No matter where you see this mountain from, there's something captivating about the size and shape. It's almost symmetrical and rises out of fairly flat surroundings so it stands out. Apparently it's still an active volcano but fairly docile. Great views from the bullet train that runs from Tokyo to Osaka, as well as the many lakes and campgrounds around it: Kawaguchiko lake has some of the best views.

On a freezing December 2018 morning, while we were coasting Japan, the majestic Mount Fuji came to view. We were passing from quite far, but due to clear sky, it was visible - a breathtaking view.

Beautiful Mount Fuji but sometimes very shy and hiding behind the clouds. If you are lucky you will see the stunning Mount Fuji.

Fantastic Hike up from 2.305m to 3.715m. I did the “daytime bullet climb” which is not recommended by the officials, but my time was limited. Took me up 4.10h and down 2.10h. It is definitely a tough way up. Please consider your fitness level, resilience, weather conditions and your equipment.

It was a majestic sight! There's also poor horses locked up to ropes, waiting for tourist to ride them :( Wish I could visit again and trek up next time, instead of going by tour bus.

Really fun hike with barriers all around. You can easily do this in half a day if there's no traffic. Equipment is not necessary but I would recommend good shoes because you go up and down a gravel road. The trip is free but you can donate 10 euro and get a free keychain. Sadly the bus to the carpark is very expensive.

Iconic Japan. Just need to be lucky with the weather. The queue of traffic to the car park stretched for miles. The queue for the cable car was just as bad to go down. Plan ahead.

Even though it may not be the prettiest mountain to climb in Japan (check japanese northern alps or Kamikochi), it is indeed the most famous one. A long medium-hard climb, occasionally with rocks and steep areas. Anybody in good conditions can reach the top, but bring warm clothes, flashlight and rainwear since the weather at the top is unpredictable and extremely cold and windy (if you want to see the sunrise, then prepare to feel the cold). Also the line of people can become very long, so be extra patient. The view is beautiful, you will be walking above clouds. But the mountain itself is a volcanic rock, so don't expect interesting vegetation or wildlife. There are a lot of huts that sell water, oxygen and food at a premium price. To come to the start of the hiking area, I took the bus from Shinjuku Station. Note that the huts are open only during the hiking season in summer, so check the dates. You can stay overnight at these hut or reach the top departing at night, depending on your hiking plan. Recently they improved the WiFi at the top of the mountain.

Memorable hiking experience, amazing sunrise, challenging rocky sandy track, and aftermath sore muscles awaits.

How can you not love this absolutely beautiful creation from this world. It was a perfect time to visit while it was not too cold, but there is still snow on the mountain. You can stare at the mountain every day to look at this beautiful creation. There are several lake around the mountain. You can look at different perspective so you can enjoy different aspect of the view. Make sure to go during the sunny day, because during rainy time, you could probably not be able to see the mountain thank God for the amazing mother

Visited Japan Hakone in May 23. Love chasing mount Fiji everywhere. Will come back to visit different place and appreciate other sides of the mountain.

Simply breathtaking!!! An ez 10000000/10. Ok so on klook my friend and I managed to find quite a value for money tour which was led by an originally Taiwanese guide who had been living in Japan for 10 years, so as you could tell she was quite conversant in both languages. Immediately presented herself as very knowledgeable and gave ample time for us to take photos of many attractions at the foot of the mountain. Btw we went in the dead of winter so climbing wasn’t allowed, but we were so lucky cos there weren’t many clouds in the sky that day and we had a very clear view of the peak. If you really want to climb Fuji, I would recommend firstly getting a router cos the signal near the mountain is super weak and secondly you can only do so during the summer months. Nevertheless, we could still visit the first checkpoint and get to play with snow! The food at 忍野八海 is super fresh oso wth especially the street takoyaki and the sweet fruit cakes!!! Will definitely take you about at least 6-8 hours to thoroughly explore the area 👍👍👍, can really just take your time, OTOT, and soak in the fresh air… P.S. there are hotels nearby on the mountain face where you can really experience a panoramic view of Fuji-san

Mountain Fuji area has great views. Went in the summer, so there was no ice perk, as they are melted. The Mount Fuji top looks a little plain, however, when climbed up to the Pagoda, the full city view, with the mountain and Pagoda is amazing. At the green ground before climbing up, that is a very good photo taking spot.

Wow what a magnificent site to see the iconic snow capped Mt Fuji, the highest mountain peak in Japan and the 7th highest island peak on earth. First time to visit Japan and definitely one of the highlights of my trip. Highly recommend to visit this place if you’re in Japan..

So beautiful! We went on a sunny day, and it was an amazing view. There are multiple places that you could go from the color bus system to see beautiful mountain from different locations and perspectives. The actual logistics of getting around were chaotic. They had an unclear system of lines and what type of tickets to get. The station workers were helpful even though it took a long time to get to the front to talk to them. It was worth it though!

Mount Fuji (富士山, Fujisan, Japanese: [ɸɯꜜ(d)ʑisaɴ] (About this soundlisten)), located on the island of Honshū (the "mainland"), is the highest mountain in Japan, standing 3,776.24 m (12,389.2 ft). It is the second-highest volcano located on an island in Asia (after Mount Kerinci on the island of Sumatra), and seventh-highest peak of an island on Earth. Mount Fuji is an active stratovolcano that last erupted from 1707 to 1708. The mountain is located about 100 km (62 mi) southwest of Tokyo and is visible from there on clear days. Mount Fuji's exceptionally symmetrical cone, which is covered in snow for about five months of the year, is commonly used as a cultural icon of Japan and it is frequently depicted in art and photography, as well as visited by sightseers and climbers.

Even though it may not be the prettiest mountain to climb in Japan (check japanese northern alps or Kamikochi), it is indeed the most famous one. A long medium-hard climb, occasionally with rocks and steep areas. Anybody in good conditions can reach the top, but bring warm clothes, flashlight and rainwear since the weather at the top is unpredictable and extremely cold and windy (if you want to see the sunrise, then prepare to feel the cold). Also the line of people can become very long, so be extra patient. The view is beautiful, you will be walking above clouds. But the mountain itself is a volcanic rock, so don't expect interesting vegetation or wildlife. There are a lot of huts that sell water, oxygen and food at a premium price. To come to the start of the hiking area, I took the bus from Shinjuku Station. Note that the huts are open only during the hiking season in summer, so check the dates. There are in total 10 stops, and you start the climb from the stop Nr. 5, where the bus stop is located. You can stay overnight at these hut (reserve in advance, I suggest to book the huts at highest stops, 8 or better 9. Otherwise, the walk to the top will be very long) or reach the top departing at night, depending on your hiking plan. Recently they improved the WiFi at the top of the mountain. After the hike my legs were exhausted and I felt so tired, but the effort was absolutely worth it.

A must while visiting Japan! It is quite tricky to actually see the top cause of the climate and significant humidity but it is definitely possible! A lot of souvenir shops around the 5th station (the last place where you can commute to by car). Cute little shrine with amazing views! Worth seeing!

Went there on the weekday and there’s not that many people there, and the weather is nice and not too hot. Overall the mountain are really clear and be able to see it reflected on the water. The traffic there are okay since it’s a commercial place it’s alright. You can live in the hotel right in front of it like I did which is pretty soothing, and most of them does have hot spring too. Highly recommended.

This has been my lifelong dream to see this beautiful volcano. If you are going to Japan, this place is a must visit. You will be surrounded by beautiful lakes, parks and ofcourse scenic Mt Fuji. We have taken a pass for Mt Fuji but it is not worth it unless you reach this place by 9am. You should try Appare boat ride and Ropeway to see Mt. Fuji properly.

One of my dreams has come true. Just amazing view to holy mountain. I wish I was there from I was a child and now, Fuji Mountain in my eye. Sure, I will be back one day…

One of the highlights of our visit was exploring the iconic Mount Fuji, whose shimmering facade reflected the beauty of its surroundings with an ethereal glow. Walking through the meticulously landscaped gardens of Silver Pavilion, was a meditative experience, as we marveled at the harmony between man-made structures and the natural world.

If you have the chance to do it, don’t hesitate and climb it! We started to climb at 3:30pm and arrive at the last station to sleep around 7:30, we slept until 2am and finish to climb during the night to reach the top in 1:30h (it could be way faster but there’s a lot of people and a lot of old people) I recommend !

most beautiful mountain I've ever climbed. Despite what you may read online, it's NOT an easy hike. Oxygen will be depleted by the 8th station. Do your research, check the weather, and make sure you can climb it and back before the last bus, or you will sleep on the mountain. Bring lots of water, snacks, and oxygen. It will take 4-7 hours to climb ONE WAY, depending on your ability.

Took the bus from Shinjuku which took us about two hours. Graced with clear skies had some amazing views of Fuji on arrival. We Rented bikes for three hours which cost us 1000 yen at a place right next to the bus station. Went for a ride around the area and had fantastic views. Would definitely recommend a trip to Fuji for anyone visiting Japan!

This mountain is the reason this entire area is known. We couldn't travel up it due to the weather, but there are trails leading to it from various neighboring sites like small market towns, temples, and shrines. You can catch glimpses of its majestic beauty from everywhere. Seeing it at an angle where the sun glistens off its snow-capped peak is a real treat.

Absolutely awesome! Great views, fun challenge, nice people and overall a very unique experience. I would say that you have to be fairly fit to make it to the top and you need at least decent hiking boots/shoes. The hut we stayed at was nice and cosy. Make sure you bring most of the snacks/drinks you need because it is pretty expensive already at the 6th station. But if you like nature and a physical challenge then Mt. Fuji is definitely worth it! I will be back! ❤️

As a self-confessed spelunker, the caves near Fuji were a must when exploring the area. Starting with the ice cave, we found it to be fairly quiet with plenty of parking. After buying tickets at the vending machine, you will be given a brief safety talk before beginning your journey. Whilst the cave is rather small, it is an enjoyable walk as you enter the chilly and dark depths. Proper shoes are a must, the floors are slippery as to be expected (there is a constant handrail). The gift shop at the end is well stocked, great place to grab some local specialties too.

An amazing natural formation and great to experience first hand if you are in the area. It is small, taking about 10mins to complete, so be aware of that if you're travelling a long distance to come here. It's not an all day, or even an hour long experience. The people who work here are so friendly and helpful too, especially with translating information for guests.

good morning. have a great day ..!! Really cool and natural sight on the edge of Aokigahara ..!! I went there today . It's really cold 🥶 for these days. And the cave gets pretty narrow at point of 90cm -3ft) so you will need do some crouching and the cave is wet from the ice ..!! So be careful.

There are some very narrow and tight spots. They do tell you that it's a more difficult route compared to the Wind Cave, so if you are taller than 170cm, you will struggle a little to fit through some spaces. A little slippery, especially since there are steeper steps than most areas. But it was a quick course and you'll feel a little accomplished when you're done. Recommended to visit the Ice Cave first before walking on the trail to the Wind Cave, it's more scenic and there is a nice cafe at the end.

It's a nice small cave with made up ice. I would.say for such a s tour it would be good to have it for free not with a fee. It all takes 5 mins to go down and come up. Toilets available and a small shop offering sweets and gifts and ice cream

This was a very very long bus ride away and certainly I won’t recommend for those taking a day trip- maybe just a max of one cave and I wouldn’t do both. The cave itself was signed in Japanese and English. For a short person like me, it wasn’t hard but it was still quite slippery in the heart of winter- warmer than the outside though.

Very cold (ice cold) cave where you will need to duck down low to pass in some parts. Hard hats were unavailable due to Covid. Unique ice formations visible on our walk through the cave. If you enjoy spelunking then this should be on your list along with the Wind Cave which I actually enjoyed more.

We accidentally found this cave when we were on the way to Fujikawaguchiko. This is an ice cave that is located at the base of Mt. Fuji. It’s very cool to see the ice underground but it’s a dark and confined space so if you are not a fan of that or if you are very tall, you might find it uncomfortable. Certain parts are very narrow. Very tourist friendly and I saw a group of Japanese students come here to learn about volcanoes. Even though this is probably not the most coolest ice cave you’ve ever seen, it’s definitely worth checking out. The tickets are very cheap and the souvenir shop has many cool things sold. You can come here by trains and buses or if you drive here, many parking spaces are available.

One of the beautiful tourist spot in japan located in kawaguchiko. This is not the only place that can be seen here, there are also many surrounding lakes that overlook the famous mountain mt fuji.

Very short distance and there's nothing to explore. When I went to wind cave. I took the wrong turn ended up following the tokai nature trail. Got scared but made it out to the trail and asked locals to help me to go to blue line bus stop. That's the most scary part of my visit. But the trail is easy though.

Took the green line bus hoping to visit both the Wind and Ice cave but unfortunately the wind cave was closed for maintenance. Left me with only the Ice cave to visit. It is a 30 minutes(1-2 kilometers) walk from the wind cave through the infamous Aokigahara forest. I obviously didn't stray from the official trail and tried to reach the ice cave as fast as I could. Tickets for adults costing 350 yen can be bought using the vending machine and the staff gave a short safety brief. The ice cave was cramped and narrow. Not recommended for those who are claustrophobic. A bit of ducking is needed to pass through certain sections.(i am about 1.75m). And as it is a cave, the floor was almost perpetually wet and slippery. Time spent in the cave from the entrance to exit which was a loop was around 10-15 minutes. The formation was rather interesting though and might worth a visit if you can visit both caves.

It's a great little experience especially as it makes you wonder about our amazing planet. I was amazed to see ice. It's easy to get to on the Blue line bus. The walk is very short but it's a very low cave so be prepared to get down low hehe. Side note: It's well worth purchasing a $28 pass it's valid for 2 days. You can use the red, blue and green line for all the tourist attractions. Also you get one entry into the Ropeway (a must for the best views and pics of Mt Fuji) and a boat ride.

A fascinating geological feature draws throngs of visitors to Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave each year. It is a tourist destination located (Aoikahara Jukai: Sea of Trees, often known as Suicide Forest) within the Fuji Five Lakes area. Mt. Nagao's violent eruption in 864 led to the formation of this ice cave. The cave is 150 meters long, with a width between 1.5 and 11 meters and a height between 1 and 3.6 meters. The ice in these caves is best seen during the winter, but you can also enjoy this cool hideaway during the summer. Interestingly, this cave was used as a freezer before the refrigerator was invented. The cave is accessible by public bus, taxi or car. The journey begins at Fuji-Kawaguchiko station and takes approximately thirty minutes by bus, 15 minutes by car or taxi. ⚠️The steps are slippery and wet, so please proceed cautiously and slowly. Be cautious when scaling walls.

A nice break from the summer heat (august)! I had no problem getting through the cave as a 6’3 man. The ice was really cool and it was a 8/10 busy. I wish it was a bit bigger. If you are unsure about visiting this one because of the difficulty, I’d recommend going to the wind cave. It’s larger and longer.

Beautiful beautiful hike! Love this area of Japan. Nick named suicide forest, this area will definitely still your heart. It is unique in its tree growth having been formed atop previous lava flow. It is beautiful and peaceful as well as awestrickingly different. This was my 3rd time to this forest. In the snow and in the spring and fall, each time of year this place has an amazing vibe.

Un lugar con mucho misterio. Se ven carteles en japonés “Tu vida es un hermoso regalo de tus padres. Por favor piensa en tus padres, hermanos e hijos. No te lo guardes. Habla de tus problemas” Incluso dicen que hay voluntarios intentando detectar actitudes extrañas para convencer de que no se suiciden. Según el guía, se utilizaba para eutanasia donde abandonaban familiares ancianos o con enfermedades terminales. Y también por la profundidad del bosque y lo fácil de perderse, muchos se van a morir allí. (Translated by Google) A place with a lot of mystery. Posters are seen in Japanese “Your life is a beautiful gift from your parents. Please think about your parents, siblings and children. Don't keep it to yourself. Talk about your problems.” They even say that there are volunteers trying to detect strange attitudes to convince them not to commit suicide. According to the guide, it was used for euthanasia where elderly or terminally ill relatives were abandoned. And also because of the depth of the forest and how easy it is to get lost, many are going to die there.

Is there a specific place to commit suicide again? If I say so, then it must take some confusion. But yes, Japan has a jungle, which is called "Sui'Side Forest". The most mysterious territory part of Japan. The whole area full of curly and wrapped trees !! The light is dark inside the forest. Anyone will swarm their body when they go. The faith of the local people is called the free walking land of the land. Local people believe that all the horrible ghosts here turn around. Unfortunately the place is the second largest "self-murder place" in the world. So far more than 500 people here have "suicide". The government record says five hundred but the number of "self-killing" people may be much more. Because the government has now stopped accounting for suicide here. The forest is the most popular place for the Japanese 'self-murder' and is second in the whole world. In accounting, there are an average of 100 people "suicide" per year. Only in 2002 6 dead bodies were recovered from here in 1998 rescued more than 74 people were rescued. The suicide rate around 2003 became more than 100 and since then the Japanese government has stopped expressing the suicide rate of suicide. In 2004, 108 people committed suicide here. In 2010, 247 people tried to commit suicide, of which 54 dead were rescued alive. Most of those who have committed suicide have committed suicide with expulsion or more drugs. Basically the lonely people who lost in the battle of life commit more suicide here. The soil of this forest is formed by the primary volcanic. It is very difficult to make the soil under the forest with different equipment made such as rubs, straw, etc. There are some medications built by local volunteers in the forest that are only used to collect bodies regularly or irregularly.

One of the most refreshing places to visit . It brings out various emotions in us . It makes you happy , connected to it , it gives you feeling of being cutoff from the daily humdrum and problems in life . This is surely a different experience for many reasons . The forest got created in 864AD after eruption of mt. Fuji , when a lake got filled with molten lava . Trees have a only very thin layer of mud below them, after that it has rocks , due to which roots come out back above the ground . Highly recommended place .

A moss forest, caught the wind,ice and dragon caves. Not much people on the trail,also no birds or insects sounds.

Beautiful and serene walk between the caves that’s not so busy. The caves were pretty busy but worth going to see them. The forest is beautiful with a “sea of trees” where you can easily get lost if you go off trail. Came across a couple DO NOT ENTER signs with large trails behind them… Wish we saw more wildlife!

Very breath taking experience. Would advise on taking a thorough walk. Path is not well maintained in all parts, but still worth troubles

There is free parking in the parking lot to the caves. There is also a trailhead next to the parking lot. This link doesn’t take you to the actual parking lot, but it’s not difficult to see from the road. There is a public toilet and a small shop for ice cream or other snacks if you’re hungry. The trail is very nice and quiet. You can sit for hours if you want and it’ll still be just as beautiful and quiet as when you arrived. There are lots of mushrooms and plant life. A great opportunity to practice up on photography skills. The bugs aren’t bad, considering it’s in a dense forest location. Although, I do wear bug spray when I go. I love love love this hiking location. It’s always a favorite to stop by.

Fui a finales de Agosto, siempre he tenido curiosidad por este bosque y el misterioso ambiente que lo rodea. Los senderos que se encuentran tras las delimitaciones no son claros y puede ser fácil perderse. Sin embargo la realidad supera la ficción, salí bastante triste de él aún siendo un entorno natural y precioso. Me encontré con mochilas y notas en árboles que por respeto prefiero no compartir. No es un lugar hechizado o con maldiciones, la verdadera cara de este bosque no necesita adornos. Un ambiente indescriptiblemente tranquilo. (Translated by Google) I went at the end of August, I have always been curious about this forest and the mysterious environment that surrounds it. The trails behind the boundaries are not clear and it can be easy to get lost. However, reality is stranger than fiction, I left it quite sad even though it was a natural and beautiful environment. I found backpacks and notes in trees that out of respect I prefer not to share. It is not a place enchanted or cursed, the true face of this forest needs no decorations. An indescribably calm atmosphere.

This place, the nature is incredibly beautiful…and sad too unfortunately…God bless you all 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

What I love about this forest is what some other people don't like. It feels very isolated with almost no other people. It's also very wild with few signs. It feels mystical with beautiful moss covering the ground and trees. The tree roots also make these wonderful and strange shapes as they twist around the rocks and holes. Lots of little caves and holes due to past volcanic history. I really recommend this forest if you are after peace and tranquillity.

Amazing place, rode in on a bike, some sections were pretty narrow as I negotiated my route around fallen trees/ logs and had to get off at times.

I visited the ice and wind caves which are located some distance apart. Some parts of the caves are quite narrow and one has to squat and walk with body bent low to avoid the head being bumped by the rocks overhead. The walk through the forest was nice. Cater about 1-2 hours from Kawaguchiko station and back. Buses run pretty infrequently. Check the schedule carefully to avoid long gaps of waiting time with nothing much to do!

Worth visiting in winter. If you find suspicious item report to the police.

A serene experience. Important to respect this forest. I think about it the same as how Huu describes the swamp from Avatar the Last Airbender - if you listen hard enough you can hear every living thing breathing together. Park in the Wind Cave parking lot - farthest from the entrance - there’s a nice trailhead leading into the forest.

Quiet and serene atmosphere, diverse vegetation and a nice cave to explore. It‘s cool during a rainy autumn day so dress warmly and wear robust shoes (wet and muddy ground can get slippery)

Beautiful forest but literally empty in the winter which makes it a bit eerie. I did ask a local about going through alone and he said that because of the lava/rock floor there are no bears in the forest but do be carefull wondering in too far.

We rode motorcycles out to the area. There are 4 caves if you count the lava cave. It was gorgeous outside. Inside the cave is interesting, but definitely cold. Definitely worth a day trip if you're going to ride bikes to it from Fujikawakuchico.

Nothing special. You can complete this cave in 20-30 minutes. It is located at a remote location with poor public transport connectivity. Ticket is 350 yen per person. You can walk toward the ice caves but it was snowing so we didn’t go.

Got a chance to see how ice was stored underground long time ago during caveman era. Wear jacket since the temperature difference will cool you up. Ticket for both wind cave and ice cave is only 600 yen per person.

This was a very very long bus ride away and certainly I won’t recommend for those taking a day trip- maybe just a max of one cave and I wouldn’t do both. This was the wider and easier of the two caves I went to. You can travel between the caves- 30 min walk through the suicide forest or on the road- 15 min.

Right on the edge of the Aokigahara Forest, surrounded by lush green. This cave was another side trip, transversing here was easier than the ice cave. The natural refrigerated ice and silk worm storage was nice to see.

You can buy tickets for both wind and ice cave for cheaper at the ticket counter (600¥). The caves are a bit short but still worth the experience. The caves were REALLY COLD when I visited (~0°c).

Visitar las cuevas de la zona es una muy buena experiencia a un precio asequible. Totalmente recomendado hacerlas todas. Muy bonito el camino que une esta cueva con la de hielo. Un paseo totalmente recomendado para hacer a pie. (Translated by Google) Visiting the caves in the area is a very good experience at an affordable price. Totally recommend doing them all. The path that connects this cave with the ice cave is very beautiful. A fully recommended walk to do on foot.

As cold as the ice cave! Came here after visiting the ice cave, which is a 2min drive away. Really small cave, quite a short experience but interesting to see how they utilised the natural refrigeration in the past for silk farming and seed storage.

Visited this cave after the nearby Ice cave. To get between the two you can either walk on the road or take a short trail. There is a ticket vending machine where you can get a 50-yen discount on entry if you hold a sightseeing bus pass. The visit is interesting and refreshing in the summer heat. I recommend trying the corn ice cream at the entrance mixed with vanilla ice cream.

It's cold in there dress warm. The cave has a 3 ft ceiling at some parts but it's not really that small. The cave has lights throughout.

Visited this cave during the weekday in November and it was not busy. Very cheap tickets to see an intriguing cave. Definitely worth it if you’re near Fuji-san. Took a pleasant walk to the ice cave right after and felt the calming nature of the Aokigahara forest.

It was okay, it isn't the best for anyone over 6'4 very short ice/wind cave that they used to use to cultivate/germinate silk worms and local seeds.

This have is a little better than the wind cave, which is a 30-45min hike from here. It only takes about 20 minutes. The ice formations are cooler and the path is more steep and interesting than the ice caves.

If you above 180cm I suggest you don't enter, very low ceiling.

Nothing fanciful. Just some ice from ceiling and volcanic lava formations, walk through moss filled trees to reach it. Can finish in 45 min.

We read views that this was better than the wind and ice cave, so we changed plans and came here. Before entering the cave, there is a short walk through the very peaceful, quiet and beautiful Aokigahara forest. The cave is dark and halfway in you can choose to take an easy route out. If you go through the standard route, the ceiling gets pretty low and you have to squat-walk through a tunnel. The helmets they gave at the entrance protected us from concussion several times. The entire cave took about 30 min and was a great experience.

A little 5min walk to the cave, a little bit cold inside the cave, well put informations about the area. There will be a 2 routes inside the cave, basic and regular route. I would suggest the regular route. The whole route would only take like 10 mins but informative and enjoyable.

The bat cave provides a more immersive experience than the nearby ice cave, starting with a pleasant walk through Aokigahara before arriving at the cave entrance itself. Decent in size, there are two main routes, one which requires a bit of ducking and weaving under the cave ceiling which definitely makes use of the supplied helmet. The bats live in protected areas which are blocked to the public, so the chances of seeing a bat are minimal but you may get the odd one passing by. Overall, a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Plenty of parking, ticketing machine for and a small gift shop upon exit.

Very cool cave, on a cute little forest trail. Easy to self guide and signs in English. Ground and stairs are somewhat treacherous, be ready to squat some with the low ceilings. 100% not friendly to movement disability. Convenient to trails as well!

The cave has a basic route and advanced route. Advanced route requires you to crouch walk if you're small enough and crawl if you're bigger in size. Please wear their provided helmet as I lost how many times I hit my head in the cave.

Bats were asleep and not visible at all during my visit but it was still worth it. Some passages will test your squatting ability! Admission is ¥300.

Saiko Bat Cave is a must if you're in the area. It's really unique and if you're into geography, you'd like it and other surrounding caves. There is lots of information on the formation of the Forrest after volcanic activity. There is a great little museum at the entrance with more info on the geography, as well as the fauna in the area. A well maintained, raised walkway through a beautiful Forrest will take you to the cave. It's a short walk. The price was reasonable, with clean helmets included. The cave itself is a little tough to navigate, it's well lit, with some infrastructure, though mostly it's a little slippery with low ceilings.

Look, you probably won't see any bats. It's only about 30 minutes to get through. But it's fun seeing all the volcanic rock and reading about the formations of the caves. Plus the people there are super nice and there is a cool (cash only) gift shop with awesome shirts.

Great short hike with a little bit of cave squatting to get around. Very much enjoyed this. Great for families.

Nice trail among wild forest. Trail is covered with wood pieces, so it is soft and clean, no mud. Visitors pay a small entrance fee and received a helmet to protect the head from injuries due the low height of ceiling. It is a safe place, fair illumination inside. A lava formed cave.