Wake up and fall asleep to breathtaking views of Mount Fuji at these stellar hotels in the town of Fujikawaguchiko, Japan
Japan’s most famous mountain hardly gets any rest throughout the year. Tourists and locals flock to its surrounding areas to get a glimpse of the mountain and its iconic peak. Whilst one might think that photo snaps may be adequate to mark the trip to see the mountain, the onsen ryokans around the area express otherwise.
Strategically dotted around Lake Kawaguchi, these onsen ryokans are second to none when looking for accommodation with spectacular views of Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest and best-known mountain. Get ready to be in for the ultimate Japanese experience as you soak in onsen, stay in a ryokan, and marvel at Mount Fuji.
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1. Fuji Kawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Konanso
A crown jewel among accommodations around Mount Fuji, Fuji Kawaguchiko Onsen Konanso is synonymous with omotenashi, a Japanese expression which roughly translates to "stellar hospitality”. The ryokan's Mount Fuji rooms offers its guests an exclusive view of the majestic landmark along with private access to an open-air onsen. Adorned with classic Japanese furnishings and everyone’s favourite tatami mats, transport yourself to the past under the gaze of Japan’s highest mountain.
4020 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0301, Japan