On our last road trip in Japan, we visited Shiraito and Otodome Waterfalls in the Fuji Izu Hakone National Park. A little further to the west of Mt Fuji is the Lake Tanuki.
Lake Tanuki is an artificial lake created in 1935 by diverting the waters of the Shiba River with the intention of creating a reservoir to support irrigation. The lake has a circumference of about 3.3 kms and is 8 meters deep. The lake is now noted for the amazing views of Mount Fuji and in clear weather, the image of Mt Fuji reflected in the lake surface is a well known sight. The lake is a popular vacation spot and has campsites, fishing and boating facilities which attracts tourists from spring to autumn.
A particular view of Mt Fuji known as the "Diamond Fuji" can be viewed from Lake Tanuki each year between April 20th and August 20th. The sun rising at the top of Mt Fuji gives the impression of a sparkling diamond near the tip of Mt Fuji.
As always the elusive Mt Fuji was partially hidden behind clouds when we visited. But we did manage to click a few pictures when the clouds parted.
It is a pity we never got to go camping at the Lake Tanuki campsite. I would definitely recommend the campsite for its picturesque location and pleasant temperature.
Address: Shizuoka Prefecture, Fujinomiya city, Saori 634-1
Phone: 0544-27-5240
Campsite Website: Click here
Lake Tanuki is an artificial lake created in 1935 by diverting the waters of the Shiba River with the intention of creating a reservoir to support irrigation. The lake has a circumference of about 3.3 kms and is 8 meters deep. The lake is now noted for the amazing views of Mount Fuji and in clear weather, the image of Mt Fuji reflected in the lake surface is a well known sight. The lake is a popular vacation spot and has campsites, fishing and boating facilities which attracts tourists from spring to autumn.
A particular view of Mt Fuji known as the "Diamond Fuji" can be viewed from Lake Tanuki each year between April 20th and August 20th. The sun rising at the top of Mt Fuji gives the impression of a sparkling diamond near the tip of Mt Fuji.
As always the elusive Mt Fuji was partially hidden behind clouds when we visited. But we did manage to click a few pictures when the clouds parted.
It is a pity we never got to go camping at the Lake Tanuki campsite. I would definitely recommend the campsite for its picturesque location and pleasant temperature.
Address: Shizuoka Prefecture, Fujinomiya city, Saori 634-1
Phone: 0544-27-5240
Campsite Website: Click here
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