I just want to say, as somone who both lived in Japan and has visited almost yearly since I left (2009) these guides are top-notch. Some of the best on YT. I hope you get more subs. TY.
I appreciate this video so much in that it seems to be one of the few that does no shove JR Pass down our throats. Thank you so much for showing us different options.
Loved your video. Thanks for sharing. Would you recommend staying in Kawaguchiko or going for a day is plenty of time to have a bit of an explore. Will be there next month. Thanks
A day trip is usually more than enough for most people to explore the Kawaguchiko area. Overnight stays are often based around people wanting an onsen experience and would stay in the appropriate accommodation for that or to see Mount Fuji at sunrise
the itenerary is actually easy. it was my first time. got the highway bus from tokyo station. dropped by fuji-q then there is a roving free shuttle that goes to fuji station and kawaguchiko station. price is 2,200 yen one way as of april 23 2024
Update: I went to japan and used the highway bus from Tokyo to Fuji and I confirm that there is a ton of space for your luggage in the bus compartment.
Thank you @Tokyo Cheapo for all the information! Truly Helpful! I planning to go Japan next month and would be looking to do a day trip to Mt. Fuji from Tokyo. Do you know if there are any luggage storage options near Kawaguchiko Station?
If I already have a JR pass then I need to go to JR office shinjuku station to book seats on the train and pay for the other half of the journey? Or is this something I can do well in advanced online?
@@jamescc2010 I hope this reply doesn’t come too late. When I tried to book at the JR office the express train to kawaguchiko it was booked out. So I booked an express to Otsuki station (covered by JR), got off train and took a local train from Otsuki to Kawaguchiko (paid using IC). If you can manage to book all the way to kawaguchiko without having to get off the train, then payment for the non JR part of the trip is done on the train by staff is what I’m told
Hi, I want to get to Chureito Pagoda as well and to kawaguchiko as well. Which ticket should I buy? I prefer by Bus. Should I buy ticket from tokyo to Arakurayama Sengen park then continue to kawaguchiko?
Hello, what is included in JR Tokyo Wide Pass? For example, can I use it for train from airport to Tokyo and all local trains in Tokyo? Thanks for your info.
the bus it is best to book a round-way trip a few days before, as availability is hard to get. I booked the kawaguchiko bus few days before, and went to kawaguchiko and tried to book a bus back to tokyo, but bus tickets were sold out
thank you very much for the information, just booked my ticket i was stressing out alot about how to get there, its my first time traveling to japna and im scared to get lost.
Hello if i use fuji excursion train using jr pass, where i have to purchase fare for fujikyu railway portion ? At the kawaguchiko station after arrive or in advance before board the train at jr east office at shinjuku station ?
I’m going this November and have a JR pass. If I was to book when I arrive in Tokyo, can I stay on the express train from Shinjuku - Kawaguchiko and just pay the difference when I arrive Kawaguchiko or does the ticket between Otsuki and Kawaguchiko have to be pre purchased? Are there English speaking staff on the Mt. Fuji excursion and at Kawaguchiko station? Thank you.
I can't speak specifically here except to say you should be able to buy the specific section ticket in Shinjuku or rely on staff at the destination or a conductor on the train. Ticketing staff generally know enough English to help with purchases. If you can't obtain a ticket in Shinjuku, I would just get on the train and see what happens.
Hi, thanks for the explanation. I'm trying to figure out how to take the bus to Kawaguchiko Station from Akihabara Station, but I haven't find out in the links. Can anyone help please?
Hi.. i’ve booked and payed for shinjuku to kawaguchiko with fuji excursion on jr east website. but i only payed the ticket limited express since i have the jr pass. is this right? and also i want to ask, i bought the JR pass on their official website, they didn’t give the exchange order unlike the travel agent?
English isn’t spoken widely, but there are a lot of English resources, especially in and around the big cities like Tokyo. Google translate will definitely be the most useful translation tool to have
Amazing and clear, thank you very much! I saw someone suggesting renting bycicles to get around the 5 lakes. Would you suggest that? Or just hop on buses?? Thank you!
Glad you found the video helpful! The distance around all the 5 lakes is quite far, but renting bikes just for one lake, for example Kawaguchiko or Yamanakako, is a great way to see these spots at your own pace 😊
We are following your videos for our upcoming trip shortly. In your later videos you told it’s becoming so crowded, so what’s the best way to reach my fuji from Tokyo ?
Hey there! While the bus from Shibuya Mark City won't take you directly to Mount Fuji, you can catch a highway bus from Tokyo to one of the Fuji Five Lakes areas, like Kawaguchiko. From there, you can enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji.
The bus goes to the 5th station in winter but the route may be closed if there's heavy snow. At the end of November it should be fine but you can check at Kawaguchiko Station to see the status of the bus on the day.
I will be in Japan next week and already bought a tokyo wide pass but i can't reserve a seat from shinjuku to kawaguchiko, all seats are already reserved. Is there another way to reserve a seat?
Thank you so much for your video. We will travel to Japan from Australia and this is our first time ever in Japan. Would you mind to explain further how we have a reserved seat if we use bullet train to Fuji Mount, please? Many thanks Hanh
Hi there! Thanks for watching! If you're just buying individual tickets rather than using the JR Pass, you can book reserved seats on the smartEx website: smart-ex.jp/en/index.php If you're using the JR Pass and you bought it through the official website, you can use that website to reserve seats: japanrailpass.net/en/ You can also reserve seats at station ticket machines once you're in Japan 😊
thanks so much for your reply. The travel agent bought JR pass for us and I don't really know how it works when we fly to Japan next March because it will be extremely busy time ( Cherry blossom ). Is this ok to use JR Pass to go from Tokyo to Fuji Mount? Or I should buy a bus ticket?@@tokyocheapo
Hi, this was very helpful thank you. From Otsuki Station to Kawaguchiko station do I need to use Fujikyuko line? Is it possible to purchase Fujikyuko line tickets online?
That's correct 😊 You can use the Fujikyuko Line between Otsuki and Kawaguchiko. You'll need to purchase tickets on the day or you can also use Suica. Just note that if you use a limited express train, you'll need to also purchase an express ticket at the station as this is not covered by Suica. Here is the website for more details: e.fujikyu-railway.jp/
Hi! May I ask if I take the Fuji Excursion from Shinjuku to Shimoyoshida station, what is the cost? I can only find online from Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko which is as you mentioned Y4130 per trip. And if I do stop at Shimoyoshida station, do I continue to take the Fuji Excursion to Kawaguchiko station or other trains?
Hi there! Shinjuku to Shimoyoshida costs ¥3,940. We use this website to check the fares but unfortunately it is only in Japanese: www.jorudan.co.jp/ It will be cheaper to take a local train from Shimoyoshida to Kawaguchiko. You can either buy a ticket at the station or use an IC card.
Hi! @@tokyocheapo may i know if travel around from Shimoyoshida to Kawaguchiko and back to Shimoyoshida, how much is the train fare? take local train as well?
Hi! We'll be staying at Akihabara area and I saw in one of the slides that Akihabara is one of the areas where we can ride a bus to Kawaguchiko. Is this still true now? Thanks!
It's 310 yen from Kawaguchiko Station to Shimoyoshida Station (where Chureito Pagoda is located) one-way. You can pay for it with an IC card but just be careful not to get on the limited express train. There will be an additional fare on these trains that can't be payed for with IC cards.
It'll be quicker to go directly from Tokyo to the 5th Station but if you're staying around the Kawaguchiko area, you might want to catch the bus from Kawaguchiko Station.
Is Late January around 26th January 2024, a good time to visit Japan for the winter scenes? Or will our travel palns be disrupted because of the weather ? (Places: Tokyo, Nara, Osaka, Kyoto)
I would like go to Fuji by bus . Can i tske big luggage to the bus ? Should I Book in advance train tickets , While coming back from Fuji Station to Tokyo Station ? Thsnk You for replaying Weronika
Hi there! Most buses have storage underneath for large luggage but it's a good idea to check when you're booking the specific bus. We recommend booking train tickets in advance as it gets very busy between the Fuji area and Tokyo.
It really depends on what you’d like to see. If getting a good view of Mt. Fuji is your top priority then you’ll probably have more luck at Kawaguchiko. If you’re not as fussed about Mt. Fuji and just want a nice mountain escape then Hakone is a good spot. The main thing about Hakone is there’s a lot of different transport - pirate ship, ropeway, train etc. - which can be a lot of fun but it’s quite a long, tiring day if you do all of it. Hope that helps! 😊
@@joemama2899 Thanks for subscribing! 😊 You could very well do both. If you're skipping Kyoto but still want some shrines and temples, it may be worth checking out a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura as well.
Hi there! Here’s a timetable for the highway buses leaving from the 5th Station for Tokyo: www.highwaybus.com/gp/inbound/inbTimeTbl?lineId=110&upDownKbn=1&action=chUpDownKbn&year=2023&month=08&day=24&fromTime=00&toTime=24#direction The last bus is at 17:00.
IMO this is bad advice. 1. Decide if you want to go the night before (check the weather forecats). 2. Take commuter trains early 3. Arrive before it gets crowded 04:59 Tokyo station - 06:10 Takao station (JR Chuo Rapid) 06:15 Takao station - 06:51 Otsuki station (JR Chuo Main) 07:03 Otsuki station - 07:44 Shimoyoshida Station (Fujikyuko Line)
Hi there! If you’re talking about climbing from the very bottom of the mountain, the Yoshida Trail starts at Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine. Otherwise, most climbers start from the 5th Station, halfway up the mountain. There’s no fee for climbing but there is a voluntary ¥1000 donation for the maintenance of the trail.
You can take a train from Hakone to Fuji via Hakone-Yumoto and Odawara. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hakone to Fuji via Tomei Gotemba in around 2h 13m.
Hi - I have the JR Pass, so I assume I will have no issues going from Shinjuku station to Otsuki station, but when I need to purchase the extra ticket to get from there to Kawaguchiko station, do I buy that extra ticket from a ticket office in Otsuki? Can this be bought in advance online? Also, are seat reservations necessary on either the 1st or 2nd part of this trip? Thank you !
I have the same questions and I see no reply from two cheapo. I have 2 prices- TC 1770y surcharge vs 600y (from Otsuki) to Kawaguchiko... which is the true price?
@olivilla6960 The 600 figure is the express train surcharge. The 1770 figure is the base fare and the surcharge. Yes, the JR Pass is valid to Otsuki, and you should be able to buy that specific ticket for beyond Otsuki at Shinjuku Station in the vicinity of the train platform.
You should be able to buy the specific ticket for beyond Otsuki at Shinjuku Station in the vicinity of the train platform. No need to leave the train at Otsuki to do this. Seat reservation can be done at the station. Whether it's required depends on the popularity of the train at the time. I can't speak about this one because it's quite new. During the week probably OK. Weekends is a different matter.
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I just want to say, as somone who both lived in Japan and has visited almost yearly since I left (2009) these guides are top-notch. Some of the best on YT. I hope you get more subs. TY.
Thanks so much for your kind comment and all your support! Really glad to hear you like the guides 😊
@@tokyocheapo 🖖
We brought the bus ticket from Shinjuku station. The buses were fine. The advice is spot on.
Where did you buy them?
very informative and helpful, thanks a lot!
As a first time traveller to Japan this was so helpful to me. Thanks & keep up the good work
You're so welcome! We're thrilled to hear that our tips were helpful for your first trip to Japan
I appreciate this video so much in that it seems to be one of the few that does no shove JR Pass down our throats. Thank you so much for showing us different options.
You're welcome! 😊
Great video! The shots are stunning and really fun to watch! Thank you for sharing, my dear friend! Many greetings from Germany! 🌍💜💜💜👍
Whoever took the photo of the bus in front of Mt Fuji, well done! Noice
Well covered. Will be going next November 2024. Thanks for the clear info 👍
Awesome! November 2024 sounds like a plan. If you have any more questions, feel free to hit us up. Happy travels! 👍😊
I’ll be there in November too, this is such a helpful video!!!
See you guys lol
I'm doing a Japan theme park tour next year and Fuji Q is first on my list. This is so helpful. Thanks!
ill be in Japan next week!! (going to climb mt fuji too)
Loved your video. Thanks for sharing. Would you recommend staying in Kawaguchiko or going for a day is plenty of time to have a bit of an explore. Will be there next month. Thanks
A day trip is usually more than enough for most people to explore the Kawaguchiko area. Overnight stays are often based around people wanting an onsen experience and would stay in the appropriate accommodation for that or to see Mount Fuji at sunrise
Is it possible to depart from Haneda Airport to Kawaguchiko station?
Good video to show more about Mt. Fuji.
Thank you. Such a clear explanation. I'll be in Tokyo next February!
Thanks for watching! Hope you have a great trip in February 😊
What date U will go?
@@lizzcharlotte17 Hi. I'm not going to Tokyo now. Hopefully another time.
the itenerary is actually easy. it was my first time. got the highway bus from tokyo station. dropped by fuji-q then there is a roving free shuttle that goes to fuji station and kawaguchiko station. price is 2,200 yen one way as of april 23 2024
How much did it cost you total?
How long did the highway buses take and when do they start running
Tokyo Cheapo is the best!!! ✨🌸 Always so useful. Thank you so much!! 🎐
Thanks for watching! 😊
twelve years ago i went to fuji and took a taxi omg the driver was from tokyo drift for sure .... crazy driving near the pits !
big thanks :)
very infroamtive and to the pont !!
how to booked rountrip highway bus from Tokyo to kawaguchi and from kawaguchi to Tokyo?
Anyone know if there is any place for luggage on the highway bus?
Update: I went to japan and used the highway bus from Tokyo to Fuji and I confirm that there is a ton of space for your luggage in the bus compartment.
thank you! your guide is soo helpful
You're very welcome!
Thanks! Saving this!
Thank you @Tokyo Cheapo for all the information! Truly Helpful! I planning to go Japan next month and would be looking to do a day trip to Mt. Fuji from Tokyo. Do you know if there are any luggage storage options near Kawaguchiko Station?
Thanks a ton for this video.
Very helpful, thank you!
Is there a way to check if there is a toilet on the bus before booking?
Is there a way to book roundtrip? How would i do thay? What website? Or just buy 2 tickets?
Hello, does the JR Tokyo Wide Pass include the ticket of Fujikyuko line? Thanks.
Any quiet spot to recommend for a proposal at mt fuji area?
If I already have a JR pass then I need to go to JR office shinjuku station to book seats on the train and pay for the other half of the journey? Or is this something I can do well in advanced online?
How did you do it? I think you can book online too for ease.
@@jamescc2010 I hope this reply doesn’t come too late. When I tried to book at the JR office the express train to kawaguchiko it was booked out. So I booked an express to Otsuki station (covered by JR), got off train and took a local train from Otsuki to Kawaguchiko (paid using IC).
If you can manage to book all the way to kawaguchiko without having to get off the train, then payment for the non JR part of the trip is done on the train by staff is what I’m told
Hi, I want to get to Chureito Pagoda as well and to kawaguchiko as well. Which ticket should I buy? I prefer by Bus. Should I buy ticket from tokyo to Arakurayama Sengen park then continue to kawaguchiko?
Hi planing to visit in February.Will there be a nice weather ? Thanks for the video ❤
Hi there! The weather is generally pretty clear and sunny in February but don't forget to pack your winter woolies for that time. Have a lovely trip!
@@tokyocheapo thanks so much for the info ♥️
So, can we make a stop at Fuji-Q, spend a couple of hours there, then use the same ticket to go to Kawaguchi station? How does that work?
Hello, what is included in JR Tokyo Wide Pass? For example, can I use it for train from airport to Tokyo and all local trains in Tokyo? Thanks for your info.
Love the video! What is song title after the cat showed up? Lol thanks!
We were here, this year ❤
the bus it is best to book a round-way trip a few days before, as availability is hard to get. I booked the kawaguchiko bus few days before, and went to kawaguchiko and tried to book a bus back to tokyo, but bus tickets were sold out
How do you book roundtrip tickets?
Haha I love the silly cute animals!!
Does the bus can bring the luggage along?
thank you very much for the information, just booked my ticket i was stressing out alot about how to get there, its my first time traveling to japna and im scared to get lost.
Any tips on best route from Nagoya??? My trip is at the end of March...Thx
Hello if i use fuji excursion train using jr pass, where i have to purchase fare for fujikyu railway portion ? At the kawaguchiko station after arrive or in advance before board the train at jr east office at shinjuku station ?
I’m going this November and have a JR pass. If I was to book when I arrive in Tokyo, can I stay on the express train from Shinjuku - Kawaguchiko and just pay the difference when I arrive Kawaguchiko or does the ticket between Otsuki and Kawaguchiko have to be pre purchased?
Are there English speaking staff on the Mt. Fuji excursion and at Kawaguchiko station? Thank you.
I can't speak specifically here except to say you should be able to buy the specific section ticket in Shinjuku or rely on staff at the destination or a conductor on the train. Ticketing staff generally know enough English to help with purchases. If you can't obtain a ticket in Shinjuku, I would just get on the train and see what happens.
Around Dec 24 or so, which attractions at mt.. Fuji do you recommend? I will have JR pass so train might be more convenient, but maybe crowded?
Hi, thanks for the explanation. I'm trying to figure out how to take the bus to Kawaguchiko Station from Akihabara Station, but I haven't find out in the links. Can anyone help please?
Hi.. i’ve booked and payed for shinjuku to kawaguchiko with fuji excursion on jr east website. but i only payed the ticket limited express since i have the jr pass. is this right? and also i want to ask, i bought the JR pass on their official website, they didn’t give the exchange order unlike the travel agent?
This came in clutch! Going to tokyo in mid September.
Glad it was helpful! Have a great trip!
How do I get to Osaka from mt.fuji using bullet train?
This will be our first time to Japan is english spoken widely ? if not is google translate the best to use please ?
English isn’t spoken widely, but there are a lot of English resources, especially in and around the big cities like Tokyo. Google translate will definitely be the most useful translation tool to have
Amazing and clear, thank you very much!
I saw someone suggesting renting bycicles to get around the 5 lakes. Would you suggest that? Or just hop on buses?? Thank you!
Glad you found the video helpful! The distance around all the 5 lakes is quite far, but renting bikes just for one lake, for example Kawaguchiko or Yamanakako, is a great way to see these spots at your own pace 😊
We are following your videos for our upcoming trip shortly.
In your later videos you told it’s becoming so crowded, so what’s the best way to reach my fuji from Tokyo ?
Additionally - we are in 3 day trip so we can buy 3 days pass but we are travelling to other parts also. So should I buy Suica/ Passmo also ?
How about the bus in Shibuya mark city?
Hey there! While the bus from Shibuya Mark City won't take you directly to Mount Fuji, you can catch a highway bus from Tokyo to one of the Fuji Five Lakes areas, like Kawaguchiko. From there, you can enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji.
Can you visit 5th station in Winter? We will be travelling to Japan end of November.
The bus goes to the 5th station in winter but the route may be closed if there's heavy snow. At the end of November it should be fine but you can check at Kawaguchiko Station to see the status of the bus on the day.
I will be in Japan next week and already bought a tokyo wide pass but i can't reserve a seat from shinjuku to kawaguchiko, all seats are already reserved. Is there another way to reserve a seat?
You should be able to reserve a seat from the JR office in Shinjuku before you travel.
Thank you so much for your video. We will travel to Japan from Australia and this is our first time ever in Japan. Would you mind to explain further how we have a reserved seat if we use bullet train to Fuji Mount, please?
Many thanks
Hanh
Hi there! Thanks for watching! If you're just buying individual tickets rather than using the JR Pass, you can book reserved seats on the smartEx website: smart-ex.jp/en/index.php
If you're using the JR Pass and you bought it through the official website, you can use that website to reserve seats: japanrailpass.net/en/
You can also reserve seats at station ticket machines once you're in Japan 😊
thanks so much for your reply. The travel agent bought JR pass for us and I don't really know how it works when we fly to Japan next March because it will be extremely busy time ( Cherry blossom ). Is this ok to use JR Pass to go from Tokyo to Fuji Mount? Or I should buy a bus ticket?@@tokyocheapo
Such a good area to go to!
Hi, this was very helpful thank you. From Otsuki Station to Kawaguchiko station do I need to use Fujikyuko line? Is it possible to purchase Fujikyuko line tickets online?
Or once I am at the otsuki station, can I pay for Fujikyuko line local trains with suica, credit card or cash?
That's correct 😊 You can use the Fujikyuko Line between Otsuki and Kawaguchiko. You'll need to purchase tickets on the day or you can also use Suica. Just note that if you use a limited express train, you'll need to also purchase an express ticket at the station as this is not covered by Suica. Here is the website for more details: e.fujikyu-railway.jp/
Hi! May I ask if I take the Fuji Excursion from Shinjuku to Shimoyoshida station, what is the cost? I can only find online from Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko which is as you mentioned Y4130 per trip. And if I do stop at Shimoyoshida station, do I continue to take the Fuji Excursion to Kawaguchiko station or other trains?
Hi there! Shinjuku to Shimoyoshida costs ¥3,940. We use this website to check the fares but unfortunately it is only in Japanese: www.jorudan.co.jp/
It will be cheaper to take a local train from Shimoyoshida to Kawaguchiko. You can either buy a ticket at the station or use an IC card.
@@tokyocheapo Got it. Thank you so much for your reply! :)
Hi! @@tokyocheapo may i know if travel around from Shimoyoshida to Kawaguchiko and back to Shimoyoshida, how much is the train fare? take local train as well?
Hi! We'll be staying at Akihabara area and I saw in one of the slides that Akihabara is one of the areas where we can ride a bus to Kawaguchiko. Is this still true now? Thanks!
Hi there! Yes this is still true 😊
And how much is the Fujikyuko train from the Kawacuchico station to Chureito pagoda ? Can I pay it with an IC card?
It's 310 yen from Kawaguchiko Station to Shimoyoshida Station (where Chureito Pagoda is located) one-way. You can pay for it with an IC card but just be careful not to get on the limited express train. There will be an additional fare on these trains that can't be payed for with IC cards.
which one is better going direct from tokyo to 5th bus station or going from kawaguchi station to 5th bus station??
It'll be quicker to go directly from Tokyo to the 5th Station but if you're staying around the Kawaguchiko area, you might want to catch the bus from Kawaguchiko Station.
Is Late January around 26th January 2024, a good time to visit Japan for the winter scenes? Or will our travel palns be disrupted because of the weather ? (Places: Tokyo, Nara, Osaka, Kyoto)
Can we bring luggage on the highway bus?
There's usually a lower luggage compartment on the bus where bigger items can be stored and there's luggage storage above the seats for smaller items.
I would like go to Fuji by bus . Can i tske big luggage to the bus ?
Should I Book in advance train tickets , While coming back from Fuji Station to Tokyo Station ?
Thsnk You for replaying
Weronika
Hi there! Most buses have storage underneath for large luggage but it's a good idea to check when you're booking the specific bus. We recommend booking train tickets in advance as it gets very busy between the Fuji area and Tokyo.
when will be a good time period to see fuji-san the clearest?
The winter is the best time to catch a view of Fuji, snow capped with lots of clear skies.
Is the bus or train faster?
Train is faster but more expensive
If I have only a day to spare, should I visit Kawaguchiko or Hakone? (I'll be visiting this October)
It really depends on what you’d like to see. If getting a good view of Mt. Fuji is your top priority then you’ll probably have more luck at Kawaguchiko. If you’re not as fussed about Mt. Fuji and just want a nice mountain escape then Hakone is a good spot. The main thing about Hakone is there’s a lot of different transport - pirate ship, ropeway, train etc. - which can be a lot of fun but it’s quite a long, tiring day if you do all of it. Hope that helps! 😊
@@tokyocheapo I have decided two things. First, subscribe to your channel. Second, do both and skip Kyoto. How does that sound?
@@joemama2899 Thanks for subscribing! 😊 You could very well do both. If you're skipping Kyoto but still want some shrines and temples, it may be worth checking out a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura as well.
Thank you 🥹
Hi.. I was wondering how to get back from the 5th station to Tokyo in the evening? Thank you :)
Hi there! Here’s a timetable for the highway buses leaving from the 5th Station for Tokyo: www.highwaybus.com/gp/inbound/inbTimeTbl?lineId=110&upDownKbn=1&action=chUpDownKbn&year=2023&month=08&day=24&fromTime=00&toTime=24#direction
The last bus is at 17:00.
What's the cost of the train if you have the Jr pass?
it’s free just check if your pass has that train covered
IMO this is bad advice.
1. Decide if you want to go the night before (check the weather forecats).
2. Take commuter trains early
3. Arrive before it gets crowded
04:59 Tokyo station - 06:10 Takao station (JR Chuo Rapid)
06:15 Takao station - 06:51 Otsuki station (JR Chuo Main)
07:03 Otsuki station - 07:44 Shimoyoshida Station (Fujikyuko Line)
Is there one main entry point to climbing Mt. Fuji on foot? Would you know if there is a charge? Thanks from Canada
Hi there! If you’re talking about climbing from the very bottom of the mountain, the Yoshida Trail starts at
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine. Otherwise, most climbers start from the 5th Station, halfway up the mountain. There’s no fee for climbing but there is a voluntary ¥1000 donation for the maintenance of the trail.
@@tokyocheapo Ahhh okay! Good to know...thanks for your reply!! Cheers
How to go from hakone to mt fuji via pubic transportation
You can take a train from Hakone to Fuji via Hakone-Yumoto and Odawara. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hakone to Fuji via Tomei Gotemba in around 2h 13m.
Hi - I have the JR Pass, so I assume I will have no issues going from Shinjuku station to Otsuki station, but when I need to purchase the extra ticket to get from there to Kawaguchiko station, do I buy that extra ticket from a ticket office in Otsuki? Can this be bought in advance online? Also, are seat reservations necessary on either the 1st or 2nd part of this trip? Thank you !
I have the same questions and I see no reply from two cheapo. I have 2 prices- TC 1770y surcharge vs 600y (from Otsuki) to Kawaguchiko... which is the true price?
@olivilla6960 The 600 figure is the express train surcharge. The 1770 figure is the base fare and the surcharge.
Yes, the JR Pass is valid to Otsuki, and you should be able to buy that specific ticket for beyond Otsuki at Shinjuku Station in the vicinity of the train platform.
You should be able to buy the specific ticket for beyond Otsuki at Shinjuku Station in the vicinity of the train platform. No need to leave the train at Otsuki to do this.
Seat reservation can be done at the station. Whether it's required depends on the popularity of the train at the time. I can't speak about this one because it's quite new. During the week probably OK. Weekends is a different matter.
Why no body rent a car on Japan. Only expensive train and bus.. rent a car sound easy for me
At least do some research and get the right coffee can instead of putting a Korean one 🤷🏻♀️
Almost as nice as Mount Grossglockner :)
Can I use my Suica card for the base fare and buy the super express fare ticket on JR’s website?