A Comprehensive Guide to Mount Fuji's Must-See Attractions
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🌄 TOP 9 Must-See Spots at Mount Fuji! Listed in no particular order, but we've rated them for potential disappointment!
Tourist Attractions:
1️⃣ Lake Yamanaka ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Swan Lake + Ethereal Beauty
Fewer crowds than Lake Kawaguchiko! Swans often grace the lake's surface, and the morning mist creates a fairy-tale atmosphere. Swan boats are available for rent nearby. Light-colored dresses are recommended for photos!
2️⃣ Lake Kawaguchiko ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Stunning Reflections + Cycling Paradise
The most iconic lake at the foot of Mount Fuji! On a clear day, the lake reflects Mount Fuji like a mirror, it's breathtaking! We recommend renting a bicycle and cycling around the lake, taking photos as you go. (⚠Don't go on a cloudy day, you won't see anything!)
3⃣ Lawson Convenience Store (Kawaguchiko Station Branch) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Insta-Famous Spot + Instant Photo Ops
The classic convenience store with Mount Fuji in the background! But ⚠it's incredibly crowded! We recommend going at 7am, otherwise you'll have to queue for half an hour... (The Lawson next door actually has a pretty good angle too, and fewer people!)
4⃣ Oshino Hakkai ⭐⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Clear Springs + Little Kyoto Vibes
Eight ponds formed by Mount Fuji's snowmelt, the water is so clear you can see the bottom! However, it's very commercialized, and the souvenirs are expensive and not particularly special. Take a few photos and move on.
5⃣ Sky Ladder Town (Hitokawa Clock Store) ⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Mount Fuji at the End of the Street
A super popular spot on Instagram! In reality, it's an ordinary small road. For photos, wait for fewer cars and use a telephoto lens, otherwise the effect will be diminished... (⚠Be careful, don't stand in the middle of the road!)
6⃣ Dream Bridge ⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Stairway to the Sea of Clouds
From afar, it looks like a ladder leading to Mount Fuji, but it's quite far from the mountain. Suitable for wide-angle lenses. Don't go on a cloudy day!
7⃣ Golden Torii Gate (Asama Shrine) ⭐⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Hiking Starting Point + Vermilion Torii Gate
The entrance to Mount Fuji's 5th station, suitable for those who want to climb the mountain! If you're not climbing, the viewing platform at Asama Shrine offers better photo opportunities.
8⃣ Sky Torii Gate (Arakura Sengen Shrine) ⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Panoramic View of Mount Fuji + Stair Climbing Warning
Be prepared to climb 398 steps! But the torii gate at the top + cherry blossom season/autumn foliage season is stunning. Go for it if you're up for the challenge!
9⃣ Mount Fuji McDonald's ⭐⭐
📌 Keywords: Limited Edition Packaging + Controversial Check-in Spot
Only certain branches have Mount Fuji packaging, and the food tastes the same as any other McDonald's... You can take a photo if you're passing by, but there's no need to go there specifically.
【Transportation🚃】
1⃣JR Line
Take the Fuji Excursion train from Shinjuku Station directly to Kawaguchiko Station, no transfers required, approximately two hours. Weekday and designated period/holiday schedules are different, so be sure to check the timetable.
2⃣Limited Express Train
Take the train to Otsuki, then transfer to the Fujikyu Railway Line at Otsuki. This takes longer.
3⃣Bus
Book in advance on the Highway Bus website to avoid sold-out situations. Cost & Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Traffic jams are possible during holidays or peak tourist season.
🏠Accommodation Recommendations
Kawaguchiko Area (Most Popular)
·Luxury Hotels:
·Kozantei Ubuya: Traditional Japanese onsen hotel, all rooms face Mount Fuji, offers kaiseki meals and private onsen.
·Konansou: Japanese tatami rooms, rooftop onsen with views of Mount Fuji, includes breakfast and dinner.
·Budget-Friendly Options:
·KUKUNA Hotel: Modern onsen hotel, some rooms with direct views of Mount Fuji, suitable for families or couples.
·Kawaguchiko Guesthouses: Affordable prices, offering warm and homely service.
🍽️Food Recommendations:
·Oshibori (Kawaguchiko Branch): Long-established restaurant, rich soup base.
·Mount Fuji Lava Grill: Meat grilled on volcanic rock.
·Yoshida Udon: Thick and chewy udon noodles from Fujiyoshida City, dipped in soy sauce or curry.
·Fruit Desserts: Yamanashi Prefecture is a fruit kingdom, especially in summer.