The cherry blossoms around the Fuji Five Lakes typically peak around mid April. Below is a list of some of the most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing (hanami) in the region. See also our nationwide list of famous cherry blossom spots.
Chureito Pagoda••
Mid April
15-20 minute walk from Shimo-Yoshida Station
Admission: freeThe Chureito Pagoda is a recently built pagoda in the hills of Fujiyoshida City across from Mount Fuji attracts photographers around the year, but particularly so in mid April during the cherry blossom season when the pagoda seems to float in a sea of cherry blossoms. Light conditions are best in the early morning.
Northern Shores of Kawaguchiko••
Mid April
25 minutes by Omni Bus Red Line from Kawaguchiko Station
Trees along the northern shores of Lake Kawaguchiko provide the magnificent sight of Mount Fuji in combination with the lake and cherry blossoms. The most attractive spot for viewing the blossoms is the lakeside promenade east of the Kawaguchiko Music Forest.
Eastern Shores of Kawaguchiko
Mid April
15 minutes by Omni Bus Red Line from Kawaguchiko Station
The eastern shores of Lake Kawaguchiko around the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway's lower station and the town's many ryokan is decorated by cherry trees, including many weeping cherry trees.
Iyashi no Sato•
Mid April
40 minutes by Omni Bus Green Line from Kawaguchiko Station
Tucked away on the western shores of Lake Saiko is Iyashi no Sato, an open air museum and traditional craft village. The main street of the village is lined with weeping cherry trees and offers views of Mount Fuji.
Oshino Hakkai•
Mid to late April
30 minutes by bus from Kawaguchiko Station
Cherry trees line about 400 meters of the river on the northwestern side of Oshino Hakkai. The most popular view is from the bridge not far from the Shibokusa Sengen Shrine where Mount Fuji can be seen behind the cherry trees on clear days. The trees here typically bloom several days later than the trees around Lake Kawaguchiko.
Ratings:
best of the best
best of Japan
outstanding
Getting there and around
How to get to and around the Fuji Five Lakes
Questions? Ask in our forum.
Hotels around Fuji Five Lakes
Read our Fuji Five Lakes Hotel Guide
Glamping Village Fuji Kawaguchiko
A glamping resort with Mt.Fuji views. Surrounded by the vast forests with luxurious villas and spacious domed tents. All rooms equipped with private hot spring.
View site
Sponsored
Top rated around the Fuji Five Lakes
Budget:
Mid-range
Boasting mountain views, Private Hotel Rei features accommodation with terrace, around 7.1 km from Lake Kawaguchi. Each accommodation at the 3-star ryokan has lake views, and guests can enjoy access to free bikes and to a garden. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with slippers, walk-in shower, hot tub and bidet. A fridge and kettle are also offered. At the ryokan, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in.Fuji-Q Highland is 10 km from the ryokan, while Mount Fuji is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 123 km from Private Hotel Rei.
9.6Booking.com
Luxury
Set in Fujikawaguchiko, 4.8 km from Lake Kawaguchi, Fufu Kawaguchiko offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can use the sauna and the hot spring bath, or enjoy mountain views.The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Fufu Kawaguchiko features certain units with lake views, and rooms include a patio. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.Guests at Fufu Kawaguchiko will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fujikawaguchiko, like cycling.Fuji-Q Highland is 7.1 km from the hotel, while Mount Fuji is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport, 124 km from Fufu Kawaguchiko.
9.5Booking.com
Mid-range
Boasting views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi for all rooms and hot-spring baths, Hotel Asafuji provides air-conditioned Japanese-style rooms with a green tea set. Free WiFi available throughout the hotel and free on-site parking is available. Free pick-up service is available from Kawaguchiko Station upon request.The air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Asafuji have Shoji paper screens and a low table with floor chairs and cushions. Each room includes a fridge, private toilet, and guests bathe at the hot-spring baths. Japanese-style futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor is provided. Yukata robes are offered for guests.Massages are available, and the reception can store luggage. The public hot-spring baths are open from 06:00-09:30 and from 15:00-23:30 daily.A Japanese set breakfast and kaiseki multi-course dinner are available at the on-site restaurant for an extra fee with an advance reservation.Kawaguchiko Station is a 10-minute drive, while Kawaguchiko Ropeway and Lake Kawaguchi's boat dock is a 3-minute drive away from the hotel. Kawaguchiko Music Forest and Kawaguchiko Museum Of Art is a 7-minute drive. Oishi Parkand is a 10-minute drive away, while Fuji-Q Highland amusem*nt park is a 15-minute drive away.
9.4Booking.com
Mid-range
Set in Fujikawaguchiko, less than 1 km from Lake Kawaguchi, HOSTEL MICHIKUSA-YA offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and free shuttle service. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.6 km from Fuji-Q Highland.Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also have free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a mountain view.Mount Fuji is 25 km from HOSTEL MICHIKUSA-YA, while Fujiomuro Sengen Shrine is 700 metres away. The nearest airport is Shizuoka Airport, 121 km from the accommodation.
9.4Booking.com
Budget-friendly
Renovated in September 2018, GuesthouseÙÌÚÌ offers an accommodation with free WiFi in Fujikawaguchiko, 1.3 km from Lake Kawaguchi. Free private parking is available on site on a first-come, first-serve basis as well as prior reservation. Free shuttle service is available upon prior request from the property to Kawaguchiko Station.There is a shared kitchen and lounge at the property. Guests can make some coffee and tea free of charge. Bath amenities including towels, toiletries and toothbrushes are available at the front desk for a fee.Mount Fuji is 16 km from GuesthouseÙÌÚÌ, while Shimobe Hot Spring is 26 km away.
9.4Booking.com
Mid-range
Just a 5-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station, JINYA Fujikawaguchiko is located in Fujikawaguchiko. Free WiFi, private parking, a washing and drying machine are provided.All units in the hotel are equipped with a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and an electric kettle. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, a private bathroom and a toilet. Bed linen, towels and a hairdryer are provided. Selected rooms feature a dining table and a sofa.Mount Fuji is 16 km away from the hotel, while Mount Fuji 5th Station is a 65-minute bus ride away.
9.4Booking.com
Budget-friendly
Located in Fujikawaguchiko, 1.7 km from Fuji-Q Highland, Fuji Guest House Ao provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking and a terrace. Featuring free bikes, the 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.7 km from Lake Kawaguchi.Guest rooms include bed linen.Mount Fuji is 22 km from the hostel, while Mount Kachi Kachi Ropeway is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport is Shizuoka Airport, 122 km from Fuji Guest House Ao.
9.4Booking.com
Luxury
Situated in Fujikawaguchiko, 2.9 km from Lake Kawaguchi, Hananoyado Yumefuji features each room with a private garden with a terrace. Kawaguchiko Station is just a 5-minute walk away from the villa. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.At the hotel, all air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom including free amenities. All rooms also boast a kitchenette with a fridge.Breakfast is served as morning basket (bento) daily at the property.A variety of popular activities are available in the area around the property, including skiing, cycling and hiking. Free public parking is available, while bicycle rentals are available upon additional charge. On-site concierge service is available.Lake Kawaguchi Ohashi Bridge is 1.8 km from the accommodation. Fujikyu Highland is 1.17 km away.
9.4Booking.com
Luxury
Featuring great views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, Konanso boasts natural hot spring baths and large Japanese-style rooms with traditional tatami (woven-straw) flooring. It is only a 2-minute walk from a ferry stop, where guests can board sightseeing cruises. Free WiFi is offered in all areas.Konanso offers indoor and outdoor hot spring baths, a private-use bath (charges apply), and a foot bath on the rooftop. Relaxing massage services can be arranged. Other facilities include karaoke rooms and a lounge bar. A souvenir shop can be found on the ground floor.Guest rooms at Konanso are fitted with futon bedding, a seating area and a flat-screen TV. A Fridge and an electric kettle are also provided. Guests can try on Yukata robes or enjoy free green tea in their room. Some rooms feature an open-air hot spring bath.The property is a 10-minute drive from Kawaguchiko Train Station. A free pick-up service from the station is available upon request. Mount Fuji 5th Station for climbing is a 1-hour bus ride from Kawaguchiko Station. Popular Fuji-Q Highland Amusem*nt Park is a 5-minute drive away, while Gotemba Outlet Shopping Mall can be reached within a 40-minute drive.Seasonal Japanese multi-course meals are served either in a private dining room or in the guestroom. Breakfast can be enjoyed at the dining room.
9.3Booking.com
Luxury
Luxurious ryokan Fuji Onsenji Yumedono is located just 500 metres from Lake Kawaguchiko. It features traditional Japanese cuisine served in the dining area, suites with in-room hot springs and a garden.This hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Kawaguchiko Train Station. Nagasaki Park and Oishi Park are both a 10-minute taxi ride away and offer magnificent views of Mount Fuji.Featuring a private outdoor hot-spring bath (onsen), the well-appointed suites come with a flat-screen cable TV and DVD player. A bathtub and hairdryer can be found in the private bathroom.Massages can be requested for an extra cost.Served at the dining area, Japanese breakfast and a multi-course dinner of local specialties are served to guests with a meal plan.
9.2Booking.com
Experiences around Fuji Five Lakes
Top rated in Mount Fuji
Private One Day Tour Mt. Fuji - Lake Kawaguchiko
¥69,950
★★★★★
252**Chureito Pagoda Shinto shrine** Famous spot with spectacular views of Mt. Fuji, cherry blossoms and crimson pagoda
Mt. Fuji Private Customizable One Day Trip from Tokyo
¥58,500
★★★★★
122Travel at your own pace and discover scenic and iconic spots around Mt. Fuji area with your expert, English-speaking driver
Mount Fuji One-day Tour by Chartered Car
¥62,900
★★★★★
139Mount Fuji is known as the "holy mountain" by the Japanese people. It is a symbol of the Japanese nation and one of the largest active volcanoes in the world. The landscape of Mount Fuji varies with the seasons throughout the year. Sunrise, sunset, and climate change will make Mount Fuji look different instantly figure!
