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Gotemba
Spend a half‑day at Gotemba Premium Outlets or a 2‑hour bus to Fuji 5th Station; one night is enough.
Gotemba is a gateway to Mount Fuji’s south side and home to Japan’s largest outlet mall. It is reachable by train or highway bus from Tokyo and Haneda, and the town is compact enough for a single night stay, with free shuttle links between the station, the expressway interchange and the outlets.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JPY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, rain)
- Airports
- HND · NRT
- Nights
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Japan ↗IC cards (ICOCA/Suica) are topped up with cash at station machines.
- Japan ↗Smoking while walking is banned in most city centres; use designated areas.
- Japan ↗Shinkansen bags 160–250 cm (L+W+H) need a seat reserved with the oversized-baggage area.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Gotemba110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Gotemba, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cities are increasingly cashless; temples, small restaurants and some lodging taxes still want cash.Japan-wide
- SIM or eSIMData-only eSIMs are the easy route: buy before you fly; voice SIMs need a residence card.Japan-wide
- Tap waterSafe from the tap everywhere; stations and parks have fountains.Japan-wide
- TippingRestaurants and bars: No tip; staff will chase you to return money left on the table.Japan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 100 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Japan-wide
- SafetyGotemba is generally safe; stay alert on busy bus routes and keep valuables secure in crowded outlet areas.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in stations, parks and konbini; paper goes in the toilet.Japan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMuseums close on Mondays (Tuesday when Monday is a holiday); many family restaurants close one weekday, often Tuesday or Wednesday…Japan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckHND Haneda Airport (Direct Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus to Gotemba Station, about 2 h, ¥2,060 (≈ US$14) (check).).
- Getting aroundFree shuttle buses run every 15 min between Gotemba Station, the Tomei Gotemba Interchange and the Premium Outlets…
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at outlet café¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideBus from Gotemba to 5th Stationcheck¥1,110 (≈ US$8) one‑way
- Budget bedYouth hostel dorm bed, a night, per person¥2,500 (≈ US$17)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ¥5,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid ¥8,000 (≈ US$55) · High ¥13,000 (≈ US$90)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HND Haneda Airport (Direct Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus to Gotemba Station, about 2 h, ¥2,060 (check).) · NRT Narita Airport (Limited bus service, 2‑way ¥4,100, 3 h; better to travel via Tokyo first (check).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Feb
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jun (13 rain days), driest Nov (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Gotemba: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
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Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
7 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
11 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Free shuttle buses run every 15 min between Gotemba Station, the Tomei Gotemba Interchange and the Premium Outlets; hourly highway buses connect to Tokyo, Haneda and Yokohama.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Mount Fuji 5th Station
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus from Gotemba Station, 40 min
Round‑trip ¥1,540 (check).
Fuji Safari Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus or car, ~30 min
Drive‑through zoo west of town.
Kawaguchi‑ko (Lake Kawaguchi)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
Fujikyu bus from Gotemba Station, ~45 min
Lake views of Fuji.
Fujiyoshida (Fujikyu Highland)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
Bus from Gotemba Station, ~45 min
Amusement park; tickets sold at Gotemba bus depot.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Gotemba Youth Hostel
Cheapest lodging; call for rates.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥5,000–¥8,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥8,000–¥13,000 (≈ US$55–90) excl. bed
- High
- ¥13,000 (≈ US$90)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Youth hostel dorm bed1 × 1 night × ¥3,500 | ¥3,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ¥8,000 | ¥8,000 |
| Odakyu Romancecar from Shinjuku1 × ¥2,810 · Seat reservation required. | ¥2,810 |
| Free shuttle to Premium Outlets1 × ¥0 | ¥0 |
| Bus to Fuji 5th Station (round‑trip)1 × ¥1,540 · check | ¥1,540 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ¥1,590 |
| Trip total≈ ¥17,440 per person per day, bed included | ¥17,440≈ US$120 |
Check rates with hostel.
2026 estimate in yen; flights excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at outlet café | ¥300–¥500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bento box at station | ¥500–¥800 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Bus from Gotemba to 5th Stationcheck | ¥1,110 (≈ US$8) one‑way |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited direct bus service from Narita Airport; consider Tokyo‑Shinjuku train then bus.
- Seat‑reserved Romancecar trains require extra fare even with a JR Pass.
- Outlet shuttle runs only during outlet opening hours.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Osaka; Japanese embassy in Tokyo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Haneda → Gotemba (Odakyu bus): ≈¥2,060, 2 h (check)
- Shinjuku → Gotemba (Romancecar): ¥2,810 (≈ US$19), 2 h, seat‑reserved
- Gotemba → Fuji 5th Station (bus): ¥1,110 (≈ US$8) one‑way, 40 min
Say or show
- すみません — Excuse me / Sorry (sumimasen)
- ありがとうございます — Thank you (arigatō gozaimasu)
- いくらですか？ — How much is it? (ikura desu ka)
- バス停はどこですか？ — Where is the bus stop? (basu tei wa doko desu ka)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Gotemba. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, rain) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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