Experience local culture at Oku-Kawaguchiko Furusato Festival

Kawaguchiko, Japan •

Underrated

Walking required

Yes

Outdoor, mostly flat ground; some walking to viewing areas required.

Value for money

High

Free entry, incredible experience; great value for money.

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Not ideal

Our analysis

No analysis available

Reviews from other travelers

Summarised by AI

Romantic Evening

Couples loved the fireworks and lantern displays. Very romantic setting for a date.

Cultural Delight

Visitors felt immersed in Japanese culture. Bon dance and taiko drums were a highlight.

Picturesque Setting

The lake and Mt. Fuji backdrop made for stunning photos. Great for couples.

Parking Problems

Couples found parking difficult. Public transport is highly recommended for this event.

Single Day

It's only on August 15th! Plan ahead or you'll miss this experience.

Crowd Concerns

The event gets very crowded. Be prepared to navigate through lots of people.

How to book

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Hours of operation

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Friday

Closed

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

When to visit

We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.

Month

Crowd Level

Weather

Availability

Our recommendation

December

LOW

-2-8°C

Cold and crisp with possibility of frost. Occasional snow on Mt. Fuji. Days are shorter.

Closed

The festival is not held in December. Some tourist services may have reduced hours.

Not recommended

Cold winter conditions prevail, with the festival not operating at this time. Suitable for peaceful winter scenery.

January

LOW

-1-8°C

Cold and dry; occasional snowfall possible. Crisp air, clear visibility, and little rainfall. Early mornings and nights are very cold.

Closed

Oku-Kawaguchiko Furusato Festival is not held in January; most cultural events and local festivals are inactive. Outdoor activities may face weather constraints.

Not recommended

January in Kawaguchiko is characterized by cold winter weather, low visitor numbers, and limited festival or cultural activity. Not suitable for experiencing the Oku-Kawaguchiko Furusato Festival.

February

LOW

Open

Not recommended

March

LOW

Open

Not recommended

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