Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes

Many travelers think of Mt. Fuji as a single sightseeing spot, but the Mt. Fuji area is much wider and more complex than it first appears. Living near Mt. Fuji, I often meet visitors who are surprised by how different the experience is from what they imagined. The weather, the pace of life, and even […]

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

Introduction – A Local’s Guide to Yamanakako, the Most Lively of the Fuji Five Lakes Lake Yamanakako is the largest of the Fuji Five Lakes and one of the best for outdoor activities.On my recent visit, I cycled around the lake, stayed overnight at a local cottage called Perhe Yamanakako, and relaxed in an onsen