Information checked: August 23, 2026, 8:38 AM JST.
Fujikyu Railway is operating temporary Fujisan Limited Express 93 and 94 services on weekdays through September 2026. The trains are timed for a transfer at Otsuki from the outbound Kaiji 19 and to the return Kaiji 40, offering a practical midday alternative to a through train or highway bus.
Key Facts For Travelers
This Is a Transfer Service, Not a Through Train
The operator describes Fujisan Limited Express 93 as connecting with Kaiji 19, which leaves Shinjuku at 11:30 AM. Travelers change trains at Otsuki rather than staying in the same seat all the way to the Fuji Five Lakes. Keep tickets and luggage ready before arrival so the transfer is straightforward.
The local limited express stops at Tsuru-bunkadaigaku-mae, Shimoyoshida, Mt. Fuji Station, Fuji-Q Highland, and Kawaguchiko. The scheduled Kawaguchiko arrival is 1:31 PM, so check attraction closing times before building a short afternoon itinerary.
Return Connection and Operating Days
Fujisan Limited Express 94 leaves Kawaguchiko at 3:39 PM, reaches Otsuki at 4:28 PM, and is scheduled to connect with Kaiji 40 departing at 4:46 PM for Shinjuku. The railway warns that a delay can break the connection, so avoid a tight onward reservation in Tokyo.
The listed operation is weekday-only from August 17 through September 30. The operator lists no service in October or November, and September 1 is scheduled to use a regular train set because the dedicated vehicle is undergoing inspection.
Tickets and Luggage Planning
The JR Kaiji segment and the Fujikyu Railway limited-express segment are different parts of the trip. Confirm the required base fares and limited-express or reserved-seat products for each segment when booking. Do not assume that a ticket for one train automatically covers the other.
Otsuki is a working commuter and mountain-rail gateway. Use compact luggage where possible, follow transfer signs, and allow extra time if traveling with children, mobility equipment, or several bags.
Traveler Actions
- Confirm that your travel date is a listed weekday between August 17 and September 30.
- Book or purchase the JR and Fujikyu portions with the correct limited-express requirements.
- Prepare to change trains at Otsuki; this is not a direct Shinjuku-Kawaguchiko service.
- Keep luggage manageable and check the platform information again on the day.
- Leave buffer time after the return trip because the operator does not guarantee a connection after delays.
Official Sources
Update History
- August 23, 2026: Created from the Fujikyu Railway notice updated August 21, including operating weekdays, station times, connecting Kaiji trains, September 1 vehicle note, and missed-connection warning.
