About Slow Trip Japan
A Local Japanese Sharing Real Experiences Around Mt. Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes
Slow Trip Japan is run by a Japanese local who lives near Lake Kawaguchi, right at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
Every article on this site is based on firsthand experiences — places I actually visited, food I tasted, and moments I experienced in the Fuji Five Lakes area.
My goal is simple:
to share real, local stories and show travelers the quieter, more authentic side of Japan that guidebooks often miss.
Why I Started This Blog
Living near Mt. Fuji, I often meet travelers who only visit the most famous spots — places that are crowded and commercialized.
But the Mt. Fuji region has so many peaceful corners: small lakeside paths, cozy cafés, local onsen, historical villages, and hidden viewpoints only locals know.
I wanted to create a site that shares these real experiences, so visitors can enjoy Japan slowly and meaningfully.
What You’ll Find on This Site
🗻 Fuji Five Lakes & Mt. Fuji
Quiet viewpoints, local trails, seasonal tips, and real experiences from a local resident.
🍜 Local Food & Cafés
Actual meals I tried around the Mt. Fuji area — not sponsored, not rewritten from other sites.
🏕️ Local Experiences
Camping, fishing, scenic drives, museums, cottage stays — all based on my own visits.
🇯🇵 Helpful Travel Tips
Simple cultural advice and travel basics for first-time visitors to Japan.
Our Philosophy
Slow Trip Japan focuses 100% on the Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes region.
This site isn’t a general Japan travel blog — it’s a collection of real-life stories, written from a local perspective.
We believe travel should be slow, personal, and connected to the land.
Through this site, I hope you discover peaceful places, local culture, and meaningful memories you won’t find in typical guidebooks.
Let’s Connect
Have questions about the Fuji Five Lakes area?
Want local recommendations?
Feel free to reach out through the contact form or Instagram.
I’m always happy to help make your Japan trip unforgettable.