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The Base of Mt. Fuji

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Mt. Fuji

Travel / Tourism

Yamanashi / Shizuoka prefecture

This is an elegant mountain which is certainly also a symbol of Japan, which is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776 meters. Mt. Fuji is also often the theme of artistic inspiration such as Hokusai Katsushika: “Fugaku Sanjurokkei” (Thirty-six Sceneries of Mt. Fuji). Also, Mt. Fuji is also the place where the “Mt. Fuji faith” started and it is revered as a sacred mountain in which a deity resides. In 2013 it was registered with World Cultural Heritage as “Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration”. There are four climbing routes including the Yoshida Route, the Subashiri Route, the Gotemba Route and the Fujinomiya Route. Since the opening periods vary depending on which mountain trail you choose, it is necessary to confirm in advance whether your intended route is open.
Roadside Station Doshi

3.5

104 Reviews

Transportation

Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugundoushimura 9745

Roadside Station Doshi provides all sorts of information including tourist information on Doshi Village, events and special products. In the restaurant you can enjoy some original dishes made with ingredients freshly harvested from the village. They also have a dessert menu with dishes made with watercress, a special product of Doshi. The shop sells Doshi pork related products, vegetables and edible wild plants from local farmers, river fish, and shichiri miso, etc. They also have a range of vases and woodwork products on sale too. Events are sometimes held depending on the season.

駐車場も店舗も広いが、それなりにお客さんも多い。特産品売り場のほか、飲食店も多くある。バイクとサイクリストが多い。
Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave

4.0

297 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunnarusawamura 8533

This is a cave located at the eastern entrance to the “Aokigahara Jukai” (sea of trees) forest, and is one of the sightseeing spots within the Fuji Five Lakes area. In 864 A.D., when Mt. Nagao, a flank volcano of Mt. Fuji erupted, the red hot lava flow descended down between the ancient parasitic volcanoes creating this cave. The average temperature within the cave is as low as three degrees, and it is covered with ice year round. It was designated by the Ministry of Education as a Natural Monument in 1929.

This is a terrible place to visit unless you are fit and adventurous, The attendant at the gate didnt warn us enough about the danger. Our previous experience with lava ice cave was in Jeju and that...
Kitaguchihongu Fuji Sengenjinja

4.5

255 Reviews

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Yamanashi Pref. Fujiyoshidashi Kamiyoshida 5558

This shrine boasts some 1,900 years of history and is also known as the starting point for the Mt. Fuji Yoshida Trail. The shrine flourished in the Edo period as a center for Mt. Fuji worship, and one can still sense the vestiges of this period on the shrine’s extravagant grounds. The goddess of Mt. Fuji, Konohanasakuya-hime, is enshrined here, and it is said she grants easy childbirth and the prevention of fires. The Yoshida Fire Festival, considered one of Japan’s top three unusual festivals, is held here very year on August 26 and 27.

We would strongly recommend having a guide that knows the history if this place, it will only elevate the experience. This is a starting point for the ascent of Mt Fuji and understanding the rituals...
Yamanashi Prefectural Maglev Exhibition Center

4.0

192 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Yamanashi Pref. Tsurushi Ogatayama 2381

This facility in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture is a place where people can learn first-hand how superconducting magnetic levitation (SCMaglev) railways work. Visitors can also watch tests on the Yamanashi maglev test line or check out models and exhibits that introduce SCMaglev technology and the Chuo Shinkansen. The adjacent Waku-waku Yamanashi-kan features an area with tourist information on Yamanashi Prefecture on its second floor, while its first flour features a shop that offers local products.

Even if you only have a passing interest in trains (or even none at all!) this is well worth calling into if youre on your way to Fuji. The staff were all very helpful - enthusiastic even to help...
Arakurayama Sengen Park

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Yamanashi Pref. Fujiyoshidashi Arakura 3353-1

Arakurayama Sengen Park is the best place to see Mt. Fuji from within Fujiyoshida City. Especially during the spring, when the Yoshino cherry blossom trees are in full bloom in the park, it’s a popular place to enjoy both the cherry blossoms and Mt. Fuji. Moreover, having been designated as one of the new three major night views in Japan and top 100 night views, it’s no wonder the park is hugely popular with night view fans.
Fuji Subaru Line

4.0

80 Reviews

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Yamanashi Prefecture Fujiyoshida-shi, Minamitsuru-gun Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsuru-gun Narusawa village

This 30-kilometer-long scenic road connects Lake Kawaguchi to Mt. Fuji fifth station. After driving for about forty minutes through the forest, which is home to Japanese red pine, and southern Japanese hemlock, and other species, you will arrive at the fifth station. There, you can enjoy views of the Mt. Yatsugatake and Southern Japan Alps, as well as a grand panoramic view of the Fuji Five Lakes below that can only be described as astounding. This mountain road stays open all year long and can be traveled in during winter depending on the road conditions and weather (except during periods when personal vehicles are banned).

Trekking up the stations of Fuji Subaru Line will always depend on the current weather restrictions. During our date of visit, the highest level our van could go to was the 4th station (2020m high...
Roadside Station Narusawa

4.0

127 Reviews

Transportation

Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunnarusawamura 8532-63

With World Heritage Mr. Fuji impressively standing right in front of your eyes, Roadside Station Narusawa is a fully-outfitted roadside station located in the middle of the Fuji Five Lakes. It has tons to see, from the product shop with a rich array of local products, to Narusawa Mt. Fuji Museum where you can learn about Mt. Fuji, as well as the Fujin no Meisui corner where you can drink delicious Narusawa water. It even has an observation deck.

A Michi-no-Eki with good selections of local fruits & vegetables, blueberries, plums, corn-on-the-cob, kohlrabi, local souvenirs. Clean restaurants. Wished for better lunch choices. Has a free Mt...
Roadside Station Fujiyoshida

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Yamanashi Pref. Fujiyoshidashi Araya 1936-6

This roadside station in Fujiyoshida City, the largest in Yamanashi prefecture, is notable for its up-close views of Mt. Fuji. The facilities include a farmer's market which offers locally-grown fruits and vegetables at reasonable prices, a restaurant offering Yoshida udon noodles, the area's specialty, and a tourist information center. The station combines shopping, eating, and playing all in one facility.
Roadside Station Tsuru

3.0

41 Reviews

Transportation

Yamanashi Prefecture Tsurui City Ohara 88

This roadside station is popular for the many fresh vegetables, processed foods, and handmade items that line its store shelves. Each of these items is personally delivered by the 120 producers from the city and elsewhere who created them. The station's popular restaurant, Okatteba, which has a focus on local production and local consumption, serves food made with the locally-produced ingredients sold at the station's farmer's market. Guests at the cafeteria-style restaurant can eat outside on its terrace when the weather cooperates.

リニア見学施設のすぐそばです。前項旅行支援のクーポン券が使えますので、寄って、お土産たっぷり買いました。
Roadside Station Tabayama

4.0

40 Reviews

Transportation

Yamanashi Pref. Kitatsuruguntabayamamura 2901

This roadside station in Tabayama Village, Kitatsuru County, Yamanashi Prefecture features a farmer's market offering locally harvested produce and an eatery offering light fare such as donburi (rice bowls) and noodles. The Nomekoi-yu hot springs spa is located within the station. There, bathers can refresh their bodies in its waters, which have a faint sulfur smell.

山梨から奥多摩方面をドライブしました。猿やリスが道を横切ってました。ドライブの際に、こちらの道の駅に寄ったら、かなり前に来たことがあった道の駅でした。道の駅敷地の下の方の桜はまだ三分咲き位で、しだれ桜は満開でした。桜ソフトクリームを買った方たちが、濃いピンクのしだれ桜とともにソフトクリームの写真を撮ってました。道の駅はそんなに大きくなく、ジビエ料理の鹿肉の商品などがユニークでした。カフェでは...
Mt. Fuji Radar Dome

4.0

71 Reviews

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Yamanashi Pref. Fujiyoshidashi Araya 1936-1

A place where you can learn about weather observation and the history of Mt. Fuji Radar which ended its 35-year-long role atop the peak as a fort for typhoon observation, Mt. Fuji Radar Dome has a theater where you see a documentary of the people who passionately worked to build Mt. Fuji's radar facilities. Also, it is popular as a learning facility where you can experience the cold at Mt. Fuji's peak.

I was looking forward to visiting this weather predictor dome that sat at the top of Mount Fuji and was airlifted to it’s current ground level position when it was made redundant in 1998 as it was...
Narusawa Mt. Fuji Museum

3.5

52 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunnarusawamura Giragono 8532-63

A place where you can have fun learning various information about Mt. Fuji-from Mt. Fuji's origin, nature at its foot, what the inside looks like, clouds and climate, too-the Narusawa Mt. Fuji Museum has displays divided into five areas with different themes, so you can thoroughly enjoy the charms of Mt. Fuji. At the cafe only open in summer, you can eat the Mt. Fuji sundae (with lava)-an original of the Mt. Fuji Museum.

This is the place we will get information, whether historical or geographical pertaining to the Mount Fuji of Japan. A must visit place prior your climb of the mountain.
Arakura Fujisengen-jinja Shrine

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2-4-1 Asama, Fujiyoshida-shi, Yamanashi Prefecture

This shrine located in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture was built in the year 705. It is worshipped by locals for protection from disasters, household harmony, safe childbirth, and children's healthy growth. Some of the shrine's landmarks include a sacred tree worshipped for children's growth and a five-storied pagoda that serves as a monument to the faithful who have fallen in battle. In the spring, the temple is visited by many who come to see their 300 cherry blossom trees in full bloom.
Roadside Station Kosuge

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Yamanashi Pref. Kitatsurugunkosugemura 3445

This roadside station is located in Kosuge Village, Kitatsuru County, Yamanashi Prefecture. The station is comprised of Genryu Restaurant, which offers brick oven pizza and cuisine made with the fruits of the mountain and the sea, Kosuge Market, which offers local specialties, and Kosuge Community Center, which offers tourist information. Located two hours from central Tokyo, the station is a great place for drivers to take a break.
Gogoen Rest House

3.5

45 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunnarusawamura Fuji 8545-1

This mountain rest house, located at the fifth and final station of the Fuji Subaru Line, sits at an altitude of 2,305 meters. It is well known for its great up-close views of Mt. Fuji and as a place to start a climb of the mountain. It offers local delicacies, original Mt. Fuji-themed cuisine, a selection of souvenirs including Mt. Fuji merchandise, information on the mountain, and more. The rest house's post office cancels the postage of mail sent from the station with an exclusive commemorative stamp.

I was getting sick and tired of the hassles for photos at ground level. I saw this restaurant and said to the wife lets go up there of a drink, and take the photos. Best decision I ever made that...
Araya Yama-jinja Shrine

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Yamanashi Pref. Fujiyoshidashi Araya 1230

This shrine stands on the Gan-no-ana lava flow plateau located between Araya and Mt. Fuji. Built in 1534, the shrine is beloved by locals by the nickname Yama-no-kami-sama. The shrine's deity is Oyamatsumi-no-Mikoto, the guardian of mountains. Also known as a deity of industry, praying to him is said to bring about prosperity in business, prosperity in forestry, luck with money, and other benefits.
Oshi, Former Togawa Family Residence

4.0

18 Reviews

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Yamanashi Pref. Fujiyoshidashi Kamiyoshida 3-14-8

This is a house where Mt. Fuji’s Oshi (low ranking Shinto priest) priests have worked for generations. Oshi were people who carried out missionary work and prayer for the Mt. Fuji religious faith, looking after the lodgings and meals of Fujiko believers who were making the pilgrimage up Mt. Fuji. This is a presently existing invaluable building which supported the Mt. Fuji faith. The main building which was constructed in 1768 has been designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan in 2011. It is also a constituent asset of the World Heritage Fuji, and you can see materials such goshinzen room and mountain climbing costumes at the Residence.

Its small but the entrance fee is very cheap. When visited in conjunction with the nearby Kitaguchi-hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine, it gives you an idea of how one starts a pilgrimage to Mt Fuji.
Onshirin Garden

4.5

8 Reviews

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Yamanashi Fujiyoshida-shi Kamiyoshida 5605

A garden located a five-minute drive from the Yamanakako Interchange and the Fujiyoshida Interchange, and 10 minutes from the Kawaguchiko Interchange. The European-style garden's five hectare grounds are situated 934.8 meters above sea level and its flower beds bloom with flowers year round. There's also a grass field, Japanese larch walking path, and a medicinal herb garden. Visitors can also enjoy the natural scenery to be found here and observe wild birds as well as rainbow trout swimming in the garden's pond. Thanks to its location close to Mt. Fuji, lava rock can be discovered here as well.

アスレチックもあり、子供たちがたくさん遊んでいます。入園料もかからないので、これだけ大きなアスレチックがあるのは珍しいです。
Sasaichi Sake Brewery

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Yamanashi Pref. Otsukishi Sasagomachi Yoshikubo 26

Using the gozensui water that springs from a home well, and abundantly using sake-suitable rice contracted locally to carefully hand-make sake, Sasaichi Sake Brewery is a company with a history of over 300 years that sincerely focuses on sake-brewing. Its Japanese sake is famous, but they make wine and liqueur as well.

Yamanashi The Base of Mt. Fuji

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Yamanashi prefecture is the proud home of one of Japan’s most celebrated icons: Mount Fuji. Although the mountain straddles both Yamanashi and Shizuoka, the most breathtaking views of Fuji-san can be seen from the Fuji Five Lakes north of the mountain in Yamanashi prefecture. The plethora of outdoor activities in and around the lakes all have the benefit of the country’s highest mountain as their backdrop, and we can assure you that it is an unforgettable sight.