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Oshino Hakkai – The 8 Springs of Oshino

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Oshino Hakkai – The 8 Springs of Oshino

Sacred Ponds Borne from Mt. Fuji’s Melted Snow.

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Oshino Hakkai is the collective name for Mt. Fuji’s 8 natural ponds, Deguchi-ike, Okama-ike, Sokonashi-ike, Choshi-ike, Waku-ike, Nigori-ike, Kagami-ike and Shobu-ike. Once a former lake, the area has dried up and formed the 8 spring-sourced ponds that remain today.
The melted snow from Mt. Fuji can spend almost 20 years filtering through the underground volcanic rock, resulting in waters that are extremely clear.
Coupled with the beauty of Mt. Fuji and its lakes, the astonishing beauty of this place has garnered more and more attention.

Highlights

  • Oshino Hakkai is a component part of Mt. Fuji as a world heritage site. It has also been registered as a National Natural Monument and as one of the Selected 100 Exquisite and Well-Conserved Waters.
  • You cannot drink the pond water directly, but there are designated areas to taste or fill up a water bottle for free.
  • Picture-perfect backdrop of clear waters and Mt. Fuji. There are plenty of vantage spots nearby to view the mountain lakes and Mt. Fuji.

Photos

  • Oshino Hakkai against Mt. Fuji

    Oshino Hakkai against Mt. Fuji

  • Oshino Hakkai in Winter

    Oshino Hakkai in Winter

  • Extremely clear waters

    Extremely clear waters

Reviews

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  • BobbyJenny
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    The crystal-clear spring ponds at Oshino Hakkai are breathtaking. The peaceful, beautiful surroundings and majestic views of Mt. Fuji make you feel like you've stepped into a painting.

    Strolling through the area, you can soak in the charm of nature and the traditional village. It's a relaxing spot that's well worth a visit.

  • 陳恩浩
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    I originally thought it would just be a few ponds, but it had way more charm in person than I expected. The thatched roofs, flowing water, and Mt. Fuji all go so well together. It’s not just a spot for photos of Mt. Fuji, but also a place with a wonderful Japanese countryside atmosphere. Walking through the little village felt really relaxing.

  • Lin
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    Seeing Mt. Fuji so clearly at Oshino Hakkai was truly stunning, and I felt so lucky 😍

  • 范慈茜
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    The cherry blossoms at Oshino Hakkai are absolutely dreamy. Mt. Fuji with those soft pink blossoms, plus the crystal-clear spring water, makes the scenery unbelievably beautiful!

  • 屈逍遙
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    The pond color looks kind of unreal—so blue it seems like there’s a filter on it—but it’s actually real.

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Details

Name in Japanese
忍野八海
Postal Code
401-0511
Address
Shibokusa, Minamitsurugun Oshinomura, Yamanashi
Tel
0555-84-7794 (Oshino Village Hall)
Business Hours
Open all day for visitation
※Excluding Sokonashi-ike Pond, due to its on-site location follows the museum hours of Hannoki Bayashi Shiryokan
Entrance
Free
※Excluding Sokonashi-ike Pond, due to its on-site location is included in the fee for visiting Hannoki Bayashi Shiryokan
Access
Take the Uchino-bound bus from Mt. Fuji Station (Fujikyuko Line) or Fujikkogo bus and get off at Oshino Hakkai stop (approx. 25 mins required)
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
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