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https://www.city.fujiyoshida.yamanashi.jp/page/2018.html Home to Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine, the historic entrance to the Yoshida Trail, which remains to this day the single most traveled ascending route, Fujiyoshida is truly the gateway to Mount Fuji. Nestled at the northern base of this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, ranging in altitude from 650-900 meters, the city and the surrounding Fuji Five Lakes area boasts abundant natural beauty and a daily dose of majestic Mount Fuji. It has served as creative inspiration for artists throughout history as can be evidenced in the notable work of Katsushika Hokusai, an ukiyo-e artist famous for his "36 Views of Mt. Of this series "The Great Wave of Kanagawa" is perhaps the most widely recognized and many contemporary, pop-art adaptations of this piece can be found today. Mount Fuji's volcanic history has left behind a rich geological and geographical legacy, one that continues to be studied by researchers and scholars from around the world today. Local lifestyles and traditions and have also been greatly defined by this same volcanic history. The famous Yoshida Fire Festival, which welcomes spectators from far and wide every year, is an event historically dedicated to the goddess of volcanoes, meant to appease her and keep volcanic eruptions at bay. Fujiyoshida is home to many other attractions both historic and contemporary. From Fuji-Q Highland, a popular destination for amusement park fanatics from around the world, and Kaneyama Onsen, a premier hot spring resort, to endless hiking and outdoor recreation areas, the city and surrounding Fuji Five Lakes area has something to offer for people of all ages and interests.
