Mount Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo by Bus – Scenic Views & Highlights

Overview

Embark on the Spectacular Mt. Fuji 1-Day Bus Tour, a beautifully curated journey to Japan’s most iconic destination. This full-day Mt. Fuji experience departs from Shinjuku in Tokyo and showcases the region’s most stunning highlights, such as Lake Kawaguchi, where Mt. Fuji can be seen elegantly reflecting from the water's surface, and Oishi Park, famous for vibrant seasonal flowers and picturesque views. Cruise across Lake Kawaguchi aboard the cruise boat, the Appare, stroll through the charming traditional village of Oshino Hakkai with its eight enchanted springs, and visit the world-famous Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, home to the iconic red five-story pagoda overlooking Mt. Fuji. You can also enjoy a hands-on hōtō noodle-making experience, a beloved local food tradition of Yamanashi. This Mt. Fuji tour is guided by a professional English-speaking guide and is also supported by multilingual audio, making it accessible for international travelers.

What's included

• ✓Admission fee
• ✓WiFi on board
• ✓Lake Kawaguchi cruise
• ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
• ✓Enjoy hōtō noodles, a beloved local food tradition of Yamanashi.

What you'll do

1. 1

   Enjoy a relaxing cruise across Lake Kawaguchi aboard the sightseeing boat Appare. This comfortable cruise offers sweeping, unobstructed views of Mt. Fuji from the water—one of the best vantage points in the entire area. As you glide across the lake, you can admire Fuji’s symmetrical form reflected on the water’s surface (weather permitting), along with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and shoreline. The Appare provides excellent photo opportunities and a peaceful way to experience the natural beauty of the Fuji Five Lakes region.

   ⏱ 1 hour
2. 2

   Oishi Park, home to the Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center, sits along the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi and is one of the area’s most scenic waterfront parks. The park is famous for its vibrant seasonal flowers, especially lavender, and also serves as the main venue of the Kawaguchiko Herb Festival. Lavender begins to bloom in late June and lasts until mid-July, creating a stunning purple carpet with Lake Kawaguchi and Mt. Fuji perfectly framed in the background—an iconic view unique to Oishi Park. In mid-October, the park transforms again as the kochia (broom grass) turns a brilliant red. The contrast of the crimson hillsides and the deep blue of Mt. Fuji creates one of the most photogenic autumn scenes in the region.

   ⏱ 1 hour
3. 3

   Oshino Hakkai (meaning the "eight seas of Oshino") is a picturesque set of eight crystal-clear spring ponds in the village of Oshino, located between Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako. The ponds were formed on the site of a former lake that dried up centuries ago. They are fed by snowmelt from Mount Fuji, which filters through layers of lava for more than 80 years, creating remarkably clear and pure spring water. One of the ponds has a spot where visitors can drink the cool water directly from the source. Many of the ponds are surprisingly deep, with vibrant aquatic plants and large fish visible through the transparent water. Although the area is popular and can become crowded, it still retains a peaceful, traditional atmosphere. Around the ponds, you’ll find small restaurants, souvenir shops, and food stalls selling local vegetables, sweets, pickles, and crafts, along with the inviting aromas of roasted sweet potatoes and freshly grilled rice crackers.

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.