ARAKURAYAMA SENGEN PARK YAMANASHI

Arakurayama Sengen Park, nestled near Mount Fuji in Japan, offers breathtaking views of the iconic volcano and cherry blossoms during spring. The park features the Chureito Pagoda, a red five-story structure that provides a stunning backdrop for photos. Visitors can climb the steps to reach the pagoda and enjoy panoramic vistas of Mount Fuji surrounded by vibrant cherry blossoms, creating a picturesque and serene experience.

The Arakurayama Sengen Park is one of the most sought after places near Tokyo for the best glimpses of Mount Fuji. This park is the go to palace for those planning a visit to the Yamanashi prefecture. The park was opened in 1959 and spread across four hectares. It is located at the base of Mount Arakurayama and has the best view of Mount Fuji. The park is famous for the iconic Cheurit Pagoda which is five storeys tall and was built as a peace memorial. 

If you're planning a Japan trip, make sure to include a visit to Arakurayama Sengen Park for breathtaking views and a serene experience. Apart from the views, the park is the go to place for those who want to see the cherry blossoms at their best too. During mid April, you can find hundreds of cherry blossoms blooming in full glory, inviting a lot of photographers. You might have to climb 400 steps to get to the top, but in the end, it is all worth it. 

Highlights

• Climb to the top of the viewpoint in the Arakurayama Sengen Park and admire the views of Mount Fuji
• Admire the beauty of the cherry blossom flowers during the peak bloom season from march to may.
• Visit the shrine in the park and know more about its historical significance dating back to 800 AD. 
• Shop for souvenirs like uniquely crafted hand knitted footwear in souvenir shops located near the park. 
• Attend a workshop to know more about making your own hand knitted footwear by booking one well in advance.

How To Reach

1. By Car: The Arakurayama Sengen Park is 3.2 km from the city centre, it will take 11 min via Chuo Dori road.

2. By Train/ metro: Take a train to Furrato station which is 550 metres away from the Ryogoku Kokugikan. You can reach the activity location from the train station with a 8-minute walk

Best Time To Visit

Arakurayama Sengen Park is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year. 

1. The best season to visit Arakurayama Sengen Park will be the summer season from March to June because this is the time when the climate is pleasant. 

2. The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year. 

3. The best time of the day to visit Arakurayama Sengen Park will be morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature. 

Other Essential Information

• The park can get very crowded during the cherry blossom season, so plan your travel accordingly. 
• If you are planning to see the cherry blossoms, be ready to click a lot of pictures and capture them at their best. 
• When visiting the shrine in the park, make sure you are dressed modestly by covering shoulders and knees. 
• You will have to climb up to 400 steps to get to the top of the pagoda for the views, but it is absolutely worth it. 
• You might have to walk a lot, so do choose footwear that comes with comfortable inner soles.