Coffee on a Kayak with Mt. Fuji - Early Morning
Description
Start your day with the peaceful beauty of Mt Fuji from Lake Kawaguchiko. In the early morning, the lake is calm and quiet, and the view of Mt Fuji is unforgettable. Some days, you might see a sea of clouds, soft mist on the water, or birds like swans and cormorants. Our friendly English speaking guide will share stories about Kawaguchiko and Mt Fuji. We enjoy helping travelers make the most of their time in Japan. Great for First Timers No experience needed. We will guide you step by step and take photos to help you remember this part of your trip. Easy to Reach Our shop is near many hotels and just a 15 minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station. How to Get to Kawaguchiko from Tokyo ① Take a train from Shinjuku to Otsuki, then transfer to the Fujikyu Line or ① Take a direct limited express train from Shinjuku or ① Take an express bus from Shinjuku Need help with directions? Just ask. *We also offer daytime kayaking options at 10am and 1pm!
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(107)
We had an amazing time! The guide was friendly and kind. He even provided hot coffee and took great pictures for us out on the water. The views of Fuji and the surrounding area were spectacular. Most importantly, my kids had fun with an experience they’ll never forget!
The early morning kayaking option is an incredibly peaceful experience, whether you actually see Mt. Fuji or not. The surroundings are breathtaking! Mt Fuji just happened to be hiding behind clouds while we were there. The guide (Grahame) was very knowledgeable and friendly, allowing us to simply soak up the experience.
Thanks so much! Fuji was obviously feeling a bit shy that morning... she does that from time to time😄 I'm really glad you still loved being on the water though. Those early mornings on the lake are hard to beat, with or without the mountain. It was great to paddle out with you guys! Cheers, Grahame
Well the curtains were closed and we didn't get to see Mt. Fuji; however, this was still one of the best experiences in Japan. The lake and surroundings are simply stunning, especially peaceful during the early morning kayaking option. Grahame was an amazing guide, really taking the time to let us properly soak up the experience. Highly recommend!
Thanks again:) I'm really glad you enjoyed kayaking on Lake Kawaguchiko. It's amazing how peaceful it can be before everyone else wakes up. It was great to spend the morning with you and your family, and thanks again for taking the time to write a review:) I hope the photos bring back some happy memories. All the best, Grahame
We had an absolutely amazing time kayaking with Grahame. We would highly recommend the experience. Grahame is personable and knowledgeable and that just added to an already special experience of being on the lake and seeing the beautiful scenery.
It was such a pleasure being out on the water with you and your family. The mix of interesting questions and those quiet, peaceful moments made for a really special morning. Those early morning paddles are my favourite, especially when I get to share them with lovely people like you. Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review during your holiday. It really means a lot. Cheers, Grahame
Highlight of our trip to Mt Fuji. Grahame was an amazing & knowledgeable guide. Highly recommended. A not to be missed experience with calmness of the lake & Mt Fuji in the background.
It was so lovely being out on the water with you guys. I really hope you made some special memories, and that the photos bring a smile back each time you look at them. I know life gets busy, so thank you for taking the time to write something. It really does mean a lot. Please come back and see us again next time you’re in Japan:) All the best, Grahame
Absolutely loved this experience! It was so peaceful kayaking on the water, and the views were incredible. Our guide was so kind, supportive, and knowledgeable(and hot lol). If you’re thinking about booking this tour I would 10/10 recommend :)
Thank you so much for the kind review (and compliment!) I'm happy to hear that you had a fun time out on the water with me. I really enjoyed sharing my love for the area with you and getting to chat while enjoying the peaceful lake together Come back again anytime;) Safe travels to you my friends Thank you!
This was our favorite activity in Kawaguchiko (family of 5 with youngest 10 years old). Grahame is an excellent guide. Flexible with meet time, friendly, and knowledgeable about area. Lake is very peaceful early in morning. Excellent view of Mt Fuji from lake. Highly recommend.
Ah, thank you so much! It was lovely to meet you all, and I’m really glad you enjoyed it. Your youngest did great out there too:) I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Japan. Cheers, Grahame
We had a great experience kayaking on lake Kawaguchiko with our guide CJ! We did the morning tour, so we enjoyed some nice coffee on the lake with surprising views of Mount Fuji. It was so quiet on the lake in the morning, so definitely worth waking up early for. CJ was a great guide, he was very friendly. We had some nice conversations and he could tell us a lot about the region, which we were very interested in. Overall the best experience, maybe one of the best things we will have done and seen on our Japan trip. Also highly recommend renting bikes at the shop after to bike around the lake! It was so calm and we got some more amazing views of Fuji. This is an experience we will never forget!
Wow what a kind review, thank you so much for your nice words! Nothing better than coffee with Fuji, while sharing that time with special company I'm always happy to express my love and passion for the area with people like you! Also I'm glad you enjoyed those bikes;) See you next time
CJ and the team were lovely, the experience at 7 am is the best, the weather, the peace, I truly think it's one of the best ways to begin your day. Afterwards, rent a bike for the whole day and end it in an Onsen, that's the perfect day, and Naturabase were so lovely, I'm so happy to have done this experience! Because they also have a discount for the bike (that I had the whole day for the price of the kayaking experience). I was lucky and we were a small group of four with the guide, and it was personalized and cozy and calm. Thank you CJ for your kindness and easy going nature.
I'm so happy you had such a wonderful experience. Starting off with some kayaking is always my favorite way to start the day, so thank you for coming along with me Like you said, I love the small and cozy group we had. It was so special! I hope the rest of your adventures are just as amazing as your day in Kawaguchiko
An absolute must activity if you're in the Mount Fuji area. Early morning kayaking is the best time and the best way to admire the views and enjoy the serenity of the lake. Our guide, Graham, was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about anything related to the mountain, so we learned quite a bit as well. Thank you Naturacare and Graham (and Guillaume too for making an awesome coffee)!!
Thank you so much for the kind words. It was a real pleasure meeting you both and sharing time on the lake together. I loved it! I'm glad you enjoyed learning a little more about Fuji san and the local area. And I'll pass on the info that Guillaume is in the wrong job - good paddle is even better with a good cup of Guillaume's coffee in hand:) Thank you again for joining us and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I really appreciate it. All the best, Grahame NaturaBase
