Many people associate Mt. Fuji with climbing to the summit, but that’s not the only way to experience Japan’s most famous mountain. During a casual drive, I decided to visit the Mt. Fuji 5th Station without any plan to hike. As someone who lives near Mt. Fuji and sees it almost every day, I was […]
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, Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes
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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Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes