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Arakurayama Sengen Park (Chureito Pagoda)

Fuji Five LakesPark🌸 Typical peak: Early Apr – Mid Apr

Overview

Arakurayama Sengen Park is world famous for the view that fits the five-story Chureito Pagoda, Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms into a single frame. When its approximately 650 Somei-yoshino trees reach peak bloom, large crowds come from Japan and abroad every year.

Address: 2-4-1 Sengen, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi 403-0031
Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
Official website: https://fujiyoshida.net/spot/12

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PRKlookMt. Fuji, Oishi Park & Arakurayama Sengen Park Day Bus Tour (from Tokyo)Departs Tokyo Station or Shinjuku Station. Tour visiting the Chureito Pagoda at Arakurayama Sengen Park, Oishi Park at Lake Kawaguchi, Mt. Fuji 5th Station and moreView on Klook

Peak Time

When to See the Blossoms

Typical peakUsually early to mid-April

March

April

May

Bloom dates shift with each year’s temperatures, and in years with a warm early spring they can come as early as late March. Check the Fujiyoshida City tourism guide for the latest conditions

Peak times are typical guides. Blooming and full bloom shift with each year’s temperatures.

Highlights

From the observation deck at the top of the 398-step Sakuya-hime Stairs, you can see the Chureito Pagoda, Mt. Fuji and the cherry blossoms below all at once. Because the park sits at high elevation at the foot of Mt. Fuji, the blossoms peak later than in Tokyo, in early to mid-April.

📷 Best views

Observation deck

The classic photo spot where you can see the Chureito Pagoda, Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms at once

Sakuya-hime Stairs

398 steps leading up from Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine

Admission

Park entryFree

Parking is paid

Prices may change. Check the official website before you go.

Tips

Tips for travelers

✓In 2026 no cherry blossom festival was held because of its impact on local residents’ daily lives; only safety measures and traffic restrictions were in place. Check Fujiyoshida City announcements for 2027 arrangements
✓Entry to the observation deck is limited when it gets crowded. An early-morning visit is recommended

Access

Getting there

Nearest station / bus stop: Shimoyoshida Station (Fuji Kyuko Line)About a 25 min walk to the Chureito Pagoda
By car & traffic restrictions: During the cherry blossom season, Parking Lot 1 is closed and the other lots are expected to be full all day. Parking is prohibited and traffic is restricted around the park. Use public transportation
Getting back: Roads around the park get very congested at peak bloom, so taking the train back is also recommended

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Crowds

Crowds & best times

Busiest: More than 10,000 people a day visit at peak bloom, and the observation deck usually has waits of about 1–3 hours
Quieter times: Early mornings on weekdays

Weather

Temperature & what to wear

Typical temperatures: April normals in Kawaguchiko: high 16.1°C, low 3.7°C (JMA)
What to wear & bring: Mornings and evenings get cold, so bring a warm jacket such as a down coat. Wear comfortable shoes for the stairs

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Rules

Hanami rules & etiquette

!Do not enter the surrounding residential areas or private property, and do not photograph residents or their homes without permission
!No parking on the roads around the park
!Do not drive up to the plaza in front of the Chureito Pagoda (large buses and microbuses cannot enter)
!Traffic restrictions apply on surrounding roads during the cherry blossom season

Facilities

Toilets: Available

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Events

Events & festivals in Fuji Five Lakes

April–May

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

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Usually mid-April to late May (April 11 – May 24 in 2026; may vary with bloom conditions)

November

Fujikawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Fuji Five Lakes

Usually early to late November (about 3–4 weeks). The leaves are usually at their best in early to mid-November

2026: Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 29 (Sun)

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Attractions

Attractions in Fuji Five Lakes

Amusement park

Fuji-Q Highland

Tokyo & Around ・ Fuji Five Lakes

A free-admission amusement park at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Known for its record-breaking thrill coasters, it's one of Japan's top thrill parks and draws visitors from Japan and abroad. There are also areas for small children, such as Thomas Land.

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Cherry Blossoms

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Garden

Sankeien Garden

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🌸 Typical peak: Mid Mar – Early Apr

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