Lake Kawaguchiko

Sail across the serene waters of Lake Kawaguchiko, surrounded by stunning views of Mount Fuji and the tranquil natural landscape.

The Lake Kawaguchiko sightseeing boat “Appare” is a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station, with its boarding point at Funatsuhama on the shore of Lake Kawaguchi. This purely Japanese-style pleasure boat is modeled after the Ataka ships of the Kai Takeda Navy, a naval force during the Warring States period. Its design combines elegance and bravery, accented with the Takeda diamond and red armor, both of which are synonymous with the Takeda army.
On clear days, enjoy the unobstructed, 360-degree panoramic view of the majestic Mount Fuji from the observation deck.
The spacious interior, designed to resemble a tatami room, a symbol of Japanese culture, features a large 50-inch monitor, providing historical and tourist information about the beautiful Mount Fuji and the surrounding area, even on rainy days.

Lake Kawaguchi, where the Tenparu sails, is famous for its upside-down Fuji, as sung in the song, “The waterless estuary sea, buried beneath the lofty peaks of Mt. Fuji, casts its shadow.”
At 839 meters above sea level, it’s 110 meters higher than Lake Ashi in Hakone, with a circumference of 20 kilometers and a maximum depth of 25 meters. It’s the second largest of the Fuji Five Lakes after Lake Yamanaka, and is filled with a tropical brightness.
The lake’s waters are home to carp, crucian carp, smelt, and black bass, making it a popular tourist destination throughout the year. In the middle of the lake is Unoshima, the only island among the Fuji Five Lakes. Enjoy the upside-down Fuji, which can only be seen when weather conditions are favorable.

To learn more: https://www.fujigokokisen.jp/