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Mount Fuji from Lake Shoji

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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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
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Japanese style inn, easy access to Mt. Fuji. Every room has a private open-air hot spring bath.
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