Lost in Japan: The Day Mount Fuji Found Us 🗻✨ | Travel Vlog Ep. 4
Heat. Heat. [Music] [Music] Hey guys, I’m Shrea and welcome to the Dr. Traveler. This is the episode 4 of my Japan travel series. And today we are chasing Mount Fuji from the heart of Tokyo to the peaceful shores of Lake Kawaguchiko. Let’s hop on some beautiful trains, grab some snacks, and take you along on the scenic ride. Let’s go. From Asakusa, we headed to the bustling Shinjuku station to catch the limited express to Otsuki. This was just the beginning of a scenic ride. So here’s a quick tip for everyone planning to explore Japan like we did. We bought the JR7 pass from Cloak before arriving in Japan while we were still in India. It gives you unlimited travel on JR trains including most Shinkansen and express trains for seven consecutive days. Super convenient and totally worth it if you are covering long distances like Tokyo to Mount Fuji or even Osaka. Plus, booking it online is super easy, and it saves you from the hassle of buying individual tickets every time. We just had to exchange the voucher at the JR office after landing, and we were good to go. Definitely a smart move if Japan’s on your list. Now that our tickets and travel plans were all sorted, it was time to focus on something way more important. Food. What’s a long train journey without some snacks, right? Before hopping on to the limited express, we explore Shinjuku Station to grab some goodies for the ride. Shinjuku Station has endless options and trust me, resisting them, it’s not easy. We picked up a few quick bites for the journey and honestly, train food in Japan is a whole new experience in itself. [Music] fast. I got to go back waiting for what we both know. Escape this time with me. [Music] After grabbing a quick meal, we boarded the limited express train from Shinjuku. It was fast, comfy, and slowly took us out of Tokyo’s hustle into the scenic countryside. with you right by my side. It’s such a sweet life escape this time with me. We got down at Otsuki station, a small and quiet town where we had to buy separate tickets for Fuji Kiko line, the local train that would take us to Kawaguchi right at the foot of Mount Fuji. [Music] The Fuji Cuko line was like stepping into a different world. slow, local, nostalgic. It felt like we were leaving modern Japan behind and entering the countryside charm we’d been waiting for. The views kept getting better as we got closer to Fuji. Baguchi Co. We passed through some cute countryside stations. One of them was Shimu Yoshida, which looked straight out of a story book. We even caught a glimpse of the famous Thomas Train, a colorful n to the Thomas Land Amusement Park nearby. Japan really knows how to surprise you at every stop. or will need to purchase a separate reserved seat limited express ticket or an unreserved seat ticket in addition to their regular fair. We finally arrived at Kawagucho station, a charming little station nestled right at the base of Mount Fuji. The moment we stepped out, we were greeted with cool air, a slower pace, and a quiet excitement of being so close to the iconic mountain. Before we could start exploring, we had to sort out one important thing, currency exchange. Most places in Kavagucho prefer cash, so we walked over to a nearby bank for some yen. [Music] Just across the road from the Lawson store near Kawakucho station is one of the most popular and surprisingly casual spots to view Mount Fuji. It’s not a fancy viewpoint, just an open street corner with power lines. vending machines and the everyday charm of the town. But when the skies are clear, you get a perfect postcard view of Mount Fuji right from here. Unfortunately, when we arrived, Fuji was playing hide and seek and completely hidden behind clouds. All we could do was hope and wait. So, we took a break and walked over to the Lawson to grab some snacks. And just when we weren’t expecting it, the clouds slowly parted. There she was, Fuji San standing tall and stunning against the sky. That moment, simple, quiet, and magical, made everything worth it. After soaking in the view of Mount Fuji, we decided to head to the lake itself, Lake Kawaguchiko. It wasn’t just a quick walk. We had to make our way down winding roads and gentle slopes. But every step brought us closer to nature. Lake Kawaguchiko is one of the Fuji 5 lakes. A group of scenic lake formed by Mount Fuji’s volcanic activity. Each one offers a unique angle of the Mount Fuji. But today we were here just for this one and it was beautiful. [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Music] After spending a peaceful hour by the lake Kawaguchiko, it was time to head back. We made our way uphill again and returned to Kavaguchiko station. Ready to leave behind the calm countryside and head back into the city bus. From Kavaguchiko, we boarded the local train back to Osuki station, the same Fujiko line with its charming slowpaced wipe. At Otsuki, we switched to DJR Limited Express and began our journey back into Tokyo. This time our stop was Akiabara, the electric heart of the city, full of lights, gadgets, and everything anime. [Music] After reaching Akiabara, we headed straight to one of the biggest tech stores in Japan. Yodubashi Akiba. We weren’t really planning to buy anything, but we could not resist exploring. From cameras to coffee machines, gaming consoles to massage chairs, this place has everything. Each floor is like its own universe of tech. And it’s easy to lose track of time just walking around. We told ourselves we were just here to look, just to look. But in a place like this, that’s a dangerous spot. [Applause] [Music] [Music] After a long day of mountains, lakes, trains, snacks, clouds, and tech stores. We finally made our way back to our Airbnb. This day was everything we hoped Japan would be. Quiet moments by the lake, chasing clouds to find Mount Fuji, and ending it all with buzz of Akiabara. Sometimes the best days aren’t about ticking boxes. They are about moments. The ones that make you pause, smile, and say, “This is why I travel.” Thanks for watching. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to the Dr.
Our first international trip — just me and my brother, exploring Japan on our own! From planning and bookings to navigating new places, it was all DIY (researched and arranged by me!), making this journey even more special. Come along as we experience Mount Fuji, local trains, lakeside views, and a whole lot of sibling memories. 🇯🇵✈️🗻 #JapanVlog #TheDoctorTraveller
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