Oike Park (大池公園)

Flow of the course

About this spot

The main venue for the Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi Mountain Opening Fireworks Festival, located in the lakeside park area. The grassy areas and promenade facing the lake serve as viewing spaces, offering an ideal location to simultaneously enjoy the fireworks launching over the lake and Mt. Fuji's silhouette. From the late afternoon onward, crowds increase as spectators arrive for the fireworks, with prime spots filling quickly, so arriving around 4:00 PM to lay out your leisure mat is advisable. As the sun sets, Mt. Fuji gradually turns crimson, then transforms into the indigo night sky—this changing landscape itself becomes a major highlight before the fireworks begin. Food stalls are also set up, so you can purchase dinner here.

Tips

From Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅), approximately 10-15 minutes on foot, or several minutes by route bus. On fireworks festival day, parking becomes extremely congested, so use of public transportation is strongly recommended. Use restrooms beforehand. At night, due to the lakeshore's high elevation, even in midsummer a light jacket becomes necessary for the coolness.

Best time to visit

Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes required. Enjoy the time leisurely from Mt. Fuji's sunset glow through the start of the show, savoring the changing colors of the sky.

Access & map

〒401-0301 Yamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru District, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Funatsu 6713-18