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At the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival, you can enjoy spectacular foliage views around the Kawaguchiko Maple Corridor with Mt. Fuji as a backdrop. Because the event draws many visitors, multiple free parking lots are provided. Each lot differs in distance to the venue and available dates, so you need to choose the best option based on your visit day.
This guide highlights the characteristics of each free lot and explains which option is the most efficient for touring the festival and which is closest to the Kawaguchiko Maple Corridor.
A total of 5 free parking lots are provided during the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival.
Strictly speaking, there are 6 locations, since Oike Park also offers free parking. This article focuses on the 5 free lots within walking distance of the main venue.
Below we explain each location and how easy it is to access the venue.
The First Festival Parking Lot is the largest of the free options. From here, a free shuttle bus also runs to Oike Park.
On the map it may look far from the festival area around the Maple Corridor, but in reality it is only about 750m, roughly a 10-minute walk. It is an easy, pleasant stroll with grand views of Mt. Fuji and the autumn atmosphere along the way. The route is flat, making it ideal for a short walk.
Along the way, the mountain slopes glow with autumn colors, making it a fantastic walking route.
This free lot sits on the Kawaguchiko Shojin Line (Prefectural Route 21). The location is convenient, but the Shojin Line often gets congested, so you will want a smart approach.
To avoid traffic when accessing this lot, we recommend coming south via the North Lake View Line. If the Shojin Line is already jammed, this lot is likely full, so arrive early to secure a space.
This free lot is open only on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays.
Parking is available until 4:00 pm, and it is unavailable on rainy days.
Although the opening hours are limited, you can walk along Momiji Kaido and enjoy the foliage on the way to the Maple Corridor and the festival venue. It is a good choice for daytime visits on weekends and holidays.
〒401-0304 Kawaguchi 3210, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
This free lot sits along Momiji Kaido. It is spacious and accommodates many cars.
From here, you can stroll Momiji Kaido and enjoy the foliage while walking to the Maple Corridor and the festival venue. As a walking route, it is excellent and one of the best choices for fully enjoying the festival.
〒401-0304 Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
It is about 850m to the Maple Corridor, roughly a 12-minute walk.
This free lot sits at the intersection near the Kawaguchiko Museum of Art. If the museum lot is full, use this one.
When heading here, do not enter directly from Momiji Kaido. Approach from the east into the Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Intersection for smoother access.
The following lots were previously offered as free parking, but are not provided this year. Please take note.
1. Kawaguchiko Shichifukujin Hoteison South Parking Lot
This free lot is located along the Nishikawa River. It used to be the most convenient free option for the festival.
〒401-0304 Kawaguchi 2964-2, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
2. Kawaguchiko Elementary School
This was a free lot open weekends only.
〒401-0304 Kawaguchi 1560, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
It was about 1km from the venue, roughly a 15-minute walk. Because it was a bit far, it was recommended as a last-resort option.
Choose Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Parking Lot or Kawaguchiko North Junior High School if you want to enjoy the foliage along Momiji Kaido while walking to the venue.
However, because both are on Momiji Kaido, there is some risk of congestion and lots filling up.
If you want to avoid traffic on the way and ensure you can park without being turned away, the most reliable choice is the First Festival Parking Lot.
During the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival, the entire area—not just the Maple Corridor—bursts into color with beautiful scenery.
Use the free lots wisely and enjoy the autumn leaves around Lake Kawaguchiko.
| Parking lot | Distance to venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First Festival Parking Lot | About 10 minutes on foot | Largest lot with low risk of being full. Enter via the North Lake View Line to avoid traffic |
| Parking lot along Momiji Kaido | About 5 minutes on foot | Closest to the main venue |
| Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Parking Lot | About 12 minutes on foot | Enjoy foliage along Momiji Kaido while walking to the main venue Also has many spaces |
| Kawaguchiko North Junior High School | About 12 minutes on foot | Enjoy foliage along Momiji Kaido while walking to the main venue Weekends and holidays only, available until 4:00 pm; closed on rainy days |
| Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Intersection Parking Lot | About 16 minutes on foot | The farthest among the free lots within walking distance |
