Hello! This is the Otsuki Tourism Association. WE WILL INTRODUCE THE CHARM OF OTSUKI CITY, YAMANASHI PREFECTURE, A LAND RICH IN NATURE AT THE FOOT OF MT. FUJI, IN A COOL JAPAN VIDEO! □■□ What is Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture? □■□ Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture is a city with a population of about 21,000 located in the eastern part of Yamanashi Prefecture, and is surrounded by Mt. Fuji and the Tanzawa Mountains. Access from central Tokyo is about 1 hour by limited express on the JR Chuo Line, and less than 2 hours by Conventional train. By car, it takes about 60 minutes from Shinjuku to Otsuki Interchange on the Chuo Expressway. Also, it takes about 40 minutes from Otsuki Station to Mt. Fuji Station on the Fujikyuko Line, so it is recommended to stop by when climbing Mt. Fuji. □■□History of Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture□□ In the Edo period, Important Highways such as the Koshu-kaido (now National Route 52) passed through Otsuki City, making it a prosperous trading and logistics hub. In 1954, the 3 towns and 4 villages of Otsuki Town, Saruhashi Town, Shichiho Town, Yanagawa Village, Hatsukari Village, Sasago Village, and Nigioka Village merged to form the sixth city in Yamanashi Prefecture. The following year, Tomihama Village was merged to form the current Otsuki City. □■□ Introducing 5 sightseeing spots in Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture □■□ 【Kai no Saruhashi (Monkey Bridge)】 Kai no Saruhashi Bridge is one of Japan's Three Odd Bridges, along with Kintai Bridge in Iwakuni and Kiso Bridge, and is designated as a national scenic spot. The 30-meter-long bridge has a special structure that does not use any piers at all. 【Mt. Iwadono】 It is a mountain with an altitude of 634 meters that can be visited in about 20 minutes on foot from Otsuki Station. There is also a mountain trail from the entrance to the summit, and you can climb it in about 1 hour one way. In the spring season, you will be greeted by about 300 cherry trees. 【Katsuragawa Wellness Park】 Located on a hill overlooking eastern Yamanashi Prefecture, Katsuragawa Wellness Park is a spot where you can enjoy playground equipment, Dog Run, and Barbecue. It is a spot where you can enjoy nature and is popular with families. 【Maki Oiseyama】 Maki Oiseyama is known as the village of 3,000 cherry blossoms, and as one of the leading cherry blossom viewing spots in Yamanashi Prefecture, it is crowded with many tourists during the cherry blossom season. 【Yamanashi Overnight Hot Spring Yorimichi no Yu】 It is a hot spring facility that opened in 2018, and you can enjoy not only lodging but also day trips. □■□ Twelve views of Mt.□ in Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture□ The "Twelve views of Mt." was established in 1992 as an excellent view of 20 mountains and 12 views of Otsuki City, where you can see the beautiful Mt. Fuji. ・List of List of 12 views 1 Mt. Mt. Ganagaburasuri and Mt. 2 Ushioku-no-Gangabarasuri, Koganezawa 3 Okura Takamaru・Hamaiba 4 Mt. Takigozan and Sasago Mt. 5 Mount Narakura 6 Ougiyama 7 Mt. Momokura 8 Mt. Iwadono and Mt. 9 Mt. Mt. Kuradake 10 Mt. Mt. Kuki, Mt. 11 Mount Mt. Takagawa 12 Mt. Seihachi □■□ festival and event □ in Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture■□ The "Bonfire Citizens' Festival" is the largest event in Otsuki City held every summer, and there are many stalls where Mikoshi (portable shrine) procession, Yosakoi Soran, Awa Odori, and Folk Songs are performed on National Route 20, which has been closed to traffic. In 2023, it was held for the first time in four years due to the Coronavirus pandemic, and many tourists visited. □■□Specialty products and souvenirs of Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture□■□ Speaking of Otsuki City's specialties, "Sasago Mochi" is famous. It has been loved by many people for more than 100 years. Sake and wine made in Otsuki City are also popular as Souvenirs, and the special taste using local water and raw materials makes you feel the rich nature of Otsuki City. □■□ Enjoy your trip to Otsuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture □■□ With the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, rich nature, and sightseeing spots where you can feel the history, Otsuki City is full of charms that will captivate everyone who visits. We will send out recommended information so that you can visit Otsuki City, so thank you.

Yamanashi Prefecture Fujikawaguchiko Scenery seen from the rooftop Footbath of Mr./Ms. Konan Sou The sunset and Mt. Fuji are beautiful.

Yamanashi Prefecture Kawaguchiko Momiji Corridor Moon and Autumn leaves The Autumn leaves during the day were beautiful, but the Autumn leaves at night were also beautiful with their bright red shining in the night sky.

It's a classic among the classics, but it's still Mt. Fuji. The view over Lake Kawaguchi just after the sun went down.

Shinkurayama Sengen Shrine, famous for its cherry blossoms The autumn leaves are also beautiful. Japan's Mt. Fuji, autumn leaves and a three-storied pagoda It seems that this is already a major spot for foreigners, and there are many overseas tourists whenever I go.

Yamanashi Fujiyoshida Niikura Sengenyama Shrine Mt. Fuji× Chureito × cherry blossoms It is an auspicious place ♡to see this collaboration ᴗ̈*⑅୨୧ The view from climbing the long stairs was even more beautiful❀

The autumn leaves of Yatsugatake seen from the Kiyosato Highland are a masterpiece.

It is a relief to see Mt. Fuji. In addition, during the autumn season, you can see the competition between the autumn leaves on the lakeside and Mt. Fuji. I have to go again this year This year's Lake Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival starts on October 28th.

Deep red autumn leaves and Mt. Fuji over Lake Kawaguchi.

Superb view spot of Mt. Fuji Yamanashi Prefecture, Mt. Fuji from Shindo Pass (3) I was so impressed that I was shooting until the morning An even more moving sunrise came. I think I met the most spectacular view of my life. Mt. Fuji bathed in anti-twilight rays, a rare natural phenomenon A vast sea of clouds at the foot of the mountain It was a superb view of the sunrise that could not have been better.

Superb view spot of Mt. Fuji Yamanashi Prefecture, Mt. Fuji from Shindo Pass (2) Cars can't even break in. Climb the pass road in the middle of the night for more than an hour, and only those who reach it can admire the superb view. I was moved to tears by how beautiful it was.

Superb view spot of Mt. Fuji Yamanashi Prefecture, Mt. Fuji from Shindo Pass Cars can't even break in. Climb the pass road in the middle of the night for more than an hour, and only those who reach it can admire the superb view. I was moved to tears by how beautiful it was.

I was able to meet a wonderful sunset

Yamanashi Prefecture, Niikurayama Sengen Park, I took a picture with a standard composition. The weather was very good and we could see Mt. Fuji clearly. There are many visitors from overseas, and I was made to realize that it is a spot that represents Japan.

Introducing the photos posted on "Everyone's Post"! This is a pickup post of the inbound tourism information SNS "Cool Japan Video". Today, I would like to introduce a post by "Nguyen Vu". The contrast between the vivid tulips, the blue sky and the clouds is wonderful. Located in Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru-gun, Yamanashi Prefecture, Yamanakako Hanako Park is a popular tourist spot with a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji visited by many tourists. The park is divided into "flower garden / farm area" and "paid area", and you can enjoy the vivid flowers of the four seasons in each area. The vast plateau at an altitude of 1000m is a sight to behold. Cherry blossom trees, tulips and poppies bloom in spring, sunflowers bloom in summer, cosmos bloom in autumn, and each season has a different charm. The blue carpet of nemophila, which can be seen at the water and flower theme park "Seiryu no Sato" (paid area), is also popular as a photo spot. In addition, an illumination event is held every winter, and the fantastic view of Mt. Fuji and nature is a must-see. You can check the flowering status in the park on the official website, so why not check it out when you visit? You can also take a walk with your pet (lead required), so it is also recommended to take a walk with your dog. ◆Lake Yamanaka Hanato Park◆ 【Address】〒401-0501 Yamanashi Prefecture Minamitsuru-gun Yamanakako Village Yamanaka 1650 【Access】By car: About 5 minutes from Yamanakako IC on Higashi-Fuji Five Lakes Road 【Parking lot】Available (charged) For more information, please visit the official website.

Cherry blossoms of Lake Yamanaka and Mt. Fuji in the morning Yamanakako Village, Yamanashi

Fuji is in the background. Chureito Pagoda in the front. Must see.

It was foggy in the morning, but I enjoyed the atmosphere at the Yamanakako. That's why I decided to post this picture, the mysterious yet fascinating feel of the place guarantees to draw all your attention.

The majestic Mt. Red Fuji ? and a Ipponzakura ? tree about 330 years old. "Cherry blossom spots in Yamanashi Prefecture" I've been wanting to take pictures for a long time, and the other day the weather forecast said that it would be cloudy for a day, but I could see Mt. Fuji, so I got up from work after the night shift and went straight to the cherry blossoms in the alligator mound to take a place. When I arrived at the site, it was 2:30 p.m., and there were quite a few photographers and tourists, but I managed to get a place. I was relieved. When I came to the site, I could see Mt. Fuji well, the weather was getting better, and it was gradually clearing ☀️. I thought it would be okay if I kept going like this, but I was sleepy, but I was excited to see Mt. Fuji and the weather was good, and I was getting less and less sleepy. I waited for 3-4 hours until it was lit up, and I could see the red Fuji in the evening, and the cherry blossoms and red Fuji were beautiful. After all, it was a very popular Mt. Fuji photo spot, and there were many photographers and tourists. The illuminated cherry blossoms and Mt. Fuji are the most beautiful. I was finally able to take a picture. Benifuji and Ipponzakura ??? Cherry blossoms at the alligator mound and Mt. Fuji Cherry blossoms in Wanizuka, Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture.

Upside-down Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms From the north shore of Lake Kawaguchiko, you can enjoy 100 cherry trees with the majestic Mt. Fuji and the lake surface in the background, making it a great photo spot. Cherry blossom viewing while strolling along the rows of cherry blossom trees along the lakeshore is also exceptional. Kawaguchiko, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi

"Spring in Japan is beautiful" Mt. Fuji at sunrise and Motoki cherry blossoms Beautiful cherry blossoms bathed in sunlight. Photographed in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture

★ The 16th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Sightseeing spots Japan to visit in spring" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce a post by "Phúc Jindo"! The powerful view of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms is superb. Lake Kawaguchiko, located in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture, is one of the popular tourist destinations of the Fuji Five Lakes. The surrounding area is full of scenic spots of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms. Many tourists visit every year. ◆Lake Kawaguchi◆ 【Address】〒401-0301 Yamanashi Prefecture Minamitsuru-gun Fujikawaguchiko Town 【Access】 About a 10-minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station on the Fujikyu Line

Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine is one of the constituent assets of the World Cultural Heritage "Mt. Fuji - Object of Worship and Source of Art". There is a torii gate in the sky here. It took about 30 minutes on foot from Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine, and I arrived at it while getting into a cutthroat, but the view from here was just superb.

Oshino Hakkai has eight ponds that spring from the rain and snowmelt of Mt. Fuji. It used to be a sacred place, but many people still visit it as a power spot. On snowy winter days, the nostalgic mountain village scenery becomes even more attractive. I was finally able to see the snowy scenery of Oshino Hakkai

Niikurayama Sengen Shrine where you can see the Japan-like Mt. Fuji and the five-storied pagoda together. It is famous for the cherry blossom season in spring, but the snowy scenery with snow in winter is also the best. I thought it wasn't that crowded at this time of year, but when I arrived at 6 a.m., it was full of photographers.

★ The 15th COOL JAPAN VIDEOS Photo Contest is currently being ★ held under the theme of "Recommended Japan Sightseeing Spots in 2023" We look forward to receiving many applications from you! This time, we will introduce "natsu"'s post! The view of the torii gate, the highest mountain in Japan, and Mt. Fuji is superb. Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine is a tourist destination registered as a World Cultural Heritage Site. The shrine has seven 1,200-year-old sacred trees and is designated as a natural monument. About a 30-minute walk from Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine, the "Torii in the Sky" is a hot topic on SNS as a photo spot. ◆Kawaguchi Sengen Shrine◆ 【Address】〒401-0304 Yamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru-gun, Fujikawaguchiko-cho, Kawaguchi 1119-2 【Access】 20 minutes by bus from JR Fujikyu Line Kawaguchiko Station 3-minute walk from Kawaguchi Post Office bus stop 【Parking】Available / 5 buses, 30 ordinary spaces Please check the official website for details.

Oshino Hakkai is a unique spot in the Fuji Five Lakes regional which is also a mount fuji world heritage site having super clear blue water pond. From there you can see a brilliant view of Mt.Fuji between traditional thatched roof buildings, and a slowly rotating water wheel, that will surely give you an old-day charm. Another good thing is this place is looks unique and charming in any season of the year.

Red Fuji ? seen from Lake Yamanaka in winter The view of Mt. Fuji dyed red was truly superb. You can take such powerful photos. I thought it was only Mt. Fuji. (using a telephoto lens)

When it comes to Japan, Mt. Fuji is. In particular, I like the so-called child-hugging Fuji from Lake Shoji and often go to shoot, but it was the first time I was able to see such a cap cloud and reflection on the lake surface, and I was very impressed. Mt. Fuji shows a different expression whenever I go, so I really never get tired of it.

A simple and powerful piece with solid red autumn leaves and Mt. Fuji from the shore of Lake Kawaguchi.