We went last Thursday and it is was not crowded, so we had a blast. We are not really Thrill Seekers and got a free an entrance admission ticket, so payed for the attractions we wanted to do. If you Thinking about doing more than 3 just buy a regular basis ticket.
Thomas Land was a great time for our little one and the Attach on Titan-ride is very cool and a must do experience when you are at the parc. Beaware of the waiting times tough.
The Naruto Ride was a bit disappointing but the atmosphere of Konoha, Although its a small area, is really nice. The staff a Ichiraku Ramen are just the best. Really nice to the kids and helpful. Would give them alone 6 stars
So if you are in the area reserve a day for this parc there is something for everyone.
Fuji-Q Highland is an awesome amusement park and easily one of the best destinations in Japan for thrill seekers. The rides are incredibly intense, featuring some of the highest G-forces you’ll experience on any roller coaster. Many attractions are extremely fast, include sudden drops, and can be quite rough, with noticeable shaking and vibrations during the ride, which adds to the adrenaline rush.
Before visiting, make sure to check the official website for ride closures, as some of the major attractions are frequently under maintenance or temporarily unavailable. It can be disappointing to arrive and find your favorite coaster closed.
I would also strongly recommend avoiding rainy days. Several attractions may suspend operations during bad weather, and poor visibility takes away from the spectacular views of Mount Fuji. On a clear day, the scenery is beautiful and makes the experience even better.
Buying a Premium Pass is definitely worth considering. Wait times for the most popular rides can easily reach 1–1.5 hours, especially on weekends, holidays, and during the summer season. The pass saves a significant amount of time and allows you to experience more attractions in a single visit.
If you’re looking for pure thrills rather than immersive theming and entertainment, Fuji-Q Highland is arguably a better choice than Disney or Universal. While Disney and Universal excel at atmosphere, storytelling, and overall experience, Fuji-Q focuses on delivering intense coaster experiences, extreme G-forces, and adrenaline-pumping rides.
Overall, Fuji-Q Highland is an amazing park with world-class thrill rides, massive G-forces, and unforgettable experiences, but planning ahead, checking ride availability, avoiding rainy days, and investing in a Premium Pass can make a huge difference.
We came here around 11 on a Tuesday in mid-July. We took an express bus from Shinjuku. Note: if you can book the bus at least a day in advance; otherwise many of the morning busses fill up. The crowds at the park was light and most of the big coasters only had a 30 minute queue. The downside was that two of the big coasters were either partially or fully non-operational. Because many park goers are coaster enthusiasts, having two of the 4 coasters not working is no bueno. One of them, we actually got seated. They told us to get off and gave us a priority pass to get back on. That was at noon. The ride never opened again. For others coaster, it had two times where is was not operational. This caused the queues for it to be exorbitantly long. Again, no bueno. This resulted in the 4 star rating. Do more to make sure your attractions have maximum up time. Most of the coasters and other attractions were also running at half capacity as I could see the other coaster not in service. This reduces my chances of a future visit.
I visited Fuji-Q Highland as a day trip from Tokyo. We left Ueno at around 9:00 AM, took several train transfers to reach the park, stayed until it closed at 7:00 PM, and then took the limited express train back to Ueno.
The rides were fantastic, and we managed to experience five attractions during the day. However, the waiting times were incredibly long. Most of our time was spent standing in line rather than enjoying the park.
I wouldn’t recommend making such a long round trip from Tokyo just for Fuji-Q. After spending hours on trains and waiting in queues, we were completely exhausted by the time we got back to our hotel.
That said, if you’re already staying around the Mt. Fuji area, I think it’s definitely worth visiting. The rides are exciting, and the scenery is beautiful. Just be prepared for very long queues, especially on busy days.
Still can't believe I was at Fuji Q. An iconic park for any enthusiast. Operations were some to the strangest you'll find. From shopping baskets to exercises before riding make this a one of a kind. Had to buy a few fast pass tickets due to queues. Staff were all great with no communication issues. It is an amusement park so don't expect heavy theming. Pretty easy to access via the bus from Tokyo. Sadly due to the weather didn't get to see mount Fuji.
