Fuji Mountain

What to know before visiting Mount Fuji

Best Places to see Mt. Fuji

Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Prefecture

At the northern base of Mt. Fuji, you'll find the town of Fujiyoshida. It's the closest town to Japan's largest mountain. The city's main street is lined up perfectly with Mount Fuji, giving you the famous view you often see on social media. The shops on the street have traditional Japanese signs, making you feel like you're in a classic Japanese town. While there, visit local cafes and souvenir shops for a full cultural experience.

Arakura Sengen Shrine

Arakura Sengen Shrine is where you'll find the famous Chureito Pagoda. From here, you can see amazing views of Fujiyoshida City and Mount Fuji. The five-story pagoda was built as a peace memorial and is a great place to take photos all year long. You'll see cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, vibrant autumn leaves, and snow-covered rooftops in winter, creating the perfect backdrop for your photo with Mt. Fuji.

Lake Kawaguchiko

The northeastern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko gives you an amazing view of Mount Fuji. On days with clear weather, you can even see a reflection of the mountain in the lake. But there's more to do in the area. Ride the Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway to the top of Mount Tenjo for even more breathtaking sights of the iconic eight peaks. Nearby, don't miss the Kawaguchiko Music Forest, where you can enjoy charming gardens and fun musical attractions, all with great views of Mount Fuji.

Lake Ashi

Lake Ashi, in Hakone, is famous for its beautiful views and hot spring resorts. From Moto-Hakone, you can see the lake, the mountain, and the red torii gate of Hakone Shrine all at once. You can also hop on fun "pirate ships" that sail across the lake a few times a day.

Mt Tenjo observation deck

If you want an amazing view, go up Mt Tenjo by Lake Kawaguchiko. There's a lookout point with huge swings that are 3.5 meters high. You can swing and see Mt Fuji at the same time! It's a fantastic place to enjoy the scenery and have a lot of fun.

Fuji-Q Highland

Fuji-Q Highland in Yamanashi is an exciting amusement park famous for its amazing roller coasters. Along with the thrilling rides, you can see beautiful views of snow-covered Mt. Fuji in the winter. Some of the roller coasters even give you great views of the mountain while you're zooming around.