Japan on a Budget – Mt. Fuji / Kawaguchiko Area from Tokyo

Today, we continue to show you how to see Japan on a budget while in Kawaguchiko area of Mt. Fuji Area from your Tokyo travel. As stated, Kawaguchiko Station is likely going to be your main transportation hub for your visit to this area.

First, check in with the Visitor Information center when you arrive at the station. They’ll help you with maps, guides, attractions, and much more.

After you have all your information. Go have fun in this area!

Watch our other videos leading up to this one:
First things to do when arriving in Japan:

Getting to Kawaguchiko from Tokyo:

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Links and locations mentioned in this video:

Fujikyuko Bus in Kawaguchiko Area
http://bus-en.fujikyu.co.jp/

Sakigake Izakaya/Restaurant in Fujiyoshida
https://goo.gl/maps/agY9WyAfFTorrjbP6

Momiji Corridor at Lake Kawaguchiko
https://goo.gl/maps/nznu8DsdrK5Mibh99

Famous Chureito Pagoda
https://goo.gl/maps/5ULv4L7GFfqgmAkD8

Honcho Street Fujiyoshida (best pic spot)
https://goo.gl/maps/auor6hvvtgPwoDgP6

Oshino Hakkai Japanese Village
https://goo.gl/maps/53qPHMaas4akjkBv5

Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nenba (Traditional Japanese Village near Lake Saito)
https://goo.gl/maps/2cNn8nv34FGhoPyj6

Hostel Fujisan YOU in Fujiyoshida
https://goo.gl/maps/13pNktABPsSDu6ad7
https://www.facebook.com/hostelmtfujiyou

Yamanakako Lakeside Park (BONUS Stop)
https://goo.gl/maps/kqJRvCp4jXo8CQZf6

Chapters:
00:00 – Getting Started
01:10 – Arrival at Kawaguchiko Station
02:29 – Momoji Festival
03:55 – Local Dining / Nightlife
04:17 – Our Lodging
05:05 – Famous Photo Location
05:35 – Most famous photo spot in Japan
06:21 – Getting to Mt. Fuji 5th Station
08:53 – Traditional Japanese Village
10:05 – Oshi no Hakkai Village
10:52 – BONUS stop / Making Friends
12:26 – Blooper