Chureito Pagoda
The five-storied pagoda on the slope of Arakurayama Sengen Park in Fujiyoshida, with Mount Fuji in the background and cherry trees around it — one of the most famous framings of Japan.
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In the destination Mount Fuji and the Five Lakes.
In the photo: Shimoyoshida street with Mount Fuji in the background, in Fujiyoshida.
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The city
Fujiyoshida sits at the northern base of Mount Fuji and for centuries made its living hosting pilgrims who climbed the mountain. From Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine departs the Yoshida Trail, and on Mount Arakura the Chureito Pagoda frames the volcano in the background. The city is known for Yoshida udon, with a firm texture, and is close to the Oshino Hakkai ponds and the fifth station.
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The local experience
The five-storied pagoda on the slope of Arakurayama Sengen Park in Fujiyoshida, with Mount Fuji in the background and cherry trees around it — one of the most famous framings of Japan.
The shrine among giant cedars from which pilgrims set out to climb Fuji via the Yoshida Trail, with a large wooden torii; part of Mount Fuji World Heritage.
The ascent to Fuji’s summit via the Yoshida Trail, starting from the fifth station at about 2,300 meters, is open only during the official summer season; the fifth station can also be visited outside that season.
Eight clear-water ponds in the village of Oshino, fed by Fuji meltwater filtered through lava, with thatched houses, carp and mountain views; part of the Mount Fuji World Heritage site.
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