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Fuji-Q Highland

富士急ハイランド

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi · Kanto

The verdict

Best for: Children (5–11), Tweens & teens, Adults · Thomas & Friends, Gaspard et Lisa fans

Plan for: about 7 hours — Justifies a dedicated day; pairs well with a Mt. Fuji/Fuji Five Lakes itinerary

Height limits: Record-breaking coasters have strict limits (typically 110 cm+ and upper age/health limits); Thomas Land zone caters to young children

Signature attractions

  • Takabisha
  • Fujiyama
  • Eejanaika
  • Do-Dodonpa (status varies)
  • Zokkon
  • Thomas Land
Roller coasters at Fuji-Q Highland amusement park below Mount Fuji.
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Best for
Children (5–11), Tweens & teens, Adults
Thrill level
★★★★★
Time needed
7h
Tickets
1-Day Pass (dynamic): adult ~¥6,000-7,800; youth (12-17) ~¥5,500-7,300; child (elementary) ~¥4,400-5,000; infant/senior ~¥2,100-2,500. Free park entry; pay-per-ride also possible
Booking
Walk-up OK
English
★★★☆☆
Indoor / outdoor
outdoor
Confidence
Well-corroborated

Getting there: ~1h50m-2h by direct highway bus from Shinjuku, or JR to Otsuki then Fujikyuko Line. Roughly 2 hours from central Tokyo (technically Yamanashi/Mt. Fuji area, outside Kanto).

Ticket strategy: Free admission; 1-Day Pass (unlimited rides), Afternoon Pass, Priority Pass, or individual ride tickets

Express / priority access: Paid Priority Pass for skip-the-line on major coasters

Crowds: Long waits on marquee coasters on weekends/holidays; e-ticket saves time

Best time to go: Clear weekdays for Mt. Fuji views and shorter lines; check operating calendar as some days close

Peak periods to avoid: Weekends, Japanese holidays, Golden Week, Obon

Summer heat: Elevation keeps it cooler than Tokyo; coasters may pause in high wind/rain

Food & dietary: Multiple restaurants and food stalls across the park

Prams, access & sensory: Large outdoor site with walking; Thomas Land friendly for toddlers; thrill rides not for young/small children

Family facilities: Lockers, baby facilities in Thomas Land area

Nearby accommodation: Highland Resort Hotel & Spa on-site plus Fujiyoshida/Kawaguchiko lodging

Editor’s note: Reconfirm volatile details (prices, hours, height limits) on the official site before launch.