Lake Shojiko
Sandwiched between Lake Motosuko and Lake Saiko, Lake Shojiko (精進湖, Shōjiko) is the smallest of the Fuji Five Lakes. Together with its two neighbors it was formed when lava flows from Mount Fuji divided a large prehistoric lake into three smaller ones. The lakes seem to remain connected by underground waterways as they always maintain the same water level of 900 meters above sea level.
Lake Shojiko borders the Aokigahara Jukai forest and remains largely undeveloped except for a few hotels around its northern shore that enjoy excellent views of Mount Fuji. Outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and fishing are popular around the lake, as well as water sports such as water skiing, jet skiing and boating.
Access
From Kawaguchiko
Buses run roughly every hour between Kawaguchiko Station and Lake Shojiko. The buses from Kawaguchiko Station are bound for Shin-Fuji, Shimobe Onsen or Motosuko. The one way trip takes 25-40 minutes and costs around 1110 yen. See timetable.
From Tokyo
There is one direct highway buses per day between Shinjuku and Lake Motosuko, which stop at Lake Shojiko along the way. The one way trip takes about 2.5 hours and costs 2100 yen.
How to get to and around the Fuji Five Lakes
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Hotels around Fuji Five Lakes
Tours and Experiences
