Did you know Mt Fuji is visible only 60% of the time? Which means, 40% probability that you donโt see it at all. Thatโs why itโs important to plan well to maximize your chances to see the beautiful Mt Fuji๐ป
ใปMt Fuji is not always visible.ย Visibility is best between Oct to Feb.ย On average, there is 40% chance to see the whole Mt Fuji, 20% partial view, and 40% no view.ย Higher chance to see Mt Fuji in the mornings, compared to afternoons.
ใปMt Fuji is in a beautiful scenic location with lakes and forests.ย If you have time, I would recommend at least one or two night stay, to relax in the outdoor hot spring of the serene nature and to increase your chance to meet Mt Fuji ๐
ย ใปTo climb Mt Fuji, the summit ๐ป is open only from July to mid September.ย You can go to the mid station all year round.
ใปMost popular place to view Mt Fuji is Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Yamanaka.ย Two of 5 lakes at the base of Mt Fuji.ย For Lake Kawaguchi, the main station is "Kawaguchiko station (train/bus)".ย For Lake Yamanaka, the main station is "Yamanakako-murayakuba-mae (bus)" or any of the other bus stops around the lake.ย With public transport, Lake Kawaguchi is easier to access from Tokyo.
ใปFujiyoshida city is the rural town at the foot of Mt Fuji.
ใปHakone and Izu are other beautiful places to view Mt Fuji from afar.
โข How to visit?
Tour Bus
Day trip from Tokyo by tour bus is the most frequent and easiest way to visit Mt Fuji.ย If you only have one day and you want to see all the major sights, this is the best way.ย Because public transport in Mt Fuji area is infrequent, the tour bus will efficiently take you around the sights with minimal wait time for transportation.
Fuji Express Train from Shinjuku station directly to Kawaguchiko station (approx 2hrs) is the easiest train ride with no transit (4,130 jpy / one way), although it runs only a few times a day.ย Other trains with transits usually at Otsuki station are available for cheaper.ย
Mt Fuji stands majestic with beautiful views from many angles.ย The popular viewing spots are from the hilltop, by the lake, at the footsteps, mid station, and summit.
Oshino Hakkai (UNESCO World Heritage) are the eight springs found in Oshino, Yamanashi, Japan. The aquifer water from Mount Fuji comes out to the ground to form these springs. They are a Natural monument of Japan, part of the Mount Fuji World Heritage Site.
Midstation of Mt Fuji. Often the starting point for the climb to the peak. The station is reached by the Fuji Subaru Line, a scenic toll road up Mount Fuji's lower northern slopes, that begins in Fujikawaguchiko Town.
Early July to mid September is the official climbing season when the trails and mountain facilities are open. During this period the mountain is usually free of snow, the weather is relatively mild, access by public transportation is easy, and the mountain huts are operating. There are four trails that lead to the summit of Mt Fuji.
Sky Deck is the 55m-tall observation deck right beside the park's scariest roller coaster with the best view of Mt Fuji. Fujiyama Walk is 55m-tall course where you can walk with just a harness midair.
An easy way to see Mt Fuji is from the train between Osaka & Tokyo. For Shinkansen, Seat E (Second class = Ordinary car)/Seat D (First class = Green car) is always the window seat facing Mt Fuji.
Shinkansen doesnโt turn around at the end of the line, it just goes in the reverse direction.
From
๐ Tokyo โ Osaka/Kyoto (right side)
(Seat E / Second class )(Seat D / First class)
๐ Osaka/Kyoto โ Tokyo (left side)
(Seat E / Second class )(Seat D / First class)
You can see Mt Fuji near the Shin-Fuji station
Add to
Details
โค Where to Stay?
Mt Fuji is a popular destination all year round, so the most popular accommodations are booked out one year before.ย Make sure to plan ahead ๐
Features indoor and outdoor public hot spring baths, and baths that can be rented for private use. It offers free pick-up from Kawaguchiko Train Station with an advance reservation. Mount Fuji or the Misaka Mountains can be seen from the outdoor hot spring bath.
The resort offers 4-star accommodations with a sauna, hot tub and hot spring bath. A terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has family rooms.
Featuring great views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, Konanso features natural hot spring baths and large Japanese-style rooms with traditional tatami (woven-straw) flooring. It is only a 2-minute walk from a ferry stop, where guests can board sightseeing cruises. Free WiFi is offered in all areas.
Konanso offers indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, a private-use bath (charges apply), and a foot bath on the rooftop. Relaxing massage services can be arranged. Other facilities include karaoke rooms and a lounge bar. A souvenir shop can be found on the ground floor.
Accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can use the sauna and the hot spring bath, or enjoy mountain views.
Luxurious ryokan Fuji Onsenji Yumedono is located just 1640 feet from Lake Kawaguchiko. It features traditional Japanese cuisine served in the dining area, suites with in-room hot springs and a garden. This hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Kawaguchiko Train Station. Nagasaki Park and Oishi Park are both a 10-minute taxi ride away and offer magnificent views of Mount Fuji. Karaoke facilities are available a 5-minute walk away.
Featuring a sauna, mysa fuji is located in Fujikawaguchiko. Set 4.6 km from Lake Kawaguchi, the property offers a garden and free private parking. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking villa features a sauna.
The air-conditioned villa is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. The property offers garden views.
Surrounded by views of the garden, Villa Saison Fuji is a sustainable villa in Fujikawaguchiko, offering guests an environmentally friendly accommodation close to Fujiomuro Sengen Shrine. With pool views, this accommodation features a patio and a swimming pool. There's a sun terrace and guests have access to free Wifi, free private parking, and an an electric vehicle charging station.
Offers a balcony with pool and garden views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub. This villa features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an an electric vehicle charging station.
Offers a garden and air conditioning. Access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious villa is fitted with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Surrounded by views of the garden, Villa Saison Fuji is a sustainable villa in Fujikawaguchiko, offering guests an environmentally friendly accommodation close to Fujiomuro Sengen Shrine. With pool views, this accommodation features a patio and a swimming pool. There's a sun terrace and guests have access to free Wifi, free private parking, and an an electric vehicle charging station.
A sustainable villa in Fujikawaguchiko, where guests can make the most of its bar and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers a shuttle service and features a garden and outdoor fireplace.
Hi ๐ I'm MiA ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ a native of Tokyo Japan ๐ฏ๐ต I used to run an Airbnb, but now I focus on providing the best travel tips for first time travelers to Japan; I focus on time and money saving tips to help make your trip as smooth as possible ๐งณ (joined Nov 2023)
