🏞"When Mount Fuji is reflected in the lake, time seems to stand still."

#September2025 Lake Yamanaka is the largest of the Fuji Five Lakes and the closest to Mount Fuji, offering the widest views and one of the best viewing spots for "Diamond Fuji." The lake's crystal-clear waters often offer stunning reflections of Mount Fuji. The lakeside is well-equipped with walking trails and recreational facilities, allowing visitors to enjoy a tranquil escape amidst nature, whether strolling, cycling, or boating. In spring and summer, the lakeside blossoms ablaze with flowers; in autumn, the lake is blanketed in crimson maple leaves; and in winter, the lake is blanketed in snow, creating a magnificent spectacle. Annual fireworks and illumination events add to the romantic atmosphere. The lake is also a waterbird sanctuary, offering stunning views of migratory birds and a paradise for photographers and birdwatchers. ⸻ Guide • Address: Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture • Access: Take the highway bus from Shinjuku to Yamanakako Asahigaoka Station (approximately 2 hours) • Highlights: • Spectacular views of "Diamond Fuji" • Cycling around the lake (approximately 2 hours) • Lakeside activities: Boating, SUP, camping • A popular birdwatching destination, especially during the winter swan migration • Tip: Early morning and dusk are the best times to photograph Mount Fuji's reflection; if you want to capture Diamond Fuji, visit between November and February.