Mount Fuji - day trip from Tokyo

No trip to Japan is complete without a view of the Fuji-san. Apparently a clear sight of the Mt Fuji is quite rare even for Japanese people. I was told by my tour guide that on an average Mt Fuji or Fuji-san as called respectfully in Japan is visible only for around 100 days per year. Having heard this I was not very hopeful as my tour started to gloomy grey skies on a Saturday morning. 

First stop was the iconic Chureito Pagoda which makes a perfect picture spot with the Mt Fuji at the backdrop on clear days. It was quite disappointing with the cloudy skies but all hope was not yet lost since it was only the first stop of the day. 

Next stop for lunch was the lake Kawaguchiko. The skies began to clear up but the wind was moving the clouds in two opposite directions. Mt Fuji was overcast with two layers of clouds moving in both directions and it was a matter of luck to spot an opening for a glimpse. 

I had the best views of the day at Oishi park flowering with seasonal flowers with the lake Kawaguchi and Fuji-san at the back. Mt Fuji's reflection on the lake was breathtaking. 

My final stop was the Saiko Iyashi no Sato Nemba, an interesting village located on the banks of Lake Saiko.  I got a glimpse of the Japanese houses against the backdrop of the Mt Fuji and it left me with a surreal feeling.

I booked from trip viator.com with VIP Japan Tours and it cost me 83 dollars. Totally worth it with a polite English speaking guide and convenient starting and drop off points in Tokyo city. Take a look at my snaps of the day and I am sure you cannot stop admiring this beauty - Fujisan!