A primeval forest, Aokigahara Jyukai was born 1200 years ago. It is located on foot of a volcanic mauntain, Mt. Fuji. The Sea of Trees is a forest formed on a large amount of lava flows that flowed out of Mt. Fuji. Trees and moss, ferns have vigorously grown and widespread, sunlight illuminates vibrant nature, the spectacular scenery and the atmosphere are truly breathtaking. Surrounding the area are many ancient caves with fresh water directly from the snow on Mount Fuji. The area is full of natural wonders.
Join our English speaking guide on a private tour of the area to learn about the natural wonders of this forest. Your tour time will be 6 hours from pick up to drop off.
Note: The Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
**Bat Cave will be opened Mar 20th to Nov 30th in 2025(This may vary)** Lake Saiko Bat Cave (西湖コウモリ穴) is the largest of the several lava tubes in the Aokigahara Jukai Forest at the southwest of Lake Saiko. The total extension is over 350 meters and is the largest in the lava cave at the foot of Mt.Fuji. (Closed in the winter months)
Saiko Minshuku Village (西湖民宿村) is a place where old-fashioned guesthouses are gathered.
The Dragon Cave (龍宮洞穴) was one of the sacred places for the worshiper of Mt. Fuji during Edo period. It is nationally designated natural monument. It is said that the god of water was enshrined and a ritual to pray for rain was once held during times of drought. *Entry is prohibited due to danger of falling rocks
You will make your own way to the meeting points