Tanuki Shrine
Discover the mystical Tanuki Shrine nestled along the serene northern shore of Lake Tanuki, near the majestic slopes of Mt. Fuji. Among its storied legends is one of a golden dragon, whose benevolent intervention brought life-saving rains to local farmers during a dire drought.
Anglers Admire Mt. Fuji on Lake Tanuki
Anglers savoring a serene day on Lake Tanuki, with the majestic Mount Fuji draped in snow creating a breathtaking backdrop. The anglers catch mostly nonnative species of fish that have been repeatedly introduced into lakes and ponds for sport fishing throughout Japan, often neglecting the potential impact on native species.
Pampas Grass in Modern-Day Japan
Winter's Symphony: Japanese pampas grass dances under the crisp blue sky, framed by the majestic snow-capped Mt. Fuji in the background. A serene ode to nature's poetry in the heart of Japan.
Blue Silhouette of Mt. Fuji
In the serene dawn light, the sun paints a chilly shadow on the western face of Mt. Fuji, draped in a pristine coat of snow, as it towers majestically over Lake Tanuki in Shizuoka Prefecture. Captivating me was the interplay of the warm, gleaming sunlight dancing upon the lake's surface, juxtaposed against the frigid, deep-blue hues of Mt. Fuji's western slope, eloquently conveying the contrasting temperatures at play.
Lake Tanuki at Dawn
During the early morning hours, Lake Tanuki near Mt. Fuji in Japan undergoes a metamorphosis. Enveloped in a gentle mist rising from its surface, the lake becomes a canvas of light and shadow during the dawn hours.
Ooka-Gawa River, Port of Yokohama
The Yokohama waterfront skyline boasts a plethora of stunning skyscrapers, providing visitors with diverse shopping and dining options suitable for any taste and budget. Explore the waterfront through various tours, including the Sky Duck amphibious bus, offering panoramic views from both land and sea. Additionally, the Air Cabin ropeway takes you high above the waterways in the Port of Yokohama, providing breathtaking panoramic views.
Ashinoko Skyline
The Shakushi-toge Pass, situated along the Ashinoko Skyline in Mt. Hakone, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, provides an enthralling journey through a sequence of sweeping curves, delivering an exhilarating drive complemented by captivating vistas of Mt. Fuji and melody roads.
Koriga-Ike Pond, Izu Peninsula
Koriga-Ike Pond, shaped over thousands of years by seismic activity along the Tanna Fault, provides a picturesque pause for travelers along the Izu Skyline. This well-frequented toll road winds through the mountain ridges of the Izu Peninsula, situated approximately 120 km southwest of central Tokyo, Japan.
Border Collie and Mt. Fuji
A snow-capped Mt. Fuji provides a nice backdrop to a portrait of my border collie as we take a break at a small rest area on the side of the Izu Skyline toll road near the mountain ridges of Izu Peninsula, Japan.
Izu Skyline, Shizuoka Pref.
Slow moving clouds sweeping high above the snow-capped peak of Mt. Fuji as seen from the Izu Skyline along the mountain ridgeline of the Izu Peninsula, Japan.