Honcho-dori street
The viral retro shopping street that perfectly frames Mount Fuji at the south end. Visit early morning to avoid crowds and parked cars.
Gateway town
Fujiyoshida city.
The historic gateway town at the northern foot of Mount Fuji. Retro shopping streets, the famous Chureito Pagoda, pilgrimage shrines and direct access to the Subaru Line 5th station.
What to see
Highlights
Chureito Pagoda
Five storey pagoda above the city with the most photographed Fuji composition in Japan. Cherry blossoms in spring, red maples in autumn.
Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen shrine
Historic starting point of the original Yoshida pilgrimage route to the summit. Towering cedars and stone lanterns.
Yoshida udon shops
Local specialty noodle dish with thick chewy strands and horse meat. Many family run shops scattered through the town.
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