Lake Kawaguchi

Name: Lake Kawaguchi
Address: Lake Kawaguchi, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi, Japan
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (200)・Natural Feature・Establishment

Lake Kawaguchi is one of the Fuji Five Lakes, located at the base of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture. It is famous for its beautiful views of the mountain, especially when the water reflects its image.

The lake changes with the seasons, with cherry blossoms in spring, green landscapes in summer, colorful leaves in autumn, and snow-covered scenery in winter.

Visitors can enjoy activities like boating, fishing, and cycling. The Fuji Panoramic Ropeway offers a great view from above, and places like the Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum add to the experience.

The lake is easy to reach from Tokyo by direct buses and trains to Kawaguchiko Station. Many hot spring resorts in the area let visitors relax while enjoying views of Mount Fuji.

What other travelers are saying about Lake Kawaguchi

The beauty of the Lake is magnified by the backdrop of Mt. Fuji, the vast blue sky and the lovely breezes. The blueberry tea in the souvenir shop is a good company to this scenic splendour!

Dylan Danny

Jul 30, 2025

Amazing views even if Mt. Fuji was shy today. Oishi Park offers nice views of the lake as well as a gift shop and ice cream. The cremia on the second floor was amazing. Creamy and not overly sweet. A definite must!!

The lake is stunning. The lake is so blue. Very relaxing. U can take the cruise out or paddler the Swan boat to see the lake.

I could see how beautiful and astonishing this place is, but you need to be at different angles not at the main car park as it’s way too crowded And i don’t think this spot has ever quiet Avoid this spot and go explore around by your own

We have been twice and the second time was a much better experience. We did a tour bus the first time and I recommend driving if you can because it was much faster. The small paper shop tucked behind the main gift shop was very nice and had beautiful things.