Gotemba Premium Outlets
Gotemba Premium Outlets is a large outdoor outlet mall on the Shizuoka side of Mount Fuji, popular with visitors combining shopping with a Fuji or Hakone itinerary — on a clear day the mountain is visible directly behind the shops.
The Fuji view from the outlets
Gotemba sits closer to Fuji's southern side than the Kawaguchiko area, and the outlet mall's open-air layout means the mountain is genuinely visible from parts of the complex on a clear day — a combination most shopping destinations can't offer.
Fitting it into a Fuji or Hakone day
Gotemba sits between Mount Fuji and Hakone geographically, which is why it appears as a stop on several Mount Fuji + Hakone combo tours rather than as a standalone day trip from Tokyo on its own.
Frequently asked questions
Can you see Mount Fuji from Gotemba Premium Outlets?
Yes, on a clear day, from parts of the open-air complex — visibility depends on the same weather conditions that affect any Fuji viewpoint.
How do you get to Gotemba Premium Outlets from Tokyo?
Most visitors reach it as a stop on a Mount Fuji + Hakone tour rather than a standalone trip; direct bus options exist from Tokyo but are less frequent than routes to Kawaguchiko.
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