What to Do Around Mt. Fuji - Kawaguchiko Day Trip Guide

Kawaguchiko has some of the best views of Mount Fuji in Japan. Whether you take in the views from Chureito Pagoda, see Mt. Fuji reflected across the lake at Oishi Park or get a higher perspective at Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway, you're definitely in for a spectacular sight. With easy access from Tokyo, you can easily visit Kawaguchiko as a day trip or stay overnight in an onsen hotel!
Read more about what to do around Kawaguchiko here!
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0:00 Introduction
0:24 Getting to and around Kawaguchiko
1:16 Chureito Pagoda
2:22 What to eat in Kawaguchiko
3:18 Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway
4:26 Museums around Kawaguchiko
5:01 Oishi Park
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  • @Minorupokemon
    @Minorupokemon Жыл бұрын

    You can actually hike up further past the pagoda, about 1 hour up and you get an amazing view of Mt. Fuji. I don't really see many tourists past the pagoda, usually locals only.

  • @AmbientWalking
    @AmbientWalking Жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Love how atmospheric this is! I can watch it forever over and over again! : )

  • @user-xf8tf5kn7u
    @user-xf8tf5kn7u9 ай бұрын

    great guide!!! welcome everybody to this beautiful location

  • @Jaimethepanda
    @Jaimethepanda3 ай бұрын

    Went there last month. Loved the lavender ice cream.

  • @MrBarefootDoc
    @MrBarefootDoc Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing the information, and look forward to visiting!

  • @machado5765
    @machado57657 ай бұрын

    Oichi Park looks amazing.

  • @mariakata8787
    @mariakata8787 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing video thanks!!!

  • @bigwaidave4865
    @bigwaidave4865 Жыл бұрын

    This is a fantastic video. Thank you so much taking our first trip to Tokyo next month and we’re looking at those ridiculously expensive Tripadvisor day trips.. this looks like a lot more fun. Thanks again.👍

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! We've got some more day trip videos coming as well, so stay tuned 😊

  • @NadineOlivier
    @NadineOlivier Жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait for my trip to Kawaguchiko next week 🎉❤

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Have a great time!

  • @aasthasahni8119
    @aasthasahni81199 ай бұрын

    Best and crisp video I have ever watched on Mount Fuji.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    9 ай бұрын

    There's plenty of clear days in the winter, but we were particularly lucky!

  • @mabelleko7027
    @mabelleko7027 Жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait for my trip in Japan ❤️

  • @kaka3661able

    @kaka3661able

    Жыл бұрын

    When are you goin? Ive booked my flights for September

  • @1superduck

    @1superduck

    Жыл бұрын

    Going in May!!! Cant wait!

  • @QueShiok
    @QueShiok5 ай бұрын

    We just uploaded our Fuji vlog but you guys are so lucky with the super clear day and views!!! Cheers! ❤

  • @catalinacurio
    @catalinacurio Жыл бұрын

    “Tourist information”! My day is made! 😊😊😊. Thank you! 😊😊😊

  • @joniateohuiing
    @joniateohuiing2 ай бұрын

    great video! im coming this october 2024! i hope the sky is clear for mt fuji appearance

  • @vguy488
    @vguy488 Жыл бұрын

    Nice, Kawaguchiko is on my list of potential day trips, since I'll be spending around 5 days in the general Tokyo area. Hopefully we have a Kamakura day trip guide coming up, as that's one of my must visit places. Cheers!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Nice! There's lots of great day trips to do from Tokyo. Kamakura is on our list but in the meantime we have an older video on it and an article as well: tokyocheapo.com/entertainment/kamakura-mega-guide/

  • @AlexKeith17
    @AlexKeith1711 ай бұрын

    Thank you for you wonderful and insightful video. I definitely want to see mount Fuji, that will be my first destination outside of Tokyo.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! That sounds like a great plan 😊

  • @theamericantravelguy
    @theamericantravelguy8 ай бұрын

    Heading there in 2 weeks, Thanks for the informative tips and video!!!

  • @azeriztatime5120
    @azeriztatime5120 Жыл бұрын

    wow nice voice sound good easy to listen the content so many helpful. surly am subscribe. last view of content is amazing.

  • @LK-nq3zk
    @LK-nq3zk Жыл бұрын

    Awesome guide , I’m now on the way to mount Fuji watching ur video😍

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Have a great time! 😊

  • @varsinedavtyan8825
    @varsinedavtyan88252 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much. Can't wait to be there ... :*

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    2 ай бұрын

    Enjoy your trip!

  • @DevinNeiro
    @DevinNeiro Жыл бұрын

    It is very nice!

  • @rommelflores2618
    @rommelflores2618Ай бұрын

    Went here a couple of days ago, I only saw the iced cap of the mountain then the fog or clouds came in shortly, Lucky I capture a photo on the ice peak. Nice road trip from Shinagawa.

  • @chunleecai9374
    @chunleecai9374 Жыл бұрын

    Love your video! So helpful! Did u also take the train back to Shinjuku?

  • @yamaguchitoshio
    @yamaguchitoshio9 ай бұрын

    Thks to upload. I living in Japan since 16' but not opportunity to visit. I promise... I will go in next Winter when I usually visit Fuji Yama from Shizuoka Ken side 😊

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    9 ай бұрын

    Hope you get there in the winter! You should have beautiful, clear skies then 😊

  • @fptmzkek
    @fptmzkek5 күн бұрын

    Still a dream for me :3 Embassy should totes approve my visa on my third try next time.

  • @kapport7526
    @kapport75267 ай бұрын

    For me, the best Mt. Fuji sight is from Koan camp ground on the lake Motosu, especially from a tent (which I unfortunately did not have, being there in a hut). Btw nice video with great shots :)

  • @OregonChronic
    @OregonChronic Жыл бұрын

    Going in may and can’t wait!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Have a great trip!

  • @ganoog
    @ganoog4 ай бұрын

    Many thanks 🙏

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    4 ай бұрын

    You're welcome 😊

  • @alexisvillalobos3560
    @alexisvillalobos35609 ай бұрын

    Hi there. I just to leave in Yamashi - Shi (Fujiyoshida), long time ago, and I used to visit that lake. I missed those days. Likewise, I did not go to many of all the places you mentioned. Great video😀. Saludos.

  • @RaizaMara
    @RaizaMara Жыл бұрын

    so coooooooolllllll

  • @kensanokaeri
    @kensanokaeri Жыл бұрын

    05:36 Aimee, you really love ice creams! ☺👍 Great video!!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Even in winter, ice cream is the best! 😆

  • @kensanokaeri

    @kensanokaeri

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo same here!! hahaha

  • @RandomShowerThoughts
    @RandomShowerThoughts7 ай бұрын

    Literally watching as I got to the station 🤣

  • @YellowRose17
    @YellowRose176 ай бұрын

    Informative video. How long did u take to complete everything? Is it possible in 4 hours or less without stopping for a meal? Thanks!

  • @skash6718
    @skash6718Ай бұрын

    thanks for the video, your video inspired me to plan this trip tomorrow. Wanted to know, what time do you recommend us to take the train from Tokyo? We are staying in Daiba at the moment.

  • @johnr5267
    @johnr52678 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video! I keep rewatching your videos for our Tokyo trip :) Just to confirm, when we drop off at Shimoyoshida Station, is that point actually the start of the 20min walk/climb up to the pagoda? Or we have to walk 20 mins first to get to the start of the stairs, and then climb up the pagoda? Just making sure my mom can make it up to the pagoda, she has a hip problem. Thank you!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    8 ай бұрын

    Hi there! That's 20 minutes from the station all the way up to the pagoda 😊 Thanks for watching and hope you have a wonderful trip!

  • @sophiachandra140
    @sophiachandra140 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, I planned for a day trip to MtFuji using highway bus from Shinjuku. Places to visit are : Chureito Pagoda, Honco Street, Oshino Hakai, and Ancient Village Saiko Iyashi-no Sato Nemba. According to you, how should my route be in order to visit all those places efficiently ?

  • @aidacorpuz7422
    @aidacorpuz7422 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this up-to-date video of Kawaguchiko! Could not have come at a better time as I am currently planning to host visiting family. Fujisan is on the top of their list. Could you please clarify a few things: 1. What time did you leave Tokyo? What time did you arrive in Kawaguchiko? 2. Did you use the bus or train? I did not hear in the video which transportation option you chose to use. 3. Were there already many people when you started doing your sightseeing? 4. Which site should be visited first to avoid larger crowds later in the morning/day? Thank you very much!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! Glad it was useful! We used the highway bus and left Shinjuku at 7:35am, arriving about 2 hours later. If you can visit Chureito Pagoda earlier in the morning, we'd recommend that. We visited all sights in the same order shown in the video, so we arrived at Chureito Pagoda around 10am. It was not too crowded when we arrived but it was getting busy by the time we left. There were quite a few tourists when we were there in mid January but because Kawaguchiko is a large area, it didn't feel too crowded at each location. Have a great trip!

  • @MrGeralt53

    @MrGeralt53

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo Hi! Great video! We also plan to take the bus at 7:35am. Is food allowed to be taken on board & eating in the bus? We may skip breakfast at our hotel just to be sure we're at the bus station on time.

  • @EWenHooi

    @EWenHooi

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo Thank you for such informative video! May I know when you finished the trail, what time did the excursion end? How much time for the whole trip and back to tokyo?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@EWenHooi Glad you found it helpful! We caught the bus from Shinjuku at 7:35am and arrived back at around 6:00pm. So all up, we were in Kawaguchiko from 9:35am - 4:00pm.

  • @gracechinmeifoonggracechin6849

    @gracechinmeifoonggracechin6849

    Жыл бұрын

    Tqvm for responding to the questions which helps potential visitors to plan their trips better. I am one of them. Liked and subscribed. Looking forward for more. Will be visiting Japan in a few months time as a budget traveller. So, very helpful

  • @theorientearl
    @theorientearl Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this informative video!!! I can see that you visited sometime around autumn. Would you be able to which week and month of November/December?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! We visited in the second week of January.

  • @luvathrun
    @luvathrun Жыл бұрын

    I always want to know which spot where all these people get the photos from, and now i know! It is at the end of the red Line! Too bad i visit japan when it (might) be at the start of the busiest time for holiday in japan. 😅 Hopefully, my trip to Kawaguchiko here went smoothly~ Thank you for the quite detailed and great restaurant recommendation! ❤

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hope you trip goes smoothly! Thanks for watching 😊

  • @Naboosln
    @Naboosln3 ай бұрын

    Hello :) ! I'm organizing my trip to Japan for 1 month and your videos are very useful :D! Can you tell me if the boat cruise is also a round trip from the same starting point, or if the boat drops us off at another specific location? Thank you so much

  • @kugaendrankaru1121
    @kugaendrankaru11213 ай бұрын

    Guys, from start to finish, how long is the red line bus service pls? Thank you. Loving your videos so far. So helpful 🎉

  • @khilafatemadina5416
    @khilafatemadina541610 ай бұрын

    Wow nice Amazing 😂❤ Kiev from Pakistan 🇵🇰

  • @aunchunsteeves787
    @aunchunsteeves787 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice side see bus ..thank for made video it is very useful..i would love to know how many hours for round trip side see bus? Thank you

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    On the red line sightseeing bus, from Kawaguchiko station to the end of the line at Oishi Park, it takes around 30 minutes. If you are getting off at stops along the way and doing some sightseeing then you could spend half a day to a whole day visiting the area.

  • @armiyyaaa2087
    @armiyyaaa20879 ай бұрын

    One of the best vids for Mt Fuji!!! Btw, what’s the earliest time for Shinjuku Bus? Thanks!!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    9 ай бұрын

    Really glad it's helpful! The earliest bus leaves at 6:45am from Shinjuku. Here is the bus timetable: www.highwaybus.com/gp/inbound/inbTimeTbl?lineGroupNo=1&lineId=110&upDownKbn=2

  • @tysedon
    @tysedon Жыл бұрын

    Hello, I want to ask if we can go to fuji shibazakura festival using the bus pass using the blue line. I saw the bus brochure, it said the bus didn't stop near shibazakura site, but google map said that the bus stopped near shibazakura site(around 1.5km from the site. It added 1 more stop). Which one is right? Bcs if we can use blue line bus to arrive there, it means that I only need to buy the 2day bus ticket instead of buying a specific bus ticket to arrive at shibazakura(which costs about 2000 yen cmiiw)

  • @aramgrigoryan8039
    @aramgrigoryan8039 Жыл бұрын

    I LIKE FUDZIYAMA AND JAPANEESE CIVILIZATION. WELCOME TO ARMENIA TO SEE ARARAT AND ARMENIAN OLD CULTURE. WE LOVE JAPAN ❤

  • @1975tbm
    @1975tbm3 ай бұрын

    Hey, would you pick Kawaguchiko over Fujiyoshida? I will have 2 nights to spare in October, so 1 full day to use. Great videox

  • @jessicamolinari9097
    @jessicamolinari90976 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the video! Can I make a question? The bus from Tokyo to Fuji, what you pay is to go AND comeback or you have to pay again to comeback to Tokyo? Thanks!

  • @RedSteelNima
    @RedSteelNima Жыл бұрын

    Would you reccomend kawaguchiko over hakone ? im stuck deciding between the two

  • @markw3267
    @markw3267 Жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed the video as I will be going there in October. Is the Fujikyuko train ride included in the Kawaguchiko Sightseeing Bus pass? Thanks.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    The Sightseeing Bus pass just covers the buses in the area. You'll need to purchase tickets for the train separately. Hope you have a wonderful trip in October!

  • @alytawidiana149
    @alytawidiana1494 ай бұрын

    hi! planning to go to kawaguchiko this weekend. do you know what time is the latest train from kawaguchiko to tokyo?

  • @Like_a_flowing_wind
    @Like_a_flowing_wind Жыл бұрын

    This was so useful! I'm coming in June. I will be staying near Mt. Fuji Station ( Fujiyoshida). To go there I found a different Highway bus that leaves from Tokyo Station, The Fuji Five Lakes Liner. Would that be another option? I haven't seen anyone talking about this line and from where I'm staying in Tokyo this is the best option for me, since is much more near to my accommodation. Thank you!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! Yes you can also take the highway bus from Tokyo station, which is convenient if you're staying near there. Have a great trip!

  • @KaramaCH95

    @KaramaCH95

    Жыл бұрын

    Iam going in june too and I am planning to make a one day trip to mount fuji before heading to kyoto

  • @keithtan5087
    @keithtan5087 Жыл бұрын

    Hi there, are we able to bring luggages with us on the highway bus? Not sure if the information I got regarding the limitations of 10kg and below was accurate. Thanks!

  • @pinklette4779
    @pinklette4779 Жыл бұрын

    Going to visit in april , it came in the right time. Id like to see the cherry blossoms, do I have more luck in the beginning or the middle of april?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    If you visit Kawaguchiko anytime in the first half of April, you should be able to see cherry blossoms. In 2023, the Fujikawaguchiko Cherry Blossom festival will be held from April 5th - 16th.

  • @scottjohnson1119
    @scottjohnson11197 ай бұрын

    I plan on going to my Fuji this Saturday Oct 21 unfortunately the Fuji excursions and earlier buses are already booked ! Are their local trains that can be taken from Tokyo? Do they need to be booked ahead of time?

  • @adeel.travel
    @adeel.travel3 ай бұрын

    Fantastic video. Where is the legendary Lawson store based?

  • @gitgud9082
    @gitgud90829 ай бұрын

    Amazing video! Can you hop off and on any red line bus once you buy a ticket? Or does the bus wait at each spot

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 😊 Once you buy the day pass, you can hop on and off the red line bus as you like. Here is a link to the bus timetable: bus-tw.fujikyu.co.jp/mtpass/_file/routemap_RedBlueGreen_new.pdf

  • @waicheung4539
    @waicheung4539 Жыл бұрын

    Which season is the best time to see the lavender field and other flowers in the kawaguchiko area?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    The lavender at Oishi Park is best viewed from mid June onwards and the Kochia (red summer cyprus) from mid to late October. This website is in Japanese, but gives fairly good translations of flower blooming times when using Google Translate: www.fkchannel.jp/naturelivingcenter/oishipark/

  • @datla2103
    @datla21038 ай бұрын

    Really informative video thank you! I had a question, I noticed your highway bus takes you to Kawaguchiko Station but a train is needed to back track to Chureito Pagoda. How did you guys get back to Kawaguchiko Station, just by train again? The highway bus ticket can only be used once right?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    8 ай бұрын

    Hi there! We caught a local train back from Shimoyoshida Station to Kawaguchiko Station. If you catch the express train rather than the highway bus, you can get off at Shimoyoshida Station on the way to the area so no need for back-tracking 😊

  • @ShadowPuppet3001
    @ShadowPuppet3001 Жыл бұрын

    great video, I like the site of Mt. Fuji 🗻, but will you make a video that is about Osaka, seening that its Japan related area 🤔, thanks anyways - CyberGod

  • @priteshmistry5430
    @priteshmistry54308 күн бұрын

    We caught the bus from Shinjuku station and if you don't manage to book online then you can pick up your ticket at the desk on 4th floor and bus was from 4th floor. Please note Shinjuku bus and train station is massive and you can get lost in there, so give yourself plenty of time to navigate yourself around.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    7 күн бұрын

    A great piece of advice for Shinjuku Station!

  • @dvijay461
    @dvijay46114 күн бұрын

    This is great! What time of year is this? I'm thinking about goin in November

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    10 күн бұрын

    This was in January. November generally has quite nice, clear weather as well 😊

  • @princess96699
    @princess96699 Жыл бұрын

    When was this? The weather looks so good! What attire to wear there if I am going end of March? Winter or Spring wear? Thanks.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    This was in January. Winter is the best time to see Mount Fuji with clear skies. I would suggest spring clothes.

  • @princess96699

    @princess96699

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo Thanks so much 🙏

  • @nellybell32
    @nellybell32 Жыл бұрын

    Can you take the pathway all the way up to the Pagoda? I will be traveling with an older aunt who has had hip surgery so stairs are harder for her than most.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes you can. When you arrive at the first set of stairs at 1:54, you can take those up to the first shrine and then from there take the pathway all the way to the pagoda or you might be able to go around to the left of the stairs and take the pathway up to the first shrine as well. Hope you enjoy your trip!

  • @KiRaPaRk44
    @KiRaPaRk444 ай бұрын

    This is a very useful guide as I'm planning to go to mt.fuji solo during spring, as I'm still a little.. bit confuse on how to get there. But now all thank to your video I'm pretty clear how to get there. Thank so much CHEERS!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    4 ай бұрын

    Glad to hear you found the guide helpful! Enjoy your trip!

  • @nirvana4698
    @nirvana469811 ай бұрын

    Great video.. which month was this filmed?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    11 ай бұрын

    We filmed in January

  • @GoogleUser-mm4nl
    @GoogleUser-mm4nlАй бұрын

    thanks for a very informative guide. we’ll be visiting kawaguchiko in a few weeks. we’d like to get the set ticket that includes ropeway, boat and the bus. is this something we need to purchase online / in advance? or we can purchase when we get to the ropeway station?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Ай бұрын

    Hi there! We've just had a look on their Japanese website and it looks like from February this year, they've stopped the sale of the ropeway, boat and bus ticket. You will be able to double check at the tourist information counter at Kawaguchiko Station but if this is the case, you'll need to purchase the tickets separately, which can be done on the day.

  • @GoogleUser-mm4nl

    @GoogleUser-mm4nl

    Ай бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo Thanks so much!

  • @janenicha3884
    @janenicha3884 Жыл бұрын

    Nice video! What month did you go?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We went in January.

  • @inderjotgrewal827
    @inderjotgrewal827 Жыл бұрын

    Great Video! How many hours would it take to comfortably complete this itinerary?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    We completed this itinerary in one day - we arrived on the highway bus at 9am and left Kawaguchiko around 4pm. It's certainly doable in that timeframe but if you want to take it slower and relax then an overnight trip is also a good idea.

  • @summerable

    @summerable

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo Thanks for the information! I was wondering which timing to book for the trip back with these activities

  • @luvathrun
    @luvathrun Жыл бұрын

    oya, can you explain how to use jr pass to go to kawaguchiko? i heard, we have to buy separate ticket while reserve the seat from shinjuku station? if yes, where to buy the separate ticket and how to use it? (should we insert it to the ticket gate alongside with jr pass, for example)

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    The JR travel service centre at Shinjuku station will help you with the reservation. There’s a map of the station with the service centres marked here www.jreast.co.jp/e/stations/e866.html

  • @valeriewee1516
    @valeriewee151610 ай бұрын

    your guide is really useful!! Just wanna know if we want to stay overnight in the hotel there, is it the same way to get there

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    10 ай бұрын

    Glad to hear you found it useful! You can catch a bus or train to Kawaguchiko Station as mentioned in the video but from there, you'll need to choose between the red, green or blue local sightseeing bus to get to your hotel. Alternatively, if your hotel is located somewhere near Fuji-Q or Shimoyoshida Station, you could get off there a stop earlier, rather than going all the way to Kawaguchiko Station.

  • @uchacendana809
    @uchacendana809Ай бұрын

    May I know the red leaves in kawaguchiko best being red at what time on october? Thankss

  • @maecay
    @maecay7 ай бұрын

    How many hours do you reckon to do a day trip with the red line?

  • @agustinotjahjadi7833
    @agustinotjahjadi7833 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your video, I planning to visit Chureito Pagoda end of this month. because I will using JR pass to go there until Kawaguchiko Station. My question is to get to Shimoyoshida Station can I pay the train ticket by cash at the station? because it isn't cover by the JR pass. Thank you so much

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! Yes you can pay the extra 1570 yen by cash.

  • @agustinotjahjadi7833

    @agustinotjahjadi7833

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @willofdvlog
    @willofdvlogАй бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, where to buy the bundle pass of Ropeway, Boat Cruise & Bus?

  • @ret4kind

    @ret4kind

    Ай бұрын

    They stopped selling them in March 2024. You now have to pay individual prices for each by actually going to the location and paying extra for it. I strongly recommend just buying the bus pass, and skipping the ropeway and boat cruise: they're tourist traps. I'd recommend walking near the park that cuts the local river leading into the lake for free. The park is called Kogamasao Memorial Park and you can get off at the Musical Forest Museum bus stop. Don't visit the Musical Forest Museum. It's not authentic to the area and simply there to overcharge tourists.

  • @MrDidin23
    @MrDidin23 Жыл бұрын

    i will visit mount fuji in 17 th of march, do i need to bring a thick coat or just thin coat ? i dont know about the weather on next week , what do think i should bring ?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    At this time of year, it should be fairly nice during the day but temperatures could still be cool at night (around 5 degrees or so). Enjoy your trip!

  • @mikekun155
    @mikekun15510 ай бұрын

    Does the JRpass cover any of the buses or trains? Or is it its own thting? Thank you!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    10 ай бұрын

    The JR pass only covers the JR lines, if you’re taking the train from Tokyo to Kawaguchiko, you need to pay for the ticket for the section on the Fujikyuko Line the Otsuki - Mount Fuji / Fujikyu Highland / Kawaguchiko section.

  • @waicheung4539
    @waicheung4539 Жыл бұрын

    Any recommendation on the hotels in the area which provide half board?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! We have an article with accommodation recommendations, from cheap to more expensive: tokyocheapo.com/accommodationcat/accommodation-near-mount-fuji/

  • @user-sx6zg4cl6b
    @user-sx6zg4cl6b3 ай бұрын

    僕の地元なので紹介してもらえて嬉しいです

  • @niloyjdeb
    @niloyjdeb Жыл бұрын

    Is the Excursion train covered under JR Pass?

  • @bewellenespanol
    @bewellenespanol Жыл бұрын

    Hi from Canada. I booked a tour that includes the pagoda, lake Kawaguchik, Iyashi no Sato Nemba and oishi park. I haven't paid but I was wondering if it is worth the money or if it is better to use the bus you mentioned. The tour costs $252 Canadian dollars. Also, if I take the sightseeing bus and stop in one place, and after spending some time there, do I need to wait long for another bus to get to another place? Thanks

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Depends how simple you like things vs saving money - assuming the tour includes the trip to and from Tokyo, it’ll probably save you having to figure out bus times, bus stop locations etc, but sounds like it costs a lot more

  • @bewellenespanol

    @bewellenespanol

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tokyocheapo Yes the tour includes the transportation from Tokyo and back. I forgot to mention that the price is per two people.

  • @CuriousVelociiraptor

    @CuriousVelociiraptor

    11 ай бұрын

    The places on your list are scattered on 2 bus lines and 1 train line. However, if you start early you should be able to hit them all on your own. But you'll need to be well prepared ahead of time: 1) Lake Kawaguchiko & Oishi Park: Red line 2) Iyashi no Sato Nemba: Green line 3) Pagoda: Fujikyuko line The pass that covers both the Red & Green line is ~1500 yen, and includes a trip up the ropeway and a cruise in kawaguchiko (both of which I highly recommend). The green line runs less frequently so be sure to plan around the schedule if you want to do it yourself. Personally, I was't too impressed by Iyashi no Sato Nemba nor oishi park. And if pressed for time I'd choose the ropeway and the cruise over those 2 places.

  • @bewellenespanol

    @bewellenespanol

    11 ай бұрын

    @@CuriousVelociiraptor Thank you. My plan is to take the bus( I don't remember if it was bus or train...) to the pagoda first, because there is no point to get to kawaguchiko station and then go back to the pagoda. Then, the train to kawaguchiko station. From there, to pay for the package to take the ropeway and boat cruise and if we have time take the red line to oishi park. \How does that sound? Thanks for your help.

  • @CuriousVelociiraptor

    @CuriousVelociiraptor

    11 ай бұрын

    @@bewellenespanol That makes sense. For a day trip that's plenty already. Ropeway, cruise and Oishi Park are all on the red line and I bet you'll have time for them all. Oshino Hakkai is another interesting place but you likely won't have time for that. Enjoy! Mount Fuji is truly a majestic sight to behold.

  • @DaniellieBerry
    @DaniellieBerry Жыл бұрын

    Can you take the jr pass to chureito from shinjuku or from kawaguchiko station?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately you won’t be able to use the JR Pass to cover the entire fare to Chureito. If travelling from Shinjuku, the JR Pass covers part of the fare with around a ¥1600 surcharge. If travelling from Kawaguchiko station, you cannot use the JR Pass and will need to pay the fare of around ¥300 for the non-express train.

  • @edelgraphie2944
    @edelgraphie29442 ай бұрын

    Is it possible to travel from Tokyo, including return journey and sightseeing, all within one day?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    2 ай бұрын

    It is possible in one day but it'll be a long one. If you want more time at each location to relax and take in the sights, an overnight trip may be better.

  • @RG.......
    @RG....... Жыл бұрын

    Hi thanks for sharing! How many days in advance should we buy the highway bus ticket or the train ticket to Kawaguchiko? Where exactly can I buy the train ticket online?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! You can purchase a train ticket online at: www.eki-net.com/en/jreast-train-reservation/Top/Index Also note that part of the train fare is covered by the JR Pass. We have an article that explains the transport options in more detail: tokyocheapo.com/travel/tokyo-to-mount-fuji-transport/ The timing of buying tickets may depend on the day and season you are going. We bought ours one day in advance for a weekday trip but for weekends and busy periods like spring, it might be best to book them further in advance.

  • @tanyaortiz8053

    @tanyaortiz8053

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@tokyocheapo Hi! I have the JR pass and would like to use the Fuji Excursion limited express. Where do I buy the other portion of the ticket? Thank you.

  • @limorrazon-kaye897
    @limorrazon-kaye897 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, but can you help me and explain how to take the bus/ train from Tokyo🙏Thank you

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! We don’t yet have a dedicated video on getting to the Kawaguchiko area but we do have an article with everything you need to know: tokyocheapo.com/travel/tokyo-to-mount-fuji-transport/

  • @djalliville
    @djalliville7 ай бұрын

    Does the JR pass take you to this area?

  • @hissellbermudez8122
    @hissellbermudez8122 Жыл бұрын

    Is there any Onsens in the area ? I would love to go there for a day trip! ☺️

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    There's quite a lot! We have some onsen suggestions in our Kawaguchiko article in the "Things to do in Kawaguchiko" section: tokyocheapo.com/entertainment/tokyo-to-kawaguchiko-day-trip-guide/

  • @ankitaghosh6715
    @ankitaghosh6715 Жыл бұрын

    The train to Shimoyoshida, if you happen to take limited express train which is 400 yen. Do you still need to pay anything more for the ride?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! Yes the base fare is around 310 yen, which you can use an IC card like Suica for and then the limited express fare is 400 yen on top of that.

  • @Anthracite9999
    @Anthracite99997 ай бұрын

    Is Houtou a vegetarian dish? If not then can you suggest some vegetarian food options around Kawaguchiko Station

  • @rnope9672
    @rnope96729 ай бұрын

    4:54 may i know which month is this,and what is the best transportation option from kamikochi to kawaguchiko ya,thanks in advance!!

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    9 ай бұрын

    This was filmed In February. To get to Kamikochi from Kawaguchiko by public transport is quite a lengthy complex journey. One option is take the train to Otsuki and then change to the chuo line for the limited express to Matsumoto, then a Kamikochi bound bus.

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    9 ай бұрын

    It’s probably easier to go back to Tokyo again, stay the night and the next day (or later) catch a dedicated bus all the way to Kamilochi

  • @nadiaafreen235
    @nadiaafreen23510 ай бұрын

    do you need to book the highway bus ticket in advance or can we book on the spot ?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    10 ай бұрын

    Great question! You can buy tickets on the spot as well. There’s usually screens in the bus center that show vacancy rates. Just be careful if it’s a busy holiday time - it might be better to book in advance.

  • @Cliffdog01
    @Cliffdog013 ай бұрын

    If you can only do one, which would you choose, Hakone or Mt Fuji?

  • @kimikimi2194
    @kimikimi2194 Жыл бұрын

    How can we go to Kawaguchiko to Osaka?

  • @scottjohnson1119
    @scottjohnson1119 Жыл бұрын

    Very helpful! Would it make sense to get off in Fujiyoshida to go to Chureito Pagoda first? Then take the train to Kawaguchiko station?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, that can work too! We took the highway bus so went directly to Kawaguchiko station first but if coming by train, getting off at Shimoyoshida station first makes sense.

  • @pikachuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
    @pikachuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu Жыл бұрын

    Why not get off at Shimoyoshida Stationfirst for Chureito Pagoda and then go to Kawaguchiko Station?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    That is a good idea if you are coming by train from Tokyo. They also have coin lockers at the station.

  • @DoiGaming
    @DoiGaming Жыл бұрын

    Does the Kawaguchiko station have lockers?

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, it does!

  • @colossus2828
    @colossus2828 Жыл бұрын

    do you recommend getting a tour guide

  • @sammallick2727
    @sammallick272710 ай бұрын

    so from kawaguchiko statoin to shimoyoshida station then again back to kawaguchiko?? why not start from shimoyoshida? sorry im confused

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    10 ай бұрын

    Hi there! We caught the express bus from Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko Station so that's why we started from there. If you're catching the train from Tokyo instead, you could start from Shimoyoshida.

  • @prasannascores
    @prasannascores6 ай бұрын

    Will This sightseeing bus take us to Maple corridor or how to get there

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    6 ай бұрын

    Maple Corridor is located at the north bank of Lake Kawaguchi and is about 20 minutes ride on the Kawaguchiko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line) from Kawaguchiko Station.

  • @internet.cookies8531
    @internet.cookies85314 ай бұрын

    hi please help me, can u tell me where i can buy that pass? in the video you didn't mention about where can get the pass. please help, really need about this information

  • @tokyocheapo

    @tokyocheapo

    4 ай бұрын

    Hi there! You can pick up the sightseeing pass at the Fujikawaguchiko Tourist Information Center right next to Kawaguchiko Station.

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