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If you love Naruto or Boruto, Fuji-Q Highland in Japan is a must-see spot! Located in Fujiyoshida and Kawaguchiko, this theme park is very famous for thrilling roller coasters. The park’s atmosphere, with stunning views of Mt. Fuji, make...

Hi, I’m Daichi from KOKO Journey, and I live in Fujiyoshida, the city at the foot of Mt. Fuji. From a local perspective, I would like to introduce 10 of the most popular must-visit spots in the Mt. Fuji area! This region is so much more ...

Hi, it’s Daichi from KOKO Journey! If you’re planning a trip to the Mt. Fuji area, especially around Kawaguchiko, Oshino, or Fujiyoshida, I’m here to help you make the most of it. Living right here in Fujiyoshida (where Mt. Fuji is locat...

Hi, it’s Daichi from KOKO Journey! If you’re planning a trip to Kawaguchiko or Fujiyoshida, you might wonder where to find vegan food. In Japan, vegan-specific restaurants are still quite rare – especially outside of big cities. So, it’s...

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey. Today, I want to introduce you to one of the popular tours, Mt. Fuji Sake, Wine & Craft Beer Tasting Tour! This tour is the great way to enjoy tasting incredible local drinks. The key feature? The S...

Fujisan vs Fujiyama | What's the difference? Mt. Fuji (富士山) is Japan’s most famous mountain, and in Japanese it’s almost always called Fujisan. The “san” here simply means “mountain” — it’s one of the standard readings of the kanji (...

Hi! It's Daichi from KOKO Journey. If you are planning a trip near Mt. Fuji, you have probably heard of a beautiful spot called "Oshino Hakkai". It is famous for its crystal-clear ponds filled with snowmelt from Mt. Fuji. But have you ev...

Hi! I’ｍ Daichi from KOKO Journey If you looking for a private tour around the Mt. Fuji area (Kawaguchiko, Fujiyoshida, Oshino), I am here to help you coordinate your tour! Although I am originally from Ibaraki pref., I fell in love with...

When you think of traditional Japanese noodles, udon might come to mind, but few know about Yoshida Udon, a specialty of Fujiyoshida City near Mount Fuji. This thick, chewy noodle dish is famous for its unique texture, rich soy-based bro...

When most people think of climbing Mt. Fuji, they picture the busy summer months of July and August, when thousands of climbers make their way to the summit. However, what many don’t realize is that Mt. Fuji doesn’t completely “close” wh...