The solo visitor can ride the quick ropeway, enjoy quiet photography spots, hike gentle folklore-marked trails, and rest at the summit café without logistical complications, so the park serves almost every solo interest.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time for the ropeway ride, short hike, shrine visit, and a snack break at a relaxed pace.
Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway:
Take the 3-minute cable car from lake level to the summit deck.
Tip: Go at opening (9:00) to avoid mid-day queues and catch morning light on Fuji.
Kachi-Kachi Yama Hiking Trail:
Follow the 40-minute forest path with tanuki and rabbit folklore markers.
Tip: Wear sturdy shoes and bring water; follow the wooden signposts to stay on track.
Usagi Jinja (Rabbit Shrine):
Visit this small shrine themed after the Kachi-Kachi Yama tale.
Tip: Buy the 400 ¥ goshuin stamp to record your visit; the shrine is calmly shaded.
Kawarake-nage Clay Plate Throwing:
Buy two unglazed plates and toss them to cast off bad luck and invite good relations.
Tip: Aim for the center of the ring; plates cost 100 ¥ for a pair.
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Item | Cost (Approx.) |
---|---|
Ropeway round-trip ticket | JPY 1,000 |
Rabbit shrine goshuin | JPY 400 |
Clay plate throwing | JPY 100 |
Mitarashi dango snack | JPY 320 |
Total Estimated | JPY 1,820 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Spring offers sakura by the lake; autumn brings red and gold foliage. Winter delivers clear Fuji views but dress warmly.
Address: 1163-1 Azagawa, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0303, Japan
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Sweet Kitty
Kawaguchiko Tenjozan Park — often referred to simply as Kachikachi-yama Ropeway area — is one of the most popular spots for panoramic views and photos of Mount Fuji. It’s especially famous for its scenic observation deck, which can be easily accessed by ropeway, making it very friendly for elderly visitors or those with limited mobility. That said, it gets extremely crowded. Even on regular weekd...
tammy tan (tam2travel)
Hiked up to the sumit on a very wet rainy day, no hydrogeneas, think its too early in 1st week of june. Just saw a sea of green. The uphill walking path was not very wide thus it was a little challenging trying to avoid the plants on the side, with the rain water running down while trying to hold an umbrealla. Reached the top in about 35mins, still a good view of the lake despite the rain and mis...
Calvin Law
Loved it! This is a must visit if you come here to see Mt Fuji 🗻 The place is accessible via little cable cars. There's a couple view points, a giant swing with the mountain in front for pictures. Many hiking trails that go up and down the mountain, though some of them may or may not be open depending on the time of year or weather.
Matt Gosen
Taking the cable car up to Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park is absolutely required if you are visiting. The views were absolutely spectacular (we got very lucky on an extremely clear day). The ice cream shop at the top is a must do to just sit back and enjoy the views of Mt Fuji. Easily able to spend hours just marveling at the sheer size of this spectacular volcano
Juan Francisco Barrero
A "must stop" if you come to observe the Fujiyama to this lake. The queue can be a bit long depending when you come, but the views are absolutely worth it. The rail cars are great and well organised, on top you have food, souvenir shops, toilets, and many viewpoints where take photos.
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