Fuji Five Lakes
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View of Mt. Fuji from the Five Lakes area |
The
Fuji Five Lakes (富士äº"æ¹–, Fuji goko) are located in an arc around the northern half of
Mount Fuji in
Yamanashi Prefecture,
Japan. They are:
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Lake Kawaguchi (
Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi)
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Lake Motosu (
Kamikuishiki, Yamanashi)
* West Lake (
Saiko, Yamanashi)
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Lake Shoji (
Kamikuishiki, Yamanashi)
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Lake Yamanaka (
Yamanakako, Yamanashi)
All five feature beautiful views of the mountain, especially in the spring and autumn, when the snow partially covers the peak. These lakes are in the countryside, and many resorts offer camping, boating, fishing, and similar rustic recreation. The comforts of civilization are also available.
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After sunset at Lake Shoji |
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Photos of Lake Yamanaka at photoguide.jp in English
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Fujigoko TV
