[Includes 1 person] Fuji Cherry Blossom and Fruit Picking Day Tour | Fuji Fifth Station Shibazakura Festival & Yamanashi Fuji Fruit Park Strawberry Picking | Departs from Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Enjoy a limited-time sea of 500,000 pink moss phlox blooming at the foot of Mount Fuji
- Enjoy 30 minutes of unlimited fresh strawberry picking limited to spring
- Step directly into the fifth station of Mount Fuji, located at an altitude of 2,305 meters, and feel the pristine forest and white clouds surrounding you
- Enjoy Yamanashi specialty "Fuji Sakura Pork" and wild vegetables and mushrooms steamed in a basket for lunch
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Seasonal | Spring Cherry Blossom, Seasonal Fruit Picking |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Theme parks, Food tour・Izakaya Hopping, Eco-tourism, Power spots |
| Transport | Charter car, Bus tour |
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Lake Motosu Fuji Shibazakura Festival - A pink carpet of shibazakura leaves is spread across the foot of Mount Fuji. Together with the colorful blue, white and pink hues and the view of the remaining snow on Mount Fuji in the distance, it is an absolutely beautiful memory that can fill up your camera's memory card!
Just follow your own pace, stroll through the sea of flowers, gaze at the beauty of Mount Fuji, look down at Lake Kawaguchi or the sea of clouds, and leisurely take in all the beautiful scenery!
Yamanashi Fuji Fruit Park offers the opportunity to pick ripe strawberries in a greenhouse, enjoying freshly picked and eaten within 30 minutes, experiencing the joy of picking seasonal fruits. There's also a Baumkuchen factory and various specialty products for sale.
Mt. Fuji 5th Station - Mt. Fuji is one of Japan's most important symbols. The 5th Station is located on the mountainside at an altitude of 2,305 meters, surrounded by primeval forests, with fluffy white clouds floating at your feet. You can step directly into Mt. Fuji! ※If you cannot reach the 5th Station of Mt. Fuji due to inclement weather or transportation reasons, the itinerary will be changed to Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Asama Shrine.
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【Notes】
Group and individual package tours are subject to the Standardized Domestic Travel Contract issued by the Tourism Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, R.O.C. By completing your reservation, you agree to and accept the terms of the Standardized International Travel Contract .
Reminders
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Some plans are based on a single group, but generally the minimum group size is 20. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour will be cancelled and a cancellation notice will be sent by email 7 days before departure.
Please confirm your tour number on site and meet in front of Shinjuku i-Land Tower (in front of the LOVE statue).
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes early. The bus will depart on time. Latecomers will not be accepted. Latecomers will be deemed no-shows and no refunds will be given. Please note.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the tour.
Due to road conditions and other factors, the tour may result in adjustments to the duration of your visit or cancellation of some attractions. Return arrival times may also be significantly delayed. Please be aware of this.
The above itinerary is only an estimated arrival time. Traffic conditions are beyond our control. Please avoid arranging activities on that evening. We apologize for any delays.
Mount Fuji may not be visible due to weather conditions.
The flower viewing period may be slightly delayed due to weather conditions. Once the tour is completed, the tour will depart as scheduled regardless of the flowering conditions. Please note that you cannot cancel your reservation free of charge due to weather conditions.
Please understand that itinerary changes and attraction cancellations may occur due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather.
Please be advised that the departure time and route of each sightseeing spot may be adjusted depending on the road conditions on the day.
Vehicle Type: Vehicles are assigned based on the number of participants. For small groups, a driver and accompanying personnel will be assigned to provide full tour services. No additional tour leader or guide will be provided. Upon arrival at each attraction, passengers will be free to explore freely.
Mount Fuji's Gokogen is at an altitude of 2,305 meters. The average temperature is about 10-15 degrees Celsius lower than the average temperature on the plains. We recommend taking precautions against the cold and wearing comfortable shoes.
If the Fuji Subaru Line is closed due to bad weather or traffic, we will not be able to reach the 5th station of Mount Fuji. We will change the itinerary to Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine. Please note that we cannot reach the 5th station of Mount Fuji due to bad weather or traffic.
If the moss phlox is past its peak beauty, the visit may be shortened.
Infants under 3 years old who do not occupy a seat or include a meal can join the tour free of charge. If you are traveling with an infant, please inform us in the "Remarks" section when booking.
If you have food allergies, please inform us of the ingredients when placing your order. We will do our best to prepare alternatives. If we are unable to prepare, we will contact you by email. Please prepare your own food, but no refunds or compensation will be given.
Due to limited luggage storage space, please inform us in the remarks section if you wish to bring a large suitcase on board. Please be advised that if the luggage compartment is full, you may not be able to bring your suitcase on board.
After the trip has departed, if the trip is terminated due to force majeure such as weather conditions or natural disasters, the unfulfilled itinerary will be refunded based on the actual expenses incurred. However, additional expenses such as return transportation costs or local accommodation expenses will be borne by the passenger.
If Yamanashi Fuji Fruit Park is unable to provide fruit picking services, fruit picking services will be provided at other nearby tourist orchards.
The ripening period of fruits will vary depending on the weather, and it is also possible to eat fruits that have been picked in advance.
Passengers under the age of 18 cannot participate alone and must be accompanied by a passenger aged 18 or above.
During the experience, you may be seated at the same table or table with fellow passengers on the bus or restaurant. This is subject to the tour leader and facility arrangements on the day.
Please note that bus seats are subject to on-site allocation and cannot be specified.
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 41 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 5% will apply
- For cancellations made 31 to 40 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 10% will apply
- For cancellations made 21 to 30 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Fuji Shibazakura Festival showcases approximately 500,000 vibrant moss phlox flowers spread across a vast field at the base of Mount Fuji. These pink, white, and purple blooms create a stunning carpet, offering a beautiful contrast with the majestic backdrop of Mount Fuji. It's renowned as the largest moss phlox expanse in the Tokyo metropolitan area.
The Fuji Shibazakura Festival is held in the Fuji Motosuko Resort area, located at the base of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. This specific location provides direct, breathtaking views of Mount Fuji towering over the colorful flower fields, making it a highly picturesque setting.
Visitors to the Fuji Shibazakura Festival can immerse themselves in a breathtaking landscape of vibrant moss phlox and enjoy spectacular photo opportunities with Mount Fuji as a backdrop. Beyond the flowers, the experience may include local food stalls, souvenir shops, and activities that celebrate the spring season, offering a memorable sensory and visual feast.
The optimal season to visit the Fuji Shibazakura Festival for peak blooms is typically from mid-April to late May. The exact timing can vary slightly each year depending on weather conditions, so it is recommended to check the official festival bloom forecast closer to your travel dates to ensure the best viewing experience.
For visiting Fuji Fifth Station from Tokyo, public transportation generally involves taking a train or highway bus to the Fuji Five Lakes area (e.g., Kawaguchiko Station), then transferring to a local bus service that travels up to the Fifth Station. Alternatively, joining an organized day tour provides direct, hassle-free transportation from a central Tokyo departure point, making multi-stop itineraries more efficient.
Visiting multiple attractions like the Fuji Shibazakura Festival and a strawberry farm in one day from Tokyo is highly convenient with an organized day tour. Such tours typically manage all transportation logistics, ensuring seamless travel between different sites. This structured approach allows visitors to efficiently experience diverse activities without the stress of independent planning or navigating unfamiliar routes.
Yes, it is entirely feasible to visit multiple attractions, including Fuji Fifth Station and the Shibazakura Festival, on a one-day trip from Tokyo. Organized day tours are specifically designed for this purpose, providing a well-structured itinerary that efficiently covers these popular sites. These tours depart from Tokyo in the morning and return by evening, maximizing sightseeing within a single day.
Taking an organized day tour to Fuji Fifth Station and the Shibazakura Festival offers significant advantages over independent travel. Benefits include convenient round-trip transportation from Tokyo, a pre-planned itinerary that maximizes time at each location, and often includes guided commentary or additional experiences like strawberry picking and lunch. This eliminates the complexities of public transport schedules, transfers, and parking, providing a relaxed and comprehensive sightseeing experience.
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