Mt. Fuji– category –

Hi, it’s Daichi from KOKO Journey. As a tour coordinator around the Mt. Fuji area, I usually talk about famous viewpoints, hidden local spots, good food, and the best ways to experience this region. But today, let me talk about something...

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. If you’re looking for the Starbucks photo with Mt. Fuji, there are two main areas to know: the Yamanashi side and the Shizuoka side. The Yamanashi side (around Kawaguchiko) is closer to Mt. Fuji and off...

Will we be able to see Mt. Fuji today? As a local guide based in Fujiyoshida City, right at the foot of Mt. Fuji, this is a question I receive from my guests all the time. Mt. Fuji is famous for being "shy"—often hiding behind a thick bl...

Hi! It’s Daichi from KOKO Journey. If you're planning to visit the Fuji Five Lakes (Fujigoko area) around Mt. Fuji, you’ve probably noticed something: there isn’t just one lake with a view of Mount Fuji — there are five. And they’re all ...

Hi, it's Daichi from KOKO Journey! I’m writing to you today from the beautiful foothills of Yamanashi Prefecture (at the foot of Mt.Fuji). Do you know what’s special about February 23rd? It’s a day dedicated to Mount Fuji, Mt. Fuji Day (...

Hi, it’s Daichi from KOKO Journey! Today, I’m taking you to Fujiyama Beer. This isn’t just your average craft brewery; it’s basically the mountain’s spirit in a glass. Quick heads-up for those who might not know: "Fujiyama" is actually j...

Ever looked at Japan’s most iconic peak Mt.Fuji and thought, "I wish I could write that in Japanese"? Whether you’re sending a postcard home, decorating your travel journal, or just want to impress your friends with a bit of calligraphy,...

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...

If you’ve recently searched for “Mt. Fuji viewpoints,” you’ve probably come across countless stunning photos of Lake Kawaguchiko. What those photos often don’t show, however, is the reality on the ground: the crowds. As one of Japan’s mo...