A trip to touch the underground water and history of Mt. Fuji at Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai, located at the foot of Mt. Fuji, is a group of springs that are designated as a national natural monument and registered as a World Cultural Heritage Site. Mt.Fuji's subterranean water springs out of the ground into the eight ponds, each of which is beautifully transparent, and the reflection of Mt.Fuji and the surrounding scenery on the surface of the water is truly spectacular. Oshino Hakkai has long been known as a sacred place for Mt. Fuji worship, and many legends and cultures remain. This time, we will introduce the charm and history of Oshino Hakkai, as well as recommended spots and gourmet information in the surrounding area.
Characteristics of Oshino Hakkai
Oshino Hakkai is said to have sprung up after the underground water of Mt. Fuji was filtered. As a result, the water is very clean and delicious, and maintains a constant temperature of about 13 degrees throughout the year. Oshino Hakkai consists of eight ponds: Deguchi Pond, Okama Pond, Sokonashi Pond, Choshi Pond, Waku Pond, Nigori Pond, Kagami Pond, and Shobu Pond.
Recommended spots and gourmet around Oshino Hakkai
After exploring Oshino Hakkai, enjoy the recommended spots and gourmet food in the surrounding area. First, you can learn about the history and culture of Oshino Village at the Hanokibayashi Folklore Museum, which is within walking distance from Oshino Hakkai. Agricultural tools and daily necessities used since the Edo period are on display, giving you a glimpse of what life was like back then.
Around Oshino Hakkai, you can enjoy local ingredients and specialty products. "Oshino soba" grown in the water of Oshino Hakkai is characterized by its smooth texture and aroma. In addition, there are many other gourmet dishes using Oshino Hakkai water, such as "Oshino Kusamochi", "Oshino Yusui Tofu", and "Oshino Hakkai Soft Serve Ice Cream".
Access information
Take the JR Chuo Line from Shinjuku Station and get off at Otsuki Station (about 90 minutes)
Take the Fujikyu Otsuki Line from Otsuki Station and get off at Mt.Fuji Station (about 50 minutes)
From Mt.Fuji Station
Take the "Route Bus [bound for Uchino]" and get off at the "Oshino Hakkai Iriguchi" bus stop.
Take the "Route Bus [Bound for Hirano via FANUC]" or "Fujikko" and get off at the "Oshino Hakkai (Ohashi)" bus stop.
If you come by express bus
From Shinjuku Station, take the Chuo Highway Bus [bound for Fuji Five Lakes] and get off at the Oshino Hakkai bus stop (approximately 140 minutes)
summary
Oshino Hakkai is a group of beautiful springs that spring from the underground water of Mt. Fuji. Oshino Hakkai is also an important place as a sacred place for Mt. Fuji worship, and many legends and cultures remain. In the Oshino Hakkai area, you can enjoy spots and gourmet foods where you can feel history and nature. At Oshino Hakkai, why not take a trip to touch the underground water of Mt. Fuji and its history?
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