natural wonder
Lake Kawaguchi
The most accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes, offering spectacular reflections of Mount Fuji and seasonal flower festivals.
19 km · about 20 min drive
Yamanashi, Japan · Asia
Isawa works well as a base: 10 minutes from Kofu, 19km from Lake Kawaguchi.
Isawa is a town located in Yamanashi, Japan. With a population of 29,616, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Isawa sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Isawa to your route.
Fuefuki (笛吹市, Fuefuki-shi) is a city in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 September 2020, the city had an estimated population of 67,300 in 30,408 households, and a population density of 340 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 201.92 square kilometres (77.96 sq mi).
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Isawa is located in Yamanashi, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.6500 latitude, 138.6333 longitude.
Isawa has a population of approximately 29,616 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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natural wonder
The most accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes, offering spectacular reflections of Mount Fuji and seasonal flower festivals.
19 km · about 20 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A lakeside viewpoint where Mount Fuji reflects perfectly in still waters, especially stunning during autumn foliage and cherry blossom seasons.
19 km · about 20 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A mountain-top station reached by ropeway above Lake Kawaguchi, offering a bird's-eye view of the lake with Mt Fuji dominating the skyline.
20 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
22 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Japan's tallest peak and most sacred mountain, an almost perfectly symmetrical volcanic cone revered for centuries.
33 km · about 40 min drive
scenic viewpoint
The main starting point for summit climbs on Japan's highest and most sacred peak, accessible by bus at 2,300 meters elevation.
36 km · about 40 min drive
racetrack
Historic circuit at the foot of Mount Fuji with a 1.5 km main straight, one of motorsport's longest, and postcard views of the volcano on clear days.
41 km · about 45 min drive
cafe
A premium Japanese highway rest stop on the Tomei Expressway with stunning Mount Fuji views, gourmet food courts, and hot spring foot baths.
50 km · about 60 min drive
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