Mt. Fuji Five Lakes Area Private Tour with Licensed Guide(Kawaguchiko area Dep)
Come and see why Hokusai painted 36 different views of Mount Fuji! Join us on a private walking tour in the Yamanashi Five Lakes Area. The tallest mountain in Japan is surrounded by five lakes with beautiful natural scenery. Explore the shrines in the area and taste Houtou or Yoshida Udon, the local
📍Meeting point: Your guide will be at the meeting point on foot. If you need a private vehicle, please feel free to ask us and we will estimate an additional cost for you.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 5 minMt. Kachi Kachi Ropeway (カチカチロープウェイ) is located next to Lake Kawaguchiko, and it runs to the summit of Mt Tenjo. From the top, an amazing view of Mt Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko and the surrounding area can be seen.
Stop 2
⏱ 5 minChureito Pagoda (忠霊塔) is part of the Arakurayama Sengen Shrine in Fujiyoshida City, and the most popular photo spot of Mt Fuji. The famous view of Mt Fuji, the five storied red pagoda and cherry blossoms can be seen in early to mid April usually. In Cherry Blossom season, please be aware of long wait times to see Mount Fuji and the Pagoda. Recent years have required visitors to line up and wait upwards of an hour to see the view. Viewing time is about 3 to 5 minutes only.
Stop 3
⏱ 5 minFujiyoshida Sengen Shrine or officially called Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja (北口本宮冨士浅間神社) is a Shinto shrine located the north side of Mt Fuji between Lake Kawaguchi and Lake Yamanaka. The picturesque shrine is surrounded by rich nature.
Stop 4
⏱ 5 minOshino Hakkai (忍野八海) is a traditional Japanese village set near the Fuji Five Lake area. The village consist of 8 ponds that are formed from the spring water from the snow melt of Mt Fuji.
Stop 5
⏱ 30 minNarusawa Ice Cave (鳴沢氷穴) is a 153m lave cave located in the Aokigahara Forest. Visitors can walk through inside the cave, and there are ice pillars and ice wall that can be seen all year round.
Stop 6
⏱ 1hThe Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station (富士スバルライン五合目, Fuji Subaru Line Gogōme, also known as Yoshidaguchi 5th Station or Kawaguchiko 5th Station) lies at approximately the halfway point of the Yoshida Trail, which leads from Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine at the mountain's base to the summit of Mount Fuji. It is the most popular of the four 5th stations on Mount Fuji and the best developed and easiest to access by public transportation from Tokyo. The Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station is accessible almost year round, snow conditions permitting, and is a popular sightseeing spot even outside of the climbing season.
Stop 7
⏱ 5 minFuji Five Lakes or Fuji Goko (富士五湖) is 5 lakes and resorts areas at the foot of Mt Fuji. The Fuji Five Lakes consists of Lake Kawaguchiko (河口湖), Yamanakako (山中湖), Lake Saiko (西湖), Lake Motosuko (本栖湖) and Lake Shoji (精進湖), and they are popular tourist destination for all year round for sightseeing, hiking, camping, fishing, cruising, museums, and more.
Stop 8
⏱ 1hFuji Five Lakes or Fuji Goko (富士五湖) is 5 lakes and resorts areas at the foot of Mt Fuji. The Fuji Five Lakes consists of Lake Kawaguchiko (河口湖), Yamanakako (山中湖), Lake Saiko (西湖), Lake Motosuko (本栖湖) and Lake Shoji (精進湖), and they are popular tourist destination for all year round for sightseeing, hiking, camping, fishing, cruising, museums, and more.
Stop 9
⏱ 30 minAsama Shrine (also know as Sengen Shrine) is registered as world cultural heritage site. It was built to calm the eruption of Mt.Fuji which occurred in 864. The sacred tree of seven cedars called “Shichi-hon Sugi" is very famous. All seven of these cedars are more than 1,200 years old. They are certified as Yamanashi natural monuments. On the main approach to the shrine, there is a large torii gate with a height of 18m, and the road is lined with big cedar trees. This row of the big cedar is a natural monument of Fujikawaguchiko-machi. There are big trees in this precinct more than 100 of them as well as Big Seven Cedars, so it has a solemn atmosphere.
What’s Included
- ✓Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kawaguchiko
- ✓Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- ✓Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- ✗Private Vehicle
- ✗You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- ✗Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
What to Bring
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- •Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- •Wheelchair accessible
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
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