How long should you spend at Narusawa Ice Cave?

Visitors typically stay for about 10-20 minutes.

Narusawa Ice Cave

Tourist Attraction

3.9

(8.6k)

The Narusawa Ice Cave is a lava tube formed over a thousand years ago during a Mount Fuji eruption, located in the Aokigahara forest. It's a short, chilly walk through narrow, dim passages with solidified lava walls and impressive ice formations that persist year-round. The cave was historically used as a natural refrigerator, with ice sent to the shōgun during the Edo period.

Address

Japan, 〒401-0320 Yamanashi, Minamitsuru District, Narusawa, 鳴沢８５３３

Website

http://www.mtfuji-cave.com/

Opening Hours

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Fri)

Phone

+81 555-85-2301

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Worth it?

Worth it if you're up for a quick, adventurous underground exploration and don't mind crouching

Skip if you're claustrophobic or expect extensive ice formations outside of winter

Reviewers found the experience unique and memorable, especially the impressive ice formations.2 mentions

The cave offers a refreshing coolness, particularly appreciated during hot weather.1 mention

It's a short and inexpensive adventure, making it a good value.2 mentions

The path inside can be slippery and tight in spots, requiring caution.2 mentions

Some visitors noted that the ice pillars might have melted over the years, especially outside of winter.2 mentions

Location

Japan, 〒401-0320 Yamanashi, Minamitsuru District, Narusawa, 鳴沢８５３３

Highlights

You'll navigate a section where you have to squat or almost crawl through, adding to the adventure.

The temperature inside stays around 0–3°C all year, making it a refreshing escape from the heat.

Helmets are provided for free to protect your head from low-hanging rocks and icicles.

Who it's for

Solo

Couples

Friends

No wheelchair entrance

Free parking

This is for adventurous travelers who don't mind tight spaces and want a unique, cool experience, especially on a hot day. It's also great for those looking to pair it with a nature walk to the nearby Fugaku Wind Cave.

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Know before you go

Wear good shoes as the path can be slippery and a light jacket for the chilly interior.

Watch your head for low-hanging rocks and icicles, especially in the narrower sections.

Reviews

3.9

Good

5 Reviews

Visitors generally find the Narusawa Ice Cave a unique and adventurous experience, highlighting the impressive ice formations and the refreshing coolness inside. Many mention the need to navigate narrow, sometimes slippery passages and stairs, with a section requiring crouching.