, including Fuji Subaru Land, a theme park surrounded by the natural beauty of Mt. Fuji; Fujizakura Heights Beer, an award-winning craft beer brewed using natural spring water from Mt. Fuji; Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen, a natural hot spring sourced from 1,000 meters underground at the foot of Mt. Fuji; and Fujiten Snow Resort, where visitors can enjoy winter activities such as skiing and snowboarding with magnificent views of the mountain. From the Lake Kawaguchiko area at the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji, we will continue sharing the ever-changing beauty of Mt. Fuji throughout the seasons.
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- What is a Sightseeing Taxi Tour ?
- No. 1 Popularity: Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Okuniwa （Natural park) Walking Course (Time required: 180 minutes)
- No.2 Popularity: Oshino Hakkai and Nijumagari Pass (Time required: 180 minutes)
- No. 3 Most popular: 8-hour tour around Fuji Five Lakes and famous sightseeing spots (480 minutes)
- What is Fujikanko Travel?
What is a Sightseeing Taxi Tour ?
Our sightseeing taxi plans were created based on feedback from overseas customers who said, "We want you to clarify the cost and travel time of sightseeing by taxi." We offer a variety of plans, including a course to enjoy seasonal flowers, a course to visit famous shrines at the foot of Mt. Fuji, a course to enjoy the untouched scenery of Japan, and a course to enjoy the Oshino area. The price, destination, travel time, etc. are set in advance, so it is a very clear and easy-to-understand taxi tour for customers. We can also create a special plan for you if you let us know in advance where you want to go.
No. 1 Popularity: Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Okuniwa （Natural park) Walking Course (Time required: 180 minutes)
Kawaguchiko Sta.== Okuniwa （Natural park) Hiking == Mt. Fuji 5th Station Walk == Kawaguchiko Sta.
Departing from Kawaguchiko Station
Mt. Fuji 4th Station Okuniwa （Natural park) Hike
From the Okuniwa （Natural park) Parking Lot at the 4th Station of the Fuji Subaru Line, you can go down to the foot of the mountain for about 10 minutes to reach Okuniwa （Natural park)(Okuniwa （Natural park) Nature Park). Okuniwa （Natural park) Nature Park also has a promenade (walking trail) that takes about 45 minutes to go around. As the name "niwa" suggests, this natural paradise is reminiscent of a garden, and you can enjoy the magnificent views of Mt. Fuji and the various alpine plants blooming along the way.
Stroll around the 5th station of Mt. Fuji
Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station, the gateway to Mt. Fuji on the Yamanashi side, is a tourist spot that can be enjoyed not only by those climbing Mt. Fuji, but also by those who just want to stop by on a drive. There are restaurants, souvenir shops, and more.
Located at an altitude of about 2,300 meters, you can look down on the mystical sight of the Fuji Five Lakes and, at times, a sea of clouds.
For details on sightseeing at the 5th station of Mt. Fuji, please see below.
No.2 Popularity: Oshino Hakkai and Nijumagari Pass (Time required: 180 minutes)
Kawaguchiko Sta.== Oshino Hakkai == Nijumagari Pass == Kawaguchiko Sta.
Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai is a national natural monument and one of the Component Parts of World Heritage. During the Edo period, it was a spring-fed pond where Fuji-ko followers would perform purification rituals before climbing Mount Fuji, and was designated a national natural monument for its water quality, environmental preservation, and scenery.
Nijumagari Pass Observation Terrace SORAnoIRO
The observation terrace "Nijumagari Pass Observation Terrace ~SORA no IRO~" is located at Nijumagari Pass in Oshino Village, Yamanashi Prefecture. The magnificent view of Mt. Fuji from the observation terrace, which is 1,150 meters above sea level and about 50 meters wide, is a must-see.
No. 3 Most popular: 8-hour tour around Fuji Five Lakes and famous sightseeing spots (480 minutes)
Kawaguchiko Sta.== Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine== Lake Yamanakako Yamanaka Nagaike Waterfront Park == Oshino Hakkai == Arakurayama Sengen Park == Lake Kawaguchiko Kawaguchi Oishi Park == Lake Saiko Nemba Beach == Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba== Lake Shojiko and other Tegai Beach == Lake Motosuko Parking == Narusawa Momijidai Observation Rest House
This is a luxurious sightseeing taxi tour packed with popular sightseeing spots around Lake Kawaguchiko at the foot of Mt. Fuji. This tour is especially recommended for those who have a short stay.
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine, one of the Component Parts of World Heritage of Mt. Fuji, has a history of over 1,900 years. It is also famous as a power spot shrine with a solemn atmosphere.
Arakura Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine (Pagoda/Arakurayama Sengen Park)
This extremely popular park offers a panoramic view of Mt. Fuji, the five-story pagoda, and the Fujiyoshida cityscape. Many tourists from overseas visit the park to enjoy the view, especially during the cherry blossom season.
Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba
In order to restore the original scenery of the beautiful thatched village that was lost in a typhoon disaster in 1966, 40 years later, "Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba" was established in 2006, centered around 20 thatched houses. In the thatched-roof houses, you can experience traditional crafts and purchase souvenirs.
Koyo-dai
There is an admission fee to go to the observation deck on the second floor of the rest house, located at an altitude of 1,100m. From the observation deck you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the magnificent Mt. Fuji, the Aokigahara Jukai forest spreading out below, Lake Motosuko, Lake Saiko, and the Southern Alps.
What is Fujikanko Travel?
A travel agency located right in front of Kawaguchiko Sta. on the Fujikyuko Line that organizes day activity tours that allow you to fully enjoy the great outdoors at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
We especially recommend the popular Good Luck Cycling Tour and the historical exploration tour that traces the history of Fuji-ko. We have a wide range of tours available, from cycling tours that beginners can easily participate in to mountain bike tours for intermediate and advanced riders, so please feel free to contact us.
The store offers Bicycle rental and luggage storage services .
Bike rental: 600 yen per hour, 3,000 yen per day (9:00-18:00)
In winter, there are also "ski buses" and "ski taxis" that run round trip to the Fujiten Snow Resort slopes on Mount Fuji.
Fujikanko Travel
401-0301 3644-1 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Lake Kawaguchiko gun, Ya...
A travel agency based in Lake Kawaguchiko that offers day-trip activity tours where you can fully enjoy the great nature at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Particularly recommended are the popular cycling tour, which explores the history of Fuji-ko, and more. We have many tours available for beginners, as well as tours for intermediate and advanced users, so please feel free to contact us. The store offers a Bicycle rental service. We can rent it for 600 yen per hour and 3,000 yen for one day (9:00-18:00), so please let us know if you are interested. Fujiten ski taxis and ski buses are also available during the winter. Please see the Fujikanko Travel website for details.
We will be sharing fascinating information about the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, including Mt. Fuji itself — a symbol of Japan recognized and admired around the world — as well as the World Heritage sites associated with it. The Fuji Five Lakes region, located on the northern side of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, is an area rich in natural beauty. It includes Lake Motosuko, Lake Shojiko, Lake Saiko, Lake Kawaguchiko, and Lake Yamanakako. The UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site "Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration" consists of various cultural assets, including historic shrines such as Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine, Kawaguchi Asama-jinja Shrine, and Fuji Omuro Sengen-jinja Shrine, as well as the natural monument Oshino Hakkai and other component sites extending into Shizuoka Prefecture. The foothills of Mt. Fuji, a popular tourist destination, offer attractions throughout all four seasons. In spring, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji, cherry blossoms, and the five-story Chureito Pagoda at Arakurayama Sengen Park. During summer, Oishi Park serves as the main venue for the Kawaguchiko Herb Festival. In autumn, the Lake Kawaguchiko Momiji Corridor offers beautiful scenery featuring Mt. Fuji and vibrant autumn leaves. During winter, Fujiten Snow Resort provides skiing and snowboarding with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji. In recent years, activities such as trekking, cycling, and camping in the magnificent natural surroundings of Mt. Fuji have also become increasingly popular. Based around the Lake Kawaguchiko area in the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji, our company operates several attractions and facilities, including Fuji Subaru Land, a theme park surrounded by the natural beauty of Mt. Fuji; Fujizakura Heights Beer, an award-winning craft beer brewed using natural spring water from Mt. Fuji; Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen, a natural hot spring sourced from 1,000 meters underground at the foot of Mt. Fuji; and Fujiten Snow Resort, where visitors can enjoy winter activities such as skiing and snowboarding with magnificent views of the mountain. From the Lake Kawaguchiko area at the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji, we will continue sharing the ever-changing beauty of Mt. Fuji throughout the seasons.
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