Exploring Japan : Talk and News

Fujisan Station: Gateway to Mount Fuji


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**Fujisan Station is a major railway station in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, serving as a gateway for tourists and climbers heading to Mount Fuji.** Originally opened as Fujiyoshida Station in 1929, it underwent a name change and renovation in 2011, featuring a design that emphasizes natural wood elements. **The station boasts a striking vermillion torii gate at its entrance and offers stunning views of Mount Fuji from its platforms.** The adjacent Q-STA commercial facility provides shopping and dining options, along with an observation deck. **As the starting point for the popular Yoshida climbing route, the station is easily accessible from Shinjuku via the Fuji Excursion limited express train.**

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Exploring Japan : Talk and NewsBy hiromon0722