Visit the 5th station of Mt. Fuji! Lake Kawaguchiko Recommended Sightseeing Model Course
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The Fuji Subaru Line Fifth Station, the Yoshida Ascending Route on the Yamanashi side, and the Fujinomiya, Subashiri, and Gotemba Trails on the Shizuoka side, and each has facilities such as shops at the fifth station. In this article, we will introduce the highlights of the "Fuji Subaru Line Fifth ...
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The northern foot of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture is a stunning area of Japan that has plenty to offer visitors. At the foot of Mt. Fuji, including ”Arakurayama Sengen Park”, which offers a view of Mt. Fuji and the iconic five-story pagoda, "Chureito." The Kawaguchiko Momiji Corridor is also a must-visit during the autumn season when visitors can see the colorful leaves. Our company, based in Lake Kawaguchiko, operates various facilities that utilize the natural resources of Mt. Fuji. These include the theme park "Fuji Subaru Land," which offers a range of exciting rides and attractions, and the Fujiten Snow Resort, where visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding. Visitors can also sample the world-famous "Fujizakura Heights Beer," made using natural water “Fujizakura Meisui” , or relax in the natural hot spring, "Fuji Chobo no yu Yurari," . We will clearly communicate the charm of Mt. Fuji, which changes with the seasons, from the base of Mt. Fuji in Kawaguchiko.
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- Visit the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji! Eat at restaurants and shops and look for souvenirs
- Visit to Mount Fuji Komitake Shrine
- Hiking along the Oniwa （Natural park), Okuniwa （Natural park) and Ochudo trails
- The "Okuniwa （Natural park)" offers views of the autumn leaves of larch trees and Mt. Fuji.
- "Oniwa （Natural park)" offers a view of towering Mt. Fuji up close
- Ochu-do, where a variety of alpine plants bloom
- Temperature at the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji
- Recommended clothing
- Access to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji
- [Must read!] Starting in 2024! If you are using the Yoshida route to climb Mt. Fuji, you will need to make a reservation
- Recommended sightseeing itinerary for Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Lake Kawaguchiko
- Take a sightseeing taxi to Mt. Fuji's 5th Station and Okuniwa （Natural park) walking course
Visit the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji! Eat at restaurants and shops and look for souvenirs
Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station is filled with restaurants and shops. Komitake Shop and Mt. Fuji Miharashi, which have a shop on the first floor and a restaurant on the second floor, are worth a visit, as they sell gourmet foods such as soft serve ice cream that can only be found here, as well as original souvenirs. You can also try the very popular Mt. Fuji Melon Bread at the mountain hut-style accommodation, Gogoen Rest House!
Visit to Mount Fuji Komitake Shrine
Fujisan Komitake Shrine is located at the fifth station. Komitake is the mountain that became the foundation of Mt. Fuji, and the current Mt. Fuji was formed through repeated eruptions of Komitake and Old Fuji(Ko-fuji). Fujisan Komitake Shrine, located at the fifth station of Mt. Fuji, was established in 937 on the summit of Mt. Komitake (the fifth station of Mt. Fuji), a sacred place for mountain worship, and has long been visited by many worshippers and ascetics as a sacred place of mountain worship. It is said to bring good fortune in traffic safety, matchmaking, and long life, so be sure to visit the shrine when you visit the fifth station.
Hiking along the Oniwa （Natural park), Okuniwa （Natural park) and Ochudo trails
You can enjoy hiking on the trekking course that leads from the Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station along Ochu-do Trail to Oniwa （Natural park) and Okuniwa （Natural park). On Ochu-do Trail, you can see rhododendrons from mid-June to late July, cowberries from July to August, and magnificent views of Mt. Fuji and larch trees during the autumn foliage season from early to late October. There are also great viewpoints from which you can see the peak of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako below. Looking up at the peak of Mt. Fuji, you can clearly see the boundary of the tree line.
Rhododendron viewing time: mid-July to early August
Best time to see autumn leaves: early to late October
The "Okuniwa （Natural park)" offers views of the autumn leaves of larch trees and Mt. Fuji.
"Okuniwa （Natural park)", located 2km before the parking lot at Mt. Fuji's 5th Station, is a spot you definitely can't miss during the autumn foliage season. It's about a 10-minute walk to a scenic spot where you can see Mt. Fuji and the autumn leaves of the larch trees. You can walk around the whole area in about an hour and a half.
"Oniwa （Natural park)" offers a view of towering Mt. Fuji up close
Mt. Fuji in the autumn foliage season
If you go a little further from the "Okuniwa （Natural park)" parking lot, you will see the hiking trail that leads to "Oniwa （Natural park)."Oniwa （Natural park) has a slightly steeper uphill slope than Okuniwa （Natural park), so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes that are easy to move in.
Ochu-do, where a variety of alpine plants bloom
Mt. Fuji in the autumn foliage season
Ochu-do is a footpath that runs horizontally around the fifth and sixth stations of Mt. Fuji. You can enjoy casual trekking on the 2.4km stretch from the fifth station of the Fuji Subaru Line on the Yamanashi side to Oniwa （Natural park) while taking in the rich nature of Mt. Fuji.
Temperature at the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji
The fifth station of Mt. Fuji is located at an altitude of over 2000m. The temperature drops by about 0.6 degrees for every 100m increase in altitude, so the fifth station is about 12 degrees cooler than the plains. For example, the average temperature at the fifth station in July is about 13 degrees. This is the same average temperature as Tokyo in April.
The average temperature during the peak viewing period for the autumn leaves at the fifth station of Mt. Fuji from early to late October is a maximum of 9°C and a minimum of 1.2°C, so be sure to bring a thick jacket.
Recommended clothing
The temperature at the fifth station of Mt. Fuji is quite low even in summer. Instead of wearing light clothing such as a short-sleeved shirt, be sure to take measures against the cold, such as carrying a long-sleeved jacket that you can adjust the temperature. Also, the fifth station is at a high altitude and is "closer to the sun." The ultraviolet rays are stronger there than at the foot of the mountain, so if you are concerned about this, we recommend bringing sunscreen and sunglasses with you and wearing clothes that cover as little skin as possible.
Access to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji
By bus
There are two main ways to get to Mt. Fuji's 5th station from Tokyo by bus. One is to take the express bus bound for Mt. Fuji 5th station from Busta Shinjuku. The other is to take a train or express bus to Kawaguchiko Sta. or Mt. Fuji Station, then transfer to a Fuji climbing bus to head to the 5th station. If your only purpose is to visit Mt. Fuji's 5th station, it's easier to take a direct bus. If you want to stop by places around Lake Kawaguchiko or Fujiyoshida, make sure to transfer at a station at the base of the mountain.
By personal car/rental car
You can also go to the 5th station of Mt. Fuji by private car or rental car. However, please note that restrictions on private cars are implemented during the climbing season from mid-July to late August, and general vehicles will not be able to pass through during this period. Also, to get to the 5th station of the Yoshida route, it takes about an hour from the Chuo Expressway Lake Kawaguchiko IC using the Fuji Subaru Line (toll road).
The Fuji Subaru Line has set operating hours and is not open 24 hours a day, so be sure to check the official website in advance.
Private car restriction period (7/5-9/10)
Fuji Subaru Line will implement private car restrictions to protect the environment and ease traffic congestion from mid-July to late August, when many climbers and tourists are expected to visit. During this period, private cars will not be able to pass through, but that does not mean you cannot go to the fifth station. Park your car at "Fujisan Parking," located just before the toll gate, just after exiting the Fujiyoshida IC on the Higashi Fuji Five Lakes Road, and take the shuttle bus from there to the fifth station.
Outside the private car restriction period
Outside of the private car restriction period, access will be by car or local bus.
In the event of bad weather or outside of business hours, entry or exit to the Fuji Subaru Line is prohibited.
[Must read!] Starting in 2024! If you are using the Yoshida route to climb Mt. Fuji, you will need to make a reservation
This is a must-read for those who want to enjoy not only sightseeing at the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji but also climbing Mt. Fuji. Starting in 2024, climbing restrictions will be implemented on the Yoshida Route on the Yamanashi side (July 1st to September 10th) to prevent rush climbs and overcrowding.
As a result, the entrance gate to the hiking trail at the fifth station will be closed between 4:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. the following morning, and hiking will not be possible.
Furthermore, if the number of climbers on a single day reaches 4,000, access will be restricted and climbing will be prohibited. Access can be reserved with advance payment, so it is safer to make a reservation in advance (toll fee: 2,000 yen). Please also help us by donating 1,000 yen to the Mt. Fuji Conservation Fund (used for the establishment and operation of first aid stations, the establishment and management of public toilets, etc.).
■ Toll: 2,000 yen per person (one time)
■Cooperation fee: 1,000 yen/person (1 time)
Reservations can be made up until 23:59 the day before your climb, so be sure to make your reservation.
Recommended sightseeing itinerary for Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Lake Kawaguchiko
【First day】
9:00 Departure from Tokyo
11:30 Arrive at the fifth station and visit Komitake Shrine
12:00 Lunch at the 5th Station Restaurant
13:00 Hike along the Ochu-do trail
15:00 Buy souvenirs and head down
16:30 Stay overnight at Fuji Midori Holiday Village
【the 2nd day】
8:30 Depart from Fuji Green Vacation Village
9:00 Join the Fujikanko Travel Activity Tour
16:00 Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen
18:00 Depart from Yamanashi
Recommended sightseeing route around Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko by car
Day 1: Depart Tokyo at 9:00
10:30 Arrive at Lake Kawaguchiko IC on the Chuo Expressway → Fuji Subaru Line
11:30 Arrive at Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Komitake Shrine
12:00 Lunch at the 5th Station Restaurant
13:00 Hike along the Ochu-do trail
Buy some souvenirs and head down the mountain!
16:30 Arrive at Fuji Midori Holiday Village
Fuji Midori Vacation Village is a large accommodation facility located in a quiet environment surrounded by the rich natural beauty of Mount Fuji.
We also offer accommodation plans that include tickets to the nearby Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen, a day-trip hot spring facility.
If you are not good at driving, please use the "Sightseeing Taxi - Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Okuniwa （Natural park) Stroll" sold by Fujikanko Travel from in front of Lake Kawaguchiko Station.
【the 2nd day】
8:30 Depart from Fuji Green Vacation Village
9:00 Join the Fujikanko Travel Activity Tour
We hold daily experiential day tours that allow you to easily experience the nature at the foot of Mt. Fuji, such as the "Oshino Hakkai Walk and Zen Meditation Experience Tour," "Good Luck Cycling," and "Aokigahara Jukai Short Hike." All tours can also include an English guide as an option, so you can join the tour with confidence even if you are unfamiliar with the area.
16:00 Enjoy the hot springs at Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen
Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen is a day-trip hot spring facility where you can enjoy a total of 16 types of baths, including two open-air baths with outstanding views of Mt. Fuji, as well as carbonated springs and cave baths.
1 8:00 Depart Yamanashi for Tokyo!
Take a sightseeing taxi to Mt. Fuji's 5th Station and Okuniwa （Natural park) walking course
Fujikanko Travel , located in front of Lake Kawaguchiko Station, accepts reservations for sightseeing taxis that will take you to the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji and other famous spots at the base of Mt. Fuji. English guides are also available as an option!
If you let them know in advance about the places you want to visit, they will also create a special sightseeing taxi plan for you.
If you are visiting the foot of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, please enjoy a relaxing stay and sightseeing at the Fifth Station of Mt. Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes.
The northern foot of Mt. Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture is a stunning area of Japan that has plenty to offer visitors. At the foot of Mt. Fuji, including ”Arakurayama Sengen Park”, which offers a view of Mt. Fuji and the iconic five-story pagoda, "Chureito." The Kawaguchiko Momiji Corridor is also a must-visit during the autumn season when visitors can see the colorful leaves. Our company, based in Lake Kawaguchiko, operates various facilities that utilize the natural resources of Mt. Fuji. These include the theme park "Fuji Subaru Land," which offers a range of exciting rides and attractions, and the Fujiten Snow Resort, where visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding. Visitors can also sample the world-famous "Fujizakura Heights Beer," made using natural water “Fujizakura Meisui” , or relax in the natural hot spring, "Fuji Chobo no yu Yurari," . We will clearly communicate the charm of Mt. Fuji, which changes with the seasons, from the base of Mt. Fuji in Kawaguchiko.
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