All About Mt. Fuji

Winter wins: November through February give you 70%+ clear-peak odds from the north, while June's rainy season drops below 20%. Use this data-driven guide to time a picture-perfect Fuji view.

A sunny Fuji weather forecast doesn't guarantee you'll see the mountain. Learn why visibility depends on humidity, air pressure, and wind, not just cloud cover.

Latest 2026 Japan cherry blossom forecast. Track 1000+ sakura spots on our interactive map with bloom dates for Tokyo, Kyoto, Mt. Fuji area, and all of Japan.

Winter transforms Japan into a wonderland of snow monkeys, steaming onsen, illuminations, and the year's best Mount Fuji visibility. Here's your complete guide to making the most of Japan's coldest and clearest season.

Use our interactive koyo map with a date picker to see day-by-day coverage. Toggle yellow or red leaves and track status from Pre-turn to Past peak across Japan.

Kawaguchiko’s north shore for sunrise reflections, Lake Yamanaka for quiet villas, Hakone for classic onsen service with easy backups. Pick the right shoreline and your room window becomes the viewfinder.

Short on time and want reliable Fuji views? Kawaguchiko usually wins for open lake sightlines and easy photo spots. Pick Hakone for a classic resort day with ropeways, cruises, onsen, and solid backup plans if clouds roll in.

Clear-day spots in the 23 wards to catch Mt. Fuji, plus timing, weather cues, and photo tips.

Exactly where to look, which side to sit, and when to have your camera ready between Tokyo and Kyoto or Osaka. Seat letter guide included.