Intro Living here in Yamanashi, I’ve had the chance to try many local foods that you won’t always find in guidebooks.Some of them are dishes I grew up eating, and others are things I discovered only after moving closer to the Mt. Fuji area.Each food has its own story, season, and local style, and the […]
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Local Food & Cafes
If you’re traveling near Mt. Fuji and craving a peaceful escape into nature, a day camp at Fumotoppara might be just what you need.Famous for its wide-open fields and postcard-perfect view of Mt. Fuji, this campsite offers something rare: room to breathe. Before we get into the details, you might want to check out a
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Local Experiences
As someone who lives at the foot of Mt. Fuji, I recently visited Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nenba — a small village that preserves the atmosphere of old Japan.I had seen photos before, but walking through it in person felt completely different. The thatched-roof houses, the quiet sound of the wind, and the view of
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Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes