Things to do in Gotemba

Chose to visit the Mount Fuji Instagram-famous spots on Trip.com's recommendation, and I couldn't have asked for a more relaxing and enjoyable experience. The itinerary included memorable locations such as Arakurayama Sengen Park, Hikawa Clock Shop, Oshino Hakkai, Kawaguchiko Lawson, and Lake Kawaguchi Oishi Park—each offering its own breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji. Our tour guide (Hikari) truly made the trip special: not only was he friendly, but he was also impressively patient throughout the day, making sure everyone felt comfortable and had enough time to enjoy each spot. The pace of the tour was just right, allowing for leisurely sightseeing and ample opportunities for taking photos—perfect for capturing those Instagram-worthy moments!If you're considering this day trip, I recommend bringing your camera and a light jacket, as weather around Mt. Fuji can change. The service from Trip.com was smooth and easy, making the whole experience stress-free.

Mt. Fuji Day - Everything went incredibly smoothly! I went out to catch the pre-booked bus to Mt. Fuji. I had allowed plenty of time because the travel guides said the boarding point was particularly difficult to find, but it turned out to be very close to my hotel; I just turned the corner and arrived! [Applause] After boarding, I found my seat was in the first row, with an unobstructed view of the bus window right in front of me! [Wink] Probably due to the excellent visibility around Mt. Fuji, there was absolutely no traffic that day. I woke up to find Mt. Fuji completely unobstructed before my eyes! [Please] So happy... A year ago, I watched Keko's "Neon Legend with Shoji" and was instantly captivated by the Mt. Fuji cycling experience... I included it as a must-do on this trip, and God was really kind to me, allowing me to fulfill my dream without any regrets TT I cycled along, stopping frequently, and randomly grabbed many people to take photos for me. Surprisingly, this shrine wasn't mentioned in the travel guides for Lake Yamanaka. I found it on the map myself and went to visit it; it's absolutely gorgeous... so beautiful that I went back there to sit after my afternoon bike ride, truly moved to tears by its beauty. After visiting in the morning, I was about to leave but decided to take a photo, so I went back to "catch" some people. I caught a group of Japanese guys, and after some semi-obstacles communication, I got a pretty good Polaroid photo and a travel photo that made me look taller. But I don't know if my reaction wasn't as enthusiastic as they expected, as they kept asking, "Is this okay?" Dude! The photo you took of me is one of the better ones taken by the others after me! Passing by Shiratori Beach, I saw swans and happened to meet a Japanese couple whose dog was about to fight with the swans—it was hilarious! In the end, the dog was forcibly dragged away by its owner. I then asked the woman to take a photo of me with the swans, and in the final picture, I realized how timid I looked! And then, my absolute favorite Polaroid photo from this trip! A group of girls who were also cycling stopped to admire the scenery. I went up to them and asked them to take a picture of me cycling on Mount Fuji. The composition was perfect, the image was perfect, and there was no overexposure. There was even a gust of wind blowing my hair. Oh, I admired the picture for a long time after taking it [smiling face][smiling face][smiling face]. Out of politeness, I also asked if she needed me to take a picture of them. She happily handed me her phone, and then I realized that a couple behind them were also with them. They were a family! So I took a picture of the five of them cycling with Mount Fuji in the background. One of the girls was very surprised when she saw the photo and kept saying "sugoi sugoi" [winking face]. When we said goodbye, all five of them rode over on their bicycles and gave me a high five. Oh my... I was in a really good mood [back to school season]. Also, while queuing for a restaurant where you can eat while looking at Mount Fuji, I met an adorable dog. I saw its little hat and asked the owner if it was its birthday. The owner said no, it was a carp's purse. It sounded familiar, but my brain didn't immediately register it. So I tried searching to see what holiday it was, and then the owner saw me and jokingly asked if I didn't know what "鯉のぼり" (koi no bori) was [crying emoji]. He then explained it to me in the simplest terms: it's Japanese Children's Day, but it's only for boys? The koi on the chest is a blessing. This shop definitely has a great view, and the pancakes are huge!

Lake Ashi is beautiful. This time, I saw Mount Fuji every day. The blue sky and white clouds offered a distant view of Mount Fuji, and I could also see the Hakone Shrine floating on the water. According to the introduction, Lake Ashi is the most beautiful crater lake in Hakone.

Oshino Hakkai is a charming town surrounded by stunning scenery, with a clear view of Mt. Fuji from the village. The history of this place is fascinating, especially the crystal-clear ponds, which are incredibly beautiful. The water is cold and clean, and we enjoyed watching trout swimming around, making it an unforgettable experience. We also tried some local food, including grilled fish, fresh fruit, and sweet treats. Additionally, we purchased some souvenirs at very reasonable prices. Absolutely love this place!

I've been here last autumn season and I really love the place.

Lake Kawaguchi in Japan is one of the most famous tourist attractions around Mount Fuji. Here are some reasons to recommend it: Beautiful natural scenery • Reflection of Mount Fuji: Lake Kawaguchi is one of the best places to view Mount Fuji. In clear and windless weather, Mount Fuji will be clearly reflected in the lake, forming the famous "reverse Fuji" scene, which is magnificent. • Beautiful scenery in four seasons: Lake Kawaguchi is rich in nature, and the scenery varies throughout the year. Cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring; lavender and hydrangeas bloom in summer; maple leaves turn red on the lakeside in autumn, contrasting with Mount Fuji; covered with snow in winter, it is like a fairy tale world. Rich cultural landscapes and activities • Featured museums: There are many museums around Lake Kawaguchi, such as the Kubota Itchiku Museum, which displays kimonos and traditional gardens, the Kawaguchiko Museum of Art, which displays works with the theme of Mount Fuji, and the Kawaguchiko Music Box Forest, which specializes in musical instruments, which can meet the cultural and artistic needs of different tourists. • Theme Parks: The bus will stop at various theme parks, such as Fuji-Q Highland and Thomas Land, which have various thrilling roller coasters, suitable for tourists who like exciting rides and parent-child play. • Traditional Festivals: There is the Mount Fuji-Kawaguchiko Cherry Blossom Festival in mid-April, and the night lights illuminate the cherry trees on the north shore; the Kawaguchiko Vanilla Festival from late June to mid-July, the lakeside is dyed with purple lavender into gorgeous colors; the Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival in November, you can enjoy the traditional beauty of Mount Fuji with maple leaves all over the ground. Leisure and entertainment experience • Hot spring bathing: There are many hot spring hotels and hot spring baths around Kawaguchiko, such as Kawaguchiko Onsenji Open-air Bath No Yado Yumedono, etc. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of Mount Fuji while soaking in hot springs. • Water activities: In Kawaguchiko, you can experience water sports such as boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, etc., and feel the fun of water. • Mountaineering and hiking: There are many hiking routes around Kawaguchiko, suitable for tourists of different physical levels. You can also take a cable car to the top of Tenjoyama to enjoy the magnificent view of Kawaguchiko and Mount Fuji. Convenient transportation It is very convenient to get to Kawaguchiko from Tokyo. You can choose to take the JR Chuo Line from Shinjuku Station to Otsuki Station and then transfer to other transportation; you can also take a bus from Shinjuku Express Bus Terminal directly to Kawaguchiko Station, the whole journey takes less than 2 hours.

The time for visiting Sengokuhara can be controlled within half a day. It is not far from the hotels in the city. After visiting, you can experience the basic hot springs in Hakone. There are many people there, so it is okay to go early. There are actually not many local people in this place, and it is mainly tourists.

Very beautiful snow mountain, Just as people described before, Like an inverted fan, Very beautiful. First, I looked down at the mountain from the plane, The picture was very clear, The air felt very clean, There was no pollution in the atmosphere, So the mountain was also very beautiful. Then I climbed the mountain in person near Shizuoka. It is said that there are deer and bears on the mountain, People and nature coexist, I feel very good when I climb this mountain, The natural and harmonious scenery makes people linger.

another beautiful scenery, just walking around with family and friends already taken many many photos there with the mountain

This is the street leading to Mount Fuji. At the end of the road is Mount Fuji, which is integrated with the Japanese streetscape, making people feel infinitely close yet untouchable. It is so peaceful here, like a ladder to the clouds. Walking through it is a unique experience. It is also a popular check-in spot on Xiaohongshu and Instagram, and is very suitable for filming!