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Fuji Five Lakes, Yamanashi

How to get to Lake Yamanaka (Yamanakako)

Yamanakako sits at 980 m and is the highest of the Fuji Five Lakes. In October and February the sun sets directly behind the summit, the famous Diamond Fuji.

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Yamanakako is reached by the same train route as Kawaguchiko, then a 25 minute Fujikyu bus from Kawaguchiko Station. Highway buses from Shinjuku also run straight to Yamanakako Asahigaoka.

Option 1

Highway bus direct from Shinjuku

About 2 h 15
From Tokyo (Shinjuku) via Fujikyu Highway Bus
  1. Shinjuku to Yamanakako Asahigaoka
    135 min· ¥2,400· Not on JR Pass
Total cost
¥2,000 to ¥2,500
JR Pass
Not covered.
Best for
Going straight to a lakeside hotel.
Option 2

Train to Kawaguchiko, then bus

About 2 h 45
From Tokyo (Shinjuku) via JR Chuo + Fujikyu + Retro bus
  1. Chuo line Azusa to Otsuki
    65 min· Covered· JR Pass
  2. Fujikyu line to Kawaguchiko
    50 min· ¥1,170· Not on JR Pass
  3. Fujikko bus to Yamanakako
    25 min· ¥730· Not on JR Pass
Total cost
~¥1,900 with JR Pass
JR Pass
JR portion covered.
Best for
JR Pass holders combining two lakes.

Highlights at Lake Yamanaka (Yamanakako)

  • Diamond Fuji in October and February
  • Swan boats and a long lakeside cycle path
  • Quieter than Kawaguchiko

FAQ

When is Diamond Fuji?

Around 20 October to 22 February depending on where on the lake shore you stand. Check the Yamanakako tourism site for the daily schedule.

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