Motosu
Gifu Prefecture · Japan
Our peak elevation for the day is at Lake Motosuko's panorama dai. The walking last section of walking to here is quiet and peaceful. The view is stunning and there's somewhere to sit and rest when we arrive.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Lake Motosu, the westernmost and deepest of the Fuji Five Lakes. Located at the foot of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture, this body of water is renowned for its extraordinary clarity and its deep, sapphire-blue hue,…
Listen in the app2The 1,000 Yen Viewpoint — A National Icon
We begin our tour at the most famous spot on Lake Motosu: the northern shore viewpoint near the Koan Inn. This is the precise location where photographer Koyo Okada captured the image titled 'Spring on the Lakeside,' which served…
Listen in the app3Koan Campground — The Pilgrim's Rest
Descending from the viewpoint to the water's edge, we find the Koan Campground. This site has gained international fame as the location where the main character of 'Yuru Camp,' Rin Shima, spends her first solo camping trip in the…
Listen in the app4The Deep Blue Waters — Volcanic Geology
As we walk along the western shore, take a moment to observe the specific color of the water. Lake Motosu is famous for its 'Motosu Blue.' This deep, saturated sapphire color is a result of the lake's great depth and its volcanic…
Listen in the app5Hiking Mount Ryugo — The High Vantage
For those seeking a more aerial perspective of Lake Motosu, the trail to Mount Ryugo offers a moderate but rewarding hike. The trailhead begins near the northern shore and winds through dense forests of Japanese larch and beech. …
Listen in the app6Aokigahara Forest Border — The Sea of Trees
Lake Motosu borders the western edge of the Aokigahara Jukai, or 'Sea of Trees.' This vast forest grew atop the 864 lava flow and is famous for its dense, moss-covered ground and the way its volcanic soil muffles sound. Walking…
Listen in the app7Seasonal Flavors and Local Hoto
After a day of exploring the cold shores of Motosu, there is no better way to warm up than with the local specialty of Yamanashi: Hoto noodles. While we are a bit further from the main towns, several small restaurants near the…
Listen in the app8Closing
As the sun begins to set behind the western ridges, casting a final glow on the peak of Mount Fuji, our journey around Lake Motosu comes to an end. We have walked through a landscape that is both a national icon and a quiet…
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What is Motosu?
Motosu is a place in Gifu Prefecture · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Gifu Prefecture · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.4705, 138.5884 |
| Last updated |
