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Lake Sai (Saiko, lit. "Western Lake"), is smaller and much less developed than neighboring Lake Kawaguchi. It is surrounded by wooded mountains, forests and several camp sites.
The views of Mount Fuji from the lake shores is partly blocked by a mountain range south of the lake, but there are beautiful, full views of the volcano from the lake's western shores.
A network of pleasant hiking trails covers the mountains and hills surrounding the lake, as well as the Aokigahara Jukai, lit. "Aokigahara tree ocean", an expansive forest south of the lake, famous for people getting lost.
Koyodai is an observation point in the hills south of the lake, accessible in an easy 30-40 minute hike from the closest bus station.
Several lava caves, formed during past eruptions of Mount Fuji can be found in the vicinity of Lake Sai. Three of them, the Ice Cave, Wind Cave and Bat Cave, have been developed for tourists.
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How to get there
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From Kawaguchiko Station, the "Saiko-Aokigahara" retro bus line provides an hourly connection (slightly reduced service in winter) to Lake Sai, circling the lake in a clockwise direction and stopping at the three lava caves. Fares depend on the distance traveled, and there is a two day pass for 1000 Yen.
Beside the "Retro Bus", there are regular buses from Kawaguchiko Station to the ice and wind caves and to the shores of Lake Sai. However, especially during the winter months, service tends to be rather infrequent.
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Hotel and Ryokan
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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.
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Kawaguchi-ko Station Inn
Just in front of Kawaguchiko Station. An inexpensive inn with beautiful views of majestic Mt. Fuji.
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Onsenji Yumedono Ryokan
Japanese style inn, easy access to Mt. Fuji. Every room has a private open-air hot spring bath.
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Backpackers Hostel K's House Mt.Fuji
Newly opened hostel with spacious lounge, free internet, communal kitchen and bicycle rental. English spoken.
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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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