Fuji Tour Concierge01Discover
Five lakes, several towns and many small reasons to stay. Start with the landscape; keep going until it feels like a place.
No ranking. No top ten. Browse by the part of the region that catches your attention.
A-01Lakes
Kawaguchiko and Yamanakako offer two quite different ways to stay around Mount Fuji. Compare transport, outdoor activities, location and flexibility before choosing your base.
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A-02Field note
Mount Fuji is a volcano, but UNESCO lists it as cultural heritage. The reason lies in centuries of worship, pilgrimage and art that transformed the mountain into far more than a natural landmark.
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A-03Field note
Five lakes, five different ways to experience the Fuji region. Compare access, atmosphere, outdoor activities and transport before deciding which lake fits your trip.
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A-04Transportation
Exploring the Fuji Five Lakes without a car is entirely possible. Exploring all five lakes quickly and spontaneously is not.
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A-05Forest
Official trails, atmosphere, safety, access and responsible behaviour in Aokigahara’s “Sea of Trees.”*
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P-01Weather
The rainy season does not mean constant rain but it changes how you should explore the Fuji Five Lakes.
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P-02Mountain
Clear skies around the lake do not necessarily mean a clear view of the mountain.
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P-03Forest
How to prepare for Aokigahara’s official trails, from footwear and navigation to wildlife and responsible behaviour.
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P-04Lakes
The Fuji Five Lakes are connected by geography, volcanic history and culture. But they are not one compact destination.
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How to choose the right way to travel around the Fuji Five Lakes according to distance, terrain, weather and time.
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