Slow Travel Around Fuji, Japan: A Family Journey (6 days, 5 nights)

Who is this for?
This family-friendly tour offers a fresh way to experience Japan’s most famous mountain, combining nature, hands-on learning, and relaxed exploration. Kids can meet animals, explore storybook museums, and see underground ice formations, while parents enjoy scenic landscapes and cultural experiences without the rush. 

Physical Activity: Low
Length of Trip:  6 days, 5 nights
Capacity:  2 - 6 people
Recommended Months: April to November

Visualize yourself:
- Connecting with nature through gentle walks, open landscapes, and fresh mountain air
- Enjoying a pace that allows for both adventure and relaxation
- Interacting with friendly farm animals and trying hands-on activities at a farm
- Seeing a traditional thatched-roof village and learning about historical lifestyles
- Exploring an underground ice cave where frozen formations remain year-round

Itinerary:

TOKYO    |    1 night
Day 1: Travel Day
Arrive in Haneda or Narita Airport. Meet your guide, and into private vehicle for a transfer to a hotel recommended by us in the city. Use this day to rest up or take some time to explore the modern capital.

FUJI    |    3 nights
Day 2: Footsteps by Fuji
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with a transfer to Yamanashi, heading to Lake Yamanakako at the base of Mt. Fuji. Walk along the lakeside path, watching swans glide across the water with Fuji towering in the background. At 6.57 square kilometers, Yamanakako is the largest of the Fuji Five Lakes, with a mostly flat shoreline that makes for an easy stroll. Then, visit the Fujisan World Heritage Center to explore exhibits on the mountain’s significance. 

Day 3: A Storybook Day by the Lake
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch,  Dinner

In the morning, Kawaguchiko Tenjoyama Park, taking the ropeway up for a wide view of Mount Fuji and the surrounding landscape. Then, visit Kawaguchiko Konohana Museum, a whimsical space showcasing artwork and exhibits inspired by Japanese fantasy literature. Visit to Oishi Park to see seasonal flowers along the lakeshore, and open spaces make it a great spot for kids to run around. Wrap up the day with time to enjoy the fresh air and wide-open views

Day 4: A Day of Discovery and Play
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit Saiko Iyashi no Sato, a restored thatched-roof village set against Mount Fuji. Then, head to Makaino Farm, where rolling fields, friendly animals, and interactive activities like butter-making and cow milking make for a fun countryside experience. In the afternoon, visit Shiraito Falls.  See powerful streams of water cascade over cliffs. With a mix of culture, outdoor fun, and nature, the day has something for every family member to enjoy.


TOKYO    |    1 night
Day 5: Frozen Ice Caves
Included meals: Breakfast,  Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, visit Narusawa Ice Cave. See thick ice formations that remain even in summer. It is an  underground world of glistening tunnels and cool air. Then, return to Tokyo for a relaxed afternoon. Pick up souvenirs, explore a neighborhood at an easy pace, or simply unwind after the trip’s adventures. A balance of natural wonder and free time makes for a smooth transition back to city life.

Day 6: Fly home
Included meals: Breakfast
Your next destination? Home sweet home. But remember, it's not sayonara yet, it's "See you soon!" The question is, where to from here?

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