Make the most of Lake Kawaguchiko in June! Rainy day activities and recommended indoor sightseeing spots.

• Table of Contents
• What month is the probability of rain at Lake Kawaguchiko?
• What is the rainy season in Japan?
• 1. Not just an open-air bath! A variety of unique baths at "Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen "
• 2. Lake Kawaguchiko Cherry and Blueberry Farm, where you can enjoy cherry and blueberry picking.
• 3. The Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum offers soothing music and plenty of photogenic spots!
• 4. Experience traditional Japanese crafts at Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba
• 5. Kubota Itchiku Art Museum: Where nature and art coexist
• 6. Enjoy indoor treasure hunt activities at the Stone Museum
• 7. Fujisan Culture Gallery, located in front of Lake Kawaguchiko Station, offers calligraphy, origami, and tea ceremony experiences.
• 8. Inside the Narusawa Roadside Station, a giant dinosaur welcomes visitors at the "Narusawa Mount Fuji Museum".
• 9. Lake Kawaguchiko Muse Hall and Yukikan: Where you can meet adorable dolls
• 10. The Largest Lava Cave on Mount Mount Fuji: "Bat Cave"
• Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

What month is the probability of rain at Lake Kawaguchiko?

The month with the most precipitation in the Lake Kawaguchiko area is September due to typhoons and other factors, followed by June due to the rainy season.

On the other hand, in winter, the area is covered by the Pacific high pressure system, so there are many sunny days from November to February.

For more information on typhoons, click here

What is the rainy season in Japan?

Japan has four seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. The rainy season front forms in the south of Japan from June to July when spring is fully transitioning into summer. This causes more rainy and cloudy days. The rainy season usually starts in early June and ends in mid- to late July. During the rainy season, the average high temperature is 23°C and the average low temperature is 13°C, so it can feel chilly in the mornings and when it rains, so be sure to bring a jacket.

1. Not just an open-air bath! A variety of unique baths at "Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen "

At Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen, you can enjoy a bath while admiring the magnificent view of Mount Fuji . In addition to the open-air bath, there are 16 unique baths available, including a cave bath and a carbonated spring.

In addition to the baths, there is also the "Okariba" where you can enjoy a meal in the atmosphere of the Taisho period in Japan, and the "Oashisu" body refreshment room to soothe your travel fatigue, so you can enjoy bathing and meals in a Japanese atmosphere even in the rain. After your bath, be sure to try the local Yamanashi dish "hoto" at Yamanashi Prefecture, where a mini steam locomotive train delivers your meal. (You can also just use the restaurant without using the baths.)

Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari Onsen

2. Lake Kawaguchiko Cherry and Blueberry Farm, where you can enjoy cherry and blueberry picking.

"Kawaguchiko Cherry and Blueberry Farm" is operated by members of the cherry producers' cooperative residing in the Lake Kawaguchiko Oishi area, and offers cherry picking on its vast grounds where approximately 1,000 cherry trees are cultivated.

Every year, you can enjoy cherry picking from mid-June to early July, and blueberry picking from early July to early August. Cherry picking, in particular, can be enjoyed in a greenhouse and is a recommended activity even on rainy days.

Depending on the variety and the climate of the year, cherry picking is usually available from around June.

Kawaguchiko Cherry Farm & Blueberry Farm

3. The Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum offers soothing music and plenty of photogenic spots!

The Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum has a wide variety of music shows and events, including an exhibition of rare music boxes and automatic musical instruments. The world's largest dance organ and an automatic musical instrument that was planned to be installed on the Titanic have impressive sounds.

Even in the rain, you can still have fun with activities such as the "Music Box Making Experience" where you can create your own original music box, or the "Princess Experience" where you can choose your favorite dress from over 100 types and stroll around the museum.

Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum

4. Experience traditional Japanese crafts at Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba

In order to restore the Hara scenery of the beautiful thatched roof village that was lost in a typhoon disaster in 1966, 40 years later in 2006, "Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba" was established, centered around 20 thatched roof houses.

In the thatched roof houses, you can experience traditional Japanese crafts such as pottery, painting, and incense making, as well as purchase crafts and local specialties and taste foods such as irodango and soba. Be sure to enjoy Japanese craftsmanship as a wonderful memory of your trip to Japan.

Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba

5. Kubota Itchiku Art Museum: Where nature and art coexist

The Itchiku Kubota Art Museum displays a number of representative works by dye artist Itchiku Kubota. This beautiful museum where art and nature coexist, features a pyramid-shaped main building made of 16 pillars of "hiba" (Cypress) that are over 1,000 years old. It displays kimonos with a Fuji theme, including the " light " series, which is Kubota's life work.

Inside the museum, there is a teahouse where you can relax and enjoy matcha tea while watching the Ryumon Falls, which changes its appearance with the seasons, as well as a museum shop with a Toyotomi selection of products such as dragonfly jewel accessories and Japanese goods.

Itchiku Kubota Art Museum

6. Enjoy indoor treasure hunt activities at the Stone Museum

The Stone Museum is an indoor place where you can enjoy a whole lot of "gem hunting" activities.

The museum is divided into three areas: "SAGASO," an outdoor mining area of ​​approximately 1,650 square meters; "HOTTE," an indoor area where you can enjoy gem hunting; and the "Stone Museum," which displays gems and minerals collected from all over the world.

The "HOTTE" area, which can be enjoyed even on rainy days, is divided into attractions for adults and children. The "Naughty Gem Hunt" is aimed at children aged 3 to 6th grade, and involves digging up natural stones such as crystals from a special area, while the "Adult Gem Hunt" is aimed at elementary school students and above, and involves excavating cut gemstones from a special excavation box. You can also collect the gemstones you have excavated and create your own original bracelet.

Fujikawaguchiko Stone Museum

7. Fujisan Culture Gallery, located in front of Lake Kawaguchiko Station, offers calligraphy, origami, and tea ceremony experiences.

At the FUJISAN Culture Gallery on the second floor of Fujisan Plaza in front of Lake Kawaguchiko Station, you can experience various Japanese cultural activities such as wearing a kimono, tea ceremony, and calligraphy.

There are also experiences available that can be tried in 15 to 30 minutes, such as making traditional Japanese stamp (hanko), so why not make good use of your waiting time for the bus or train and give it a try?

We also have many plans available that you can enjoy without making a reservation.

You can also try Yoshida's Udon Soft Serve and Blue Mount Fuji Curry Bread at the FUJISAN PLAZA on the first floor. Local Yamanashi specialties are also available for purchase, so be sure to stop by.

Fujisan Culture Gallery

FUJISAN PLAZLA

8. Inside the Narusawa Roadside Station, a giant dinosaur welcomes visitors at the "Narusawa Mount Fuji Museum".

The Narusawa Mount Fuji Museum is located inside the Narusawa Roadside Station. As soon as you enter the museum, you will be greeted by a giant dinosaur. Inside the museum, you can see aerial shots and computer graphics footage of the origins of Mount Fuji, the nature at the foot of the mountain, and the state of the summit. You can also learn about the inside of Mount Fuji through models, and find out weather information such as clouds that appear on Mount Fuji and the weather.

At the attached museum shop, you can purchase souvenirs unique to the area, such as crystal rough and natural stones associated with the crystal polishing technology, a local industry in Yamanashi.

Narusawa Mount Fuji Museum

9. Lake Kawaguchiko Muse Hall and Yukikan: Where you can meet adorable dolls

Located in Yagisaki Park on the shores of Lake Kawaguchi, the Lake Kawaguchiko Muse Hall and Atae Yuki Hall were listed in the Michelin Green Guide Japon with two stars in 2009. The building is made up of three areas: an exhibition room, a shop, and a cafe. The exhibition room has a permanent display of works by creative doll artist Atae Yuki. Around 100 dolls are on display at all times, from kimono-clad dolls to fantastical fairy dolls.

After viewing the dolls, you can enjoy coffee, tea, herbal tea, sweets, and more at the attached Doll Cafe.

Lake Kawaguchiko Muse Hall

10. The Largest Lava Cave on Mount Mount Fuji: "Bat Cave"

Located in the primeval forest "Aoki Hara " where ancient nature remains, the lava cave "Bat Cave" boasts a total length of 350m, making it the largest lava cave at the foot of Mount Fuji Mount Fuji . Inside the cave, you can see stalactites and rope-shaped lava, which were created by the components released by the explosion when the lava that flowed from the eruption of Mt. Fuji came into contact with the outside air.

At the adjacent Kunimasu Exhibition Hall, you can observe the Kunimasu, which was said to be extinct. The Kunimasu is only found in Lake Saiko, no matter where in the world you look. Please take your time to look at this precious fish.

Lake Saiko Nature Center

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

Q: When does the rainy season end?

A: The rainy season at Lake Kawaguchiko usually ends around mid-July.

Q: Is it cold during the rainy season at Lake Kawaguchiko?

A : During the rainy season, the average maximum temperature is 23°C and the average minimum temperature is 13°C, so it may feel chilly in the mornings and when it rains, so be sure to bring a jacket.

Q: Can you see Mount Fuji even if it rains?

A : You can't see Mount Fuji on rainy days. However, you can sometimes see Mount Fuji even on cloudy days, and there are days when you can't see it even on sunny days. The probability of seeing Mount Fuji is lowest during the rainy season.

Q: What is the weather like in Kawaguchiko during the rainy season?

A : The percentage of sunny days in June and July is around 20%. There are many cloudy and rainy days.

During the rainy season, the chances of seeing Mount Fuji are lower because the percentage of sunny days is low, but there are fewer tourists than in other seasons, making it a great time to enjoy sightseeing indoors. Why not enjoy sightseeing at Lake Kawaguchiko even if you can't see Mount Fuji ?