Things to Do in Narusawa (鳴沢村), Yamanashi: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Narusawa (鳴沢村) in Yamanashi Prefecture (Chubu, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Fujiyama (富士山), Mishōtai Zan (御正体山), Kawaguchiko Sōgō Park (河口湖総合公園) and served by Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) via the regional hub at Kofu Station & Otsuki Station (JR Chuo Line / Fujikyuko Line). Set at 1502 m elevation (35.4278°N, 138.6983°E), Narusawa offers travelers a base for sampling regional Hoto (flat wheat noodles simmered in miso pumpkin broth), Koshu white wine & Kofu tori-motsuni (鳥もつ煮, glazed chicken offal), Yoshida udon (firm noodles near Mt. Fuji) cuisine and exploring neighboring Fujikawaguchiko (富士河口湖町) (9.3 km), Fujiyoshida (富士吉田市) (11.9 km), Oshino (忍野村) (14.7 km), Yamanakako (山中湖村) (16.2 km).

Narusawa is located in southern Yamanashi Prefecture, in the foothills of Mount Fuji. The entire village is located within the borders of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. The place name "Narusawa" is mentioned in the Kamakura period chronicle Azuma Kagami as a hamlet on the road connecting Kai Province with Suruga Province. During the Edo period, all of Kai Province was tenryō territory under direct control of the Tokugawa shogunate. The Kawaguchiko Motor Museum is located in Narusawa. Within Yamanashi Prefecture, Narusawa (鳴沢村) serves as a village (村) in Yamanashi Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Northern slopes of Mount Fuji, the Fuji Five Lakes (Kawaguchiko, Yamanakako), Chureito Pagoda (Fujiyoshida), Koshu wine-country vineyards, and Shosenkyo Gorge.

What to See & Do in Narusawa (鳴沢村): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Narusawa (鳴沢村) from Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) at 1502 m elevation (35.4278°N, 138.6983°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Narusawa):

• Fujiyama (富士山) — local sightseeing landmark near Narusawa (鳴沢村).
• Mishōtai Zan (御正体山) — local sightseeing landmark near Narusawa (鳴沢村).
• Kawaguchiko Sōgō Park (河口湖総合公園) — local sightseeing landmark near Narusawa (鳴沢村).
• Ashiwada Yama (五湖台) — local sightseeing landmark near Narusawa (鳴沢村).
• Mount Fuji — local sightseeing landmark near Narusawa (鳴沢村).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Narusawa: Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) (connecting to Kofu Station & Otsuki Station (JR Chuo Line / Fujikyuko Line)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Narusawa

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Narusawa (鳴沢村) and Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Yamanashi Prefecture and Chubu:

• Fujikawaguchiko (富士河口湖町) — 9.3 km from Narusawa (Yamanashi Prefecture)
• Fujiyoshida (富士吉田市) — 11.9 km from Narusawa (Yamanashi Prefecture)
• Oshino (忍野村) — 14.7 km from Narusawa (Yamanashi Prefecture)
• Yamanakako (山中湖村) — 16.2 km from Narusawa (Yamanashi Prefecture)
• Nishikatsura (西桂町) — 16.9 km from Narusawa (Yamanashi Prefecture)

Getting to Narusawa & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Narusawa (鳴沢村) via Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km): 1h 30m from Tokyo Shinjuku Station to Kofu on the JR Limited Express Azusa/Kaiji, or 1h 55m to Kawaguchiko via the Fuji Excursion train or highway bus. From Kofu Station & Otsuki Station (JR Chuo Line / Fujikyuko Line), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) to reach central Narusawa (35.4278°N, 138.6983°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Kofu with Narusawa (鳴沢村) and neighboring Fujikawaguchiko, Fujiyoshida, Oshino. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Narusawa, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Narusawa and continuing toward Fujikawaguchiko can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Narusawa: While Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) anchors public transit for Narusawa, picking up a rental car at Kofu Station & Otsuki Station (JR Chuo Line / Fujikyuko Line) makes it easy to link Fujiyama (富士山) and Mishōtai Zan (御正体山) with nearby Fujikawaguchiko (富士河口湖町) (9.3 km), Fujiyoshida (富士吉田市) (11.9 km), Oshino (忍野村) (14.7 km), Yamanakako (山中湖村) (16.2 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Narusawa (鳴沢村) & Yamanashi

Dining near Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) and across Narusawa (鳴沢村) highlights the regional food culture of Yamanashi Prefecture and Chubu. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Narusawa:

• Local specialty & terroir of Narusawa (鳴沢村): regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Hoto (flat wheat noodles simmered in miso pumpkin broth) — regional specialty enjoyed across Narusawa (鳴沢村) and Yamanashi Prefecture.
• Koshu white wine & Kofu tori-motsuni (鳥もつ煮, glazed chicken offal) — regional specialty enjoyed across Narusawa (鳴沢村) and Yamanashi Prefecture.
• Yoshida udon (firm noodles near Mt. Fuji) — regional specialty enjoyed across Narusawa (鳴沢村) and Yamanashi Prefecture.
• Shine Muscat grapes & peaches — regional specialty enjoyed across Narusawa (鳴沢村) and Yamanashi Prefecture.

If you are dining in Narusawa (鳴沢村) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km).

Where to Stay in Narusawa (鳴沢村)

Visitors staying overnight in Narusawa (鳴沢村) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km), or base at major rail hubs in Kofu (Kofu Station & Otsuki Station (JR Chuo Line / Fujikyuko Line)) or neighboring Fujikawaguchiko, Fujiyoshida, Oshino for quick train access into Narusawa. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Narusawa & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Narusawa (鳴沢村, 1502 m elevation at 35.4278°N, 138.6983°E): Mid-April for Chureito Pagoda cherry blossoms with Mt. Fuji; July–September for grape/peach orchards; November for Lake Kawaguchiko Maple Corridor & crisp clear Fuji views.

Wider sightseeing across Yamanashi Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Fujiyama (富士山) in Narusawa (鳴沢村) includes: Northern slopes of Mount Fuji, the Fuji Five Lakes (Kawaguchiko, Yamanakako), Chureito Pagoda (Fujiyoshida), Koshu wine-country vineyards, and Shosenkyo Gorge.

Practical Travel Tips for Narusawa (鳴沢村)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Narusawa: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Kofu Station & Otsuki Station (JR Chuo Line / Fujikyuko Line) or Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) for local bus schedules to Fujiyama (富士山) and walking maps of Narusawa (鳴沢村).
• Cash & ATMs in Narusawa: Convenience stores and major hotels around Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Fujiyama (富士山) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Narusawa accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Narusawa: Around Kawaguchiko Station (河口湖駅) (10.1 km) and neighboring Fujikawaguchiko, Fujiyoshida, Oshino, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.