How to Get From Tokyo to Mount Fuji Transport Guide

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2024

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  • @solomani-42
    @solomani-42 Рік тому +71

    I just want to say, as somone who both lived in Japan and has visited almost yearly since I left (2009) these guides are top-notch. Some of the best on YT. I hope you get more subs. TY.

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому +2

      Thanks so much for your kind comment and all your support! Really glad to hear you like the guides 😊

    • @solomani-42
      @solomani-42 Рік тому +1

      @@tokyocheapo 🖖

  • @priteshmistry5430
    @priteshmistry5430 6 місяців тому +15

    We brought the bus ticket from Shinjuku station. The buses were fine. The advice is spot on.

  • @manator90
    @manator90 10 місяців тому +2

    As a first time traveller to Japan this was so helpful to me. Thanks & keep up the good work

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  10 місяців тому +1

      You're so welcome! We're thrilled to hear that our tips were helpful for your first trip to Japan

  • @a5tro25
    @a5tro25 Рік тому +10

    Whoever took the photo of the bus in front of Mt Fuji, well done! Noice

  • @elizanjelaparreiramorris3507
    @elizanjelaparreiramorris3507 7 місяців тому +2

    I appreciate this video so much in that it seems to be one of the few that does no shove JR Pass down our throats. Thank you so much for showing us different options.

  • @pereirakelvin67
    @pereirakelvin67 Рік тому +2

    Well covered. Will be going next November 2024. Thanks for the clear info 👍

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому +2

      Awesome! November 2024 sounds like a plan. If you have any more questions, feel free to hit us up. Happy travels! 👍😊

    • @nand0gee
      @nand0gee 5 місяців тому +1

      I’ll be there in November too, this is such a helpful video!!!

    • @jehan9
      @jehan9 3 місяці тому +2

      See you guys lol

  • @carbuncle1977
    @carbuncle1977 7 місяців тому +3

    the itenerary is actually easy. it was my first time. got the highway bus from tokyo station. dropped by fuji-q then there is a roving free shuttle that goes to fuji station and kawaguchiko station. price is 2,200 yen one way as of april 23 2024

    • @jehan9
      @jehan9 3 місяці тому +1

      How much did it cost you total?

    • @chetansingh3593
      @chetansingh3593 2 місяці тому +1

      How long did the highway buses take and when do they start running

  • @nami-vlog
    @nami-vlog 2 місяці тому

    Great video! The shots are stunning and really fun to watch! Thank you for sharing, my dear friend! Many greetings from Germany! 🌍💜💜💜👍

  • @echocombatstreambot6148
    @echocombatstreambot6148 Рік тому +2

    ill be in Japan next week!! (going to climb mt fuji too)

  • @obakefotografia2696
    @obakefotografia2696 11 місяців тому

    twelve years ago i went to fuji and took a taxi omg the driver was from tokyo drift for sure .... crazy driving near the pits !

  • @amsalabdullah5068
    @amsalabdullah5068 2 місяці тому

    big thanks :)
    very infroamtive and to the pont !!

  • @Josh_Stuchbery
    @Josh_Stuchbery Рік тому +2

    I'm doing a Japan theme park tour next year and Fuji Q is first on my list. This is so helpful. Thanks!

  • @dinghonkim1069
    @dinghonkim1069 11 місяців тому

    Good video to show more about Mt. Fuji.

  • @maplesyrupppp
    @maplesyrupppp 9 місяців тому +1

    Is it possible to depart from Haneda Airport to Kawaguchiko station?

  • @michaelwatts3986
    @michaelwatts3986 Рік тому +2

    Thank you. Such a clear explanation. I'll be in Tokyo next February!

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Hope you have a great trip in February 😊

    • @lizzcharlotte17
      @lizzcharlotte17 11 місяців тому

      What date U will go?

    • @michaelwatts3986
      @michaelwatts3986 11 місяців тому

      @@lizzcharlotte17 Hi. I'm not going to Tokyo now. Hopefully another time.

  • @azukiaisuuuu
    @azukiaisuuuu Рік тому +1

    Tokyo Cheapo is the best!!! ✨🌸 Always so useful. Thank you so much!! 🎐

  • @robinsrivastava2179
    @robinsrivastava2179 3 місяці тому

    Thanks a ton for this video.

  • @melissatjahyasurya2087
    @melissatjahyasurya2087 Рік тому

    thank you! your guide is soo helpful

  • @worldofachi
    @worldofachi 11 місяців тому +1

    Hi planing to visit in February.Will there be a nice weather ? Thanks for the video ❤

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  11 місяців тому +1

      Hi there! The weather is generally pretty clear and sunny in February but don't forget to pack your winter woolies for that time. Have a lovely trip!

    • @worldofachi
      @worldofachi 11 місяців тому

      @@tokyocheapo thanks so much for the info ♥️

  • @upnorth21
    @upnorth21 6 місяців тому

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @marky1470
    @marky1470 Рік тому

    Thanks! Saving this!

  • @allgunners
    @allgunners Рік тому +2

    Thank you @Tokyo Cheapo for all the information! Truly Helpful! I planning to go Japan next month and would be looking to do a day trip to Mt. Fuji from Tokyo. Do you know if there are any luggage storage options near Kawaguchiko Station?

  • @yiyietan2668
    @yiyietan2668 Рік тому +1

    how to booked rountrip highway bus from Tokyo to kawaguchi and from kawaguchi to Tokyo?

  • @marioan5332
    @marioan5332 9 місяців тому +1

    Anyone know if there is any place for luggage on the highway bus?

    • @marioan5332
      @marioan5332 8 місяців тому

      Update: I went to japan and used the highway bus from Tokyo to Fuji and I confirm that there is a ton of space for your luggage in the bus compartment.

  • @mmwalks
    @mmwalks Рік тому +2

    If I already have a JR pass then I need to go to JR office shinjuku station to book seats on the train and pay for the other half of the journey? Or is this something I can do well in advanced online?

    • @jamescc2010
      @jamescc2010 Рік тому

      How did you do it? I think you can book online too for ease.

    • @mmwalks
      @mmwalks Рік тому

      @@jamescc2010 I hope this reply doesn’t come too late. When I tried to book at the JR office the express train to kawaguchiko it was booked out. So I booked an express to Otsuki station (covered by JR), got off train and took a local train from Otsuki to Kawaguchiko (paid using IC).
      If you can manage to book all the way to kawaguchiko without having to get off the train, then payment for the non JR part of the trip is done on the train by staff is what I’m told

  • @vmphunter
    @vmphunter 5 місяців тому

    Haha I love the silly cute animals!!

  • @AinaandLouise
    @AinaandLouise 5 місяців тому

    Love the video! What is song title after the cat showed up? Lol thanks!

  • @drumetii.2024
    @drumetii.2024 Рік тому

    We were here, this year ❤

  • @Sharan_R
    @Sharan_R Місяць тому

    We are following your videos for our upcoming trip shortly.
    In your later videos you told it’s becoming so crowded, so what’s the best way to reach my fuji from Tokyo ?

    • @Sharan_R
      @Sharan_R Місяць тому

      Additionally - we are in 3 day trip so we can buy 3 days pass but we are travelling to other parts also. So should I buy Suica/ Passmo also ?

  • @jytan740
    @jytan740 Рік тому +1

    the bus it is best to book a round-way trip a few days before, as availability is hard to get. I booked the kawaguchiko bus few days before, and went to kawaguchiko and tried to book a bus back to tokyo, but bus tickets were sold out

    • @android10xD
      @android10xD Рік тому

      How do you book roundtrip tickets?

  • @nikkionico
    @nikkionico 8 місяців тому

    Amazing and clear, thank you very much!
    I saw someone suggesting renting bycicles to get around the 5 lakes. Would you suggest that? Or just hop on buses?? Thank you!

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  8 місяців тому

      Glad you found the video helpful! The distance around all the 5 lakes is quite far, but renting bikes just for one lake, for example Kawaguchiko or Yamanakako, is a great way to see these spots at your own pace 😊

  • @android10xD
    @android10xD Рік тому +1

    Is there a way to book roundtrip? How would i do thay? What website? Or just buy 2 tickets?

  • @Hanakumah
    @Hanakumah Рік тому +1

    I’m going this November and have a JR pass. If I was to book when I arrive in Tokyo, can I stay on the express train from Shinjuku - Kawaguchiko and just pay the difference when I arrive Kawaguchiko or does the ticket between Otsuki and Kawaguchiko have to be pre purchased?
    Are there English speaking staff on the Mt. Fuji excursion and at Kawaguchiko station? Thank you.

    • @halbailman
      @halbailman Рік тому

      I can't speak specifically here except to say you should be able to buy the specific section ticket in Shinjuku or rely on staff at the destination or a conductor on the train. Ticketing staff generally know enough English to help with purchases. If you can't obtain a ticket in Shinjuku, I would just get on the train and see what happens.

  • @hanhuc259
    @hanhuc259 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for your video. We will travel to Japan from Australia and this is our first time ever in Japan. Would you mind to explain further how we have a reserved seat if we use bullet train to Fuji Mount, please?
    Many thanks
    Hanh

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому +1

      Hi there! Thanks for watching! If you're just buying individual tickets rather than using the JR Pass, you can book reserved seats on the smartEx website: smart-ex.jp/en/index.php
      If you're using the JR Pass and you bought it through the official website, you can use that website to reserve seats: japanrailpass.net/en/
      You can also reserve seats at station ticket machines once you're in Japan 😊

    • @hanhuc259
      @hanhuc259 Рік тому

      thanks so much for your reply. The travel agent bought JR pass for us and I don't really know how it works when we fly to Japan next March because it will be extremely busy time ( Cherry blossom ). Is this ok to use JR Pass to go from Tokyo to Fuji Mount? Or I should buy a bus ticket?@@tokyocheapo

  • @djsepsis
    @djsepsis 9 місяців тому

    Any tips on best route from Nagoya??? My trip is at the end of March...Thx

  • @GrandRiserOfficial
    @GrandRiserOfficial Місяць тому

    Hi, I want to get to Chureito Pagoda as well and to kawaguchiko as well. Which ticket should I buy? I prefer by Bus. Should I buy ticket from tokyo to Arakurayama Sengen park then continue to kawaguchiko?

  • @royporter7
    @royporter7 Рік тому

    Such a good area to go to!

  • @SouledxS0uled
    @SouledxS0uled 11 місяців тому

    Any quiet spot to recommend for a proposal at mt fuji area?

  • @jennyc1905
    @jennyc1905 8 місяців тому

    Hello, does the JR Tokyo Wide Pass include the ticket of Fujikyuko line? Thanks.

  • @moonyetiii
    @moonyetiii Рік тому

    Is there a way to check if there is a toilet on the bus before booking?

  • @MWMiz
    @MWMiz Рік тому +1

    This came in clutch! Going to tokyo in mid September.

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      Glad it was helpful! Have a great trip!

  • @MrFuzzyWun
    @MrFuzzyWun Рік тому

    thank you very much for the information, just booked my ticket i was stressing out alot about how to get there, its my first time traveling to japna and im scared to get lost.

  • @burakkrayoglu8534
    @burakkrayoglu8534 9 місяців тому

    Hi, this was very helpful thank you. From Otsuki Station to Kawaguchiko station do I need to use Fujikyuko line? Is it possible to purchase Fujikyuko line tickets online?

    • @burakkrayoglu8534
      @burakkrayoglu8534 9 місяців тому

      Or once I am at the otsuki station, can I pay for Fujikyuko line local trains with suica, credit card or cash?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  9 місяців тому

      That's correct 😊 You can use the Fujikyuko Line between Otsuki and Kawaguchiko. You'll need to purchase tickets on the day or you can also use Suica. Just note that if you use a limited express train, you'll need to also purchase an express ticket at the station as this is not covered by Suica. Here is the website for more details: e.fujikyu-railway.jp/

  • @johntancueco1073
    @johntancueco1073 5 місяців тому

    So, can we make a stop at Fuji-Q, spend a couple of hours there, then use the same ticket to go to Kawaguchi station? How does that work?

  • @asil7899
    @asil7899 9 місяців тому

    Can you visit 5th station in Winter? We will be travelling to Japan end of November.

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  9 місяців тому

      The bus goes to the 5th station in winter but the route may be closed if there's heavy snow. At the end of November it should be fine but you can check at Kawaguchiko Station to see the status of the bus on the day.

  • @jennyc1905
    @jennyc1905 8 місяців тому

    Hello, what is included in JR Tokyo Wide Pass? For example, can I use it for train from airport to Tokyo and all local trains in Tokyo? Thanks for your info.

  • @mishunot
    @mishunot 4 місяці тому

    How do I get to Osaka from mt.fuji using bullet train?

  • @GodAtum
    @GodAtum 11 місяців тому

    IMO this is bad advice.
    1. Decide if you want to go the night before (check the weather forecats).
    2. Take commuter trains early
    3. Arrive before it gets crowded
    04:59 Tokyo station - 06:10 Takao station (JR Chuo Rapid)
    06:15 Takao station - 06:51 Otsuki station (JR Chuo Main)
    07:03 Otsuki station - 07:44 Shimoyoshida Station (Fujikyuko Line)

  • @carolynkhaw
    @carolynkhaw Рік тому +1

    Hi! May I ask if I take the Fuji Excursion from Shinjuku to Shimoyoshida station, what is the cost? I can only find online from Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko which is as you mentioned Y4130 per trip. And if I do stop at Shimoyoshida station, do I continue to take the Fuji Excursion to Kawaguchiko station or other trains?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      Hi there! Shinjuku to Shimoyoshida costs ¥3,940. We use this website to check the fares but unfortunately it is only in Japanese: www.jorudan.co.jp/
      It will be cheaper to take a local train from Shimoyoshida to Kawaguchiko. You can either buy a ticket at the station or use an IC card.

    • @carolynkhaw
      @carolynkhaw Рік тому

      @@tokyocheapo Got it. Thank you so much for your reply! :)

    • @carmensjw27
      @carmensjw27 Рік тому

      Hi! @@tokyocheapo may i know if travel around from Shimoyoshida to Kawaguchiko and back to Shimoyoshida, how much is the train fare? take local train as well?

  • @jamescc2010
    @jamescc2010 Рік тому

    Around Dec 24 or so, which attractions at mt.. Fuji do you recommend? I will have JR pass so train might be more convenient, but maybe crowded?

  • @andrezalima5834
    @andrezalima5834 Рік тому

    Hi, thanks for the explanation. I'm trying to figure out how to take the bus to Kawaguchiko Station from Akihabara Station, but I haven't find out in the links. Can anyone help please?

  • @dravelai_studio
    @dravelai_studio Рік тому

    Does the bus can bring the luggage along?

  • @afrizaldwiputranto6724
    @afrizaldwiputranto6724 Рік тому

    Hello if i use fuji excursion train using jr pass, where i have to purchase fare for fujikyu railway portion ? At the kawaguchiko station after arrive or in advance before board the train at jr east office at shinjuku station ?

  • @junkeymiraflores
    @junkeymiraflores 8 місяців тому

    Hi! We'll be staying at Akihabara area and I saw in one of the slides that Akihabara is one of the areas where we can ride a bus to Kawaguchiko. Is this still true now? Thanks!

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  8 місяців тому

      Hi there! Yes this is still true 😊

  • @StrangerInAStrangeLand2
    @StrangerInAStrangeLand2 11 місяців тому

    How about the bus in Shibuya mark city?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  11 місяців тому

      Hey there! While the bus from Shibuya Mark City won't take you directly to Mount Fuji, you can catch a highway bus from Tokyo to one of the Fuji Five Lakes areas, like Kawaguchiko. From there, you can enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji.

  • @laiiiiiiiiiiiiiii
    @laiiiiiiiiiiiiiii 10 місяців тому

    I will be in Japan next week and already bought a tokyo wide pass but i can't reserve a seat from shinjuku to kawaguchiko, all seats are already reserved. Is there another way to reserve a seat?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  10 місяців тому

      You should be able to reserve a seat from the JR office in Shinjuku before you travel.

  • @weronikaniemczyk5233
    @weronikaniemczyk5233 8 місяців тому

    I would like go to Fuji by bus . Can i tske big luggage to the bus ?
    Should I Book in advance train tickets , While coming back from Fuji Station to Tokyo Station ?
    Thsnk You for replaying
    Weronika

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  8 місяців тому +1

      Hi there! Most buses have storage underneath for large luggage but it's a good idea to check when you're booking the specific bus. We recommend booking train tickets in advance as it gets very busy between the Fuji area and Tokyo.

  • @eduardoblacio3994
    @eduardoblacio3994 11 місяців тому

    And how much is the Fujikyuko train from the Kawacuchico station to Chureito pagoda ? Can I pay it with an IC card?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  10 місяців тому +1

      It's 310 yen from Kawaguchiko Station to Shimoyoshida Station (where Chureito Pagoda is located) one-way. You can pay for it with an IC card but just be careful not to get on the limited express train. There will be an additional fare on these trains that can't be payed for with IC cards.

  • @quick_counter_pes8973
    @quick_counter_pes8973 Рік тому

    which one is better going direct from tokyo to 5th bus station or going from kawaguchi station to 5th bus station??

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      It'll be quicker to go directly from Tokyo to the 5th Station but if you're staying around the Kawaguchiko area, you might want to catch the bus from Kawaguchiko Station.

  • @syahlamelinda8852
    @syahlamelinda8852 8 місяців тому

    Hi.. i’ve booked and payed for shinjuku to kawaguchiko with fuji excursion on jr east website. but i only payed the ticket limited express since i have the jr pass. is this right? and also i want to ask, i bought the JR pass on their official website, they didn’t give the exchange order unlike the travel agent?

  • @scaleartsg
    @scaleartsg Рік тому

    when will be a good time period to see fuji-san the clearest?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      The winter is the best time to catch a view of Fuji, snow capped with lots of clear skies.

  • @aishwaryaiyer1918
    @aishwaryaiyer1918 Рік тому

    Is Late January around 26th January 2024, a good time to visit Japan for the winter scenes? Or will our travel palns be disrupted because of the weather ? (Places: Tokyo, Nara, Osaka, Kyoto)

  • @Andalos000
    @Andalos000 8 місяців тому

    Thank you 🥹

  • @qechannel5314
    @qechannel5314 Рік тому

    Can we bring luggage on the highway bus?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      There's usually a lower luggage compartment on the bus where bigger items can be stored and there's luggage storage above the seats for smaller items.

  • @joemama2899
    @joemama2899 Рік тому

    If I have only a day to spare, should I visit Kawaguchiko or Hakone? (I'll be visiting this October)

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому +1

      It really depends on what you’d like to see. If getting a good view of Mt. Fuji is your top priority then you’ll probably have more luck at Kawaguchiko. If you’re not as fussed about Mt. Fuji and just want a nice mountain escape then Hakone is a good spot. The main thing about Hakone is there’s a lot of different transport - pirate ship, ropeway, train etc. - which can be a lot of fun but it’s quite a long, tiring day if you do all of it. Hope that helps! 😊

    • @joemama2899
      @joemama2899 Рік тому

      @@tokyocheapo I have decided two things. First, subscribe to your channel. Second, do both and skip Kyoto. How does that sound?

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      @@joemama2899 Thanks for subscribing! 😊 You could very well do both. If you're skipping Kyoto but still want some shrines and temples, it may be worth checking out a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura as well.

  • @vertigorapture
    @vertigorapture Рік тому

    Is the bus or train faster?

    • @StandardLoop
      @StandardLoop Рік тому

      Train is faster but more expensive

  • @geofanianggasta4297
    @geofanianggasta4297 Рік тому

    Hi.. I was wondering how to get back from the 5th station to Tokyo in the evening? Thank you :)

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому

      Hi there! Here’s a timetable for the highway buses leaving from the 5th Station for Tokyo: www.highwaybus.com/gp/inbound/inbTimeTbl?lineId=110&upDownKbn=1&action=chUpDownKbn&year=2023&month=08&day=24&fromTime=00&toTime=24#direction
      The last bus is at 17:00.

  • @fiverareblanks
    @fiverareblanks Рік тому

    What's the cost of the train if you have the Jr pass?

  • @peaceworld0
    @peaceworld0 Рік тому +1

    Hi - I have the JR Pass, so I assume I will have no issues going from Shinjuku station to Otsuki station, but when I need to purchase the extra ticket to get from there to Kawaguchiko station, do I buy that extra ticket from a ticket office in Otsuki? Can this be bought in advance online? Also, are seat reservations necessary on either the 1st or 2nd part of this trip? Thank you !

    • @olivilla6960
      @olivilla6960 Рік тому

      I have the same questions and I see no reply from two cheapo. I have 2 prices- TC 1770y surcharge vs 600y (from Otsuki) to Kawaguchiko... which is the true price?

    • @halbailman
      @halbailman Рік тому

      ​@olivilla6960 The 600 figure is the express train surcharge. The 1770 figure is the base fare and the surcharge.
      Yes, the JR Pass is valid to Otsuki, and you should be able to buy that specific ticket for beyond Otsuki at Shinjuku Station in the vicinity of the train platform.

    • @halbailman
      @halbailman Рік тому

      You should be able to buy the specific ticket for beyond Otsuki at Shinjuku Station in the vicinity of the train platform. No need to leave the train at Otsuki to do this.
      Seat reservation can be done at the station. Whether it's required depends on the popularity of the train at the time. I can't speak about this one because it's quite new. During the week probably OK. Weekends is a different matter.

  • @sahanarajendran5952
    @sahanarajendran5952 11 місяців тому

    How to go from hakone to mt fuji via pubic transportation

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  11 місяців тому

      You can take a train from Hakone to Fuji via Hakone-Yumoto and Odawara. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hakone to Fuji via Tomei Gotemba in around 2h 13m.

  • @Nature_with_Peter_Kane
    @Nature_with_Peter_Kane Рік тому

    Is there one main entry point to climbing Mt. Fuji on foot? Would you know if there is a charge? Thanks from Canada

    • @tokyocheapo
      @tokyocheapo  Рік тому +1

      Hi there! If you’re talking about climbing from the very bottom of the mountain, the Yoshida Trail starts at
      Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine. Otherwise, most climbers start from the 5th Station, halfway up the mountain. There’s no fee for climbing but there is a voluntary ¥1000 donation for the maintenance of the trail.

    • @Nature_with_Peter_Kane
      @Nature_with_Peter_Kane Рік тому

      @@tokyocheapo Ahhh okay! Good to know...thanks for your reply!! Cheers

  • @kenihats6004
    @kenihats6004 7 місяців тому

    At least do some research and get the right coffee can instead of putting a Korean one 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @SusieBabes
    @SusieBabes 11 місяців тому

    Almost as nice as Mount Grossglockner :)

  • @yuanxu7272
    @yuanxu7272 4 місяці тому

    Can I use my Suica card for the base fare and buy the super express fare ticket on JR’s website?