Mount Fuji Attractions One-Day Trip Itinerary: Your Lazy Person’s Guide is Here! Sample Itinerary Takes You from Shinjuku to Cover Arakurayama Sengen Park, Lake Kawaguchiko, Oishi Park, Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, Honcho Street Shopping Arcade, and Other Mount Fuji Spots in One Day! Transportation Methods and Travel Times are All Organized for You. For Your Next Mount Fuji DIY Trip, Just Follow This Plan and See All the Must-Visit Mount Fuji Attractions!
Mount Fuji One-Day Trip Itinerary: Check it Out Here!
[Morning] Depart from Tokyo Shinjuku! Start Your Day with Beautiful Views of Mount Fuji
[Midday] Arrive at Lake Kawaguchiko! Enjoy Lunch While Admiring the Superb View of Mount Fuji
[Afternoon] Take the Sightseeing Bus to Visit Mount Fuji Attractions Around Lake Kawaguchiko!
Mount Fuji One-Day Trip Itinerary: Check it Out Here!
7:45 AM Depart from “Shinjuku Highway Bus Terminal” via Highway bus
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9:15 AM Arrive at “Chuo-do Shimoyoshida Bus Stop”
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9:30 AM (Attraction) Arakurayama Sengen Park
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11:30 AM (Attraction) Honcho Street Shopping Arcade
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12:41 PM Take the Fujikyuko Line from “Shimoyoshida Station” to Kawaguchiko
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12:54 PM Arrive at Fujikyuko Line “Kawaguchiko Station”
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1:00 PM (Lunch) Houtou Fudou Kawaguchiko Station Mae Branch, Hirai Souvenir Shop
1:30 PM Take the Kawaguchiko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) towards “Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center”
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1:57 PM (Attraction) Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center
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2:30 PM [Afternoon Tea] Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace, HanaCafe Kikyo
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3:57 PM Take the Kawaguchiko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) towards “Pleasure Boat/Ropeway Entrance”
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4:11 PM (Attraction) Lake Kawaguchiko Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
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6:25 PM Take the Fujikyuko Line from “Kawaguchiko Station” towards Shinjuku
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8:10 PM Arrive at “Shinjuku Highway Bus Terminal”
(Morning) Depart from Tokyo Shinjuku! Start Your Day with Beautiful Views of Mount Fuji
“Arakurayama Sengen Park”: Mount Fuji and the Five-Storied Pagoda are the Ultimate!
When you mention “Arakurayama Sengen Park,” the classic scene of the five-storied pagoda in front and the entire majestic Mount Fuji stretching out behind it automatically comes to mind. It’s also a well-known spot near Mount Fuji for cherry blossom and autumn foliage viewing. “Arakurayama Sengen Park” is close to Shimoyoshida Station. After departing from Shinjuku in the morning, you can take a direct highway bus to Shimoyoshida Station. From there, follow the signs and walk for about 10 minutes to reach the entrance at the foot of the mountain. Climb the straight staircase all the way to the top to capture the iconic shot of the Chureito Pagoda and Mount Fuji together. The stairs along the way are quite steep and long, so remember to take breaks and conserve your energy before continuing to the summit!
Arakurayama Sengen Park
Address: 2-3353 Asama, Fujiyoshida City
Access: Approximately a 10-minute walk from “Shimoyoshida Station” on the Fujikyuko Line
Official Website
Must-Visit Instagrammable Spot! Honcho Street Shopping Arcade
After finishing your photo session at “Arakurayama Sengen Park,” why not visit “Honcho Street Shopping Arcade” on your way back to Shimoyoshida Station to capture some beautiful photos for your social media! “Honcho Street Shopping Arcade” is lined with retro Showa-style signboards, and at the end of the shopping street is the entire Mount Fuji. Because you can capture a huge and stunning street view of Mount Fuji, it has a nostalgic atmosphere as if you’ve traveled through time, making it a popular Instagrammable spot. After descending from “Arakurayama Sengen Park,” you’ll first pass Shimoyoshida Station. Just walk straight along the main road in front of the station, and you’ll arrive at “Honcho Street Shopping Arcade.” Spend 10 minutes collecting beautiful photos before heading to the next destination!
Fuji Honcho Shopping Street
Address: 11-15 Honcho, Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Access: Approximately a 10-minute walk from “Shimoyoshida Station” on the Fujikyuko Line
Official Website
Midday - Arrive at Lake Kawaguchiko! Enjoy Lunch While Admiring the Superb View of Mount Fuji
Must-Eat in Yamanashi Prefecture! “Houtou Fudou” Kawaguchiko Station Mae Branch
“Houtou” (ほうとう) is a local specialty of Yamanashi Prefecture. It looks similar to udon noodles, but unlike udon, it doesn’t go through the kneading and pounding process, so the gluten isn’t developed. This makes the noodles softer and easier to cook, and the resulting soup is thicker. When you arrive at Kawaguchiko Station at noon, of course, you have to make a pilgrimage to the famous local restaurant “Houtou Fudou.” Their houtou is made by stewing pumpkin, miso, and a generous amount of vegetables together with the houtou noodles. The broth is rich and mellow, and you can taste the natural sweetness of the vegetables. The restaurant serves each portion in a cast iron pot, and the volume is quite substantial. It’s recommended that girls with smaller appetites order accordingly. If you’re going with a group, you might as well order a plate of raw horse meat as a side dish to try something new!
Houtou Fudou Kawaguchiko Ekimae Branch
Address: 3631-2 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
Access: Approximately a 1-minute walk across the street from the exit of Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyuko Line.
Official Website
Afternoon Take the Sightseeing Bus to Visit Mount Fuji Attractions Around Lake Kawaguchiko!
Stunning Views of Nature and Mount Fuji! Explore “Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center” and “Oishi Park” Together
Feeling full and ready to go! “Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center” is located on the other side of Lake Kawaguchiko and is a comprehensive center that includes Oishi Park, a Mount Fuji view restaurant, a scenic cafe, and various shops selling Mount Fuji souvenirs. Oishi Park faces the north shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, with the magnificent Mount Fuji as a backdrop, and displays seasonal flower fields such as rapeseed blossoms, lavender, nemophila, and kochia.
After exploring Oishi Park, you can visit the “Mount Fuji View Cafe” inside the center, where you can enjoy the refreshing lake breeze on the open-air terrace while savoring their signature blueberry ice cream. Or, you can head to the “Mount Fuji View Restaurant” to taste the “Oishi Udon,” specially made by a local noodle factory, as well as Mount Fuji-shaped red and green curry dishes, paying homage to the beautiful scenery with delicious food. Before leaving, be sure to stop by the shops inside the center, which offer various Mount Fuji-themed lifestyle goods such as mugs, towels, coin purses, piggy banks, and thermoses, making Mount Fuji the most presentable souvenir!
Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center
Address: 2585 Oishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
Business Hours:
Shops: 9:00 AM - 5:45 PM (until 5:15 PM during winter: October - February)
Tea Room/Cafe: 9:30 AM - 4:45 PM (until 4:15 PM during winter: October - February)
Closed: Open year-round
Access: Approximately a 32-minute ride on the Fujigoko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) from Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyuko Line to the “Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center” bus stop.
Official Website
Brand New Attraction: “Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace”
If you walk to the end of the lakeside path in Oishi Park, you’ll arrive at “Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace.” This is a newly built pure white wooden house village on the shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, consisting of buildings A through H8. Surrounded by forests, the lake, and Mount Fuji, it houses a collection of unique dessert shops, cafes, and lifestyle goods stores. To maintain consistency with the surrounding landscape, the entire village is designed with a minimalist style, and the buildings are kept low to avoid obstructing the views of the lake and mountains. The spaces between the buildings are decorated with flowers and trees, creating an overall relaxed atmosphere reminiscent of Karuizawa. Many locals come here for afternoon tea and leisurely shopping after enjoying the flowers!
Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace
Address: 1477-1 Oishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
Access: From Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyuko Line, take the Fujigoko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) to the “Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center” bus stop, then walk for approximately 10 minutes.
Official Website
Enjoy Afternoon Tea! The Forest-Themed Cafe “HanaCafe Kikyo”
“HanaCafe Kikyo” is located in Building H within “Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace.” It’s a flower-themed cafe directly operated by “Kikyouya,” the famous brand known for Yamanashi’s souvenir “Kikyou Shingen Mochi.” With Lake Kawaguchiko as its backdrop, the ceiling is adorned with a sea of various dried flowers. In this space filled with the natural fragrance of flowers, indulging in their macarons and Kikyou Shingen Mochi, which put a new twist on traditional Japanese desserts, as well as the Kikyou Shingen soft-serve ice cream, is a personal afternoon tea recommendation from the reporter!
HanaCafe Kikyo
Address: 1477-1 Oishi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture (Inside Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace)
Business Hours: Shop: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Access: From Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyuko Line, take the Fujigoko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) to the “Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center” bus stop, then walk for approximately 10 minutes.
Official Website
Lake Kawaguchiko Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway: Mount Fuji and Beautiful Sunset Views!
As evening approaches, the last stop is to take the “Lake Kawaguchiko Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway” and admire the beautiful sunset view of Mount Fuji from a high vantage point! It only takes 3 minutes to ascend from the “Kawaguchiko-kohan Station” at the foot of the mountain to the “Fujimidai Station” at an altitude of 1,075 meters. From there, you can see the panoramic view of Japan’s No. 1 Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko stretching out before your eyes. In addition to the observation deck, there’s also the “Rabbit Shrine,” which is said to bring wisdom and healthy legs, and the “Bell of Heaven.” It’s said that if you ring the bell while gazing at Mount Fuji, your love will be fulfilled, making it a power spot that couples must visit!
Walking along the small path next to the “Rabbit Shrine” will lead you directly to the Instagrammers’ favorite photo spot, the “Scenic Swing.” By capturing the shot from behind at the right angle, you can make it look like the swing is reaching the summit of Mount Fuji, creating a visual illusion of height difference! You can also see hydrangeas in bloom in July and August, fireworks over the lake in August, and autumn foliage from November to December. You can experience different seasonal views of Mount Fuji depending on when you visit, making it a perfect ending to a romantic trip.
Lake Kawaguchiko~ Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
Address: 1163-1 Asakawa, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
Business Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last descent 5:20 PM); July 20th - August 31st: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM (last descent 6:20 PM)
Access: From Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyuko Line, take the Fujigoko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) and get off at the “Pleasure Boat/Ropeway Entrance” bus stop. It’s right there.
Official Website
As expected of Mount Fuji, Japan’s tallest mountain, the surrounding area boasts a wealth of Mount Fuji attractions in both Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures due to the lack of surrounding mountains blocking the view. In addition to the classic one-day itinerary featuring popular spots introduced above, there are also many hidden gems known only to locals. If you want to explore Mount Fuji more thoroughly, be sure to follow “Let’s Go! Japan” for the most detailed information!
