Lake Kawaguchi 河口湖 Gateway to MtFuji day trip from Tokyo #tokyo #japan #facts #travel #information
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#lakekawaguchiko, One of the five lakes near Mt. Fuji, is the easiest to access from Tokyo . A perfect mirror image of #mtfuji is reflected in the lake on a clear sunny day. With hot springs, good fishing, museums and plenty of attractions, the lake makes for a relaxing getaway from Tokyo or Yokohama . It’s easy to see why Kawaguchiko has attracted outdoors enthusiasts for centuries.
How to reach there:
Lake Kawaguchi is in southeastern Yamanashi near the border with Shizuoka. It can be reached by a train or a highway bus from Tokyo.
Take a train from JR Shinjuku Station to JR Otsuki Station on the JR Chuo Line (about an hour). Change to the Fuji Kyuko Line for Kawaguchiko Station.
A bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal takes around 2 hours for a mesmerizing journey to lake Kawaguchi.
Attractions:
Arakurayama Sengen Park: A leisure stroll in the park. On pf the best place to take the photos of the mighty Mt Fuji.
Chureito Pagoda: The Chureito Pagoda (忠霊塔, Chūreitō) is a five storied pagoda on the mountainside overlooking Fujiyoshida City and Mount Fuji off 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.
Fuji-Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival: Held on the northern shore of the lake, takes place from November 1 throughout the month, with classic views of Mt Fuji framed by maple leaves. Winter is the best time to see Mt. Fuji clearly.
Mt. Tenjo: Riding the ropeway up Mt. Tenjo for sweeping views over the lake and of mighty Mt. Fuji
Tenjoyama Park: on the Kachi Kachi Ropeway, located at the southeast corner of the lake. A great spot to view Mt fuji and take photos.
Itchiku Kubota Art Museum: is famous for its kimono collection and traditional gardens. Kawaguchiko Art Museum houses various works depicting Mt. Fuji. As you might expect, Kawaguchiko Music Forest specializes in musical instruments and is set within a European-style garden.