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At the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival, you can enjoy stunning autumn foliage views at spots like the Kawaguchiko Momiji Kairo and Mount Fuji. Due to the large number of visitors, several free parking areas are set up, each with its own features and distance from the main attractions. It is important to choose the best parking area based on your sightseeing style.
In this guide, we will introduce the characteristics of these free parking areas and explain which one is the most efficient for touring the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival and its proximity to the Kawaguchiko Momiji Kairo.
There are seven free parking areas available for the Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival.
We will discuss the locations and ease of access to the festival venues for each of these parking areas.
Daiichi Parking Lot is the largest of the free parking areas. A free shuttle bus to Oike Park operates from this parking lot.
While it may appear distant from the main festival venue like the Kawaguchiko Momiji Kairo, it is actually about 600 meters away, approximately a 7-8 minute walk. The walk is pleasant, offering views of Mount Fuji and the autumn scenery. The path is flat, making it ideal for a stroll.
Enjoy the beautiful autumn colors on the mountainside during your walk.
Kawaguchiko Elementary School’s free parking is available only on weekends.
〒401-0304 Yamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru District, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Kawaguchi 1560
The festival venue is about 1 km away, a 15-minute walk. Due to the distance, it is recommended to use this as a last resort.
This free parking lot is located along Nishikawa Riverside. It is the most accessible free parking lot for the festival.
〒401-0304 Yamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru District, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Kawaguchi 2964-2
This free parking lot is located along Kawaguchiko Shojinsen (Prefectural Road 21). It is also close to the festival venue, but traffic on Kawaguchiko Shojinsen can be congested, so plan your access carefully.
To avoid traffic, access this parking lot from the north via the Lake North View Line. However, if Kawaguchiko Shojinsen is congested, this parking lot is likely to be full, so arrive early.
Kawaguchiko Hokubu Junior High School’s free parking is available only on weekends.
While available only on weekends, you can enjoy the autumn foliage along Momiji Kaido (Autumn Leaves Road) on your way to the Momiji Kairo and festival venue.
〒401-0304 Yamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru District, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Kawaguchi 3210
Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Front Parking Lot is located along Momiji Kaido. It is spacious and can accommodate many vehicles.
Parking here allows you to walk along Momiji Kaido, enjoying the autumn leaves on your way to the Momiji Kairo and festival venue. This makes it one of the best free parking options for enjoying the festival.
〒401-0304 Yamanashi Prefecture, Minamitsuru District, Fujikawaguchiko Town, Kawaguchi
The Momiji Kairo is about 850 meters away, a 12-minute walk.
This free parking lot is located at the intersection near Kawaguchiko Museum of Art. If the Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Front Parking Lot is full, you can park here.
When accessing this parking lot, it is recommended to approach from the east to avoid congestion on Momiji Kaido.
Nishikawa Riverside Parking Lot is the closest to the festival venue, just a 5-minute walk away. Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Front Parking Lot or Kawaguchiko Hokubu Junior High School (Weekends Only) are also good options, allowing you to enjoy the autumn leaves along Momiji Kaido on your way to the festival. If Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Front Parking Lot is full, head to Kawaguchiko Museum of Art Intersection Parking Lot.
If none of these are available, go to Daiichi Parking Lot and, as a last resort, Kawaguchiko Elementary School.
The recommended parking priority is as follows:
The Fuji Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival offers beautiful autumn scenery throughout the area, not just at Kawaguchiko Momiji Kairo.
Make smart use of the free parking areas and enjoy the autumn foliage at Kawaguchiko.
