Mount Fuji (Shizuoka/Yamanashi)

Mount Fuji (Shizuoka/Yamanashi). Standing at 3,765 meters, Mount Fuji is Japan's highest mountain! This volcano is an iconic site and is a favorite of many people. Apart from that, Mount Fuji holds many interesting stories and is worshiped as a holy mountain. The Fuji Shibazakura Festival which is held at the base of the mountain from mid-April to May is one of the reasons why you shouldn't miss this place. You can admire the beauty of Mount Fuji from the various lakes that surround it, starting from Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Yamanaka, Lake Sai, Lake Shoji, Lake Motosu, and Lake Ashi. For adrenaline-junkies, you have to try the thrill of riding a roller coaster while watching the beauty of Mount Fuji at Fuji Q Highland. Another activity that you shouldn't miss is enjoying the splendor of Mount Fuji by riding the Mount Fuji Panorama Ropeway cable car.