HomeAsiaEast AsiaJapanMount Fuji 5 Places to Visit in Kawaguchiko and Mt Fuji Lakes + Things To Do By Marcos Detourista. Updated on April 16, 2020. Where to go in Kawaguchiko and Mt Fuji Lakes? Achieve your travel goals with this list of beautiful destinations, things to do, best places to visit, Kawaguchi-ko tourist spots, attractions & more. The lakeside town of Kawaguchi-ko offers one of the most beautiful views of Mount Fuji. This resort area is 1.5 hours away from Shinjuku via express train. It’s a popular day tour destination from Tokyo, but with all the cool spots to go and fun things to do in Kawaguchi-ko and the surrounding area, spending a night or two is a good idea too! 1. Chureito Pagoda Location: 3353-1 Arakura, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan. Save on Google Maps. Perhaps the most photographed spot in all of Japan, Chureito Pagoda offers a majestic view of Mount Fuji with the iconic five-story pagoda. The best time to go is early morning before clouds come rolling in. It is common not to see a view of Mt. Fuji because of heavy cloud cover. There’s a good chance of seeing Mt. Fuji in the late afternoon hours as well. To get the picture-perfect shot you’ll need to walk 400 steps uphill at Arakurayama Sengen Park. The nearest train station is Shimoyoshida Station. Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi Scenic Spots Day Tour from Tokyo See discounts Marcos with Mount Fuji view, from Chureito Pagoda, near Kawaguchi To make your trip planning easy, I added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference. I’ve also shared photos from my Instagram feed. Feel free to use Instagram’s save feature for quick access later. Follow me on Instagram 2. Oishi Park Location: Kawaguchi-ko Lakeside. Save on Google Maps. Perfect for enjoying a view of Mount Fuji together with peaceful lakeside ambiance and flower garden. There are seats scattered about and coffee, cake & ice-cream from the gift shop. Go early morning or late afternoon to catch the beautiful soft light and a higher chance to see a clear view of Mount Fuji. Mt Fuji Classic Route Day Tour from Tokyo with Matcha Experience See discounts Mt Fuji Day Tour from Tokyo See discounts 3. Fugaku Wind Cave Fuketsu (Wind Cave) near Kawaguchi & Mt. Fuji Location: Aokigahara Forest, | Near Saiko Lake, Narusawa-mura Yamanashi. Save on Google Maps. Surrounded by towering trees of the Aokigahara forest, the Fugaku Wind Cave is a 201-meters lava-created cave that features chambers filled with naturally-frozen icicles. In the olden times, it was used by the locals as a natural refrigerator, to store silkworm eggs and seeds. If you’re looking for interesting places to visit in the area other than viewpoints of Mt. Fuji, do check out the the Fugaku Wind Cave, and nearby Narusawa Ice Cave. 4. Fuji Tempura Idaten Shrimp (Ebi) Tempura at Fuji Tempura Idaten, Kawaguchi Location: 3486-4 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko. Save on Google Maps. I enjoyed a meal at this popular restaurant near Kawaguchiko train station. For a gastronomic Mt. Fuji experience, try the Fujisan Tendon, their specialty dish inspired by the iconic volcano. With 6 big shrimps likened to cone-shaped Mount Fuji, green peppers likened to “Jukai” Fuji forest, Salmon roe likened to Mount Fuji’s lava and eggplants likened to Mount Fuji’s crater. 5. Fujikyu “Thomas the Train” ride Thomas & Friends-themed train in Mt. Fuji Station I was able to ride the Thomas-themed train on my way to Fuji-Q highland, a theme park which is home to a ‘Thomas Land’ area. This is sure to excite fans of the train-themed kid show, Thomas & Friends. Where to go near Kawaguchi-ko Shiraito Falls Location: Fujinomiya, Shizuoka near Kawaguchiko, Mount Fuji Five Lakes area. Save on Google Maps. If you’re a big waterfall chaser, don’t miss Shiraito Falls, one of the prettiest in Japan! It’s located in the foothills of Mount Fuji and can be reached as a day trip from Kawaguchi-ko. Shiraito no Taki literally means “the waterfall of white threads”, which aptly describes its appearance, as multiple streaks of water drape over the surface forming what seems like a white curtain. I went here during summer & enjoyed the lush greens. If you want a more colorful view, I recommend going during the autumn season. Mt. Fuji Pass See discounts Gotemba Premium Outlet Shopping Mall Gotemba Premium Outlets near Mount Fuji, Japan Location: Shizuoka near Mount Fuji. Save on Google Maps. With over 200 stores, the Gotemba Premium Outlets is one of Japan’s largest outlet malls. On a clear day, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Mount Fuji. Gotemba Premium Outlets is a popular stopover of organized Fuji day tours from Tokyo. You can also visit while you’re on your way between Kawaguchi-ko and Hakone. Hakone Location: Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa, Japan. Save on Google Maps. Hakone is another quiet lakeside town blessed with a view of Mount Fuji. It is farther away compared to Kawaguchi-ko but closer to the Tokyo-Osaka Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train route. On a day trip, I enjoyed the Pirate ship boat ride across Lake Ashi, ropeway to the Owakudani sulfur mine, and got to see the iconic Torii at Hakone Shrine. Top discounts JR Pass for Whole Japan Hakone Freepass (2 or 3 Days) Mt. Fuji View Zip Line, Mishima Skywalk, and Forest Adventure Set Ticket What places have you added to your bucketlist? Have you been to beautiful places in Kawaguchiko that should be on this list? Feel free to share your thoughts! Places to visit in Kawaguchiko Kawaguchi-ko tourist spots, things to do in Kawaguchiko, where to go in Kawaguchiko & more. 1. Chureito Pagoda 2. Oishi Park 3. Fugaku Wind Cave 4. Fuji Tempura Idaten 5. Fujikyu “Thomas the Train” ride Where to go near Kawaguchi-ko Shiraito Falls Gotemba Premium Outlet Shopping Mall Hakone Note: Destinations featured above are not listed by rank. Where to Stay in Kawaguchi-ko Click below & search recommended Kawaguchi-ko hotels/hostels/home rentals within your budget. Remember to set your min/max price, travel dates, and sort by review ratings. I often book online with these trusted booking sites below for rock-bottom prices & convenient bookings. AgodaAirbnbBooking.com Book sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms and hotels with high reviews tend to get fully booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons. Kawaguchi-ko Essentials & Top Discounts Mt. Fuji Pass See discounts Japan Mobile Data SIM card/Pocket WIFI Travel with ease & confidence throughout your trip. Get a data SIM card or pocket WIFI device! 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