I’m writing this blog post on visiting Mt Fuji as I get so so messages from people saying that they want to go to Mt Fuji or stay at Mt Fuji.
However, what everyone is forgetting is that it is all about those magical Mt Fuji views – so, unless you are physically climbing Fuji, you want to visit one of the most popular spots to take in Mt Fuji in all her glory. So one doesn’t simply “go to Fuji” or “stay at Fuji” (unless your hotel is literally perched on the volcano itself….)
The most popular spots for Mt Fuji views are Kawaguchiko (also called Lake Kawaguchi), Fujiyoshida and Hakone. So these places are a great place to start looking for directions to (or tour options) AND a great place to start looking for accommodation.
I believe that, time and budget allowing, it is worth staying 2-3 nights in one of these areas to really make the most of your travels. Also, if you are unlucky enough to be visiting on a cloudy day – your chance of Mt Fuji views goes up and up !
Here are some other great ways to take in Mt Fuji while travelling in Japan.
Please note that this blog post contains affiliate links – meaning that, if you book accommodation using one of my links, I will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.
If you don’t want to stress about ANY of the traffic or logistics for getting to any of these spots, I recommend booking a day tour with TokudAw – they are my personal favourite company to use. They understand the importance of carseats for children and babies, unlike many other transfer or tour companies in Japan they use legally registered tour vehicles and legally registered tour drivers. Another amazing fact that I love about this company, they don’t hire drivers that smoke (not just while on their breaks – drivers who do not smoke at all!) I have pictures of some of their vehicles and carseats here.
FujiQ Highland Amusement Park
The Komagatake Ropeway, Hakone
I’ve written about this boat trip across Lake Ashi and the ropeway trip here (It’s a great trip for young families too.) Not that this picture was not taken in Winter. It’s cold and snowy up there for a lot of the year.
Oishi Park, Kawaguchiko
Fuji Safari Park
I have written about visiting Fuji Safari Park in detail here.
Makaino Farm, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka
I’ve written in detail about visiting Makaino Farm here.
Oiso Day Spa & Heated Rooftop Pool
I have written about a Day trip to Oiso Day Spa for a relaxation and a lunch package here. (Adults only and strictly no tattoos.)
Grimpa Amusement Park
I have written in detail about visiting Grinpa Amusement Park here.
See here for a full list of places to visit with kids that also have a fantastic view of Mt Fuji.
If you will be climbing Mt Fuji, have a read of this blog post by Lena Voth who has climbed Fuji more than 4 times.
Please note that this blog post contains affiliate links – meaning that, if you book accommodation using one of my links, I will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.
If you don’t want to stress about ANY of the traffic or logistics for getting to any of these spots, I recommend booking a day tour with TokudAw – they are my personal favourite company to use. They understand the importance of carseats for children and babies, unlike many other transfer or tour companies in Japan they use legally registered tour vehicles and legally registered tour drivers. Another amazing fact that I love about this company, they don’t hire drivers that smoke (not just while on their breaks – drivers who do not smoke at all!) I have pictures of some of their vehicles and carseats here.
