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How to get to Mt. Fuji Hostel Michael`s
from Fujisan Station
By Bus (From Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Bus Terminal)
Take the Chuo Highway Bus from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Fujisan Station. Please note that bus tickets can sell out quickly, particularly in the mornings and over the weekends. Therefore, it is advisable to purchase your ticket ahead of time, either online or at the bus station ticket office. We recommend securing your ticket at least a day in advance.
- From Tokyo Station
- From Shinjuku Bus Terminal
By Train (From Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station)
You can board either a limited express train or the JR Chuo Rapid from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station, alighting at Otsuki Station. From there, you will need to take the Fujikyu Line to Kawaguchiko and finally alight at Gekkouji Station.
Please be aware that the Fujikyu Railway is a local train line and separate payment for tickets is necessary as it does not accept the Japan Rail Pass or the JR East Pass. However, the JR Tokyo Wide Pass is accepted.
For those using the limited express train, please note that this is a reserved-seat-only train. Even if you hold a Japan Rail Pass, a seat reservation is still necessary. You can make this reservation at the ticket counter or kiosk once you reach the station.
How to get to Mt. Fuji Hostel Michael`s from Gekkouji Station
By Train (From Otsuki Station)
Upon reaching Otsuki Station, kindly follow the signs directing you to the Fujikyu Line. Please bear in mind that the Fujikyu Line is a local line, and the Japan Rail (JR) Pass is not accepted here. Therefore, you will need to purchase a separate ticket for this part of the journey. Board the train heading towards Kawaguchiko and disembark at Gekkouji Station.
Once you arrive at Gekkouji Station, exit the station and walk straight down the street for approximately 5 minutes. Our hostel is conveniently located on the left side of the street, on the 2nd floor of the building.
Access to Mt. Fuji Hostel Michael’s By Car
From Tokyo by Car
Take the Chuo Expressway and exit at the Otsuki Interchange. Follow signs for the Kawaguchiko Interchange. (It’s located on Rt. 139 near Fujikyu Highland Amusement Park.) After the toll booth, turn left onto Rt. 139 and turn left at McDonald’s. Mt. Fuji Hostel Michael’s is about a 5-minute drive from McDonald’s. (Refer to the map below for exact location.)
McDonald’s National Route 139 Fujiyoshida
Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal
Bus Timetable
- Fujisan-eki Sta. / Kawaguchiko Sta. ⇔ Mt. Fuji 5th Station
- Tokyo Station to Fujisan Ticket Link
- Shinjuku/Shibuya to Fujisan Ticket Link
Train Timetable
Mt Fuji Hostel Michael`s
Map
Hostel Phone: +81 (555) 72-9139 – in Japan (0555) 72-9139
Fax: +81 (555) 72-9159 – in Japan (0555) 72-9159
Mt. Fuji Hostel Email Address: mtfujihostel@mfi.or.jp
Mt. Fuji Hostel Web Site: mtfujihostel.com
Please try to arrive before 8:00 pm.
Local Area Activities
Fujiyoshida Fire Festival (吉田の火祭り)
The Fujiyoshida Fire Festival (吉田の火祭り) is celebrated at Fuji Sengen shrine on the last Thursday of August, announcing the close of the climbing season of Mt. Fuji. It has been named one of the three most peculiar festivals to still be celebrated in Japan. A torch is kindled at every house front in Fujiyoshida, and the city is then said to resemble a “sea of fire.” Soon after this festival, the summer climbing season of Mt. Fuji ends.
Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway (Kachi-Kachi Cable Car)
Great viewpoint of Mt.Fuji and Kawaguchiko Lake, 12 minutes by train (Kawaguchiko Station) or bus from our hostel. Open every day, and the round trip tickets are 700 yen for adults and 350 yen for children. You can also hike up the mountain (a 60-minute hike up).
Fuji-Q-Highland Amusement Park
Fuji-Q-Highland Amusement Park is well known as one of the most exciting amusement parks in Japan. 8 minutes by train from Gekkoji station. Fujiyama Onsen (hot spring) offers the relaxation of traditional Japan. Guests can enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji.
Onsens (Natural hot springs)
Fujiyama Onsen Resort
Fujiyama Onsen offers the relaxation of traditional Japan. Guests can enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji, and the blessings of the area through all five senses.
A free shuttle bus from Fujiyoshida station is available.
Fuji Sensui Onsen
Open from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm 800 yen. It is about 10 min by Taxi or 30-40 min walk from our Hostel. Discount tickets are available at the front desk of our Hostel.
Fujiten snow resort
Get the experience of Ski/snowboarding at Fujiten on Mt. Fuji!! Open from 5th December – 7th April.
30 Min. by car or 40 Min by train & taxi from our hostel!
Ice Cave and Wind Cave (Saiko Lake)
The wall of a cave is covered with ice in the cave made after lava flows.
The groundwater of Fuji which oozed from the ceiling between winter has made the pond of brilliant natural icicles and ice.
1 hour by train and bus from our hostel.
280yen/person for each cave. Open hours 8:00-16:00
Saiko Iyashi no sato (Healing village)
1 hour by bus and train from our hostel located in the Saiko Lake area.
Nostalgic Japanese homes come along with restaurants, historical exhibitions, souvenir shops
350yen/person
Open everyday 9:00-17:00
Hiking Trails
Kenashiyama Trail is between Kawaguchiko and Saiko, 20 minutes by bus from Kawaguchiko station to the starting point and 90 minutes to hike up to the top, 60 minutes to come back. You can also hike to Jyunigatake from the top of Mt.Kenashi (another 180min to the bottom)
Mitsu-Toge trail is one of the most popular hiking trails in the Kawaguchiko area.
30min by bus to the starting point and 180min to hike up to the top and 130min to come back.
There is also a walking trail that is connected to the Mitsutoge trail near our hostel.
It takes about 90min’ to start the point of the Mitsu-Toge trail from our hostel.
Mt. Fuji
The trail to the top of Mt.Fuji opens from July 1st to September 10th.
The bus to Fuji Subaru 5th station is from mid. April to early Nov.
Tickets are available at Mt Fuji (Fujisan) Station and Kawaguchiko station, about a 50-minute bus ride.
Local Eating and Drinking
Locations in Nishiura
