Lake Yamanakako Upside-down Fuji x Hot Air Balloon Ride: Spring Flight
3/20(金) 〜 5/24(日)
Lake Yamanakako, Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
A premium experience event where visitors float above in a hot air balloon from the meadow at Lake Yamanakako Exchange Plaza 'Kirara,' enjoying aerial views of Mt. Fuji and its reflection ('upside-down Fuji') on the lake. Flights from 6:30 AM let you take in the ever-changing expressions of Mt. Fuji in the crisp morning air. The tethered balloon ensures safety for first-timers. Experience views from the sky that cannot be seen from the ground during spring at the foot of Mt. Fuji.。
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Lake Yamanakako, Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture
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Stunning aerial views of Mt. Fuji and its reflection on the lake from a hot air balloon. Flight experience in the crisp morning air. Safe and secure tethered balloon system. Exclusive panoramic views of Lake Yamanakako and Mt. Fuji from the sky.
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Hot air balloon experiences at Lake Yamanakako began as part of tourism promotion in the Fuji Five Lakes area. Leveraging Lake Yamanakako's fame as a spot for viewing the 'upside-down Fuji,' this unique experience of viewing the reflection from the air has gained popularity.
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The first event was held September 20-23, 2025, to great acclaim. A second winter edition ran from December 24 through March 22 of the following year. Using the meadow zone at Lake Yamanakako Exchange Plaza Kirara, this new tourism activity offering aerial views of the 'upside-down Fuji' reflected on the lake has attracted attention. Regular operations began in 2026, with spring flights scheduled multiple times in March, April, and May.
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Lake Yamanakako Exchange Plaza Kirara (479-2 Hirano, Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi). About 10 minutes from Yamanakako IC on the Higashi Fuji Five Lakes Road. About 30 minutes by bus from Fujikyu Railway 'Fujisan Station.'
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Advance reservation required due to limited capacity. Golden Week dates are especially popular and require early booking. As flights are canceled in bad weather, planning for multiple possible dates is recommended.
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Fees: adults 5,000 yen, children (elementary school) 3,000 yen, preschoolers 1,500 yen. Operating hours 6:30-9:00 (from sunrise). Advance reservation required. Warm clothing essential for early morning. Operating dates are limited, so check official information.
Visitor Report
A tethered hot air balloon experience at the meadow zone of Lake Yamanakako Exchange Plaza Kirara. The rope-secured balloon gently rises 15-20m above ground, offering panoramic views of Mt. Fuji and its lake reflection from the air. Flights target the calm early morning hours from 6:00-8:00, resulting in minimal sway and stability suitable for families with children. Though the flight lasts only about 5 minutes including boarding, visitors praise the impressive sense of power and floating sensation. The inaugural September 2025 event sold out all 450 spots across 3 days, leading to the decision for regular operations. At 4,500 yen for adults and 2,500 yen for children, the reasonable pricing is also appealing. Many visitors combine the experience with hiking and hot springs around Lake Yamanakako, making it a notable new tourism activity in the Mt. Fuji area.
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