natural wonder
Lake Kawaguchi
The most accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes, offering spectacular reflections of Mount Fuji and seasonal flower festivals.
6 km · about 10 min drive
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Fujikawaguchiko
Yamanashi, Japan · Asia
About Fujikawaguchiko
Fujikawaguchiko works well as a base: 20 minutes from Fuji-yoshida, 6km from Lake Kawaguchi.
Fujikawaguchiko is in Yamanashi, Japan, with about 27,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Fuji-yoshida, about 11 km away.
Fujikawaguchiko (富士河口湖町, Fujikawaguchiko-machi) is a town located in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 June 2019, the town had an estimated population of 26,542 in 10,618 households, and a population density of 170 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 158.40 square kilometres (61.16 sq mi).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Fujikawaguchiko?
Within an hour or so of Fujikawaguchiko: Lake Kawaguchi (6 km), Lake Kawaguchi Viewpoint (7 km), Kachi Kachi Ropeway Viewpoint (Lake Kawaguchi) (8 km), Chureito Pagoda (10 km).
Are there any good drives near Fujikawaguchiko?
The nearest famous roads are Hakone Turnpike, Yabitsu Pass and Venus Line.
Where is Fujikawaguchiko?
Fujikawaguchiko is in Yamanashi, Japan, about 11 km from Fuji-yoshida.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 26,540
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Yamanashi
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 35.4893, 138.6883
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Worth the detour from Fujikawaguchiko
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
Lake Kawaguchi Viewpoint
A lakeside viewpoint where Mount Fuji reflects perfectly in still waters, especially stunning during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
7 km · about 10 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Kachi Kachi Ropeway Viewpoint (Lake Kawaguchi)
A mountain-top station reached by ropeway above Lake Kawaguchi, offering a bird's-eye view of the lake with Mt Fuji dominating the skyline.
8 km · about 15 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Chureito Pagoda
A five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
10 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Mount Fuji
Japan's tallest peak and most sacred mountain, an almost perfectly symmetrical volcanic cone revered for centuries.
15 km · about 30 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Mount Fuji Fifth Station
The main starting point for summit climbs on Japan's highest and most sacred peak, accessible by bus at 2,300 meters elevation.
17 km · about 20 min drive
racetrack
Fuji Speedway
Historic circuit at the foot of Mount Fuji with a 1.5 km main straight, one of motorsport's longest, and postcard views of the volcano on clear days.
25 km · about 30 min drive
cafe
Ashigara Service Area
A premium Japanese highway rest stop on the Tomei Expressway with stunning Mount Fuji views, gourmet food courts, and hot spring foot baths.
32 km · about 35 min drive
Driving roads near Fujikawaguchiko
- Right hereLake Kawaguchi ViewpointA lakeside viewpoint where Mount Fuji reflects perfectly in still waters, especially stunning during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
- Right hereKachi Kachi Ropeway Viewpoint (Lake Kawaguchi)A mountain-top station reached by ropeway above Lake Kawaguchi, offering a bird's-eye view of the lake with Mt Fuji dominating the skyline.
- Right hereChureito PagodaA five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
- 17 kmMount Fuji Fifth StationThe main starting point for summit climbs on Japan's highest and most sacred peak, accessible by bus at 2,300 meters elevation.
- 42 kmHakone Mount Fuji ViewpointThe Hakone region offers some of the best vantage points for viewing Mount Fuji, especially from the Owakudani volcanic valley.
- 42 kmHakone TurnpikeA toll road climbing from Odawara to a Mount Fuji viewpoint, a Japanese car-culture institution.
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