Lake Yamanaka
山中湖
The largest and highest of the Fuji Five Lakes, famous for swans on its waters and the winter 'Diamond Fuji.'
Lake Yamanaka sits at about 980 meters above sea level. It is the largest of the Fuji Five Lakes and the closest to Mount Fuji, with wide-open views from the shore. The Nagaike Waterfront Park on the east shore and the Panorama Platform on the north shore are good places to photograph Mount Fuji reflected in the lake. From late October to February, you can often see the 'Diamond Fuji,' when the setting sun lands right on the summit. Activities include swan boats (about ¥1,000), cycling around the lake, and kayaking. The bus from Kawaguchiko Station takes about 30 minutes. Winds are strong and temperatures are low in winter, so dress warmly.
Opening hours
Open all day; boat cruises about 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Oshino Hakkai
- Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja
- Honcho Street, Fujiyoshida
- Arakurayama Sengen Park
- Fuji-Q Highland
- Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
- Lawson Kawaguchiko Station (Mt. Fuji Lawson)
- Gotemba Premium Outlets