Dialysis travel guide for Chubu

Two observation terraces at Shindo Pass overlook Mount Fuji and the Lake Kawaguchi area. The saved coordinates identify the First Terrace, which visitors can reach.

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Private vehicles may not pass the gate beyond Lily Bell Hütte at the Suzuran Colony Parking Lot. Park in the designated lot, take the paid shuttle bus for about 10 minutes, then walk uphill and climb approximately 180 steps for about five minutes to the Second Terrace. The First Terrace is another approximately 80 metres away.

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In 2026, the shuttle bus is scheduled to operate daily from 20 April through late November, subject to suspension in bad weather. The round-trip fare is ¥1,800 for adults and ¥900 for children aged 3–12. The Suzuran Colony Parking Lot has 40 spaces, and parking outside the designated lot is not permitted. Visitors who do not use the bus are advised that the approximately 3 km uphill walk from Lily Bell Hütte takes about 50 minutes. Check the official site shortly before visiting for the current operating period, timetable, availability and fares.

A day-use hot spring in Yamanashi City with views over the Kofu Basin and toward Mount Fuji. Acchi-no-yu and Kocchi-no-yu operate as separate bathing areas.

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About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Yamanashi-shi Station. The municipal bus runs to Fuefukigawa Fruit Park four times a day, followed by a walk of about 20 minutes. By car, it is about 25 minutes from either Katsunuma IC or Ichinomiya-Misaka IC. Free parking is available for 280 vehicles.

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Open year-round from one hour before sunrise until 10:00 p.m., with last admission at 9:30 p.m. Admission is JPY 900 per bath for adults and JPY 400 for children, and payment is cash only. Individual baths may temporarily close for maintenance, so check the official notices on the day of your visit. Icy road conditions are possible in winter. Public information does not establish whether bathing is suitable for dialysis patients; ask your treating clinician about your condition and whether bathing is appropriate.

A scenic gorge north of Kofu, known for a walking route past rock formations, forest scenery and waterfalls. Kakuenpo, the gorge's main rock peak, can be viewed from Yume no Matsushima on the promenade.

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Use a Shosenkyo-bound bus from JR Kofu Station. The official guide says that reaching Yume no Matsushima, the viewpoint for Kakuenpo, involves about 1–1.5 km of walking from either the prefectural Green Line parking area or the Sengataki area. Check current seasonal bus service and stops.

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The saved coordinates mark Yume no Matsushima, an accessible visitor viewpoint for Kakuenpo, not the summit of the rock peak. The gorge is broad, and the official guide notes stairs at Yume no Matsushima, so walking distance, gradients and time vary by route. As checked on October 6, 2026, the public toilet at Yume no Matsushima was listed as unavailable due to rockfall damage; use facilities near the prefectural parking area or Takiue and check the latest trail status.

A prefectural museum collecting, preserving and displaying archaeological materials found in Yamanashi. It is located in the Kai Fudoki-no-Oka and Sone Hills Park area and presents permanent and special exhibitions.

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The official access guide lists a local bus from Kofu Station towards Toyotomi via Nakadobashi, alighting at Kenritsu Koko Hakubutsukan. Check the timetable for the travel date.

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Hours are 9:00–17:00, with last admission at 16:30. Closures include Mondays, the year-end period, a January maintenance period and exhibition changeovers. Permanent and special exhibitions have different admission. Wheelchairs can be requested at reception. An exterior photograph is planned only after permission from Yamanashi Prefecture.

A hillside park with an observation deck overlooking Fujiyoshida and Mount Fuji, known for views combining Chureito Pagoda with seasonal scenery.

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It is about a 25-minute walk from Shimoyoshida Station to Chureito Pagoda.

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The route to Chureito Pagoda and the observation deck includes 398 steps. Allow for the time and walking involved, and check current crowd and traffic-control information during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.

An onsen district around Isawa-Onsen Station, with hotels and ryokan that can serve as a base for exploring Yamanashi.

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Sakura Onsen Street is about a 10-minute walk from JR Isawa-Onsen Station. Check the exact location and any shuttle service with the individual property.

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This page covers the wider onsen district rather than one property. Straight-line distances use the Isawa Onsen place marker on Google Maps as a representative point. Check bathing hours, closures and accommodation conditions with each operator.

A park on the north shore of Lake Kawaguchi with open views across the lake toward Mount Fuji.

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About 30 minutes by sightseeing bus or 15 minutes by taxi from Kawaguchiko Station.

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The park is away from the railway station, so check round-trip bus times and weather conditions in advance.

A public park near Kofu Station containing part of the Kofu Castle ruins, with historic stone ramparts, the reconstructed Inari Yagura Turret, and viewpoints over central Kofu.

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About a five-minute walk from JR Kofu Station. Advance application is required to use the parking spaces designated for visitors with disabilities.

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The park grounds are open for strolling, while the Inari Yagura Turret has separate opening hours and closing days. Accessible toilets and an elevator are listed, but routes vary by the part of the castle grounds you plan to visit, so check the destination and current opening information in advance.

A major Nagoya historic site featuring the reconstructed Hommaru Palace and extensive castle grounds.

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About a five-minute walk from Exit 7 of Nagoyajo Station on the Meijo Subway Line.

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Additional walking is required from the gates to the Hommaru Palace and other areas. Check current access and admission times on the official site.