Iconic Spots– category –

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey. The other day, I decided to go for a walk along the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko. My route started around the Ubuyagasaki area to Oishi Park. It takes about 50 minutes to an hour to walk the whole...

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey. Today, let me introduce "Tenku no Torii", one of the iconic viewpoints near Lake Kawaguchiko. If you’re looking for a Mt. Fuji photo spot around Lake Kawaguchiko, this one deserves a place on your list....

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey. If you are looking for a trekking experience near Mt. Fuji to see breathtaking rewards, Ishiwariyama (Mt. Ishiwari/ 石割山) should be at the top of your list. Located near Lake Yamanaka, this mountain o...

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey! If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram and saw a pink "carpet" perfectly framed by a snow-capped Mt.Fuji, you’ve likely seen the Fuji Shibazakura Festival. Since we’re right in the middle of the 202...

Hi, it’s Daichi from KOKO Journey. Today, let me introduce two caves Narusawa Ice Cave and Fugaku Wind Cave near Mt. Fuji. Both are lava caves in Aokigahara Forest, and both were formed by Mt. Fuji’s volcanic activity, but they feel diff...

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey! Today, I would like to introduce one of the most iconic views in Fujiyoshida city: Honcho Street. Fujiyoshida City is located at the foot of Mt.Fuji, right next to Kawaguchiko Town (Lake Kawaguchi), one...

(Thumbnail photo was taken in November. Same place, lake shoji) Lake Shoji, one of the Fuji Five Lakes located near Mt. Fuji, is frozen right now! (as of Feb 1, 2026)During winter, the lake sometimes freezes, creating a beautiful and pea...

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey! Let’s explore Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine in Fujiyoshida city today. This isn’t just a beautiful shrine, it’s a spiritual gateway to understanding how Japan has revered Mt. Fuji for centuries. Ki...

Hi, it’s Daichi from KOKO Journey.Today I’d like to introduce one of my favorite Mt. Fuji viewpoints — Myojin-yama Panorama-Dai (Deck). Where Is Myojin-yama Panorama-Dai? A Beautiful Scenic Viewpoint! @kokojourney3776 Myojinyama Panorama...

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