Introduction Lake Shoji may be the smallest of the Fuji Five Lakes, but it’s also one of the most peaceful.I visited early in the morning when the air was still and Mt. Fuji reflected perfectly on the lake’s surface — it felt almost unreal.Unlike the other lakes, Shoji has no crowds or big cafés, just […]
Introduction Lake Motosu is one of my favorite places around Mt. Fuji — less crowded, more scenic, and full of hidden charm.On this trip, I hiked up to the Nakanokura Pass, the exact spot that appears on Japan’s 1,000 yen bill, and the view was breathtaking.After the hike, I stopped by a small local restaurant
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Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes
Intro – Discovering Lake Saiko: A Quiet Escape Near Mt. Fuji While most travelers head to Kawaguchiko, I often visit Lake Saiko when I want peace and quiet.Surrounded by forest and calm water, it feels like time slows down here.On this visit, I explored Iyashi no Sato Nenba, a village with traditional thatched-roof houses, and
