The cherry blossoms around the Fuji Five Lakes typically peak around mid April. Below is a list of some of the most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing (hanami) in the region. See also our nationwide list of famous cherry blossom spots.
Chureito Pagoda••
The
Chureito Pagoda is a recently built pagoda in the hills of Fujiyoshida City across from
Mount Fuji attracts photographers around the year, but particularly so in mid April during the cherry blossom season when the pagoda seems to float in a sea of cherry blossoms. Light conditions are best in the early morning.
Northern Shores of Kawaguchiko••
Trees along the northern shores of
Lake Kawaguchiko provide the magnificent sight of
Mount Fuji in combination with the lake and cherry blossoms. The most attractive spot for viewing the blossoms is the lakeside promenade east of the
Kawaguchiko Music Forest.
Ubuyagasaki Peninsula••
A small group of cherry trees on the Ubuyagasaki Peninsula next to the Kawaguchiko Ohashi Bridge are particularly well placed for nice views of
Mount Fuji in combination with
Lake Kawaguchiko and cherry blossoms.
Eastern Shores of Kawaguchiko
The waterfront along the eastern shores of Lake Kawaguchiko around the
Kachi Kachi Ropeway's lower station and the town's many
ryokan is decorated by cherry trees, including many weeping cherry trees.
Iyashi no Sato•
Tucked away on the western shores of
Lake Saiko is
Iyashi no Sato, an open air museum and traditional craft village. The main street of the village is lined with weeping cherry trees and offers views of Mount Fuji.
Oshino Hakkai•
Cherry trees line about 400 meters of the river on the northwestern side of
Oshino Hakkai. The most popular view is from the bridge not far from the Shibokusa Sengen Shrine where Mount Fuji can be seen behind the cherry trees on clear days.
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