Mount Fuji, lakes, and rural life at the foot of the mountains.
When exploring the area around Mount Fuji, the desire for an authentic, local dining experience often leads you away from the main tourist hubs and into the quiet backstreets. In Fujiyoshida, a city at the northern base of the iconic…
Arakurayama Sengen Park Cancels 2026 Cherry Blossom Festival Due to Overtourism FUJIYOSHIDA, YAMANASHI – The city of Fujiyoshida has announced the cancellation of the 2026 Arakurayama Sengen Park Cherry Blossom Festival, an event that draws over 200,000 visitors annually to…
Witness thousands of candles, sky lanterns, and fireworks illuminate the winter sky against the silhouette of Mount Fuji at this magical one-day event. On a single, fleeting evening in February, the shores of Lake Yamanakako transform into a breathtaking world…
Are you exploring the Mt. Fuji area and craving a truly local, delicious, and affordable meal? Look no further than Tiger Shokudo in Fujiyoshida. This beloved diner, a personal favorite of mine, offers a genuine taste of Japanese comfort food…
About Kinseiken Standing gracefully in Daigahara, Hakushu-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, “Kinseiken” is a traditional Japanese confectionery shop with over 120 years of history, established in 1902 (Meiji 35). This shop began when a former inn (ryokan) from the 41st…
