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Kawaguchiko Music Forest

Kawaguchiko Music Forest

河口湖音楽の森

Yamanashi · Chubu

Kawaguchiko Music Forest is a unique theme park dedicated to music and musical instruments, featuring beautiful gardens and a variety of exhibits. Visitors can enjoy live performances and explore the history of music in a picturesque setting with views of Mount Fuji.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on the more popular attractions around Lake Kawaguchi, overlooking this charming musical oasis.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Popular
Rating
4.3· 7,667 reviews
Opening hours
Mon 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tue–Wed Closed Thu–Sun 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
Kawaguchiko Station
Website
kawaguchikomusicforest.jp/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=GBP&utm_term=GBP&utm_content=GBP&utm_campaign=GBP

Today

10:00–17:30Sun closed

Stored weekly hours

Mon 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tue–Wed Closed Thu–Sun 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

How to get there

From Nagoya Station · ~3h 30m by car

Tags

musictheme park

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