Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Asafuji

9.1

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.1/10, based on 2,503 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kawaguchiko Lakeside Hotel	9.7/10	1,017
🥈 2nd	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Konanso	9.4/10	4,042
🥉 3rd	Rakuyu	9.4/10	1,243
4th	Rokumeikan Hills	9.6/10	56
5th	Togawaso	9.3/10	654
6th	Teiensaryo Yamanakako	9.3/10	335
7th	Beautiful Japanese Garden Kagetsu	9.3/10	246
8th	Temple Lodging Shukubo Kakurinbo	9.2/10	1,063
9th	Mt Fuji View and Private Sauna Ryokan Shizuku しずく	9.2/10	1,010
10th	Komaya Ryokan	9.3/10	130
11th	Taiheikan	9.2/10	481
12th	Fuji Onsenji Yumedono	9.1/10	2,529
13th	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Asafuji Current ryokan	9.1/10	2,503
14th	Kasuitei Ooya	9.0/10	1,562
15th	Shoji Lake Hotel	9.0/10	1,062
16th	Tokiwa Hotel	9.1/10	97
17th	Yamadaya Hotel	9.0/10	504
18th	Fuji View Hotel	8.9/10	11,512
19th	Rakusuien	10.0/10	9
20th	Wakamizusou	8.9/10	1,311
21st	Village Sun Lake Kawaguchiko	9.0/10	83
22nd	Oike Hotel	8.8/10	1,745
23rd	Hotel Koryu	8.8/10	1,016
24th	Maruei	8.9/10	69
25th	Ashiwada Hotel	8.8/10	335
26th	Pension Marieペンションマリエ	8.8/10	311
27th	Kounso	8.8/10	79
28th	Lakeland Hotel Mizunosato	8.7/10	2,322
29th	SAKURA inn 白米	9.1/10	11
30th	Glamping Village Fuji Kawaguchiko	8.8/10	28
31st	Ichifujiso	8.6/10	595
32nd	Akaishi Ryokan	8.5/10	712
33rd	Hakkaisan Konohanakan	8.9/10	5
34th	Fukuichi	8.5/10	104
35th	Wan Wan Paradise Premier Yamanakako	8.5/10	84
36th	Haku Fuji Yamanakako	10.0/10	1
37th	Shiki-no-Yado Fujisan	8.4/10	5,240
38th	Wan Wan Paradise Yatsugatake	8.2/10	10
39th	Lake Yamanakako Shuzansou	8.2/10	45
40th	Asia Hotel FUJISAN	8.1/10	24
41st	Ryokan Fuji Heights	7.7/10	7
42nd	Hanamizuki	7.3/10	4
43rd	The Gran Resort Princess Fujikawaguchiko	8.2/10	903
44th	Maruyaso	8.1/10	162
45th	Hanasuishou	8.1/10	205
46th	Hotel Hatta	8.1/10	315
47th	Isawa Tokiwa Hotel	8.1/10	718
48th	Yamanaka Lake Ryozan	8.1/10	1,198
49th	Mt Fuji Hanayagi no Sho Keizan	8.1/10	1,716
50th	YATSUGATAKE KOGEN RESORT	8.0/10	112
51st	Yanagiya	8.0/10	141
52nd	KAMENOI HOTEL Fuji	7.8/10	35
53rd	Meitei no Yado Hotel Koshien	8.0/10	638
54th	Yamagisi Ryokan	8.0/10	649
55th	Kikori	7.9/10	122
56th	Hotel Kimiyoshi	7.8/10	131
57th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Hotel Shinko	7.8/10	145
58th	Fujimien	7.1/10	21
59th	Minshuku Kobayashi	7.4/10	63
60th	Kasugai View Hotel	7.6/10	452
61st	Hotel Sekitei	7.6/10	870
62nd	Hotel Hana Isawa	7.4/10	100
63rd	Yasuragi no Bettei Shikitei	7.2/10	46
64th	Hotel Heian	6.6/10	21
65th	Isawa View Hotel	7.4/10	250
66th	Sakura no Yakata Hotel	7.1/10	68
67th	Hotel Kaminoyu Onsen	6.8/10	400
68th	Lake Oshino	4.2/10	13

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Lake Views Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Hot Spring Bath Kaiseki Cuisine

Location

401-0303 Yamanashi, Fujikawaguchiko, Asagawa 358 , Japan

Staff 10,0/10

Facilities 9,0/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 9,0/10

Value for money 9,0/10

Location 9,0/10

Fuji View BathsHot spring baths are a standout for direct Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi views.

Lakefront SettingSet by Lake Kawaguchi in Asagawa, ideal for Fuji Five Lakes sightseeing.

Japanese-Style RoomsTraditional tatami-style rooms strengthen the ryokan feel over a standard hotel stay.

Kaiseki-Style DiningJapanese meals are a core part of the stay, with dinner frequently praised.

Station ShuttleFree pickup from Kawaguchiko Station makes arrival easier without a car.

Thoughtful HospitalityReviews repeatedly highlight attentive, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and ryokan dining are the strongest drivers here: arrive for check-in, soak before dinner, enjoy breakfast with the lake area the next morning, and add a second night only if you want unhurried Kawaguchiko sightseeing or weather flexibility for Mt. Fuji views.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1–2 night Kawaguchiko ryokan stay for Mt. Fuji views, onsen, and a relaxed lake area visit rather than a long regional base.

Know before booking

Limited walkable servicesThe setting is scenic but not highly convenient; even the nearest convenience store is a noticeable walk.

Not a long-stay baseGood for Kawaguchiko and nearby sights, but the ryokan itself is better for a short scenic pause than a long regional stay.

Station transfer planningKawaguchiko Station is close by car, but arrival works best if you coordinate the shuttle or use a taxi.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Ryokan meal venue for seasonal Japanese set meals.

Breakfast Room (on-site)

on-site

Japanese-style breakfast service at the ryokan.

Lobby Refreshments (on-site)

on-site

Simple guest treats and tasting experiences.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive at Kawaguchiko Station first, then use the ryokan shuttle if available or take a short taxi ride with luggage. If coming from Tokyo by air, Haneda Airport is usually the more practical airport than Narita for reaching Kawaguchiko.

Kawaguchiko Stationstation
1.6 kmabout 25–35 min on foot, uphill in parts and less ideal with luggageabout 6–10 min by taxi or carabout 10–20 min by local bus or hotel shuttle, best checked locally
Primary arrival point for the area. Best overall access hub for rail, highway bus, sightseeing buses, and hotel pickup.
Otsuki Stationstation
19 kmabout 45–60 min by car in normal conditionsabout 50–80 min by train transfer via the Fujikyuko Line, or longer depending on connections
Important regional rail transfer point for travelers arriving from JR lines, especially from Tokyo rail routes.
Mishima Stationstation
45 kmabout 1 hr 20–1 hr 50 min by car depending on trafficoften about 2–3 hr via bus or rail-bus combinations, best checked locally
Useful for some Shinkansen-based approaches from western Japan, but usually less direct than Kawaguchiko Station for the final arrival.
Asakawa Onsen Town Bus Stopbus
90 mabout 3–8 min depending on exact stop position and room entranceabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 10–20 min from Kawaguchiko Station by sightseeing or local bus, best checked locally
Useful if you want the nearest practical bus stop to the ryokan area and are traveling light.
Azagawa Bus Stopbus
510 mabout 5–10 min depending on route and slopeabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10–20 min from Kawaguchiko Station by local sightseeing bus, best checked locally
Alternative nearby stop in the same lakeside district; useful when the closest onsen-area stop timing does not suit.
Tokyo International Airport (Haneda)airport
91 kmtoo far to be practical by direct taxi to the ryokancommonly about 3–4.5 hr total via Tokyo transfer and train or highway bus connections
Usually the most practical airport choice for reaching Kawaguchiko from the Tokyo side.
Narita International Airportairport
149 kmtoo far to be practical by direct taxi to the ryokancommonly about 4–5.5 hr total with transfers, often longer than Haneda
Viable for international arrivals, but generally a longer and less convenient airport option for this ryokan than Haneda.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Mt. Fuji views from the roomsThis ryokan is built around the scenery: its Japanese-style rooms are positioned to face both Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. That makes the stay feel special even when you are simply relaxing in your room.
Onsen with a scenic panoramaThe public hot spring bath is one of the main draws here, with large windows looking toward Mt. Fuji and the lake. It suits travelers who want a classic soak with a real sense of place rather than a generic indoor bath.
Traditional ryokan atmosphereRooms use tatami flooring and futon bedding, so the experience feels distinctly Japanese rather than like a standard hotel near the Fuji area. This is a good fit if cultural atmosphere matters as much as convenience.
Convenient station pickupThe property offers a free shuttle from Kawaguchiko Station with advance arrangement, which helps offset its hillside lakeside position. That is especially useful if you are arriving with luggage or without a rental car.
Thoughtful extras beyond the stayAsafuji adds small guest experiences such as sake tastings, seasonal treats, and simple cultural activities. These touches can make a one-night ryokan stay feel warmer and more memorable.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not right by the stationAlthough access is manageable, the ryokan is not in the most central station-side location. If you want to move around Fujikawaguchiko entirely on foot with maximum ease, this may feel less convenient.
Dinner timing can be restrictiveGuests with dinner plans are expected to reach Kawaguchiko Station by 6:00 p.m. at the latest for pickup logistics. That can be inconvenient if you are arriving late from Tokyo or after a full day of sightseeing.
Mostly public-bath focusedThe standout onsen experience is the shared public bath with the view. If your priority is a private open-air bath experience in every room, this ryokan is not the clearest fit.
Traditional rooms may feel less plushThe appeal here is authenticity, not flashy resort-style luxury. Travelers expecting oversized designer rooms or a high-end contemporary feel may find it simpler than premium Fuji ryokans.
Best experience depends on the weatherA big part of the property's charm is the Mt. Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi outlook. On cloudy days, the emotional payoff of the room and bath views can be noticeably reduced.

Current position: 13th out of 68 ryokans in Yamanashi.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
8th	Temple Lodging Shukubo Kakurinbo	9.2/10	1,063
9th	Mt Fuji View and Private Sauna Ryokan Shizuku しずく	9.2/10	1,010
10th	Komaya Ryokan	9.3/10	130
11th	Taiheikan	9.2/10	481
12th	Fuji Onsenji Yumedono	9.1/10	2,529
13th	Fujikawaguchiko Onsen Hotel Asafuji Current ryokan	9.1/10	2,503
14th	Kasuitei Ooya	9.0/10	1,562
15th	Shoji Lake Hotel	9.0/10	1,062
16th	Tokiwa Hotel	9.1/10	97
17th	Yamadaya Hotel	9.0/10	504
18th	Fuji View Hotel	8.9/10	11,512