Arakurayama Sengen Park provides possibly one of the most iconic views in all of Japan. The park is located in the city of Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture.
Arakurayama Sengen Park is most known for the view of the Chureito Pagoda found at Arakurayama Sengen Shrine, otherwise known as Arakura Fuji Senjen jinja, which features Mount Fuji as a backdrop and is one of the most photographed spots in all of Japan.
Arakura fuji Sengen Jinja is a 6th century shrine that was established with views facing towards Mount Fuji. The aforementioned Chureito Pagoda is a 5-storied Pagoda located further up the hill from the main shrine building, approximately a 5-10 minute walk up about 400 stone steps.
Arakurayama Sengen Park is a popular destination year round thanks to the iconic view of Japan. Just make sure you visit here on a clear day otherwise you might not get a view of fuji at all.
The middle of April is the most popular time to visit the park as the stone stair pathway up to the viewing area is littered with Cherry blossom trees which of course peak in beauty.
Hours and Admission
- Hours: Park is open 24/7
- Entry fee: Free
- Average Time Spent: 1 Hour
Accessing Arakurayama Sengen Park
You can easily access the park via a short walk from Shimoyoshida station, along the Fujikyu railway. Shimoyoshida Station is a short train ride from Mt.Fuji Station, which has connections to the other popular attractions in the nearby area. The train from Mt.Fuji Station to Shimoyoshida Station is only five minutes, and costs 230JPY one way.
The walk to the park will only take you about 10 minutes or less, and it is relatively easy.
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