[Yamanashi] Recommended sightseeing route around Lake Kawaguchiko at the foot of Mt. Fuji in winter

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From December to February, the Fuji Five Lakes at the foot of Mt. Fuji get very cold, but the air is clear and you can see Mt. Fuji beautifully. This time, we will introduce a recommended route for enjoying sightseeing at the foot of Mt. Fuji in winter for 2 days and 1 night.

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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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Required time

1 night 2 days course

Transportation
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Day 1
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Ride the shuttle bus to Fujiten Snow Resort that departs from behind the Fuji Kankokaihatsu Building in front of Kawaguchiko Station. Advance reservations are required for the bus, so be sure to make reservations in advance on the website.

■Shuttle bus operation period  December 23, 2023 to February 29, 2024

The shuttle bus departs from the back of the Fuji Kankokaihatsu Building. Please be sure to make a reservation online in advance.

Click here for Fujiten shuttle bus details

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Fujiten Snow Resort

Take a ride on the Mt. Fuji Observation Lift, which operates only on weekdays, and view the impressive Mt. Fuji from the Mt. Fuji Observation Deck!

Please be sure to check 👇 in advance for lift operation status. (Please refer to "Romance Lift" for Mt. Fuji observation lift)

Lift operation status

You can even see Lake Kawaguchiko below!

They can also enjoy playing in the snow such as sledding at Chibikko Ai Land (For sleds & snow play area).

Let's warm up your body from the core by enjoying the warm ramen at Fujiten's restaurant!

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We boarded the shuttle bus again and headed for Kawaguchiko Sta..

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Fuji Midori no Kyuka-mura

Stayed at Fuji Midori Kyukamura's "Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen Entrance Ticket Plan''. I also enjoy hot springs. It takes about 20 minutes by free shuttle bus from Kawaguchiko Sta. to Fuji Midori Kyukamura.

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Fuji view hot spring Yurari

Day 2
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Return to Kawaguchiko Sta. Station using the Fuji Midori Kyukamura shuttle bus.
From Kawaguchiko Sta., take the Lake Kawaguchiko Tour Bus and head for Oishi Park.

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Oishi Park

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Board the Lake Kawaguchiko tour bus and return to Kawaguchiko Sta. to return to Tokyo.

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Yamanashi

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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