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YAMANASHI MAIN CITIES and TOWNS

Fujiyoshida, the largest city close to Mt Fuji. Fujiyoshida is the gateway for many people on their way to Mt Fuji from Tokyo.

Kawaguchiko (also known as Fujikawaguchiko) is the township on the edge of Kawaguchiko (lake). Kawaguchiko is a very popular destination for viewing Mt Fuji.

Kofu is the capital of Yamanashi Prefecture and is located close to Mt Fuji. Kofu attractions include Kofu Castle located within Maizuru Castle Park, Kai-Zenko Temple, Takeda Shrine, Yumura Spa and Yamanashi Science Museum.

YAMANASHI CASTLES

Kofu Castle, also known as Maizuru Castle, is a hilltop style Japanese Castle located in Kofu Yamanashi Prefecture. In 1583, after Toyotomi Hideyoshi unified Japan he ordered the construction of Kofu Castle. The construction of Kofu Castle was completed by Asano Nagamasa (Toyotomi's brother-in-law) and Nagamasa's son. After the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600, Kofu Castle came under the control of Tokugawa family, with whom control remained until the end of Tokugawa shogunate. When Kofu Castle was under the control of Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu it was repaired and the associated town was developed. In 1877 most of the Kofu Castle buildings were destroyed as a part of Meiji Restoration. Later Kofu Station was built within the area of main castle compound. Two turrets have been reconstructed using traditional techniques.

YAMANASHI SHRINES and TEMPLES

Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine is Mt Fuji oldest shrine. Fuji Omuro Sengen Shrine is located near Kawaguchiko.

Fuji Sengen Shrine, formerly known as Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja, is a Shinto Shrine dedicated to Mt Fuji, and historically the starting point for pilgrims climbing Mt Fuji. The main structure of Fuji Sengen Shrine was originally built in 788 and underwent reconstruction in the 17th century. The Fuji Sengen Shrine complex includes additional buildings: a shrine dedicated to Takeda Shingen (1521-1573), and a red torii gate at the entrance, which is taken down and rebuilt every "Fuji Year" (60 years).

Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine was bulit in 865 to enshrine the Konohana Sakuyahime goddess. Today the shrine is famous for the Chingono mai (the children dance) during the Magomi matsuri festival (April 25th). Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine is located near Kawaguchiko.

YAMANASHI MUSEUMS and ART GALLERIES

Kawaguchiko UKAI Music Box Museum features old music boxes and assorted automatic musical instruments. Kawaguchiko UKAI Music Box Museum is located near Kawaguchiko.

Mt. Fuji Radar Dome Museum is a tribute to the meteorologists who built a radar research facility at the summit of Mt Fuji. Mt. Fuji Radar Dome Museum features a room which simulates the conditions at the summit of Mt Fuji.

YAMANASHI LANDMARKS

Hirano Panorama-dai is one the top locations for viewing Mt Fuji. Hirano Panorama-dai is located 100m above Lake Yamanaka is located near the base of Mt Fuji.

JR–Maglev Research Centre (also known as the Yamanashi Maglev Test Line) is where Japan Rail conducts research into new high speed trains (Shinkansen) based on Magnetic Levitation technology.

Koyotembodai Rest House is one of the best locations for viewing Mt Fuji. Koyotembodai Rest House is located to the North of Mt Fuji, not far from Lake Saiko.

Mikasa-touge (Misaka Mountain Pass) is considered to be one of the best locations for viewing Mt Fuji. This locations is probably best accessed by car.

Mt Fuji 5th Station (Kawaguchiko) is the 5th point on the walk up Mt Fuji from the Kawaguchiko side. Outside of winter this location is visited by many tour buses.

Ubuyagasaki on the edge of Kawaguchiko (Lake Kawaguchi) is considered to be one of the best locations for viewing Mt Fuji. Ubuyagasaki is popular and famous for its cherry trees which are used to frame Mt Fuji in photographs. cherry blossom is normally out at Ubuyagasaki in the middle of April.

YAMANASHI GARDENS and PARKS

Lake Yamanaka Forest Park of Literature consists of Mishima Yukio Litereture Museum, Tokutomi Soho Memorial Museum along with a park all located near Lake Yamanaka close to Mt Fuji.

Hana-no-miyako Park is filled by beautiful flowers all year round in a 300,000 sqm area which is 1000 meter above the sea level. Hana-no-miyako Park is located near Lake Yamanaka close to Mt Fuji.

Oboshi Park, located in Minamikomagun in Yamanashi Prefecture, is most famous for its cherry blossom being considered one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.

Oishi Park is one of the best spots to view Mt Fuji. The view from Oishi Park consists of Mt Fuji in the background, Kawaguchiko (Lake) in the mid ground and the lavender of Oishi Park in the foreground. The lavender blooms from the middle of June to the middle of July, which it means it is unlikely that Mt Fuji will have a snow cap.

YAMANASHI TOURIST INFORMATION CENTERS

Fujiyoshida Visitor Centre in Fujiyoshida is located next to Fujisan Train Station. Fujiyoshida Visitor Centre provides information on Fujiyoshida, Mt Fuji and the surrounding area.

YAMANASHI MONUMENTS

Chureito Peace Pagoda is built on a hilltop facing Mt Fuji near Fujiyoshida. Chureito Peace Pagoda offers an excellent view of Mt Fuji and is a popular place to take photographs.

YAMANASHI THEATRES and CONCERT HALLS

Kawaguchiko Monkey Performance Theater is one of the many attractions around Kawaguchiko, which is located close to Mt Fuji.

YAMANASHI LAKES and BAYS

Kawaguchiko (lake) is a very popular destination for viewing Mt Fuji, particularly in cherry blossom, as it is considered one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.

Lake Motosu is the ninth deepest lake of Japan, at 140 meters. Motosu lake, along with Lake Saiko and Lake Shojiko, was formed by lava flowing across what is now Aokigahara Jukai Forest and into the enormous lake that once dominated the area, and these three lakes remain still connected by underground waterways.

Lake Saiko, also known as the Western Lake (in reation to Mt Fuji). The western side of Lake Saiko shares its banks with the Aokigahara Jukai Forest.

Lake Shoji is the smallest of the Fuji Five Lakes which surround Mt Fuji. Remnants of lava flow still jut out of the water. Locals usually fish from these rocks.

Lake Yamanaka is located near the base of Mt Fuji, with its unobstructed views of Mt Fuji mean it is a very popular location to view and photograph Mt Fuji.

YAMANASHI AMUSEMENT PARKS

Fuji-Q Highland is amusement park with a variety of attractions suitable for adults and children. Home to the one of the world's fastest roller coasters and features views of Mt Fuji. Fuji-Q Highland is located in Fujiyoshida.

YAMANASHI ONSEN

Fuji Chobo-no-yu Yurari is the famous Onsen where you can enjoy views of Mt Fuji while soaking in a hot Japanese bath. Fuji Chobo-no-yu Yurari is located near Kawaguchiko.

Lake Yamanaka Onsen Benifuji-no-yu is a famous Onsen (Japanese bath house), located next to Lake Yamanaka, where you can view Mt Fuji while relaxing in an Onsen.

YAMANASHI TRAIN STATIONS

Fujiyoshida Station services Fujiyoshida, the largest city close to Mt Fuji. Excellent view of Mt Fuji can be made from the station's platform.

Kawaguchiko Station has one of the best views in Japan. From the platform at Kawaguchiko Station there are unobstructed views of Mt Fuji. Kawaguchiko Station is the closest station to Kawaguchiko and main stopping point for people coming to view Mt Fuji.

YAMANASHI CABLE and ROPEWAYS

Tenjo-Yama Park Mt. Kachi Kachi Ropeway (officially know as Kawaguchiko Mt. Tenjo Ropeway) is an aerial lift that climbs from the edge of Kawaguchiko (Lake) to the observatory on Mt Kachi Kachi. The observatory provides views of Mt Fuji and the Aokigahara forest.