Mount Fuji is a well-known symbol of Japan and is often depicted in works of art and photographs, as well as visited by mountain climbers and tourists.
Mount Fuji is thought to have formed about 10,000 years ago. [1] A volcano which is still active despite having a low likelihood eruption, Fuji last erupted in 1707 There are five lakes around Fuji, the Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Yamanaka, Lake Sai, Lake Shoji and Lake Motosu.
Approximately 200,000 people climb Mount Fuji every year, 30% of which are foreigners. The most popular deadlines for the climbers is from July 1 to August 27. The climb can take from 3 to 7 hours while the decline of the mountain at about 2 to 5 hours.