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This is an article introducing Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyuko Line. We will introduce you to station facilities, monuments, and information you should know in advance.
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.
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.
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)
There is a footbath at the station. Might be nice in winter. From 10:00 to 15:00.
English speaking staff will follow up with you. It can get crowded, so it's best to leave plenty of time.
There is an area where you can buy souvenirs from Mt. Fuji sightseeing, and a cafe area.
For information around Lake Kawaguchi, it is best to use this site. Opening hours are 9:00-17:00.
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.
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.
The Kawaguchiko Station parking lot is actually an unexpected photo spot. Early morning is recommended.
Lake Kawaguchi is one of the places where you can see Mt. Fuji most beautifully. By using a car or motorcycle, you can see scenery that no one has ever seen before. It's good to visit famous spots that are crowded with people, but we also recommend quietly gazing at Mt. Fuji from an empty lakeside. For foreign customers, our English-speaking staff are waiting to hear from you. Please feel free to call us.
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