2025 Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival: Highlights, Access & Nearby Spots

• Table of Contents
• Exploring the Autumn Foliage of Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko
• Fuji-Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival 2025
• Scenic & Hidden Spots to Explore Alongside the Festival
• Active Ways to Enjoy Kawaguchiko More: Cycling and Hot Springs

Exploring the Autumn Foliage of Mt. Fuji and Kawaguchiko

Lake Kawaguchiko, located at the foot of Mt. Fuji at an altitude of over 800 m, experiences autumn foliage about a month earlier than Tokyo or Kanagawa. The Fuji Five Lakes area offers a unique opportunity to view Mt. Fuji alongside vibrant red and yellow autumn leaves. While many places in Japan feature beautiful foliage, this region is distinctive for combining views of Mt. Fuji, autumn leaves, and Lake Kawaguchiko.

October & November Weather and Clothing 

The average temperatures during the autumn foliage season are: October: 12.5°C (average maximum temperature 18°C, average minimum temperature 7°C), November: 7°C (average maximum temperature 13°C, average minimum temperature 1°C). Just by looking at these numbers you can see the large temperature difference.

The average temperatures during the autumn foliage season are October: 12.5°C (average high temperature 18°C, average low temperature 7°C), November: 7°C (average high temperature 13°C, average low temperature 1°C) , so there is a big difference in temperature.

Please bring a jacket or trench coat that you can easily wear over your knitwear or hoodie.

Fuji-Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival 2025

The Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival, now in its 26th year, is held primarily around the Maple Corridor on the north shore of Lake Kawaguchiko. The festival is popular with both domestic and international visitors because it offers the rare opportunity to view Mt. Fuji alongside vibrant autumn foliage.

The highlights of the Autumn Leaves Festival can be broadly divided into two parts: the Maple Corridor and the Craft Market.

Momiji Corridor 

One of the highlights is the “Momiji Corridor,” formed by towering maple trees along the Nashi River. After sunset, the trees are illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere. In 2023, the illuminated area has been expanded for an even more spectacular display.

Craft Market

Individual artists from all over the country will gather in one place and you can purchase woodwork, glass, silver accessories, etc. Find your favorite and be sure to buy it as a memento of your trip.

Event period: November 1st (Sat) to November 30th (Sun) 2025

Across the Momiji Corridor, there are also food and beverage booths. Among them, the local beer "Fujizakura Heights Beer" is a must-try if you come to Lake Kawaguchiko! Be sure to stop by.

More details on the Fuji-Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival

In addition to the Maple Corridor, visitors can explore other autumn foliage spots near the festival, including the “Momiji Tunnel” and the Lake Kawaguchiko North Shore Walking Trail (near the Lake Kawaguchiko Circular Hall). These areas are ideal for a scenic stroll.

Access 

By car:

About 10 minutes from Lake Kawaguchiko IC on the Chuo Expressway

Approximately 15 minutes from Fujiyoshida IC on the Higashi-Fuji Five Lakes Road

By train or bus:

Take the Lake Kawaguchiko Tour Bus (Red Line) from Kawaguchiko Sta. on the Fujikyuko Line for about 20 minutes

Get off at the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum bus stop (bus stop No. 17)

For details on the Lake Kawaguchiko, Lake Saiko and Motosu sightseeing bus, please click here → https://www.fujikyubus.co.jp/shuyu

Scenic & Hidden Spots to Explore Alongside the Festival

Lake Kawaguchiko Walking Trail

Located a 5-minute walk from the autumn leaves festival venue, this is a scenic spot where you can see Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko, and the autumn leaves all at the same time. Please take a walk along the walking trail that runs along the lakeside while feeling the autumn breeze.

Maple Tunnel

A popular spot where you can take photos of Mt. Fuji through the maple leaves. Momiji Tunnel This name comes from the fact that the maple leaves lining the shore of Lake Kawaguchi look like a tunnel.

There is free parking, but it can only accommodate about 10 cars, so we recommend Bicycle rental to get around the area.

Fuji Omuro Sengen-jinja Shrine

Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine is a local shrine located in Katsuyama, Lake Kawaguchiko Town, with its main shrine being the Sengen Shrine at the second station of Mt. Fuji. In spring, it is famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot, and the Yabusame Festival, which has a tradition of over 900 years, is also held here. In autumn, it is a hidden spot for viewing autumn leaves, where you can take your time praying while admiring the autumn leaves.

Itchiku Kubota Art Museum

The "Kubota Itchiku Art Museum" is located at the end of the "Momiji Corridor" where the Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival Festival is held. This art museum is listed with three stars in the Michelin Tourist Guide.

This beautiful museum where art and nature coexist, features a pyramid-shaped main building made from 16 pillars of "hiba" (a type of cypress) that are over 1,000 years old. The main building is home to a permanent exhibition of "Itchiku Tsujigahana," an intricate dyeing art by dye artist Itchiku Kubota.

In addition, in the garden, which presents Kubota Itchiku's unique worldview, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery created by the combination of autumn leaves and buildings.

Find out more about Itchiku Kubota Art Museum

5. Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba

"Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba" is a row of 20 thatched roof houses. In the thatched roof houses, you can experience traditional Japanese crafts such as pottery, painting, and incense making. You can also view the fantastical Japanese landscape created by the thatched roof village and autumn leaves.

Lake Saiko Bird Forest Park

Surrounded by the Aokigahara Jukai forest, this natural park is home to around 60 species of wild birds, allowing you to observe them up close. In autumn, it is also famous as a spot to see the autumn foliage of beech, oak, and maple trees.

Momijidai

From Koyodai, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Fuji and the Aokigahara Jukai forest. In early November, you can enjoy the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji created by the colored trees.

Active Ways to Enjoy Kawaguchiko More: Cycling and Hot Springs

During the crowded autumn foliage season, rent an electric-assisted bicycle from Fujikanko Travel , located right in front of Kawaguchiko Sta. ! Make the most of your time and enjoy sightseeing!

Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen

This day-trip hot spring facility offers 16 types of baths, including two types of open-air baths with outstanding views of Mt. Fuji, as well as carbonated springs and cave baths. In addition to the baths, there are also restaurants, body refreshment (massage), and free and paid rest rooms. After viewing the autumn leaves, be sure to relax in the Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen.

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.

Click here for a map of recommended autumn foliage spots