Three Ways to Travel from Lake Kawaguchi to Tokyo

Option1: Train

How to Travel from Tokyo to Lake Kawaguchi by Train

Traveling from Tokyo to Lake Kawaguchi offers breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and is a must-do for anyone visiting Japan. Here’s how you can make the trip from Shinjuku Station to Lake Kawaguchi, with the lake being just about a 15-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station.

Step 1: Getting to Shinjuku Station

Your journey to Lake Kawaguchi starts from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo. This station is a major hub and is accessible by multiple transportation lines throughout Tokyo.

Step 2: Choosing Your Train

From Shinjuku, there are primarily two ways to reach Kawaguchiko Station in Yamanashi Prefecture:

1. Fujikyu Railway’s Fuji Excursion (Fujikyu Kaiun)
2. Using JR Chuo Line and Fujikyu Railway Line

Let’s explore both options:

Option 1: The Fujikyu Railway’s Fuji Excursion（富士回遊）

For those looking for a quick and comfortable ride, the Fujikyu Railway’s Fuji Excursion is highly recommended. This direct express service takes about 2 hours and costs ¥4,130. The train used is the E353 series, which is the successor to the E351 series previously used on the Super Azusa. It’s also utilized on the Azusa and Kaiji lines. Each seat is equipped with a table and an outlet, making it convenient for business use or simply relaxing during your trip.

The Fuji Excursion only departs from Shinjuku in the morning.

Option 2: JR Chuo Line and Fujikyu Railway Line

Alternatively, you can take the JR Chuo Line from Shinjuku to Otsuki Station. From Otsuki, you will need to transfer to the Fujikyu Railway Line which will take you to Kawaguchiko Station. This route may involve a transfer but allows you to experience a variety of landscapes along the way.

Final Steps: Arriving at Lake Kawaguchi

Once you arrive at Kawaguchiko Station, Lake Kawaguchi is just a short walk away. The area offers various attractions, including boat rides, lakeside walks, and, of course, spectacular views of Mount Fuji.

Whether you choose the direct express or enjoy the scenic route with a transfer, traveling from Tokyo to Lake Kawaguchi by train is an experience filled with scenic beauty and cultural immersion.

Option2: Highway Bus

The express bus is the cheapest and most convenient transportation method to Kawaguchiko. There are numerous departures from major bus terminals within Tokyo.

Buses departing from Tokyo Station and Shinjuku Station take about 2 hours and cost approximately 2,000 yen. The buses to Kawaguchiko also stop at Fuji-Q Highland.

Tokyo Bus Stops for Kawaguchiko list.

• Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal | SEBT
• Tokyo Station
• Akihabara
• Shibuya Station
• Shibuya Mark City
• Ikebukuro Station

Option3: Taxi

From Tokyo Station to Kawaguchiko Station by taxi, it costs about 50,000 yen and takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.