[2 hours from Tokyo ] 10 Quiet and Breathtaking Views of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Hokuto City , Yamanashi - Part 2
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Located just two hours from Tokyo, Hokuto City is easily accessible and rich in nature, making it a special place where you can encounter the "tranquil Mount Fuji." This article is the second part of an introduction to 10 spectacular spots in Hokuto City to view Mount Fuji. Why not head out to experience the spectacular views of Mount Fuji in each season?
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It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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Table of Contents
- Hokuto City: A city where you can discover new views of Mount Fuji
- 6. Amanogawara
- 7. Fujimi -daira
- Saka. Fujimi
- 9. Amikasayama
- 10. Kai Mount Komagatake
- summary
Hokuto City: A city where you can discover new views of Mount Fuji
With its crystal clear air and deep blue skies known as " Mount Yatsugatake Blue," Hokuto City is known only to those in the know as a town with beautiful views of Mount Fuji . In this two-part series, we will introduce 10 carefully selected spots where you can enjoy views of Mt. Fuji alongside a variety of landscapes, including ranches and Takaharu .
This is the second part.
6. Amanogawara
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An easily accessible view spot of Mount Fuji in the sky
Mount Tennyo Observatory is located at an altitude of 1,620m, and is an easy spot to get to for a spectacular view of Mount Fuji, about a 15-minute walk from the parking lot. It is popular as a "place in the sky" where you can enjoy the dramatic view of Mount Fuji enveloped in flowing clouds , and in autumn, the combination of Mount Fuji and the golden larch trees.
Nishiide, Oizumi Town, Hokuto City Elevation: 1620m
Best time to visit: Late April to late November (Winter forest road closure) Parking: Available Access: Approx. 20 minutes from Nagasaka IC on the Chuo towards Tokyo or Nagoya (to the parking lot)
7. Fujimi -daira
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View of Mount Fuji from the Mount Yatsugatake Takaharu Line
This observation deck is located on the way Kitakami from the Yatsugatake Takaharu Line towards Kannondaira. You can get a panoramic view of the Minami Alps , including Mount Fuji . In autumn, you can enjoy a breathtaking feast of golden larch trees .
Hokuto City, Hokuto City Elevation: 1545m
Best time to visit: Late April to late November (Winter forest roads are closed) Parking: Available Access: Approx. 15 minutes from Kobuchizawa IC on the Chuo towards Tokyo or Nagoya
Saka. Fujimi
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A panoramic view of Mount Fuji as you drive
Located at an altitude of 1,000m along the Rainbow Line that runs along the southern foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains, this is a hidden gem of a viewing spot for Mt. Fuji . Selected as one of the top Fujimi views of Mt. Fuji in the Kanto region, it offers a clear panoramic view of Mt. Fuji over the countryside, with the Minami Alps and Mount Yatsugatake also spreading out before your eyes. The soft light of the evening and the combination of the night view and Mount Fuji are also beautiful, making it the perfect place to stop by on a drive .
📍Oaramagasaki, Saka Town, Hokuto City Elevation: 1000m
Best time to visit: All year round Parking: None Access: About 10 minutes from Nagasaka IC on the Chuo towards Tokyo or Nagoya
9. Amikasayama
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Mount Fuji seen over the ridgeline from the famous southernmost Mine of the Mount Yatsugatake
Mount Ebigasa, at 2,524 meters above sea level, is located at the southernmost tip of the Mount Yatsugatake range and is a famous Mine with a gentle mountain shape resembling a bamboo hat. The area around Kannondaira is also popular as a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves, and with a variety of routes, you can enjoy serious mountain climbing. At the summit, a spectacular view of the majestic Mount Fuji over the Mount Yatsugatake ridge awaits.
Hokuto City, Hokuto City Elevation: 2524m
Best time: May to October (Winter forest road closure) Snow season: Late November to late March
Snow season: April to May Parking: Available Access: Approx. 15 minutes from Kobuchizawa IC on the Chuo towards Tokyo or Nagoya (to the parking lot)
10. Kai Mount Komagatake
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A reward for your hard work: a spectacular view of Mount Fuji
Mount Komagatake , with an elevation of 2,967m, is a famous Mine known for its rugged shape that towers at the northern end of the Minami Alps . The Kurobe Ridge, which starts from the Hokuto City side, is one of Japan's three steepest climbs, and is a dynamic mountain trail that rises 2,500m in one go. From the summit, Mount Fuji appears beyond the Houou Sanzan mountains , offering a breathtaking view that only those who strive to achieve it can enjoy.
*This is an advanced course with a course time of approximately 16 hours (ascent: approximately 9 hours 40 minutes, descent: approximately 6 hours 20 minutes).
📍Hokuto Hokuto City
Elevation: 2,967 m
Best time: June to October Snow season: Mid-November to mid-April Remaining snow season: April to May Parking: Available Access: Approximately 25 minutes from Sudama IC on the Chuo towards Tokyo or Nagoya
summary
In Hokuto City , you can see Mount Fuji in all its different faces from various places, including the Takaharu, Mori , forests, mountaintops, and even while driving.
Please use the spots introduced in the first and second articles as a reference to find your own favorite Mount Fuji.
It is located in the northwest of Yamanashi Prefecture, on the border with Nagano Prefecture. It is a vast area surrounded by 3,000m-class mountains such as the Yatsugatake Mountains, the Southern Alps, and Mt. Kinpu, and overlooking Mt. Fuji to the south. It is about a two-hour drive from Tokyo, about an hour from Mt. Fuji, and about an hour from Matsumoto, and is easily accessible, so many tourists visit throughout the year. It is also known as a "village of famous water," and three places have been selected as one of Japan's 100 famous water sources. This bounty of water is loved as natural water, and the area boasts one of the largest production volumes of mineral water in Japan. Sake is also produced from the pure water, and you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and rich food.
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