On our shore excursions from Shimizu Port in Shizuoka, one thing matters most to us: giving our guests the chance to experience Mount Fuji’s breathtaking beauty and extraordinary scale.

Mount Fuji does not reveal itself every day. Clouds and mist often hide the mountain, and a clear view of its entire outline is something special. If you get to see it, consider yourself lucky!

And when the mountain does appear, we want you to enjoy its magnificent presence from as close as possible.

Why do we take our guests to Lake Tanuki?

Many shore excursions from Shimizu Port visit viewpoints such as Nihondaira, where you can admire Mount Fuji from a distance. Those views are beautiful, too.

But at Nagasaki Private Tours, we want you to do more than simply see Mount Fuji. We want you to feel its immense scale up close.

That is why Lake Tanuki, at the western foot of Mount Fuji, is an important highlight of our tours.

The view here can be truly awe-inspiring: the great mountain rising beyond the lake, its graceful slopes framed by the surrounding natural scenery. It is the kind of sight that can become an unforgettable memory of Japan.

The two photographs in this article show guests who visited Lake Tanuki on one of our tours. Just look at that incredible backdrop!

Guests beside Lake Tanuki with a dramatic close view of Mount Fuji
A memorable moment beside Lake Tanuki during one of our private tours.

This is the Mount Fuji we hope to share with you.

Can’t see Mount Fuji from the port? Don’t give up just yet!

Weather around Mount Fuji can change quickly. As the wind moves the clouds, the view may look completely different within a short time.

Even if the mountain is hidden when we leave Shimizu Port, the clouds may clear by the time we reach Lake Tanuki, revealing its beautiful silhouette.

Of course, a view of Mount Fuji is never guaranteed. Our experienced guides consider the day’s weather, cloud movement, and local conditions, making flexible decisions to help you enjoy the best views possible.

We want to make the most of every opportunity to see Mount Fuji. That is the care we bring to our tours.

Guests at Lake Tanuki’s Fugaku Terrace with Mount Fuji rising above the lake
Mount Fuji rising above Lake Tanuki, seen from Fugaku Terrace.

Make Mount Fuji a memory to treasure

Mount Fuji is an enduring symbol of Japan. When conditions are right, we believe it deserves more than a distant glimpse.

On a clear day, a magnificent view like the ones in these photographs could be waiting for you.

If your cruise calls at Shimizu Port, explore our Shimizu shore excursions and get in touch with Nagasaki Private Tours.

We want to offer more than a day of sightseeing. We want to create a special experience that leaves you thinking, “I’m so glad I came to Japan!”

We look forward to sharing an unforgettable encounter with Mount Fuji with you.

Nagasaki Private Tours Co., Ltd.
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