Aokigahara Jukai. The secrets beyond the trees.
When traveling around Mt. Fuji, looking at the area through the lens of the “Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park” makes the experience so much more rewarding. The theme here is “Earth’s Dynamic Activity.”Many of you know Mt. Fuji is an active volcano, and Hakone is too. The Izu Peninsula also has its own unique story, having traveled …
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The Tranquil Drama of a Winter Morning The scenery around Mt. Fuji transforms into a quiet, almost mysterious scene as winter approaches. This is true on calm mornings of late November and December at Lake Saiko, where a natural phenomenon known as “steam fog” frequently occurs. Understanding the Phenomenon Steam fog is a natural phenomenon …
The Oniwa and Okuniwa Scenic Routes You don’t need to be a seasoned hiker to experience the profound beauty of Mt. Fuji up close. Even if you’re not confident in your stamina, you can still immerse yourself in the mountain’s majestic scenery and geological history. We recommend two easy-to-access routes near the 5th Station: the …
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