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Recreation(Fujikawaguchiko Area)
Saiko Iyashino-Sato Nenba (Healing Village)
Nenba, standing on the shores of Lake Sai with the stunning Mt. Fuji as a backdrop, was once an area lined with thatched roof houses. Nowadays however, that image has all but disappeared. So with the aim of reviving that traditional Japanese scene of a thatched roof village, Fujikawaguchiko-machi has restored 23 thatched roof houses and created Saiko Iyashino-Sato Nenba (Healing Village). The first stage was opened on July 15th, 2006. The village has a variety of facilities for everyone to enjoy. The aim is to have something in each individual building such as traditional craft making activities, museums and galleries, shops selling local products, cafes and restaurants etc.
Kawaguchiko Area Tour Retro Bus
Kawaguchiko Town and a local bus company, Fuji Kyuko co.LTD, worked together and started this tour bus business in the spring of 2005 so that visitors can enjoy many sightseeing spots around Lake Kawaguchiko efficiently. Around Lake Kawaguchiko, there are many recommended sightseeing spots. This tour retro bus stops at Kawaguchiko herb-kan, Kawaguchiko Bijyutukan (Kawaguchiko Museum of Art), Ukai Orgel no Mori Bijyutsukan (Ukai Orgel Museum), Ymanashi Houseki Bijyutsukan (Ymanashi Gem Museum), and so on. The tickets of unlimited riding for 2days are good deal. There is also the tour retro bus which runs in Lake Saiko and Aokigahara area.
Kawaguchiko Natural Living Center
The facilities offer an array of products such as jam-making, dessert and souvenirs, all with "blueberry" as the central theme. Visitors can take on the challenge of making blueberry and other fruit preserves in the hands-on jam-making class. Fresh blueberries can even be picked in season. The most popular souvenir is handmade blueberry jam. The view of Mt. Fuji is one of the best in the Lake Kawaguchi area.
The facility represents the town of herbs, Kawaguchiko that herbs are growing on the lakeside. You should enjoy not only the beautiful scenery of the lake, but also the natural blessing of herb. Herb is the “Sweet Magic” which is gifted by nature. It provides you good health and relaxation. Take herb around you. The hall has a vast collection of herb products and, on the 2nd floor, a hands-on wreath and pressed flower craft-making corner.
The museum exhibits music boxes and mechanical music instruments of global historic value: the world‘s largest dancing organ or orchestrion which were supposed to get on the Titanic. A symphonic orchestra performed by a quartet invited from the Czech Republic can be enjoyed at the concert hall. The rose garden is a fantastic miracle world. Enjoy the several kinds of Old Rose ,which have been being loved by royal families. For each season, different kinds of flowers bloom in the garden.At the museum shop, you can buy souvenirs including memorable goods and at the Restaurant Riverjyu, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the beautiful garden. Discover something new in this museum, which will surly satisfy you.
We have 3 skating Rinks including “the Crystal Lagoon Rink.” You can go skating on the rink which is surrounded by an observation wheel or one which is used for official competitions. All levels are welcome. Yu can go skating with Mt. Fuji in the background during the day, and with being surrounded by illuminations after the sun has gone down. At Fuji-Q Highland, staff members give free ice skating lessons everyday. Beginners are more than welcome. The instructors teach visitors step by step, starting with the basics, so that anyone can lighthearted give skating a try. Lessons are given twice a day, at 10:00am and 2:00pm (for about 30 minutes each). Reception is at the shoe rental in front of the Crystal Lagoon Rink.
With a collection of roller coasters listed in the Guiness Book of World Records -- Eejanaika, with the most inversions in the world, Fujiyama, the king of roller coasters, and Dodonpa -- Thomas Land and other theme parks based on popular characters, various ice skating rinks including a 400m speedskating rink with the world's largest ice area, and a variety of restaurants, the amusement park can be enjoyed by a wide range of age groups.
The resort extending over the foot of Mt. Fuji has a park exclusively for snowboarding, seven slopes to entertain beginner to advanced skiers, and four lifts. Just two hours from the metropolitan area affords a magnificent view. "Chibikko (Kids) Island" for family visitors is complete with a sled slope and tubing course. This facility is safe and fun even for small children. There are many events for each season. On “Christmas in Fuji-ten” which is hugely popular event, kids can go treasure hunting and play bingo game. If you wear a costume of Santa Claus during that event, you will get a free lift ticket. Automatic ticket checkers were installed, which allow you to get on and off the lift easily with IC tip lift ticket. You can also have fun during the summer. Mid-July through mid-August, the ski slope turns into “Lily Park” which are full -filled with lilies. 70 different species, a million roots, and 6 million flowers with great view of Mt. Fuji will entertain you. May through November, you can enjoy grass skiing and other outdoor sports.
Lake Motosu Sightseeing Boat Moguran
One Moguran boat is in operation ON the beautiful azure lake, Motosuko. It is shaped like a submarine, but it cannot submerge. The name MOGURAN means that I do not submerge. Lake Motosu is the deepest and very transparent among the Fuji Five Lakes. On the 1st floorinside the boat, you can enjoy the vie from under water through the window. There is a pipe phone which connects the deck on the 2nd floor and the inside of the boat, which is very popular with kids. You will feel like a sailor. If the weather is nice, the great view of the Mt. Fuji will be there. It is 30 minutes sailing and the operation is every 45 minutes: it is operated every 40 minutes during the Golden week (a week-long vacation around the end of spring).
The park spreads to the west of Nenba Minshuku on the shores of Lake Sai, surrounded in the Aokigahara Forest ‘sea of trees.' It is home to about 60 species of wild birds including the Varied Tit, the Meadow Bunting and the Japanese White-eye. The sea of trees gallery within the park has an exhibit corner with documents and photographs of animals in the area, and a bird-watching room equipped with telescopes. Bird feeders are placed throughout the park so that visitors can watch the birds resting their wings. A different facet of the park can be enjoyed each season, such as the gardening festival in summer, the mushroom festival in autumn, and the frosted trees festival in winter.
Fuji Motosuko Resort (Shibazakura Park)
A facility opened in April 2008 that offers a view of about 700,000 shibazakura (moss phlox) plants. Varieties range from Mont Blanc (white) to Tamanonagare (light pink) to common pink and McDaniel's Cushion (dark pink) to Scarlet (red). There are restaurants and stores.
Yamanakako Community Plaza Kirara
The local neighbors and tourists gather here and learn environmental education, and can also exercise by sporting activity. Tthe community Plaza“Kirara” was established based on these themes. “Pitch” is the soccer field which is made of artificial turf, and “Hiroppa” is the open space with night lighting for baseball games. “Harappa”of the natural grass open space, tennis courts, and a gate ball place let you play several sports. Around the fields, there is a cycling road and you can circle Lake Yamanakako. The promenade near water is surrounded by wood deck so you will walk around with enjoying the babbling stream. At the multipurpose hall for outside events, “Hibiki,” you will have the spectacular full frontal view of Mt.Fuji and Kawaguchiko. The hall united with Nature will give several events wonderful atmosphere. This place is well known for the photographing spot of “Diamond Fuji” which is Mt. Fuji with the sun on the top of it, and popular with people who like taking photos.
Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park Mt. Kachi Kachi Ropeway
In just three minutes, the ropeway climbs from Kawaguchiko-han Station at an altitude of 856m to Fujimidai Station at an altitude of 1,075m. Here, visitors can take in the panoramic view of Mt. Fuji down to its skirts where Lake Kawaguchi lies, which is known to be the most breathtaking in Japan. On the observation tower is the heart-shaped Bell of Tenjo, the perfect spot for taking photographs opposite Mt. Fuji. Operating interval 5 - 10 minutes Travel time 3 minutes
This is a short golf course located within the hotel's premises.
Lakeside Promenade (Lake Kawaguchi)
The promenade is situated along the rim of Lake Kawaguchi between Koumi Park and Shikkogo Park. It streches over a distance of 1.6km. Offerings include literary monuments, and evening primrose in summer.
The dog theme park has gathered 230 dogs of 70 breeds from around the world. Visitors can play with dogs at the Dog Rental booth and Fureai (Petting) House, and enjoy dog shows. Other attractions include a jumbo slide and steam locomotive (SL) forest train. Tasty German-style "local beer" can also be enjoyed at Sylvans, the restaurant adjoining the park. Visitors may bring their own dog to the facilities for a fee.
Facilities accommodate 50 visitors, with parking available. Bowling alley has 10 lanes. Billard tables are also available.
Facilities include a café, game corner, and 20 lanes.
The facility is located within the Fuji-Q Highland amusement park. Bowling alley has 20 lanes.
Jukai (Sea of Forest) Walking Trail Course
Sightseeing spots from starting point to destination: Nenba Minshuku, Wild Bird's Park, Ryugu Lava Cave, Bat Cave, Saiko Minshuku The trail's autumn leaves and caves are best between early October and early November.
The artistic bunker-rich woodland course has 27 holes.
Oxy Club Paraglider School (Fujikgoko School)
There is a club house and a shuttle bus. Reserve 3 days in advance.
Oshino Sky Sports Club (Hang Gliding)
The club comprises a hang glider school that offers hands-on flights in a two-seat craft for visitors aged 4 and older.
Designated a national park on February 1, 1936 (Ministry of Home Affairs Notification No.32). The total area is 121,848ha. Of this area, 36,742ha (30.1%) lies in Yamanashi Prefecture. Related municipalities are Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minobu-cho, Fujiyoshida City, Oshino-mura, Yamanakako-mura, Narusawa-mura and Nishikatsura-cho. Major attractions are active volcanoes, the Aokigahara "sea of trees," the pure spruce forest, the Fuji cherry blossoms and the Japanese Dormouse.
Cherry Picking (Fujikawaguchiko-machi)
Please confirm in advance.
The sightseeing plantation offers blueberry picking.