Lake Motosu at Mt Fuji in Photos

The scene designed and printed on the 1,000yen bill

Jessica A Paje Jun 07, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>Taken on June 1, 2014. Clear blue skies present spectacular views you will never forget!</p>

<p>I can stand here all day to gaze at beautiful Mt Fuji.</p>

<p>Crystal clear waters you'll want to dip your toes into the lake immediately!</p>

<p>Lake Motosu is a very popular site for the outdoorsmen. Here you can see the lake full of wind surfers.</p>

<p>Enjoying the sunset at Lake Motosuko late May. Clear skies and an average temperature of 65°F.</p>

<p>Mt Fuji gained UNESCO World Heritage status June 2013.</p>

<p>The lookout point located at the northern tip of Lake Motosu.</p>

<p>What mysterious creature lurks in the waters of Lake Motosu?</p>

Lake Motosu (本栖湖, Motosuko) is the westernmost lake of the Fuji Five Lakes and is located in southern Yamanashi Prefecture near Mt. Fuji, Japan. At 13km in circumference, Lake Motosu is the deepest among the five lakes with a depth of 138 meters and prides itself on the outstanding clarity of its water. Outdoor activities on the lake include wind surfing, paddle boarding, fishing, and canoeing. Lake Motosu is also known for its fantastic campground, Motosuko Camping Ground. From the north shore, you can admire the same sight of Mt. Fuji as it is designed and printed on the 1,000yen bill. A spectacular view you will never forget!

Jessica A Paje @jessica.paje

Originally from San Diego, California, I lived in Yokosuka, Japan, for 5 years. In 2010, I arrived with a new outlook on my future. Mainly, to refocus on family and let my curiosities take us to places we’ve only dreamt of. Along the way, we’d hopefully develop new friendships and simply collect ...