Lake Kawaguchi, Landslide-dammed lake near Mount Fuji, Japan
Lake Kawaguchi stretches along a shoreline of 119 kilometers at an elevation of 833 meters, offering clear reflections of Mount Fuji throughout the year.
The construction of a connecting canal to the Sagami River tributary in 1914 resolved flooding issues that affected settlements around Lake Kawaguchi's shores.
The Kubota Itchiku Museum at Lake Kawaguchi presents collections of kimonos created through traditional Tsujigahana silk dyeing techniques from Japanese textile artisans.
Direct buses and trains connect Tokyo to Lake Kawaguchi, with morning hours before 9 AM providing the clearest views of Mount Fuji from the lakeside.
The Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway carries visitors to Mount Tenjo's observation point, revealing perspectives of Lake Kawaguchi against the backdrop of Mount Fuji.
Location: Fujikawaguchiko
Elevation above the sea: 833 m
Part of: Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration, Fuji Five Lakes
Website: http://fujisan.ne.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.51500,138.75667
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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