Best Spots With Great Nature In Yamanashi

Beautiful Mt. Fuji Over The Lake KawaguchiLake Kawaguchi

Though it was cloudy, we could see Mt. Fuji beautifully. As we see, it's cool from wherever we see it. Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, they are very stunning.

Too Beautiful ReflectionLake Yamanaka

Lake Yamanaka has the largest area among the Fuji Five Lakes. It is also one of the best viewing points for Mt. Fuji. There are various photo spots, but this place where Mt. Fuji reflects is popular with photographers.

Blessing From Mt.Fuji! Mysterious Cobalt Blue Springs Of Oshino HakkaiOshino Hakkai (Eight Ponds)

Oshino Hakkai is spring water from Mt.Fuji. The spring water is breathtakingly beautiful as to see the all fish and the bottom of the pond. Here is a place of belief together with Mt.Fuji since the old times, and a precious site for the local people.◎Access: 15min by car from Kawaguchiko IC of Chuou Speedway

Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko and KochiaOishi Park

Kochia in full bloom. The collaboration with Mt. Fuji is a superb view. Next to Oishi Park, there are ❲ Hana Terrace ❳ various shops where you can have lunch while looking at Mt. Fuji. The croissants are crispy and delicious. There are many kinds such as cream, red bean paste, and chocolate. There are also cafes such as Shine Muscat Parfait, so I get lost. I'm also happy that dogs are allowed on the terrace seats.

The View Of Mt. Fuji From Amari-yama MountainMt. Amari

You can go up to the high of Amari-yama Mountain, and see Mt. Fuji in the distance after climbing a little. Under the good condition, you can see the sea of clouds, town, and Mt. Fuji at the same time.

Mt. Fuji And SunriseShoji Lake

We can see the beautiful collaboration of Mt. Fuji and the sun rises above Shoji Lake. There're sometimes so many clouds that you can't see them clearly, so it'll be better to visit here many times.◎Chu'ou Speed Way: 18km from Kawaguchiko IC, 30km from Ichinomiyamisaka IC, or 19km from Kofu Minami IC. Higashi Fujigoko Speed Way: 18.5km from Fujiyochida IC.

Nanatsugama Five-Level Falls And Autumn Colored Leaves Nishizawa Valley

Nishizawa Valley is a famous spot to see autumn colors in Yamanashi. The circumference is 10 kilometers and it takes 3 or 4 hours walk, so you need appropriate outfit! I enjoyed beautiful nature of Nishizawa Valley, and went to the innermost Nanatsugama Five Level Falls. There're many other waterfalls on the way. And, the scenery of autumn colors and falls is breathtakingly beautiful. ◎Best season for autumn colors is from the late October to the early November. The road is bad and up-and-down, so just sneaker is not sufficient.

Mt. Fuji And A Whole View Of Nature Around ItMotosu Lake

I was impressed with Mt. Fuji and a whole view of great nature at Motosu Lake. The beautiful blue color of the lake is one of the biggest highlight. If you visit in the good season, you can see Diamond Fuji (Mt. Fuji with the sun located at the top of it) here.

The Yellow Bridge With Proud Mountain View In Yamanashi Pref.Yatsugatake Kogen Ohashi Bridge

On the National Route 141, you can find Yatsugatake Kogen Bridge, commonly known as Yellow Bridge. From the bridge, you can see great nature in winter such as Yatsugateke, Kaikomagadake, Mt.Fuji, which are proud mountains in Yamanashi Prefecture.◎Fresh greens and autumn colors are also nice. Access: 15min by car from Nagasaka IC of Chu'ou Highway

Admired As The Most Beautiful In Japan! A Valley Designated As A Scenic SpotShosen Valley

Shosen-kyo Valley is said to be the most beautiful valley in Japan. Kakuen-bou, a rock mountain where a priest Kakuen trained in old times, and Senga Waterfall, there're many places worth seeing.

At The Foot Of Mt.Fuji, A World Cultural Heritage. Exploration Of Lava Cave In Aokigahara ForestAokigahara Forest

Fuji Fuketsu (a lava tunnel)' designated as a natural treasure is located in Aokigahara Forest. In the cave, it's always kept 0℃ and has many mysterious icicles. I found many things that I had never knew in the explanation by the local guide! You can bring back the interesting stories.