Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko Private Tour

Explore Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko on a private tour. Enjoy stunning views, cultural insights, and thrilling activities. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mt. Fuji 5th Station - Situated at 2,300 meters above sea level, the Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station provides a breathtaking view of the Fuji Five Lakes area below, making it a popular destination even for those not planning to climb the mountain.

You can enjoy a clear view of Mt. Fuji if the weather is favorable, with no clouds or rain.

  • Chureito Pagoda - The Chureito Pagoda (忠霊塔, Chūreitō) is a five-story pagoda on the mountainside overlooking Fujiyoshida City and Mount Fuji in the distance. The pagoda is part of the Arakura Sengen Shrine and was built as a peace memorial in 1963, nearly 400 steps up the mountain from the shrine’s main buildings.
  • Lake Kawaguchiko - You can have lunch here, as there are many restaurants around Lake Kawaguchiko.

Lake Kawaguchiko has a surface elevation of approximately 830 meters, which accounts for its relatively cool summers and icy winters. The area surrounding Lake Kawaguchiko offers activities such as a ship cruise or a ropeway cable car, but the rides require a separate fee of ¥1000 per person.

  • Oshino Hakkai - Oshino Hakkai (忍野八海) is a tourist-friendly set of eight ponds in Oshino, a small village in the Fuji Five Lake region, located between Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako on the site of a former sixth lake that dried out several hundred years ago. The eight ponds are fed by snowmelt from the slopes of nearby Mount Fuji that filters down the mountain through porous layers of lava for over 80 years, resulting in very clear spring water that is revered by the locals.

You can enjoy a close view of Mt. Fuji from here if the weather conditions are good.

  • Oshino Hakkai Sengen Shrine - Sengen Shrine (in the Oshikusa district) was built in Daido 2 (807 AD). The main shrine, with its cypress bark roof and Sangensha Nagarezukuri style.
  • Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba - A picturesque spot with Mt. Fuji in the background, featuring old Japanese houses with straw roofs where you can find local crafts and meet local artists. Rental kimonos and samurai armor are available.
  • Oishi Park - Oishi Park on the north shore of Kawaguchiko offers a superb view of the lake and Mt. Fuji simultaneously.
  • Fuji-Q Highland - Fuji-Q Highland is an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan, owned and operated by Fuji Kyuko Co. It was opened on March 2, 1968. The theme park is near the base of Mount Fuji.
  • Mount Fuji - The last point at Mt. Fuji accessible by car. Please note that we will visit the 5th Station if weather permits. During the hiking season, we cannot go to the 5th Station, and you will need to take a shuttle bus costing ¥2500 per person.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Petrol and Gas
  • English Speaking Driver
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Highway Tolls
  • Modern and Clean Vehicles
What's Not Included
  • Entry/admission (lake Kawaguchi 120¥)
  • MT fuji entrance fee 2100¥(per group)
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Fuji san is 3776 meters high, which makes it Japan’s most prominent mountain and one of the three holy mountains. For centuries, many have climbed it as a form of holy pilgrimage; as Shintoists believe that Mt. Fuji is sacred to the Goddess Sengen-Sama, while Japanese Buddhists believe that it is a gateway to another world.

Travelers and climbing enthusiasts from all over the world flock to this sacred mountain. Beautiful Views from the Five Lakes of Mt. Fuji Comprising of Lake Kawaguchiko, Lake Yamanakako, Lake Saiko, Lake Shojiko and Lake Motosuko, the Fuji Five Lakes are located at the northern base of Mt. Fuji, and is one of the best places to view Mt. Fuji from a close distance. Fuji Shibazakura Festival Fuji Shibazakura (better known as pink moss or phlox moss in English). Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park for Roller Coaster Lovers. Go Back to Nature with Fun Activities. Discover Japanese culture and history.

Location
Mt. Fuji 5th Station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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James_m
May 26, 2024
Beautiful, albeit cloudy, day trip to the mountains! - We had a beautiful day outside of Tokyo seeing the area adjacent to Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and we could only see the base of the mountain but we knew going into this trip to Japan that the mountain is obscured more days a year than it is visible so you have to manage expectations. Don’t book this tour if you feel you’re entitled to seeing the mountain or you’ll be disappointed when you don’t as the guides don’t control the weather. Usman was an excellent driver and guide and was very apologetic that we couldn’t see Mt. Fuji even though we reassured him we had realistic expectations going into the trip. The rural areas of Japan and the shrines are incredibly beautiful and we highly recommend this tour for those who like to leave the hustle and bustle of the city for a peaceful experience.
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