Yamanashi, Japan · Asia
Uenohara is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Sasadaira, 35km from Lake Kawaguchi.
Uenohara is in Yamanashi, Japan, with about 23,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Sasadaira, about 10 km away.
Uenohara (上野原市, Uenohara-shi) is a city located in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2023, the city had an estimated population of 23,158 in 9987 households, and a population density of 140 persons per km². The total area of the city is 170.57 square kilometres (65.86 sq mi).
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Within an hour or so of Uenohara: Yabitsu Pass (23 km), Nissan Heritage Collection (31 km), Fuji Speedway (32 km), Chureito Pagoda (32 km).
The nearest famous roads are Yabitsu Pass, Hakone Turnpike and Usui Pass.
Uenohara is in Yamanashi, Japan, about 10 km from Sasadaira.
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Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
Full driving guide for Japan8 notable places within an hour's drive.
mountain pass
A tight, tree-walled climb over the Tanzawa mountains west of Tokyo, long a favourite of motorcyclists and cyclists for its relentless switchbacks. The narrow western descent to Lake Miyagase is single-track in places.
23 km · about 25 min drive
museum
Nissan's vast factory archive of over 400 historic vehicles including the legendary Skyline GT-R lineage.
31 km · about 35 min drive
racetrack
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.
32 km · about 35 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
32 km · about 35 min drive
cafe
One of Japan's busiest and most famous highway rest stops on the Tomei Expressway, known for its exceptional food offerings and shopping that rival a department store.
33 km · about 40 min drive
scenic viewpoint
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.
34 km · about 40 min drive
natural wonder
The most accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes, offering spectacular reflections of Mount Fuji and seasonal flower festivals.
35 km · about 40 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A lakeside viewpoint where Mount Fuji reflects perfectly in still waters, especially stunning during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
35 km · about 40 min drive
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