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  💎See Mt Fuji from Lake Tanuki
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  South Side  

 Lake Tanuki is a serene lake on the western side of Mt Fuji, famous for the "Diamond Fuji" phenomenon where the setting sun aligns perfectly with the summit of Mt Fuji. This occurs around mid-April and late August, drawing photographers from across Japan. The lake offers beautiful reflections of Mt Fuji on calm mornings, and the surrounding area remains refreshingly undeveloped compared to the Fuji Five Lakes. The campgrounds around the lake are popular for their peaceful atmosphere and unobstructed mountain views. In winter, the clear air provides some of the best Fuji photography conditions.

 Lake Tanuki Visibility Forecast
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Fuji-san visibility predictions for Kawaguchiko, Hakone, and all viewpoints are updated daily and become more precise as your travel date approaches.

 Updated Jun 16, 4:00 PM JST 

 TODAY 

 Tue, Jun 16 

  Morning 

 Barely Visible 5

Limited visibility due to clouds

  Afternoon 

 Not Visible 1

Poor visibility conditions

 Wed, Jun 17 

  Morning 

 Visible 10

Excellent visibility conditions

  Afternoon 

 Barely Visible 3

Limited visibility due to clouds

 Thu, Jun 18 

  Morning 

 Not Visible 1

Poor visibility conditions

  Afternoon 

 Not Visible 1

Poor visibility conditions

Showing 3 of 10 days. See the full 10-day forecast at https://isfujivisible.com/viewspots/lake-tanuki.

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  How to Get to Lake Tanuki
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 From Fujinomiya Station (JR Minobu Line), take a local bus toward Tanuki Lake (about 45 minutes). Limited bus service; a car is more convenient.

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  Viewing Spots Near Lake Tanuki
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The famous 1,000 yen bill viewpoint with pristine waters

 13.5 km 

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The most accessible Fuji Five Lake with iconic reflections

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UNESCO World Heritage spring village with crystal-clear ponds

 27.7 km 

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The most photographed Mt Fuji viewpoint with pagoda and cherry blossoms

 27.9 km 

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Hakone's scenic lake with torii gate and sightseeing cruise boats

 43.1 km 

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  Frequently Asked Questions
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   What is Diamond Fuji at Lake Tanuki?   Diamond Fuji is when the sun sets (or rises) exactly at the summit of Mt Fuji, creating a diamond-like sparkle. At Lake Tanuki, this occurs around April 20 and August 20. 

   Is Lake Tanuki accessible by public transport?   There is limited bus service from Fujinomiya Station. Having a car is recommended as bus frequency is low, especially on weekdays. 

   When is the best time to photograph Mt Fuji from Lake Tanuki?   Early morning for reflections, or during Diamond Fuji season (mid-April, late August). Winter offers the clearest conditions year-round. 

   Can you camp at Lake Tanuki?   Yes, there are several campgrounds around the lake. Tanuki no Sato and other facilities offer camping with direct views of Mt Fuji. 

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