Glide into Winter: Now, Fuji-Q Highland Opens Ice Skating Rink with Breathtaking Mt. Fuji Backdrop

Published on November 24, 2025

This week, outdoor ice skating with a view of Mt. Fuji opens at Fuji-Q Highland amusement park, located at the foot of Fuji-san in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi. A new year-round outdoor skating rink will have its opening this Thursday, and this is expected to be a one-of-a-kind attraction to experience this winter season in Japan.

Workers from Fuji-Q Advanced Amusements have been preparing the outdoor rink for the past few days. They have been spraying water to build a 7cm thick layer of ice that will allow skaters to freely glide across. The entire rink is 400m in length and will be perfect for beginner skaters, as well as, for the experienced skaters to enjoy the view of Japan’s World Heritage site.

An Amusement Park at the Base of Mount Fuji

The Fuji-Q Highland Amusement Park just out of Fuji Yoshida city is one of the most sought-out tourist spots in the entire country of Japan, especially for its amazing rides, including some of the fastest roller coasters in the country. However, the new addition of the ice skating rink at Fuji-Q Highland brings about a new winter season event that pairs well with the landscape and cultural history artifacts with the addition of the ice skating rink with cultural and historical remoteness.  

The ice skating rink at Fuji-Q Highland also features a beautiful view of Japan’s most famous mountain, Mount Fuji, one of the country’s most well known and cherished symbols. The combination of the large, beautiful, snow-covered Mount Fuji with the winter ice skating event is a great way to spend the day for those who live in that area, and for tourists. While skating, guests are able to view the one-of-a-kind scenery, making the ice skating rink great for family time, couples, and tourists.

Ice Skating with a View: A New Winter Attraction for Tourists

An ice skating rink is a great new addition for winter tourism in Yamanashi Prefecture. Tourists can now visit Mt. Fuji and enjoy outdoor winter ice skating. It is an outdoor rink a refreshing break from the seasonal indoor rinks. Guests can enjoy the winter winds while skating and admire the traditionally indoor landscapes of one of Japan’s most famous indoor attractions.

Fuji-Q Highland offers ice skating and a variety of other winter-themed attractions. It is an easy visit for the whole family with the Fujiyama roller coaster and Thomas Land. It is an overall great experience enhanced by the addition of the ice skating rink. It is a great destination to spend a day with family and friends.

A Family-Friendly Destination for Winter Fun

Ice skating is an attraction which is especially great for families. Everyone gets the opportunity to enjoy winter activities that are bundled. The new skating rink is designed for people at all levels. Situationally, the skating rink is designed for beginners as they can enjoy the skating experience without the accompaniment of adverse skating environment. The skating area is designed with an unobstructed skating area which allows skaters to freely move around, enabling them to sharpen their skating skills while at the same time taking the opportunity to relish the awe of Mt. Fuji.

Fuji-Q Highland is also designed to entertain younger guests with many attractions including rides available at the show where the infamous Thomas the Tank Engine is featured. After families engage in skating activities, they can spend time at many food stalls in the park where they can buy a variety of warm drinks which is great for resting before heading to the rink for another skating activity.

Tourism and Local Economic Boost

With the new seasonal ice rink, there is expected to be an increase in tourism in Yamanashi Prefecture. Because of the hot springs, wineries, and the view of Mt. Fuji, the area is already a popular site to visit. The addition of a rink at Fuji-Q Highland will probably draw even more tourists in the winter months. Japan is especially popular in the winter. It is a place people go to enjoy winter activities and view the snow covered landscapes.

Participating local businesses, including restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops, will capitalize on additional clientele drawn to the area by the Fuji-Q Highland Park and newly-opened outdoor ice skating rink. Other businesses in the area will also experience increased patronage, and the FujiQ Highland Park will be able to offer added value to customers by expanding the array offerings available.

General Park Info

The Fuji-Q Highland Park Outdoor Ice Rink will be operational December through February, allowing those skiing or snowboarding on the Japanese Alps to take a short break, and to enjoy skating on the ice during their visit to Japan in winter. Ice rink tickets must be purchased in addition to regular park admission. However, park guests can enjoy a discounted combo admission ticket that gain entry to select park attractions. Skate rentals (as well as ice skating safety gear) are available at the ice rink.

For guests riding on public transportation, Fuji-Q Highland is accessible via bus or train transportation from Otsuki Station. For guests traveling by automobile, park entry is also available through major roadways. Complimentary on-site guest parking is also available on the park grounds, along with a number of area accommodations, including hotels and traditional ryokan inns, available for those who wish to enjoy the additional activities offered after a long day of adventuring on the ice and park.

Final Statement: Winter Wonderland at Mt. Fuji

Now having outdoor ice skating at Fuji-Q Highland, it is possible to experience the allure of winter with the gorgeous Mt. Fuji surrounding the rink. This family-friendly addition to winter activities makes the attraction multi-faceted, welcoming to all types of visitors. The rink is an unforgettable winter experience that allows residents and visitors to appreciate the landscape. Mt. Fuji is one of Japan’s most recognizable landscapes and the rink makes it possible to appreciate it in the winter.