Introduction to Kawaguchiko Station　Fujikyuko Line Kawaguchiko Station is the gateway to Mt. Fuji sightseeing.

What is Kawaguchiko Station?

Kawaguchiko Station is a station located at the end of the Fuji Kyuko Line in Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture. The secondary station name is ``Fujikawaguchiko Onsenkyo.'' Along with Mt.Fuji Station, it is visited by many tourists as the gateway to sightseeing in Mt.Fuji.

torii

There is a torii monument at the station, perhaps in reference to the famous Kanatorii gate in the neighboring town of Fujiyoshida City. As the torii gate of Mt. Fuji, a sacred mountain, it is said to represent the ``barrier'' between the mundane world and the sacred area of ​​Mt. Fuji. Fuji-ko believers who came to worship at Mt. Fuji passed through the Kanatori gate.

Mo1 type train

A new vehicle built by Fuji Sanroku Electric Railway, the predecessor of Fuji Kyuko, when the line opened in 1929. Five cars, from Mo 1 to Mo 5, were built, and were designed to be used on one of Japan's steepest slopes running towards Mt. Fuji. They were equipped with electric brakes and sand-throwing equipment to prevent steep slopes. Apparently it was a cutting-edge vehicle (from the vehicle description)

footbath

There is a footbath at the station. Might be nice in winter. From 10:00 to 15:00.

Facilities inside the station

ticket gate

Ticket office

English speaking staff will follow up with you. It can get crowded, so it's best to leave plenty of time.

Souvenir shop/snacks area

There is an area where you can buy souvenirs from Mt. Fuji sightseeing, and a cafe area.

Fuji Kawaguchiko Tourist Information Center

For information around Lake Kawaguchi, it is best to use this site. Opening hours are 9:00-17:00.

JR/Fuji Kyuko direct limited express "Fuji Kaiyu"

From March 2019, the "Fuji Kaiyu" service, which connects Shinjuku directly to Kawaguchiko Station without transfers, began operating three round trips daily. By connecting Shinjuku to the Mt. Fuji area every day without transfers, the travel time between Shinjuku and Lake Kawaguchi has been shortened by approximately 30 minutes to approximately 2 hours. On weekends, the Chuo Expressway is so congested that it's hard to read the time on the express bus to Tokyo. If you are in a hurry, we recommend using the train.

parking

There is an adjacent parking lot. The first 30 minutes are free, and each additional 30 minutes is 200 yen. There is a discount of up to 500 yen per day for those who spend more than 1,000 yen on trains and express buses. You must present your parking ticket at the counter when purchasing a ticket.

Kawaguchiko Station is an unexpected photo spot

The Kawaguchiko Station parking lot is actually an unexpected photo spot. Early morning is recommended.

We look forward to seeing you there. Yoshimura Rental Car

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