Where is Mount Fuji visible from?

Okay, so you want to know where you can catch a glimpse of majestic Mount Fuji? It’s a pretty awesome sight, let me tell you! I remember seeing it for the first time… wow. It really takes your breath away. Anyway, where was I? Oh yeah, visibility!

You can see it from quite a few places, actually. Some spots are better than others, of course.

• Hakone and Lake Ashi (Kanagawa Prefecture): This area is fantastic! Seriously, if you want those postcard-perfect views, head to Hakone. The reflection of Fuji in Lake Ashi… stunning. I took a boat trip there once, and the pictures I got… priceless!
• Yokohama & Tokyo: Okay, so you can see it from these cities, but it’s usually further away, more of a distant backdrop. Sometimes the smog or weather obscures it, too. I live in Tokyo, and I’ve seen it peeking between buildings – such a surreal experience! Makes you forget you’re in a bustling city for a second.
• Chiba, Saitama, Tochigi, Ibaraki, and Lake Hamana: These are a bit further out. On a super clear day, you’re in luck! You’ll get a decent view. I haven’t personally seen it from all those places, but I’ve heard Lake Hamana offers a pretty special perspective. Might have to check that out sometime!

So, yeah, those are some of the best places. Do a little research, depending on what kind of view you’re after. It’s worth the effort, believe me! Seeing Mount Fuji… it’s like… well, there are no words! You just have to see it for yourself.