Hanami, or cherry blossom viewing, is one of the most popular activities for international tourists when visiting Japan. Interestingly, hanami spots are also spread across various locations throughout Japan. If you're planning to experience hanami in Japan soon, here are the best cherry blossom photo spots with Mount Fuji as the backdrop!
The first and the most breathtaking spot to view and photograph cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji is Kawaguchiko. This small town surrounds a large lake of the same name and offers many attractions to visit. This area has several fascinating spots to capture cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji.
Our first recommendation is the Kawaguchiko North Shore area, where cherry trees line a 1.2-kilometer stretch along the lake. The best time to photograph cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji from this spot is between early and mid-April, especially during the Fuji-Kawaguchiko Cherry Blossom Festival.
Our next recommendation is still from Kawaguchiko, Ubuyagasaki. This place is famous for offering the view of Mount Fuji reflected on the lake's surface. The best time to photograph cherry blossoms with Mount Fuji as the backdrop from this spot is during spring, when the morning dew and a small temple create a traditional Japanese ambiance around Mount Fuji.
The next spot to capture cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji is along the Uruigawa River. This river originates in Osawa-Kuzure Valley and flows from Fujinomiya to Fuji City, carving a large crack on Mount Fuji.
Along the riverside, a place called Ryuganbuchi is famous for its rows of pale cherry trees. With clear waters and gentle ripples, this spot offers a view of Mount Fuji as a breathtaking backdrop to the cherry trees. This place is very popular among photographers. The best time to capture cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji from this spot is between March and early April.
Oshino Hakkai, or 'The Eight Seas of Oshino', is a popular tourist destination in Oshino, a small village in the Fuji Five Lakes Area situated between Lake Kawaguchiko and Lake Yamanakako. This place consists of eight spring-fed ponds from Mount Fuji, flowing around traditional Japanese buildings.
Rows of beautiful pink cherry trees also adorn Oshino Hakkai. As a result, this spot offers a stunning blend of traditional Japanese landscapes and the beauty of cherry blossoms, with the majestic Mount Fuji as the backdrop.
If you're interested in photographing Mount Fuji from here, the best time to visit is mid-April.
Fujiyoshida is an urban area that offers harmony between the local community and Mount Fuji. Here, you'll find a blend of traditional Japanese buildings, streets and Mount Fuji itself reating a vivid portrait of rich Japanese culture.
The most recommended spot to capture cherry blossoms with Mount Fuji as the backdrop in this area is the Arakurayama Sengen Park, home to the Chureito Pagoda. The combination of the five-story pagoda in this park, cherry trees and Mount Fuji is a favorite landscape for photographers.
To reach this point, you need to climb about 400 steps. However, the view is totally worth it! The best time to capture cherry blossoms with Mount Fuji as the backdrop from here is in the morning, when the sunlight first rises from the eastern horizon.
How to Snap the Perfect Shot of Mount Fuji
To ensure that your photos turn out great, remember to bring a tripod—especially if you're shooting in the morning, evening, or at night. Additionally, remember to bring a wide-angle lens to capture the entire landscape of cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji!
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