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Sleeping in Mount Fuji's Shadow: Accommodation from Hostels to Hotels

January 26th, 2023 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

How and where to spend a night or two near the national icon.

Places to stay
Tokyo to Kawaguchiko: Take a Day Trip to Fuji's Nearest Neighbor

January 18th, 2023 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

Bookmark this guide for a fabulous visit to the most popular of the Fuji Five Lakes.

Outdoors and Nature Things to do
A Low-Key Day Trip to Otsuki and Tsuru in Nearby Yamanashi Prefecture

August 25th, 2021 | Felix Wilson

Just an hour away from Tokyo is a relaxed escape of easy hiking, stunning views, waterfalls and more.

Things to do
Samurai for a Day: Fuefuki's Battle of Kawanakajima Reenactment

February 8th, 2018 | Tiffany

Wanna be a samurai? You can for a day at the Battle of Kawanakajima reenactment.

Events Japanese Culture And Tradition
Yokomura Eco-Lodge: The Perfect Nature Getaway from Tokyo

November 3rd, 2017 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

A nature retreat not too far from Tokyo, deep in the Yananashi mountains with an organic farm-to-table experience.

Places to stay