Complete Guide to Mt. Fuji Events October 2025: Autumn Festivals, Peak Foliage & Kawaguchiko Illuminations
Mt. Fuji, Japan's symbol, is a popular tourist destination that has also been recognized as a World Heritage Site. There are various ways to enjoy it: gazing at the magnificent scenery of nature, savoring famous local cuisine blessed by Mt. Fuji's bounty, and challenging yourself with outdoor activities.
One attractive feature is that various events are held throughout the year where you can feel the four seasons. This time, we have carefully selected recommended events to enjoy around Mt. Fuji in October. We'll introduce events where you can fully enjoy autumn at Mt. Fuji.
If You Visit the Mt. Fuji Area in October, Enjoy the Autumn Festivals Around the Lakes!
At the foot of Mt. Fuji, there are five lakes: Lake Kawaguchiko, Yamanakako, Motosuko, Saiko, and Shojinko, collectively known as the "Fuji Five Lakes."
In autumn, the Fuji Five Lakes area showcases vibrant autumn foliage at its peak. Since the leaves begin to change color from higher elevations, you can enjoy the autumn foliage for an extended period in this area with varying altitudes, which is an attractive feature.
During the autumn foliage season, various autumn festivals are held. If you visit in October, please be sure to participate!
Fuji Kawaguchiko Koyo Festival
The main autumn event at Lake Kawaguchiko is the "Fuji Kawaguchiko Koyo Festival." 400-500 trees with vibrant autumn colors decorate the lakeside.
The "Momiji Corridor" near the "Icchiku Kubota Art Museum," which serves as the main venue, is a popular spot where both sides of the path are filled with autumn foliage. After sunset, it's beautifully illuminated, and you can enjoy autumn leaves in a fantastical atmosphere that's completely different from daytime.
My recommendation is the "Momiji Tunnel" covered with vivid autumn foliage. Please take a leisurely stroll!
There are also plenty of local specialty food stalls and events touring the Seven Lucky Gods. Please come out to this autumn event that can be enjoyed by both children and adults!
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- Schedule: Late October 2025~
- Access: Get off at "Kawaguchi-ko Station" on the Fujikyu Railway line, transfer to the Kawaguchi-ko Sightseeing Bus (Red Line), and get off at "Kubota Icchiku Art Museum" bus stop (about 20 minutes on foot)
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://fujisan.ne.jp/pages/433/
Sunset Shore Autumn Leaves Festival
At Lake Yamanaka, the "Sunset Shore Autumn Leaves Festival" is held, attracting over 100,000 visitors annually.
"Yuyake no Nagisa (Sunset Shore)" is a spectacular sunset viewing spot that has been selected as one of "Japan's 100 Best Beaches." This location, where you can view Mt. Fuji, autumn foliage, and the lake all at once, is illuminated in the evening, creating a brilliantly burning autumn foliage scenery.
During the festival period, various restaurants around the lake set up stalls where you can enjoy local cuisine such as grilled seafood skewers and meat-wrapped rice balls! My recommendation is the wine that's unique to Yamanashi, a grape-producing region.
Visit during the day to taste the specialty foods, then enjoy the twilight scenery.
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- Schedule: Late October to mid-November 2025
- Access: Get off at "Fujisan Station" on the Fujikyu Railway line, transfer to a local bus, and get off at "Asahigaoka" bus stop (about 5 minutes on foot)
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://lake-yamanakako.com/event/10439
Yoshida Autumn Leaves Festival
Source:Fujiyoshida City
At the "Fujisan Museum," located about 15 minutes by bus from Fujisan Station, events to enjoy autumn foliage are held. This area, which has a high altitude within the Fuji Five Lakes region, reaches peak autumn colors early in October.
The sight of Japanese maples turning orange and bright red against the clear autumn sky is breathtakingly beautiful. About 60 trees line the "Momiji Corridor" that continues through the grounds, where time flows leisurely.
While there are many autumn foliage spots around Mt. Fuji, this place where you can feel a somewhat nostalgic atmosphere is one of my favorites. Please enjoy Japan's autumn as you wish, whether taking leisurely walks or photographs.
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- Schedule: Late October to mid-November 2025
- Access: Get off at "Fujisan Station" on the Fujikyu Railway line, take a bus bound for Lake Yamanaka, and get off right at "Fujisan Museum Park-mae"
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://fujiyoshida.net/event/158
For Deep Enjoyment of Must-See Tourist Destinations Around Mt. Fuji, Private Tours Guided by Local Experts are Recommended
If you're planning to stay in Tokyo, why not join a tour that includes round-trip transportation to Mt. Fuji by private car? With this tour guided by dedicated local guides who know the area inside and out, you can enjoy 100% of the Mt. Fuji area.
You can enjoy not only the popular standard tourist spots, but also unique tourism experiences such as tastings at Wasabi Farm and local gourmet lunches! Not being bothered by local transportation or waiting times for public transportation is also an attractive point. Even if you buy lots of souvenirs, they can be loaded into the car and transported back to Tokyo for you.
Please check the details!
- Meeting point: Hotel Pickup or Shinjuku
- Tour area: Departing Tokyo - Mt. Fuji surrounding area (Arakura Sengen Shrine, Oshino Hakkai, etc.)
- Start time: 8:00am
Various Genre Events Held at Famous Tourist Destinations Around Mt. Fuji
Here we introduce recommended events that can be enjoyed at tourist destinations extending a bit from the Mt. Fuji area. There are plenty of events including traditional festivals, illuminations, and theme park events. This is your perfect opportunity to experience the Mt. Fuji Event October 2025 season! Please check them out!
Kinoene Aki Matsuri (Autumn Festival)
Source: Official website
The "Kinoene Aki Matsuri" held in Fuji City is an autumn festival that began with wishes for regional development. The street in front of Fuji Station is closed to vehicle traffic, and "Ohayashi" (festival music played on platforms called "Yatai") and Japanese taiko drums are performed.
"Kinoene Bayashi," composed of large drums, small drums, flutes, and gongs, features various musical styles from elegant and atmospheric to intense ones, making it very worth listening to.
My recommended highlight is the main Yatai decorated with carvings by local sculptors. The traditional technique-crafted main body is decorated with ornaments based on old folk tales.
By paying attention to uniquely Japanese festival elements like Ohayashi and Yatai, you can enjoy it even more! This authentic Mt. Fuji Event October 2025 experience showcases traditional Japanese culture.
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- Schedule: 3rd Saturday and Sunday of October 2025
- Access: Right from the north exit of JR Tokaido Line "Fuji Station"
- Admission: Free
- Website: http://fuji-kinoe.net/ (2024 version)
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinoenefuji/
Tokinosumika Illumination
Source:Shizuoka Shimbun
The resort facility "Tokinosumika" in Gotemba City holds an illumination event from mid-October through March. This event, which represents Tokinosumika, won awards in two categories of the International Illumination Award.
My recommendation is the fountain laser show that won the Excellence Award in the Technology category. Japan's tallest fountain show with a maximum height of 150m features gorgeous performances combining light, water, and sound with lasers.
In the "Tunnel of Light," which has become a symbol of Tokinosumika Illumination, you can enjoy an immersive experience wrapped in a dazzling world! This spectacular Mt. Fuji Event October 2025 celebration creates unforgettable memories.
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- Schedule: Mid-October 2025 to early March
- Access: Get off at JR Gotemba Line "Iwanami Station" and take a taxi for about 5 minutes
- Admission: Free areas and paid areas available (please see the official website for details)
- Website: https://www.tokinosumika.com/5413/
FUJI-Q HALLOWEEN Horror Night
Source: Official website
If you want to enjoy horror events themed around Halloween season, why not visit the theme park "Fuji-Q Highland," popular for its thrill rides?
The "Fuji-Q Halloween Horror Attraction Night," with the concept of "limited to those who want to experience genuine fear," challenges you with various missions in the completely dark amusement park after closing.
There are plenty of productions that horror movie lovers like myself can't resist, such as ghosts chasing you in places so dark you can't see ahead. Please enjoy the nighttime Fuji-Q Highland that can only be experienced on this occasion, including normally off-limits restricted areas! This thrilling Mt. Fuji Event October 2025 experience will give you chills you'll never forget.
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- Schedule: Late October 2025
- Access: Get off at Fujikyu Railway "Fuji-Q Highland Station"
- Participation fee: Paid (check the official website as information is updated)
- Website: https://www.fujiq.jp/en/
Two Events Where You Can Enjoy Exquisite Local Ingredients Around Mt. Fuji
The area around Mt. Fuji is abundant with delicious ingredients blessed by nature's bounty. Here we introduce two recommended events where you can savor these exquisite local ingredients.
Please be sure to visit these events filled with local atmosphere!
JA Narusawa Village Agricultural Festival
In Narusawa Village, located at the northern foot of Mt. Fuji near Lake Kawaguchi, an agricultural festival is held in mid-October. The event bustles with visitors who come for local specialties such as highland vegetables like cabbage, fruits, and mountain vegetables.
My recommended highlights are the experiential booths such as radish harvesting experiences and all-you-can-stuff activities for potatoes and onions. While it might be difficult to take these home during tourist travel, people staying at campsites or accommodations with kitchens should definitely try it!
There are also food and beverage booths where you can taste Japanese local cuisine such as Miso Oden (miso-flavored simmered dishes) and Kenchin Jiru (vegetable-rich soy sauce-based soup).
Please visit this local event where you can feel the charm of Narusawa Village!
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- Date: Mid-October 2025
- Access: Get off at Fujikyu Bus "Jukei Yogan-mae Bus Stop," 3-minute walk
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://www.ja-narusawamura.com/
Fujiyoshida Agricultural Festival
Source:Fujiyoshida City
The "Fujiyoshida Agricultural Festival" is held at Fujisan Museum Park and is a popular festival among locals. They sell fresh local agricultural products grown with Mt. Fuji's natural water, including cabbage and radish, at reasonable prices.
My recommendation is the corner where you can taste food made with local ingredients. Enjoy various foods such as yakisoba, curry, french fries, roasted sweet potatoes, and hot dogs under the autumn sky as you please!
Additionally, there are plenty of unique projects typical of agricultural festivals, such as sales of wooden craft items made from local timber and displays of helicopters used for pesticide spraying.
How about spending a leisurely autumn day at this relaxing atmosphere event?
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- Date: Mid-October 2025
- Access: Get off at Fujikyu Line "Fujisan Station," take bus to "Fujisan Museum Park-mae" bus stop, 1-minute walk
- Admission: Free
- Website: https://fujiyoshida.net/event/156
For Those Who Love Rich Nature and Tourist Spots, Private Tours Around Hakone Are Also Recommended
For people interested in rich nature and historic shrines and temples, the popular hot spring destination Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture is also recommended. With this tour that includes round-trip transportation from Tokyo and a dedicated guide, you can efficiently visit Hakone's tourist attractions.
Experienced guides will propose plans suited to your preferences, including shrines, nature, and art. The attractive point is that you can enjoy 100% at any time since the itinerary is arranged according to the weather.
Places to Visit on the Tour:
- Hakone Shrine
- Lake Ashi
- Owakudani
- The Hakone Open-Air Museum
This tour is recommended for people who want to fully enjoy Hakone without worrying about local transportation or return times.
- Meeting point: Shinjuku or Hotel Pick up
- Tour area: Hakone Shrine/Ashinoko Lake/Owakudani/Museum
- Start time: 8:00
