The dense Aokigahara Forest lies at the northwestern base of Mount Fuji, the iconic, near-symmetrical cone-shaped mountain that rises in eastern Japan. It's also the second-most popular destination for people intent on dying by suicide. Nevertheless, the forest is a peaceful place to hike and enjoy nature.More
Located near Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi is the most easily accessible and developed of the Fuji Five Lakes. A popular day trip from Tokyo, Lake Kawaguchi offers plenty of natural beauty, access to Mt. Fuji and a variety of outdoor activities, as well as proximity to hot springs, museums, and other tourist attractions and amenities.More
Lake Motosu (Motosu-ko) is the largest and deepest of the Fuji-go-ko (Fuji Five Lakes); most travelers in Japan will see it on the ¥1,000 bill. Fewer see it in person, though, as it’s fairly undeveloped and furthest from the popular towns around Mt. Fuji. That’s great news if you’re into outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, and camping.More
One of many temples across Japan associated with Mt. Fuji, the full name of this Shinto shrine—Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Jinja—translates as the shrine on the mountain’s north side. It’s a traditional starting point for mountain climbing expeditions, but casual visitors can enjoy the serene 17th-century temple within a cedar forest.More