Fuji Motosuko Resort is one of the best places to enjoy seasonal flowers and spectacular views of Mt. Fuji, especially during the famous Fuji Shibazakura Festival. Here's everything you need to know for planning your visit.

• Fuji Shibazakura Festival:
  Held every spring, this event features over 500,000 shibazakura (pink moss flowers) in full bloom, creating a stunning pink carpet at the foot of Mt. Fuji.

• Unobstructed Views of Mt. Fuji:
  On clear days, you can enjoy perfect, postcard-like views of Japan’s iconic mountain behind the vibrant fields.

• Seasonal Flower Displays:
  In addition to shibazakura, look for other flowers like cherry blossoms (early season) and alpine plants.

• Food and Souvenirs:
  Temporary food stalls sell local specialties, and there's a market area offering Mt. Fuji-themed souvenirs.

• Footbath with a View:
  Some years, a temporary outdoor footbath ("Ashiyu") is set up so you can relax while soaking your feet and admiring Mt. Fuji.

Seasonal Opening Times

• Shibazakura Festival:
  Mid-April to late May (Typically around April 13 to May 26, but exact dates vary yearly depending on bloom conditions.)

• Opening Hours During Festival:
  8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  (Hours may extend slightly during peak bloom.)

How to Get There

By Car:

• From Tokyo, take the Chuo Expressway to Kawaguchiko IC (about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic).

• From Kawaguchiko IC, it’s about a 40-minute drive toward Lake Motosu (Motosuko).

• Parking:
  Large parking lots available during the festival (parking fee around 500 yen).

By Public Transportation:

• Take an express train (e.g., JR Limited Express "Azusa" or "Kaiji") to Kawaguchiko Station (about 2 hours from Shinjuku).

• From Kawaguchiko Station, take a direct shuttle bus to the Fuji Shibazakura Festival site.
  (Festival Shuttle Buses run frequently during event dates. The ride takes about 50 minutes.)

• Alternatively, local buses running toward Motosu area also stop nearby, but shuttle bus is more convenient during the festival.

Admission Fee

• Adults: Around 1,000 yen
  (Fees can vary slightly year to year.)

Note: Admission includes access to all flower areas and festival zones.

Tips for Visiting

• Visit Early in the Morning:
  Mornings offer the clearest views of Mt. Fuji before clouds roll in.

• Bring Cash:
  Some food stalls and shuttle buses may only accept cash.

• Weekdays Are Less Crowded:
  Weekends, especially during peak bloom, can get very crowded.