Lake Kawaguchi and Hakone. It's a popular tourist destination that everyone knows about, but did you know that you can take a tour starting from Tokyo without a car? Let's use the Keikyu Bus to visit attractive sightseeing spots from the north to the south of Mt. Fuji!
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Let's see Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi all at once!
The first thing you'll want to see when you arrive at the shores of Lake Kawaguchi is the soothing scenery full of nature. Among them, the area around Mt. Tenjo, commonly known as Mt. Kachi Kachi, is a super view spot where you can look down on Lake Kawaguchi and see Mt. Fuji in its entirety. The name may have struck a chord with many people, but this is said to be the setting for the folk tale ``Kachi Kachi Mountain.'' 10 minutes walk from Kawaguchiko Sta.. There are mountain trails up Mt. Kachi Kachi, but we recommend the ropeway. Beautiful scenery unfolds as the altitude increases. Let's enjoy the spectacular view!
Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park Kachi Kachi Ropeway
1163-1 Asakawa, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture
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Relax in the open-air bath with a spectacular view.
Among the beautiful scenery around Lake Kawaguchi, there are some places worth mentioning. That is the hot spring house "Aoi" located inside the hotel Kozantei Ubuya. While relaxing in the open-air bath, you can enjoy the scenery of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt. Fuji all to yourself, and have a luxurious time.
Kozantei Ubuya
10 Asakawa, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture -
This is the taste of Lake Kawaguchi. Ide Brewery.
Sake is one of the representative local flavors. “Kai no Kaiun” is the true taste of Lake Kawaguchi, created by rice, water, climate, and sake brewing craftsmen. !
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You can see how this alcohol is produced at Ide Brewery, a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Sta. on the Fujikyuko Line. Let's experience the taste of Lake Kawaguchi with all five senses.
Ide Brewery
3837 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture
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Now, enjoy shopping to your heart's content!
Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ is a representative outlet center in Japan. Approximately 210 brand shops and restaurants are lined up in a vast natural environment overlooking Mt. Fuji, a world cultural heritage site. The theme of the facility is the historic streets of North America. Let's visit the shops of your choice in a refreshing environment. If you're tired of shopping, a delicious food and beverage zone awaits you, from Godiva cafes to local sushi. The appeal of Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ is that you can enjoy shopping all day long.
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There are some great direct routes from Shinagawa.
The Keikyu bus from Shinagawa runs every day and is very convenient, allowing you to stay at Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ for 6 and a half hours. Everyone who boarded the train from Shinagawa will also receive a coupon sheet and original novelty items that will allow you to enjoy even more savings than the outlet price, making it a great deal.
Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ
1312 Fukasawa Gotemba City, Shizuoka PrefectureKeikyu Bus Shinagawa -Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ -
route bus
Transfer at Gotemba Premium Outlets.Although there is no direct transportation from Lake Kawaguchi to Hakone, there are plenty of route buses from Gotemba Premium Outlets to Lake Kawaguchi and Hakone. Make good use of the route buses and enjoy both popular areas.
Fujikyuko Fujikyu Bus Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ ~ Kawaguchiko Sta.
Hakone Tozan Bus Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ ~ Hakone Area
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Visit sightseeing spots by mountain train and cable car.
The Fujikyu bus from Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ will take you to Hakone Yumoto. The Hakone Tozan Train and Hakone Tozan Cable Car provide convenient access to sightseeing spots scattered throughout the Hakone area. The Hakone Tozan Train runs from Hakone Yumoto at an altitude of 96m to Sounzan at an altitude of 750m, boasting Japan's steepest railway that climbs using only the power of its wheels. On a clear day, you can enjoy a wonderful view of Sagami Bay from the cable car.
Hakone Tozan Train Hakone Tozan Cable Car
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Japan's leading art museum specializing in sculpture.
Light and shadow make three-dimensional objects more attractive. The Hakone Open-Air Museum is Japan's first outdoor art museum, taking advantage of the beautiful surrounding nature.
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You can see up close the works of modern and contemporary artists such as Rodin and Picasso as they change their appearance throughout the seasons.
Open Air Museum
1121 Ninotaira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture -
Wear your swimsuit to a hot spring full of attractions!
Traditional hot springs are great, but why not go to a hot spring where you can have fun? Hakone Kowakien Yunessun is a large-scale hot spring theme park with unique indoor and outdoor hot springs, such as sake baths that are said to be good for the skin and large slides.
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
1297 Ninotaira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture
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What is that? It's a pirate ship!
Transferring from the Hakone Tozan Cable Car to the Hakone Ropeway will take you to beautiful Lake Ashi. When I looked at the lake for a while, I saw a pirate ship sailing by. This ship connects three major ports around Lake Ashi with regular routes.
hakone pirate ship
Reservations are required for buses from Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone to Yokohama/Haneda.
Buses connecting the Hakone area with Haneda or Yokohama require reservations. If there are seats available, you can board on the same day, but please make reservations as much as possible. Please access http://www.kousokubus.com from your computer or smartphone, or call 03-3743-0022 (9:00-18:30). You can purchase at bus terminals, travel agencies, and convenience stores. Please see the website for details.
*Seating is limited on a first-come, first-served basis, so seat reservations are not accepted.
6 round trips per day from Kawaguchiko Station and Fujisan Sta.
Timetable for departures from Haneda Airport, Kawaguchiko Station, and Fujisan Sta.
Fuji-Q Highland, Fujihokuroku Car Park, Kawaguchiko Sta., Mt. Fujisan Sta. Adults 2,520 yen (Children 1,260 yen)
Hakone-Togendai 4 round trips per day
Timetable from Haneda Airport and Hakone-Togendai
Hakone-sengoku Information Center / Sengoku Kogen Adults 2,200 yen (Children 1,100 yen)
Hakone-Togendai Adults 2,300 yen (Children 1,150 yen)
Shinagawa Station (East Exit) -Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ 1 round trip per day
Timetable for departures from Shinagawa Station (east exit) and Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ
One-way: 1,700 yen for adults (850 yen for children)
Round trip: 3,000 yen for adults (1,500 yen for children) *Valid only on the day
Reservations are required for flights from Kawaguchiko area, Hakone area to Haneda Airport, Gotemba Premium OutletsⓇ to Shinagawa Station (east exit). Please make a reservation at least one day in advance and pay the fare at the time of boarding. If there are seats available on the day, you can board the train without making a reservation.
Keikyu Bus Transportation Department Sales Division TEL.045-264-6894 (Weekdays only 9:30-18:00)
Natsumi Shiiyama
Actress/talent Natsumi Shiiyama will introduce you to many fun spots while actually traveling from Lake Kawaguchi to Hakone.
