Fuji-michi, or “Fuji road”, is a quaint street running through the center of Fujiyoshida and ultimately leading to Mount Fuji at the far end. Once a bustling commercial district, most of the stores are now vacant. The abandoned street look, lined with old signboards and traditional lanterns with Mount Fuji in the backdrop, gives a … Continue reading Fuji-michi: Because it is there
As you reach the top of the staircase landing, turn around. Here, you will see Mount Fuji at eye level, almost as if floating above the village at its foot. With the vermilion Chureito Pagoda in the foreground, this view of Mount Fuji cannot be more iconic. To get to this scenic spot at Arakurayama … Continue reading Arakurayama Sengen Park: Stairway to wonder
The moment that iconic silhouette comes into view, you start to understand why the Japanese people hold it in such high regard. Noted for its signature snowcap and perfect symmetry, Mount Fuji (Japanese: Fuji-san) is not only a sacred symbol of Japan, but also a cultural icon and a source of artistic inspiration. At any … Continue reading Mount Fuji: A zen state of mind
