Local Experiences in the Fuji Five Lakes Area

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 […]

Living near Mt. Fuji, I often explore the area by car, and Lake Motosu has become one of my favorite routes for a slow, scenic drive.On this trip, I combined a short hike up to Nakanokura Pass — the famous “1,000 yen view” spot — with a stop for a local lunch and a relaxing

Introduction I recently cycled around Lake Kawaguchi on my own bike, and the ride ended up becoming one of my favorite experiences in the Fuji area.Even though I live near the Fuji Five Lakes, seeing Mt. Fuji while riding quietly along the lakeside path felt completely different from seeing it by car or on foot.