30 THINGS TO DO AROUND MOUNT FUJI & WHERE TO STAY

As Japan's most iconic natural landscape, Fuji attracts millions of visitors each year with the surrounding area offering plenty to do.

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Whether you're headed up the mountain, just want to see it or booking a hot spring getaway in Hakone, find your hotel or guesthouse right here.

CLIMB MOUNT FUJI

From July until September, Fuji can be climbed on a number of trails leading to the summit. Here's what you need to know.

ITCHIKU KUBOTA ART MUSEUM

Profiling the life and work of the eponymous textile artist, the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum offers a unique and engaging experience.

HAKONE OPEN-AIR MUSEUM

Mixing traditional indoor galleries with outdoor installation, Hakone Open-Air Museum houses an acclaimed collection.

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Culinary Adventures in Hakone : What to Eat

Hakone is known for its hot springs ( Onsen ) and stunning scenic beauty of the surro…

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Hakone is for Art Lovers

Hakone is a haven for any culture vultures out there due to its large collection of f…

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Wellness and Relaxation in the Mountains of Hakone

Hakone is a popular destination for those seeking relaxation and comfort. Known for i…

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Two Days in Hakone : How to Spend 48 Hours in Japan’s Mountainous Region

The mountainous landscape of Hakone is home to some amazing scenery and attractions. …

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Where to See Mount Fuji in Hakone

The mountainous landscape of Hakone is home to some amazing scenery, and what makes t…

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30 Things To Do Around Mount Fuji & Where To Stay

Standing 3776 metres in height, Fuji is Japan’s tallest and most iconic mountain. Lyi…

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20 Things to Do Around Hakone & Where to Stay

Located within the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, the area broadly referred to as Hak…

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Where To Stay Around Mount Fuji?

One of the most popular destinations in the country, Mount Fuji attracts visitors fro…

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Best Places to Stay in Hakone

Famous for its hot springs and natural beauty, Hakone offers visitors some of Japan's…

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1 Day Tour : Mount Fuji and Hakone

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Mount Fuji Day Trip : Adventure around Lake Kawaguchiko

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Hakone Highlights : Explore Japan’s Mountainous Region

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How To Get To Mount Fuji

Located around 2.5 hours to the west of Tokyo, Mount Fuji is approachable from many d…

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How to Get to Hakone

Located nearby Mount Fuji, Hakone is a popular hot spring area offering visitors plen…

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From Mount Fuji: How To Get To The Snow Monkey Park

Mount Fuji is Japan’s most recognisable and iconic landscape. Standing 3776 metres, i…

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Limited Express Kaiji (Shinjuku--Otsuki--Kofu)

Running from Shinjuku Station to Kofu Station, the Limited Express Kaiji service oper…

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Fujikyu Railway Line (Otsuki--Mt.Fuji--Kawaguchiko)

The Fujikyu Railway Line operates along the Otsuki and Kawaguchiko lines and in doing…

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Tokaido Shinkansen (Tokyo--Nagoya--Kyoto--Osaka)

Known by many international visitors simply as the “Bullet Train,” Japan’s “Shinkanse…

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Tokaido Shinkansen Timetable

The Tokaido Shinkansen Line runs from Tokyo to Osaka via Nagoya, Kyoto and other stop…

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Otsuki Station

Located on the Chuo Main line running from Tokyo into Central Japan, Otsuki Station i…

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Mt Fuji (Fujisan) Station

Also known as Fujisan Station, Mt Fuji Station is the third last stop on the Fujikyu …

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Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)

Most international visitors coming to and from Nagano will make at least one journey …

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Limited Express Azusa (Shinjuku--Otsuki--Matsumoto)

Running from Shinjuku Station to Matsumoto Station, the Limited Express Azusa operate…

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Kawaguchiko Station

Kawaguchiko Station is the terminus of the Fujikyu Railway Line and as such, one of t…
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Gotemba Premium Outlets

Gotemba Premium Outlets is a large shopping mall located near the Fuji area and the H…
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Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba

Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba is a traditional Japanese village and open air museum loca…
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Walk the Tokaido Trail

During Japan's Edo Period (1603 to 1868) the Tokaido was the most important of the fi…
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Naraya Cafe and Foot Bath

We at Snow Monkey Resorts love to try new cafes, and this cafe in Hakone is a must vi…
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Hakone Ashinoko Narukawa Art Museum

Located right next to the beautiful and popular Lake Ashinoko, Hakone Ashinoko Naruka…
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Kawaguichi Asama Shrine & Tenku no Torii

A real hidden gem and off the beaten path, Kawaguichi Asama Shrine and Tenku no Torii…
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Oishi Park and Natural Living Centre

Laying right on the edge of Lake Kawaguchiko, Oishi Park and its Natural Living Centr…
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Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway & Shrine

One of the most popular activities to do around the Lake Kawaguchiko area is the Moun…
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Best Views of Mount Fuji

Fuji is a beautiful and awe-inspiring sight. Given its tremendous size, it can be see…
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Climbing Mount Fuji

Fuji’s official climbing season runs from early-July until mid-September, during whic…
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Kawaguchiko (Kawaguchi Lake)

Kawaguchiko or ‘Kawaguchi Lake’ is one of five large bodies of water making-up Fujigo…
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Chureito Pagoda

Relatively unknown until recent years, Chureito Pagoda is part of the small Arakura S…
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Oshino Hakkai

Oshino Hakkai is a reconstructed traditional village centred around eight naturally o…
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Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine

Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine is one of many around Fuji dedicated to the Shinto goddess,…
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Itchiku Kubota Art Museum

The Itchiku Kubota Art Museum profiles the life and work of textile artist Itchiku Ku…
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Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station

Located around 2300 metres above sea level, the Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station is the h…
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Fuji-Q Highland

Located in the shadow of Mount Fuji, Fuji-Q Highland is one of Japan’s most popular a…
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Hot Springs of Hakone

Known as ‘onsen’ in Japanese, Hakone is one of Japan’s most famous hot spring areas. …
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Hakone Tozan Railway

Running from Hakone-Yumoto Station – in central Hakone – to Gora Station, the Hakone …
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Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

The Komagatake Ropeway is one of two in Hakone – along with the aptly named Hakone Ro…
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Hakone Ropeway

Running from Sounzan Station to Togendai Station, the Hakone Ropeway connects visitor…
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Owakudani

Accessible via the Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani is a dramatic volcanic zone, characteriz…
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Hakone Open-Air Museum

The Hakone Open-Air Museum mixes traditional indoor galleries and exhibition spaces w…
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POLA Museum of Art

Another of Hakone’s engaging art spaces, the POLA Museum of Art houses around 9500 wo…
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Okada Museum of Art

Opened in 2013, the Okada Art Museum is another museum displaying a notable private c…
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Ashinoko (Ashi Lake)

Lying in the caldera above Hakone, 'Ashinoko' or Ashi Lake, is known for its tranquil…
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Hakone Shrine

While many if not most people would not recgonise an image of the main complex, the H…
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Hakone Tokaido Checkpoint

Visitors interested in Japanese history are certain to have heard of the ‘Gokaido’ – …
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Hakone Venetian Glass Museum

Also referred to as the ‘Hakone Glass no Mori’, the museum showcases Venetian glasswa…
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Suntory Hakushu Distillery

Established in 1973, the pristine water flowing from the mountains are ideal for prod…
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MOA Museum of Art

Located in a beautiful location in Atami, Shizouka – around two hours from Tokyo – th…
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Kawaguchi Lake (Kawaguchiko) Onsen Area

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Sai Lake (Saiko) Area

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Shoji Lake (Shojiko) Area

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Motosu Lake (Motosuko) Area

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Yamanaka Lake (Yamanakako) Area

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Mt Fuji (Fujisan) Station Area

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Gotemba Station Area

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Shin-Fuji Station Area

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Hakone Onsen: Hakone-Yumoto Station Area

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Hakone Onsen: Gora Station Area

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Hakone Onsen: Ashinoko (Ashi Lake) Area

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Hakone Onsen: Sengokuhara Area

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Travel Tips

(General / Tips)

Culinary Adventures in Hakone : What to Eat

Hakone is known for its hot springs ( Onsen ) and stunning scenic beauty of the surro…

(General / Tips)

Hakone is for Art Lovers

Hakone is a haven for any culture vultures out there due to its large collection of f…

(General / Tips)

Wellness and Relaxation in the Mountains of Hakone

Hakone is a popular destination for those seeking relaxation and comfort. Known for i…

(General / Tips)

Two Days in Hakone : How to Spend 48 Hours in Japan’s Mountainous Region

The mountainous landscape of Hakone is home to some amazing scenery and attractions. …

(General / Tips)

Where to See Mount Fuji in Hakone

The mountainous landscape of Hakone is home to some amazing scenery, and what makes t…

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