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Follow in the footsteps of a wandering samurai on this immersive self-guided walking tour around Lake Kawaguchi. Ascend panoramic ropeways, stroll beneath ancient cedars, and cross bridges with legendary views of Mount Fuji. Discover tranquil gardens, sparkling museums, and vibrant maple corridors as you unlock the secrets and serenity of Kawaguchiko, one step at a time. Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.
Itinerary
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Begin your samurai adventure at Kawaguchiko Station, the historic gateway to Mount Fuji. Take in the lively atmosphere, spot Fuji's peak, and set your intentions for a legendary journey.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Answer the question and, on your own accord, ascend Mt. Tenjo by ropeway for breathtaking views of Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. Discover the legendary rabbit of Kachi-Kachi Yama, decipher mountain tales, and spot hidden tengu carvings. A samurai's adventure at the summit awaits!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Pause your samurai journey at Oike Park and the Yamanashi Gem Museum. Stroll under cherry blossoms, capture Fuji's reflection, and hunt for legendary gems in Koshu's sparkling collection.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Step into a European-inspired wonderland at Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum. Wander gardens, listen to enchanting music boxes and organs, and seek out hidden koi ponds and secret paths as a wandering samurai on a quest.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Wander among 1,200-year-old cedars at Kawaguchi Asama Shrine, founded in 865. Seek the sacred rope and a hidden dragon carving, and experience the tranquil heart of samurai legend.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stroll under Lake Kawaguchi's Momiji Corridor—a tunnel of crimson maples famed since the Edo era. Snap a photo, seek hidden lanterns, and discover the legendary lovers' bridge. Even a samurai's heart can't resist this autumn magic.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stroll through Oishi Park's legendary lavender fields, savor blueberry treats at the Natural Living Center, and take in majestic Fuji views. Seek the hidden scarecrow and spot herons along the lakeshore—an immersive, peaceful checkpoint for wandering samurai.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Dash across the iconic Kawaguchiko Ohashi Bridge, built in 1971, where legends and panoramic views collide. Feel the thrill of the chase with Mt. Fuji as your witness and count the swans below for a touch of luck.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Return to Kawaguchiko Station, where your samurai journey concludes beneath lanterns and Fuji's twilight. Reflect, rest, and capture the spirit of adventure before you depart—every ending is a new beginning.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
- Not recommended for visually impaired people
- Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
- Not recommended for seniors over 80
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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