basic information

The Fuji Five Lake region (Fujigoko) is located at the foot of Mount Fuji at an altitude of roughly 1000 meters above sea level in mountainous Yamanashi Prefecture. It is one of the best places to view Mount Fuji from a close distance and a convenient base for climbing the mountain.

Hiking, camping and fishing are among the popular outdoor activities to be enjoyed in the area. Another attraction is Fujikyu Highlands, an amusement park, featuring Fujiyama, one of the world's highest roller coasters.

The principal city in the region is Fuji-Yoshida. Lake Kawaguchi (Kawaguchiko), the most easily accessible of the five lakes, is located just next to Fuji-Yoshida in neighboring Fuji-Kawaguchiko Town.

The other four lakes are named Yamanaka, Sai, Shoji and Motosu. The latter three are less developed than Lake Kawaguchi, but more difficult to access.

Attractions

Climbing Mount Fuji (2) A guide to climbing Mount Fuji. Lake Kawaguchiko (1) The most easily accessible lake. Lake Saiko (3) Less developed lake west of Kawaguchiko. Sengen Shrine (4) Important shrine at the foot of Mount Fuji.

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Orientation

Orientation How to get to and around the Fuji Five Lakes. About transportation in Japan

Accommodation

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Pension Cosmos A pension located by Lake Kawaguchiko. Enjoy trails to the grand Mt.Fuji view, hot spa, grilled steak and Fujisan beer. Kawaguchi-ko Station Inn Just in front of Kawaguchiko Station. An inexpensive inn with beautiful views of majestic Mt. Fuji. Backpackers Hostel K's House Mt.Fuji Newly opened hostel with spacious lounge, free internet, communal kitchen and bicycle rental. English spoken. Onsenji Yumedono Ryokan Japanese style inn, easy access to Mt. Fuji. Every room has a private open-air hot spring bath. Mount Fuji Hotels Reserve your view of Mt. Fuji from our wide range of nearby hotels and Japanese ryokan inns. Rooms with open air baths available.

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Tours and Packages

Mount Fuji and Hakone Tours Various tours and travel packages for Mount Fuji and surroundings. Climb Mt. Fuji - 2 Days JPY 28,800 Take on Mount Fuji in a two-day guided climbing tour that includes a stay at an eighth station lodge.

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news and reports

Fuji Five Lakes Cherry Blossom Report April 16, 2009

travel community

Users who have been to Fuji Five Lakes: 390
Most visited: Ranked 14th out of 106 destinations

Rating by users:		recommended (86/100, 172 votes)
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