Best Flower Spots in Fuji Kawaguchiko: Sakura, Hydrangea, Lavender and More!
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The area around Lake Kawaguchiko is full of various flowers, including cherry blossoms, that bloom throughout the year, and the area is crowded with tourists from both Japan and abroad who come to see the beautiful flowers. This time, we will introduce flower viewing spots including cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, and lavender.
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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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- [Late March to early April] If you want to see the spectacular view of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms, go to Arakurayama Sengen Park
- [Late March to early April] A great sense of openness! View Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko, and cherry blossoms from the north shore of Lake Kawaguchiko(along the shore of Lake Kawaguchiko Circular Hall)
- [Mid-April to late April] If you want to see azaleas and Mt. Fuji, go to "Narusawa Roadside Station"
- [Late June to mid-July] For hydrangeas, go to Yagizaki Park
- [Late June to mid-July] Oishi Park: Enjoy the spectacular views of lavender fields and Mt. Fuji
- [Late July to mid-August] The lake surface is covered with lovely lotus flowers at Lake Asami
- [Early July to late July] "Hakusan Rhododendron" blooms at the tree line of Mt. Fuji's fifth station
- For flower viewing at the foot of Mt. Fuji, use the Fujikanko Travel Sightseeing Taxi
*Please note that the best viewing time may change depending on the weather, etc.
[Late March to early April] If you want to see the spectacular view of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms, go to Arakurayama Sengen Park
Approximately 650 cherry trees are planted in the park, and it is crowded with many tourists from both Japan and abroad during the cherry blossom season. It is a scenic spot where you can see Mt. Fuji, the five-story pagoda, and cherry blossoms all at the same time, and the Sakura Festival is held there every year from the end of March to early April.
The 10th Arakurayama Sengen Park Cherry Blossom Festival
Period: April 1st to April 18th, 2025
Location: Arakurayama Sengen Park
It is expected to be busy during the festival, so please make sure you arrive early!
Recommended spots to visit together: Shimomiya Komuro Sengen Shrine & Shimoyoshida Honmachi Street
This is a historic shrine located on Honmachi Street in the Shimoyoshida district of Fujiyoshida. The "Yabusame Festival" held every September is a very unusual Shinto ritual in which fortune is predicted by looking at the shape of the horse's hoof prints, unlike the traditional Yabusame, which involves shooting at a target on horseback. It is located along Shimoyoshida Honmachi Street, a popular Mt. Fuji viewing spot on social media, so be sure to visit.
Mount Fuji Shimomiya Komuro Sengen Shrine
[Late March to early April] A great sense of openness! View Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko, and cherry blossoms from the north shore of Lake Kawaguchiko(along the shore of Lake Kawaguchiko Circular Hall)
The 200 cherry trees, which stretch for about 1 km, come into full bloom every year from late March to early April. The Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko Cherry Blossom Festival is also held every year around this time.
During the festival, food stalls and craft markets are set up, making the area even more lively. The cherry blossoms are also lit up at night, creating a fantastical view.
Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko Cherry Blossom Festival
Period: April 1st to April 13th, 2025
Location: Lake Kawaguchiko North Shore Walking Trail
Fuji Lake Kawaguchiko Cherry Blossom Festival
A recommended spot to visit together: "Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba"
In 2006, "Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba" was opened to restore the original scenery of the beautiful thatched roof village that was lost in a typhoon disaster in 1966. In the 20 thatched roof houses, you can experience traditional Japanese crafts such as pottery, painting, and incense making, as well as view the original Japanese scenery.
[Mid-April to late April] If you want to see azaleas and Mt. Fuji, go to "Narusawa Roadside Station"
Approximately 2,000 Mitsuba Azaleas (10,000 rhododendrons) grow naturally along the nature trails at the Narusawa Roadside Station, and are in full bloom from late April to early May each year. Please enjoy the combination of the deep pink Mitsuba Azaleas blooming in the red pine forest and Mt. Fuji.
Narusawa Azalea Festival
Period: Saturday, April 20th, 2024 to Sunday, April 21st, 2024 *2025 event dates and times to be determined
Location: Narusawa Roadside Station
Recommended spots to visit together : Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen
"Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen" is a day-trip hot spring facility located a one-minute walk from the Narusawa Roadside Station.
There are 16 types of baths available, including an open-air bath with a spectacular view of Mt. Fuji, as well as carbonated springs and a cave bath.
Our recommendation is the "Guest Bath," which will open for reservations from April 8, 2024. It is a spacious 20-tatami Japanese-style room with an indoor bath with a direct view of Mt. Fuji.
Fuji view hot spring Yurari
401-0320 8532-5 Narusawa Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Pref...
A day-trip hot spring facility with a total of 16 types of baths, including two types of open-air baths with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji, as well as carbonated springs and cave baths.
In addition to the baths, there is a rest room where you can relax after taking a bath, a private restaurant called "Okariba" where meals are delivered by a mini steam locomotive train, and a restaurant called "Fujizakura" where you can enjoy local ingredients at reasonable prices.
[Late June to mid-July] For hydrangeas, go to Yagizaki Park
Yagizaki Park, located on the south shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, was previously used as the main venue for the Herb Festival, and you can see not only lavender, but also cherry blossoms in the spring and hydrangeas in early summer. Yagizaki Park is a park located on the opposite south shore and is a popular place for locals to relax. It is a hidden gem with fewer tourists than Oishi Park on the north shore.
Best time to see: Late June to mid-July
Location: Yagizaki Park
Another recommended spot to see hydrangeas: Fuji Subaru Land
Hydrangea Road, located within Fuji Subaru Land, a theme park with a variety of attractions that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, is a hidden hydrangea viewing spot in Lake Kawaguchiko where many hydrangeas bloom every year.
Fuji Subaru Land
6663-1 Kenmaruo, Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District,...
A theme park that the whole family can enjoy, located at the foot of Mt. Fuji, at an altitude of 1,000m. Surrounded by forest, the park is filled with attractions such as the "Nature Experience Base Acorn Course," "Gururi Forest Adventure," and the "Jumbo Slide."
A recommended spot to visit together : Fuji Omuro Sengen-jinja Shrine
Fuji Omuro Sengen-jinja Shrine is made up of two shrines, the main shrine and the village shrine. The main shrine is the oldest shrine on Mount Fuji and is registered as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. It is also one of the Component Parts of World Heritage. You can enjoy the cherry blossoms lining the approach to the shrine in spring and the autumn leaves in autumn.
The Yabusame Festival is held every year on April 29th, where you can enjoy a spectacular performance of archery from horseback.
Fuji Omuro Sengen-jinja Shrine
[Late June to mid-July] Oishi Park: Enjoy the spectacular views of lavender fields and Mt. Fuji
The Kawaguchiko Herb Festival is a major event held at Lake Kawaguchiko Park every year from late June to mid-July. It is a spectacular spot where you can see the purple lavender blooming, Lake Kawaguchiko, and Mt. Fuji all at the same time. During the festival, there are also stalls selling local specialties. In addition, at Oishi Park, you can enjoy over 90 kinds of flowers throughout the seasons along a 350m long stretch.
Best time to see: Late June to mid-July
Location: Oishi Park
Kawaguchiko Herb Festival
Period: Saturday, June 22, 2024 - Monday, July 15, 2024
A recommended spot to visit together : Kawaguchi Asama-jinja Shrine
Kawaguchi Asama-jinja Shrine is one of the Component Parts of World Heritage , and was built to calm the eruptions of Mount Fuji. Within the shrine grounds is the Seven Cedars, a natural monument of Yamanashi Prefecture that is over 1,200 years old, and is overwhelming in its size.
Every year on July 28th, girls and children perform the "Children's Dance," an important intangible national folk dance that has been performed since ancient times to calm the eruptions of Mount Fuji.
[Late July to mid-August] The lake surface is covered with lovely lotus flowers at Lake Asami
Lake Asami is one of the Fuji Eight Lakes. A wide variety of living creatures coexist here and it is loved by locals as a place of relaxation. Every year from July to August, you can see the fantastic lotus flowers blooming all over the lake. It is recommended to visit early in the morning or mid-morning before the lotus flowers are fully bloomed. During this period, you can also see hydrangeas!
Best time to see: Late July to late August
Location Lake Akemi
A recommended spot to visit together : Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine
This shrine is also one of the Component Parts of World Heritage of Mount Fuji's World Heritage Site. Within the grounds of this ancient shrine, which has a history of over 1900 years, you can see the Fujitaro Cedar tree, which is over 1000 years old and registered as a natural monument, as well as the main hall, Zuishinmon Gate, and Kagura Hall, which are designated as important cultural properties of Japan.
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine
[Early July to late July] "Hakusan Rhododendron" blooms at the tree line of Mt. Fuji's fifth station
Ochudo, located at the fifth station of Mt. Fuji, is home to a large colony of Hakusan rhododendrons, which reach their peak blooming period from mid-July to early August each year. The clusters of pretty pale pink flowers add color to Mt. Fuji.
When visiting Onachudo, be sure to wear layers of clothing and comfortable walking clothes so that you can easily regulate your body temperature.
Best time to see: Late July to early August
Location: Mount Fuji 5th Station, Onchumichi Okuniwa （Natural park)
A recommended spot to visit together: Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station
The Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station is lined with restaurants, souvenir shops, shrines, and other attractions, and is bustling with tourists. You can easily stop by even if you are not planning to climb Mt. Fuji. (There are restrictions on private cars from July to August each year.)
For information on private car restrictions, click here
For flower viewing at the foot of Mt. Fuji, use the Fujikanko Travel Sightseeing Taxi
To ensure that you can fully enjoy sightseeing around the foot of Mt. Fuji even on a short trip, Fujikanko Travel, such as the "3-hour round trip course to see famous cherry blossom spots around Lake Kawaguchiko," the "Mt. Fuji 5th Station and Okuniwa （Natural park) walking course," the "Oshino area enjoyment course," and the "8-hour round trip course to see the Fuji Five Lakes and famous sightseeing spots." In addition, if you let us know in advance where you would like to go, we can create a special plan just for you, so please feel free to contact us.
Fujikanko Travel Sightseeing Taxi
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.
*Please note that the best viewing time may change depending on the weather, etc.
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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