Yamanashi sightseeing recommended photo spot & driving course in autumn

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Activity Japan Editorial Department

This time, Recommended sightseeing spots and driving course in Yamanashi in autumn featured.

Yamanashi Speaking of grape picking or peach picking such as fruit picking Also popular!
Sightseeing spots carefully selected by the Activity Japan editorial department from a unique perspective I will introduce

Autumn Yamanashi is full of charm! Please refer to it.

Yamanashi Recommended Autumn Sightseeing & Photo Spot 1: Shosenkyo

Yamanashi Autumn Shosenkyo

Yamanashi Kofu City It is in" Shosenkyo Gorge "teeth," The most beautiful valley in Japan ”, A sightseeing spot designated as a special scenic spot of the country is.

Cliffs built over a long period of time and " Top 100 waterfalls in Japan " selected as " Sengataki Waterfall ” and other beautiful scenery spreads out.

Shosenkyo is well-maintained with promenades, and it is possible to take a walk on various courses, from beginner courses to advanced courses.
Also, Shosenkyo Gorge is one of Yamanashi's best autumn foliage spots ! In Shosenkyo, there are many autumn leaves spots that you will want to take pictures of. In autumn, you can enjoy the autumn leaves while walking, so many tourists visit every year.

Around Shosenkyo Then Yamanashi's famous hoto making experience or Mountain Bike Tours is popular .
Please come and participate.

[Yamanashi/Kofu] Koshu specialty at Shosenkyo! Hoto Handmade Experience & Meal Plan

Shosenkyo Sawarabi
Kofu/Yumura/Shosenkyo
2,200 Yen~ (tax included)

“Shosenkyo Sawarabi” is a restaurant where you can experience hoto making, soba making, ozara making, and authentic charcoal-grilled cuisine.

[Yamanashi, Shosenkyo] Beginner's MTB Experience Tour! Ride the ropeway to one of Japan's most scenic spots, Shosenkyo, and enjoy a mountain bike tour that runs along an ancient road that connects history to the summit.

Mountain Guardian
Kofu/Yumura/Shosenkyo
16,000 Yen~ (tax included)

Why not try a new adventure in Shosenkyo, one of Japan's most scenic spots? This area, crisscrossed with the approach to Kanazakura Shrine and community roads, is home to an old mountain path called "Mugizaka Road." This is a new mountain bike tour that takes you on a ride on the Shosenkyo Ropeway, where you can enjoy a trail ride from the top of the mountain. Once you get on the ropeway,

Yamanashi Recommended Autumn Sightseeing & Photo Spot 2: Arakurayama Sengen Park

Mt.Fuji and sunset seen from Arakurayama Sengen Park in Yamanashi

Yamanashi Fujiyoshida City It is in Arakurayama .
" Arakurayama Sengen Park "teeth, Popular as a superb view spot where Mt. Fuji can be seen is!

The view spreads out so that the tiredness after hiking and petit mountain climbing will be blown away at once.
In the park, it is a symbolic existence of Fujiyoshida citizens five-storied pagoda " Chureito Pagoda ” towers over, Autumn leaves, Mt.Fuji, and the five-storied pagoda create a beautiful contrast. , I can't stop pressing the shutter!

Fujiyoshida City, where Arakurayama Sengen Park is located, Lake Kawaguchi Various activities are popular due to its proximity.

After walking around Arakurayama Sengen Park, canoe or SUP Why don't you join us?

Yamanashi Prefecture/Mt. Fuji area [Unknown destination guided tour] Visiting the large crater and lava cave

[Mt. Fuji nature play] Spicy jam
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
10,500 circle 9,000 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

864 AD. Aokigahara Jukai was formed by the Jogan eruption. You can find out by looking it up on the internet. You will never get there with just internet knowledge. A local guide will read the few materials left by our ancestors, read maps, study the topography, and explore unknown large craters and bottomless caves that we discovered with our own feet. I don't really want to tell anyone.

[Yamanashi / Mt.Fuji] Completely private! It was televised. "Ice cave" exploration + "Forest of Life Aokigahara Jukai" walk For families, groups and couples

FUJI HAT
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
8,800 Yen~ (tax included)

I'm a little worried about the people around me. Confidence in physical strength... Because it's a corona misfortune. Complete solution! ! It is a plan with only one set each time! Whether it's good or bad, the guide is all to yourself ^^ If you have more than 5 people, please use the advantageous plan.

[Yamanashi/ Kawaguchiko] Daytime plan (10 o'clock) Walk on the lake with a view of Mt. Fuji ♪ Canadian canoe experience tour

A DAY
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
6,300 Yen~ (tax included)

It is a 120-minute tour on a Canadian canoe at Lake Kawaguchi, one of the Fuji Five Lakes. After passing through the lava zone, there is a vast lake! Fuji seen from the lake is a masterpiece. Let's monopolize the wonderful scenery! The plan also includes landing on the island of cormorants. Take a walk around the island and refresh your mind and body ♪ An activity unrelated to honey! let's play hard

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Yamanashi Recommended Autumn Sightseeing & Photo Spot 3: Nanatsugama Godan Falls

Yamanashi Nanatsugama Godan Falls and Autumn Leaves

Yamanashi City・ Nishizawa Valley One of the waterfalls in Nanatsugama Godan Falls "teeth A scenic spot boasting one of the most beautiful valleys in Japan is.
" Top 100 waterfalls in Japan ” was also selected, The contrast between the emerald green basin and the white splashes is a masterpiece!

After about 2 hours of hiking from the entrance of Nishizawa Valley, you will be greeted by a splendid landscape full of negative ions.

Nanatsugama Godan-no-Taki Falls has its charm in every season. Autumn leaves season is especially recommended .
The contrast between the waterfall and autumn leaves is amazing! It is a recommended photo spot in autumn.

around hot spring because there is hiking It is also recommended to heal the body afterward!

[Yamanashi/ Fuefuki City] Plenty of pottery experience with 900g of clay (about 2 hours) 20 minutes to Isawa Onsen! Enjoy a leisurely holiday

Pottery Hishi Koubou
Isawa・Katsunuma・Enzan
3,300 Yen~ (tax included)

Why don't you experience making pottery at a pottery workshop surrounded by nature in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture? It's a lot of fun to touch the clay and imagine how it will look like when it's baked. Please enjoy a special encounter with your own special vessel.

Yamanashi Autumn Recommended Sightseeing & Driving Course 1: Route 139

Mt. Fuji in autumn seen from Route 139

Route 139 teeth Shizuoka Fuji City start from Yamanashi A route whose end point is Okutama-cho, Tokyo via .
In Yamanashi Prefecture, Route passing near Fuji Five Lakes other than Lake Yamanaka However, you can enjoy the scenery of the lakeside while driving.

In the section that passes through Fujiyoshida city, the scenery from the train window is wonderful, including the scenic point where you can see Mt.

Autumn is the best season for driving as the surrounding scenery changes color.

How about taking a break from driving and participating in activities on the lake?
looking at autumn leaves SUP or, canoe is the best!

Yamanashi Autumn Recommended Sightseeing & Driving Course 2: Route 137 (Misaka Michi)

Autumn leaves and Mt. Fuji seen from Tengachaya

" Michi Misaka known by the nickname of Route 137 teeth, General road from Yamanashi/Fujiyoshida City to Fuefuki City is.

There are several observatories along the way from which you can enjoy a spectacular view of Mt. Fuji. Tengachaya A beautiful view spreads from .

At "Tengachaya" you can eat Yamanashi's specialty "Hoto", so it's a great place to take a break from driving!

Also, In autumn, the whole area is dyed red, and you can enjoy the autumn leaves drive. .

Since it is a route around Lake Kawaguchi, it is also recommended to stop by and participate in activities!

Yamanashi Autumn Recommended Sightseeing & Driving Course 3: Daibosatsu Line

Yamanashi Autumn Great Bodhisattva Line

Tokyo Hachioji City from Yamanashi Kofu City up to Route 411 .
the The section from the prefectural border on National Route 411 to Yamanashi and Fuefuki City but" Daibosatsu Line "is.

Because the Daibosatsu line is surrounded by mountains and rivers, You can enjoy driving while feeling the magnificent nature of Yamanashi. .

In autumn, the surrounding mountains change color all at once. Please enjoy the autumn leaves drive on the Daibosatsu Line.

Around Daibosatsu Line, fruit picking is popular. Let's enjoy autumn with autumn leaves and delicious fruits!

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Recommended autumn sightseeing in Yamanashi! Popular activity rankings

1 rank

[Yamanashi, Lake Saiko, Kayak Rental] Dogs are welcome! Rent a complete kayak and cruise freely! 120 minutes

Nagomi Nature Connections
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
4,400 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (2 reviews and experiences)

This plan allows you to just rent the equipment and paddle freely! It's a great deal because there's no guide accompanying you! A simple lesson is included, so you'll be able to paddle right away! (If you're worried, we recommend the guided plan!) [Let's paddle freely on Lake Saiko!] Lake Saiko is a moderately sized lake with a circumference of about 10 kilometers. It's located right next to Lake Kawaguchiko, so it's easy to access.

2 rank

Accompanied by a certified instructor [Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture] Cruise around the secluded Lake Saiko. Cruising the rugged Lake Saiko. Safe for children and those with no prior experience of SUP.

SUP experience A_STAND Mt, Fuji
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
6,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (35 reviews and experiences)

[Accompanied by a certified instructor!] First, you will receive a lecture on land, then enter the lake! Once you have experienced SUP near the shore and become accustomed to it, you will cruise Lake Saiko! You can enjoy the rustic atmosphere of Lake Saiko, surrounded by the birdsong, the fish swimming, the Misaka Mountains and the Aokigahara Jukai forest, from a different perspective. There are also lodging facilities such as guesthouses and campsites scattered nearby, making it a great place to stay.

3 rank

[Yamanashi Prefecture, Lake Kawaguchi] Autumn outings - Lake Kawaguchi Canadian experience - 120-minute course - Canoeing on the lake and a trip to make memories

Fuji Manyusha Co., Ltd.
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
6,600 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (31 reviews and experiences)

Canoe type: The Canadian canoe used in the experience is a type of canoe, and is usually carried by 2 to 3 people, and is paddled using a tool called a paddle. It is relatively stable, has an open deck, has a high loading capacity, and is characterized by its leisurely touring. Field: The experience will be held in the Fuji Five Lakes at the foot of Mount Fuji, a World Heritage Site.

4 rank

[Yamanashi Prefecture, Lake Kawaguchi, Fuefuki City] Field Archery Experience Pack

Kagami Archery
Kofu/Yumura/Shosenkyo
3,300 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

This is a field archery experience plan. The experience location is in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, and is easily accessible, just a 20-minute drive from Lake Kawaguchi and Isawa Onsen. ♪ Anyone over elementary school age (※1), including families and friends with children, can feel free to try it out! After learning how to shoot archery, you can go around the field course. On rainy days, you can rent rain gear for free. Roof

5 rank

[Yamanashi, Fuji Five Lakes, Lake Saiko, Kayaking] Dogs are welcome! Enjoy the lake with ease with this 120-minute Lake Saiko Kayaking experience!

Nagomi Nature Connections
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
6,600 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (152 reviews and experiences)

・In fact, 95% of participants are beginners. It is also popular with people with dogs! Casual clothing is allowed! The good thing about kayaking is that anyone can easily paddle. The kayaks we use are "leisure kayaks" that are highly stable and suitable for beginners, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind. "What is Lake Saiko?" ・Long ago, most of the huge lake was buried by lava flows from Mt. Fuji.

6 rank

[Mount Fuji/Lake Kawaguchi] [Cave Exploration Tour] Mysterious Forest and Ice Cave

[Mt. Fuji nature play] Spicy jam
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
7,500 circle 6,500 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!
  • 4.9
  • (77 reviews and experiences)

Plan Description: Aokigahara Jukai is a forest shrouded in mysteries and many people are unaware of its true form. A mysterious cave suddenly appears in this majestic forest. Throughout the tour, you will encounter numerous mysteries. Welcome to the ultimate mystery-solving entertainment. This is a grand adventure plan packed into three hours, where you will unravel the mysterious history of approximately 1,200 years with a guide!

7 rank

[Yamanashi, Otsuki City] Glassblowing experience - Make a Mt. Fuji flower vase! You can participate empty-handed!

Shiraishi Glass Studio
Otsuki, Tsuru, Doshi Valley
4,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (8 reviews and experiences)

You can freely combine various colored glass, such as lapis lazuli, to create a Mt. Fuji flower vase! It's perfect as a gift or a memento of your trip! The workshop is located on a hill overlooking Mt. Fuji, and a pleasant breeze blows through. Enjoy the experience surrounded by nature!

8 rank

[Yamanashi, Otsuki] Create your own original glasswork with the authentic glassblowing experience "airblowing"! Same-day reservations accepted, just come empty-handed!

Shiraishi Glass Studio
Otsuki, Tsuru, Doshi Valley
4,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

Experience glassblowing by blowing air into molten glass to inflate and shape it. Using a technique called "free-blowing" that does not require a mold, you can create glasses, small bowls, vases, wind chimes, accessories, paperweights, and more. Children aged 4 and over can also participate, so it's a great opportunity for a family trip!

9 rank

[Yamanashi / Otsuki] Glasswork experience ~ A lifelong memory for your family! "Making baby's handprints and footprints" Same-day reservations accepted. Come empty-handed!

Shiraishi Glass Studio
Otsuki, Tsuru, Doshi Valley
3,500 Yen~ (tax included)

This plan allows you to leave your baby's handprints and footprints in a glass mold. While ceramic molds are common, there aren't many places that make molds using glass. The thickness makes it possible to create a more realistic mold. Why not make this as a one-of-a-kind keepsake for your family?

10 rank

[Fuji Five Lakes / Lake Saiko / Night] "Wild Deer Observation Event at Lake Saiko" ★ Full refund if you can't see anything

[Mt. Fuji nature play] Spicy jam
Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Saiko, Fujiyoshida, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu
3,500 circle 3,000 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!
  • 5.0
  • (13 reviews and experiences)

★'If you can't see anything, we'll refund you' campaign★ Our sighting success rate to date is an astonishing 100%. We're confident. That's why we're running a campaign! (Limited time only) ~Plan description~ Lake Sai, where you can hear the breath of wild animals right there. In a secret area only the guide knows, you can carefully observe wild animals. With a light in hand, go left and right. Use your five senses to turn the tide.

Enjoy autumn and autumn leaves in Yamanashi!

Mountain stream and autumn leaves of Shosenkyo, Yamanashi

Recommended sightseeing and photo spots and driving course in Yamanashi in autumn introduced.

Yamanashi has many scenic spots other than the famous Mt. Fuji.

Yamanashi is full of autumn foliage, fruit picking and the charm of autumn. Please try to go out!

*The content of this article is current as of September 2025.

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