Mt. Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes

Introduction I’m a local Japanese living near Mt. Fuji, and convenience stores are a big part of my daily life.If you’re planning a trip to fujisan, there’s one thing you’ll quickly discover: convenience stores here are on another level.Whether you need a quick meal, cash from an ATM, or even a concert ticket, Japan’s konbini […]

Introduction Even though I live in the Fuji Five Lakes area, I still find something new every time I visit Lake Kawaguchiko.It’s one of those places that changes its mood with every season — cherry blossoms in spring, reflections of Mt. Fuji in summer, and colorful leaves in autumn.On my recent visit, I spent a

Introduction Living in Yamanashi, I get to see Mt. Fuji almost every day — on my way to the store, while driving around the Fuji Five Lakes, or even just looking out the window on a clear morning.And after watching the mountain throughout the year, I’ve learned that Mt. Fuji’s appearance changes more than most