Ultimate Guide to Lake Kawaguchi
Lake Kawaguchi is a beautiful scenic area within the Fuji Five Lakes district, famous for its wealth of leisure activities. The tour includes a nature walk and popular museums. Enjoy the superb sight on an excursion cruise while admiring the view of grand Mt. Fuji. You will also visit popular spots along the lakeside such as the Kawaguchi-ko Music Forest and the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum which presents kimono dyeing and weaving.
Day 1
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9:00 AM
Kawaguchi-ko StationThe starting point for your tour of the Mt. Fuji area. Excursion buses arrive and depart for the popular tourist spots. To head for the Kawaguchi-ko Music Forest, get on the Kawaguchi-ko excursion bus at Kawaguchi-ko Bus Stop No. 1.
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9:30 AM
Lake KawaguchikoWalk around Lake Kawaguchi with a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji throughout all four seasons. You can enjoy a 20-minute lake cruise by excursion boat and head to the peak of Mt. Kachi-Kachi by ropeway to get a 360-degree panoramic view.
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11:30 AM
Kawaguchiko Music Forest MuseumLocated on the bank of Lake Kawaguchi is a music box museum. Within this landscape emulating a European town, you can hear the beautiful tones from many music boxes. You can also enjoy a display of precious antique music boxes and a performance from the world’s largest dance organ.
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12:30 PM
Hoto NoodlesFor lunch, the local dish of hōtō noodles is recommended. Nearby Kawaguchi-ko Music Forest, there are popular restaurants such as Hōtō Fudo and Harukaze serving the dish.
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14:00 PM
Itchiku Kubota Art MuseumAn art museum dedicated to kimono dyeing and weaving artist, Itchiku Kubota. The Tsujigahana kimono which thrived from Japan’s Middle Ages into the Edo Era is reproduced and numerous works seeking its distinctive beauty are on display. Also within the facility, there are a garden and a café which are recommended for taking a break. The museum has received 3 stars in the Michelin Green Guide.
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16:00 PM
Kawaguchi-ko Natural Living CenterThis is a place popular for having “the best scenic view of Mt. Fuji in Japan”. Situated within Oishi Park along Lake Kawaguchi, the herbal garden is also a highlight from late June to July for its sea of blooming lavender. There are also plenty of souvenir shops to buy local foods and traditional handicrafts. Relax at the café or the restaurant serving local beer and light meals while admiring the view of Mt. Fuji.
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