How to Get from TOKYO to MT. FUJI, Kawaguchiko 5 Lakes, by Bus or Train

Here are the most efficient ways to get from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji. The Five Lakes area at the base of Mt. Fuji is a popular day trip or getaway from Tokyo. It takes around 2 hours to reach Kawaguchiko Station, the launching point to explore the area. Then you can take in the views from the lakes or climb to the iconic Chureito Pagoda. We appreciate when you book the Fuji Excursion train through our affiliate link: https://geni.us/fujiexcursion 🌟 Residents of USA can save with KENSHOQUESTKLOOK


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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Tokyo to Mt Fuji, 5 Lakes, Kawaguchiko
00:20 Express Bus
00:43 Where to buy bus tickets
01:00 Cost of Express Bus
01:29 Express Train: Fuji Excursion
01:47 Cost of Express Train
02:01 Other Trains
02:58 How to get your train tickets
03:27 What if you have the Whole JR Pass?
03:41 Why Tokyo Wide Pass
04:10 Five Lakes area transportation
04:27 Mt Fuji Pass benefits
05:00 Five Lakes area bus passes
05:15 How to get to Mt Fuji Subaru 5th Station
05:42 Continuing to Kyoto / Osaka, Two options

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