Fujikawaguchiko is a resort town in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, set on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi. It is one of the best-known places from which to look at Mount Fuji, and many visitors come here for that view alone.
What the visit is like
The town suits a slower, outdoor-leaning trip. Its appeal rests on its setting: the lake in the foreground and the mountain rising beyond it. Walking or cycling along the lakeshore gives a steady succession of views, and the lake's calm surface often shows the mountain's outline clearly when conditions allow. Because the mountain can be hidden by cloud, it is worth keeping an open schedule and allowing more than one chance to see it.
Around the town
- Lake Kawaguchi: the lakeshore is the heart of the place, and the main reason to come.
- Mount Fuji views: the resort is valued for its wide, uninterrupted sightlines to the mountain.
- Resort atmosphere: the town's accommodation and services are geared toward visitors who want to stay a while and take in the scenery.
Fujikawaguchiko works well as a base for a day or more, particularly for those who want a quieter stop than a major city. Visitors interested in exploring further can plan around the lake and the surrounding Yamanashi countryside, checking local information for current details on transport, facilities and opening times before setting out.
