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From Tokyo: Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Lake Ashi & Oshino Hakkai

Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

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Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip
Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Area, Kawaguchiko Tour w/ Boat Ride

Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Area, Kawaguchiko Tour w/ Boat Ride

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Lake Kawaguchi

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Explore the great outdoors at Lake Kawaguchi, a popular spot to commune with nature in Fujikawaguchiko. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
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Isawa Onsen

You'll enjoy the wineries and monuments in Isawa Onsen. You might want to make time for a stop at Mars Yamanashi Winery or Monde Winery.

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Kobuchisawacho

While visiting Kobuchisawacho, you might make a stop by sights like Nakamura Keith Haring Collection and Yatsugatake-Chushinkogen Quasi-National Park.

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Central

When in Central, you can plan a visit to Yamanashi Jewelry Museum and Maizuru Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Shimo-yoshida

If you're spending some time in Shimo-yoshida, Chureito Pagoda and Shinsekai Kampai Street are top sights worth seeing.

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Marunouchi

While visiting Marunouchi, you might make a stop by sights like Yamanashi Jewelry Museum and Maizuru Castle.

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Fujiyoshida

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Gotemba

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Shizuoka

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Yamanashi

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Sagamihara

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Fujikawaguchiko

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Chino

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Fuefuki

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