Mt. Fuji & Five Lakes
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Akiko Fujimoto
Akiko Fujimoto
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Mt. Fuji & Five Lakes

Japan's Sacred Mountain

3 day tripJapan
Kawaguchiko
Mt. Fuji
Day 1

Lake Kawaguchiko & Fuji Views

Kawaguchiko

Arrive at the Fuji Five Lakes region for stunning views of Japan's iconic mountain, cycling around the lake, and relaxing onsen.

Today's Schedule

Bus from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko
10:00 AM
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Bus from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko

2 hours
Houtou Noodle Lunch (Local Specialty)
12:30 PM
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Houtou Noodle Lunch (Local Specialty)

1 hour
Chureito Pagoda Hike
2:00 PM
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Chureito Pagoda Hike

2 hours
Lake Kawaguchiko Cycling
4:30 PM
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Lake Kawaguchiko Cycling

2 hours
Onsen Ryokan Check-in & Kaiseki Dinner
7:00 PM
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Onsen Ryokan Check-in & Kaiseki Dinner

3 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
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Local Cuisine
Houtou NoodlesKaiseki DinnerFujiyama Cookie
Must Visit
Chureito PagodaLake KawaguchikoMt. Fuji Views
Day 2

Mt. Fuji Climb (Summer Only)

Mt. Fuji

Ascend Japan's highest peak for a sunrise from the summit - a bucket-list experience during climbing season (July-September).

Today's Schedule

Bus to Fuji 5th Station
8:00 AM
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Bus to Fuji 5th Station

1 hour
Begin Yoshida Trail Ascent
10:00 AM
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Begin Yoshida Trail Ascent

5 hours
Arrive Mountain Hut (7th/8th Station)
4:00 PM
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Arrive Mountain Hut (7th/8th Station)

1 hour
Mountain Hut Dinner & Rest
6:00 PM
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Mountain Hut Dinner & Rest

5 hours
Summit Push for Sunrise (Goraiko)
1:00 AM
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Summit Push for Sunrise (Goraiko)

4 hours
Sunrise at Summit & Crater Walk
5:00 AM
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Sunrise at Summit & Crater Walk

1.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
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Local Cuisine
Mountain Hut CurrySummit RamenEnergy Snacks
Must Visit
Mt. Fuji SummitGoraiko SunriseCrater Walk
Day 3

Descent & Relaxation

Kawaguchiko

Descend Mt. Fuji, recover with hot springs, and explore the beautiful Oshino Hakkai springs before returning to Tokyo.

Today's Schedule

Descend via Yoshida Trail
6:30 AM
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Descend via Yoshida Trail

4 hours
Return to Kawaguchiko & Onsen
11:00 AM
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Return to Kawaguchiko & Onsen

2 hours
Celebratory Lunch
1:30 PM
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Celebratory Lunch

1 hour
Oshino Hakkai Village
3:00 PM
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Oshino Hakkai Village

1.5 hours
Return Bus to Tokyo
5:00 PM
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Return Bus to Tokyo

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
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Local Cuisine
Recovery OnsenOshino SobaFuji Spring Water
Must Visit
Oshino HakkaiFuji OnsenKawaguchiko Station

Extend Your Journey

Hakone
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Hakone

1.5h by bus
Tokyo
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Tokyo

2h by bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Mt. Fuji & Five Lakes

Everything you need to know about planning your Mt. Fuji & Five Lakes trip from TikTok and Instagram content.