How to write Mt.Fuji in Japanese 【How to write Fujisan in Kanji and Hiragana】

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, learning to write Mt.Fuji in Japanese is the perfect way to connect with the spirit of Japan.

I’ll break down the meaning behind the name and show you exactly how to write it in both Kanji and Hiragana.

What does “Fujisan” actually mean?

First things first: forget ‘Mr. Fuji’ this time.

In Japan, we call our beloved peak Fujisan (富士山 in Kanji / ふじさん in Hiragana).

And no, the ‘san’ doesn’t mean ‘Mr.’ It’s actually the Japanese word for ‘mountain’ in this context.”

The name is made up of three beautiful Kanji characters, each with its own story:

So, when you write “Fujisan,” you aren’t just naming a mountain—you’re writing “The Mountain of Abundant Samurai.”

Cool, right?

Master the Mt.Fuji in Kanji : 富士山 Step-by-Step

When writing Kanji, the order of the strokes is everything. When the stroke order is correct, the character naturally looks balanced and professional.

Ready to try? Press the play button on the video below to watch the stroke order in real-time.

富（Fu）

士（ji）

山（san）

Writing Mt.Fuji in Hiragana | ふじさん

If Kanji feels a little too advanced for today, don’t worry!

You can also write it in Hiragana, the phonetic alphabet. It’s written as ふじさん.

Hiragana is much more fluid and curvy. It feels like drawing the clouds around the mountain.

Check out below to see the smooth flow of the Hiragana characters.

Take the Mt.Fuji with You

Next time you see that snowy peak, you’ll be able to do more than just take a photo—you’ll be able to write its name with pride.