Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park, also known as the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, is one of the most popular sightseeing destinations in the Lake Kawaguchi area, offering spectacular views of Mount Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi, and the surrounding Fuji Five Lakes region.
To access the park, you can take the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway as it ascends 400 meters to Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park summit. The ropeway cabins are themed around the “Kachi Kachi Yama” folk tale, a traditional Japanese story about a clever rabbit and a mischievous raccoon. You’ll find several rabbit and racoon statues located around the park area. As you ascend, you’ll hear the story narrated in Japanese and English. While purchasing a return ticket is the most popular way to ascend the hillside, you can purchase a one-way ticket and hike down the mountain, taking appoximately 30 minutes.
At the summit of the Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway, you can find a spacious obersvation deck, the viral Mt. Fuji Swing (Costs 500yen for about 2.5 minutes of swinging), and a small sweet shop stall.
Fuji Five Lakes Area
Top Attractions
Arakurayama Sengen Park
Iconic view of Mt.Fuji
Lake Kawaguchiko
Scenic lake with Mount Fuji views, hot springs, and activities.
Lake Motosu
Serene Lake overlooking Mt. Fuji
Oshino Hakkai
Scenic village with clear spring ponds and views of Fuji.
Lake Shoji
The smallest of the Fuji Five Lakes
Hours and Admission (Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway)
- Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (Last Descent at 5:20pm)
- Hours: 8:30am - 6:00pm (Last Descent at 6:20pm, from July 20th-August 31st)
- 1000JPY (Round-trip), 600JPY (One way)
- Average Time Spent: 30-60 minutes
- Official Website
Accessing Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park
To get to the Mt Fuji Panoramic ropeway, take the Omni Bus Red Line (Kawakuchi Line) from Kawaguchiko Station, to the ropeway base station. The journey is expected to take approximately 15 minutes.
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Where to Stay
Fuji Onsenji Yumedono
The luxurious Fuji Onsenji Yumedono is a relaxing and modern ryokan with private onsen, perfect for unwinding after a busy day of exploring
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Hotel Koryu
Japanese style hotel with stunning views of Lake Kawaguchiko, with indoor and baths and spacious rooms.
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Fuji View Hotel
Hotel located on the Kawaguchiko lakefront, offering beautiful views of Mount Fuji.
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