Top reasons to take the bullet train
Beat the traffic back to Tokyo
Roads leading to and from Mt. Fuji can get congested—especially during weekends, holidays, or cherry blossom season. Taking the bullet train means no risk of traffic jams, and a guaranteed return time to Tokyo. You’ll arrive relaxed, on schedule, and without the stress of navigating highways.
See Fuji from the train
On a clear day, you can spot Mt. Fuji right from the window as the train glides past. Have your camera ready. It’s one of the rare chances to see the mountain from a distance while comfortably seated and moving at over 250 km/h.
More time at the mountain
Shinkansen trains cut hours off your travel time compared to buses or slow regional trains. That means more time on the ground to enjoy Fuji’s highlights—whether Mt Fuji 5th Station, Lake Ashinoko, or Hakone.
Comfort & convenience
Japan’s bullet trains are known for onboard comfort—plush seating, clean restrooms, tray tables, and leg space. With frequent departures and smooth connections to buses or local lines in Hakone or Fuji Five Lakes, you’ll get where you’re going with zero hassle.
