MOUNT FUJI

June 15, 2016 By Howard Kramer Leave a Comment

Japan (3,776 m) – Tallest Mountain in Japan

Mount Fuji is the iconic symbol of the nation of Japan, and one of the most photographed mountains in the world. Located just outside of Tokyo, this inactive volcano is nearly perfect in its symmetry, and phenomenally scenic. The exact meaning of its name is uncertain, though some believe it equates to “without equal”.

Fuji is considered one of the three sacred mountains of Japan, and because of this it is revered in the Shinto religion. According to tradition, the mountain was first climbed by a monk in the 7th century, and thousands come from around the world every year to follow in his footsteps. Not surprisingly, Fuji and its environs are surrounded by shrines and tourism facilities.

The perpetually snow-capped Mount Fuji is one of the most popular natural tourist sites in Japan. One of the biggest drawbacks is that it is often wreathed in fog and clouds, especially in inclement weather. In addition, some geologists believe that the volcano may be due for another eruption in the near future, so travelers beware.

About Howard Kramer

Howard Kramer is the creator and author of The Complete Pilgrim. He first took an interest in religious sites in his early twenties when traveling through Italy after college. In the two decades since he has traveled to more than two dozen countries and almost every state, visiting and photographing hundreds of the world’s greatest churches, synagogues and other places of religious interest. Howard has been writing about religious sites for the better part of the last decade, and The Complete Pilgrim is a culmination of years of his work and passion.

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Howard Kramer is the creator and author of The Complete Pilgrim. He first took an interest in religious sites in his early twenties when traveling through Italy after college. In the two decades since he has traveled to more than two dozen countries and almost every state, visiting and photographing hundreds of the world’s greatest churches, synagogues and other places of religious interest. Howard has been writing about religious sites for the better part of the last decade, and The Complete Pilgrim is the culmination of years of his work and passion.