Even though I live near Mt. Fuji, I still find new places that surprise me.One weekend, I decided to explore something a little different — two small museums in Kawaguchiko that both focus on gemstones. I’ve passed by them before but never stopped in, thinking they were just simple tourist spots.This time, I went inside […]
I’m a local Japanese living at the foot of Mt. Fuji, and even though I see this area every day, I sometimes like to experience it from a traveler’s perspective. Recently, I stayed at Perhe Yamanakako, a cottage near Lake Yamanakako, and I want to share my honest impressions. Instead of just another list of
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Local Experiences, Mount Fuji Area
I’m a local Japanese living in the Kawaguchiko area, and every autumn I look forward to the beautiful fall colors around Mt. Fuji. One of the most famous spots is the Momiji Tunnel (Maple Corridor), where rows of red and yellow maple trees create a stunning pathway along the river. I visited the Momiji Tunnel
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Mount Fuji Area