The five-story Chureito Pagoda is located on a hill in Arakurayama Sengen Park in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is part of the Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, to which it was added in 1963 as a peace memorial. It is reached via 398 steps and is impressive when the weather is clear View of Mount Fuji.
The pagoda is a popular visitor destination, especially in April when the cherry blossoms are in bloom and in November when the autumn leaves fall, as it is a popular photo opportunity with Mount Fuji in the background. Many iconic images of Japan show the Chureito Pagoda - often in the middle of flowering cherry trees - with Mount Fuji behind.
The pagoda and the Arakura of Fuji Sengen Shrine are not far from Kawaguchiko, one of the five Fuji lakes, and can be reached by train and bus.
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The Chureito Pagoda in Fujiyoshida, a 10-minute train ride from Kawaguchiko is a popular spot for viewing and photographing Mount Fuji, especially in spring and autumn.
Fujiyoshida Youth Hostel is a great budget option when exploring the Mt Fuji area.
Konansou is a ryokan accommodation with Mt. Fuji views, delicious Japanese cuisine, and impeccable facilities. If you want an onsen with a view, this is your spot.
A comfortable and reasonable stay right along the edge of Lake Kawaguchi, with an enchanting view of Mt. Fuji in the distance.
Houtou is a popular dish in Japan originated from Yamanashi, and Houtou Fudou is a great place to try it.
Homemade hoto noodles at Momiji Tei, near Mount Fuji in central Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture. Rustic flavour, a hot spring for the belly.
In the foothills of Fuji, burgers fit for a King - or at least a Prime Minister.
Fuji- Q Highland is a high thrill amusement park in Fujiyoshida. The amusement park has plenty of rides to keep you entertained, including some of the world's fastest and steepest roller coasters for the adventure seekers.
The Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway (富士山パノラマロープウェイ) carries visitors 400 meters up from the eastern shore of Lake Kawaguchi (Kawaguchi-ko) to an observation deck near the summit of Mount Tenjo. Perched over 1,000 meters above sea level, the deck offers sweeping views of the lake below and, on clear days, an unforgettable sight of Mount Fuji. It is also possible to follow hiking trails up and down along a scenic route that takes about 45 minutes, which passes the Nakabadaira (Monument of Osamu Dazai), Gotoku Shrine and a corridor of hydrangeas (at their best between mid-July and early August).
Guided walking tour in Fujiyoshida: two iconic Mount Fuji views, making decorative sushi rolls, a visit to a wonderful tea shop, and glimpses into the history of Fujiyoshida’s charmingly retro Nishiura Town.