Mount Fuji

Gaze out at beautiful Mount Fuji while being surrounded by autumn leaves. The volcanic mountain stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding reds and oranges during autumn. Mount Fuji is one of the most famous landmarks of Japan, and seeing it during the fall season makes it seem that much more majestic.

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Mount Fuji is Japan's most famous volcano, and a popular sight for hiking and sightseeing. During the autumn season the area around Mount Fuji becomes the perfect place for fall foliage viewing. Trees surounding the Fuji Five Lakes turns to beautful amber and golden shades, and people come from all over to view Mount Fuji from the surrounding lakes.

To Lake Kawaguchi

BusFrom Tokyo Station-->Take bus to Lake Kawaguchi (2hr 22min)
*Additionally can take bus to Mt. Fuji 5th Station from Lake Kawaguchi

To Mount Fuji

Train From Tokyo Station-->Take train to Shin-Fuji Shizuoka (1hr 8min)

Taxi Take taxi to Mount Fuji (1hr 12min)

Recommended Route from Tokyo

Air

From Tokyo Station to Lake Kawaguchi

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(2hr 22min)

Bus

From Lake Kawaguchi to Mt. Fuji 5th station

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(1hr)

Goal

Arrive at Mt. Fuji 5th station

Hotels

Toki Yuyu Rakuyu

Toki Yuyu Rakuyu

Approximately 5 min by taxi from Kawaguchiko Station, this "Ryokan" style hotel has natural hot spring, and an amazing view of Lake Ashi.

$108
avg/night
La Vista Fuji-Kawaguchiko

La Vista Fuji-Kawaguchiko

About 10 min by taxi (or a free shuttle) from Kawaguchiko Station, every single room in this Provance style hotel has Mt.Fuji and Lake Ashi view.

$141
avg/night
Private Resort Pine Tree

Private Resort Pine Tree

Excellent access, 3 min by car from Kawaguchi Lake IC, and 7 min walk to Fuji Q Highland. There are various of detached log house-type and condominium-type cottages that are popular among women.

$93
avg/night

Activities

1-Day Spectacular Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi Tour

1-Day Spectacular Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi Tour
  • Multilingual audio guidance available in English, Chinese, Thai, French, Spanish, Italian, Indonesian and Japanese.
  • Specialized for Mt. Fuji areas! You won't miss must-see sights!
  • You can go back to Tokyo early evening!
  • Free WiFi service available on the tour bus!