Fuji

Mount Fuji

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November 26th 2009
A really early start to the day to get the bus to Mount Fuji!! We were late for our bus but fortunately could get a slightly later one. Took around 2 hours to get there, and when we did arrive the options were too vast so i thought it was wise to ponder over some 'Ramen'!! Huge casserole, and Laura some Yams. Exploration began with the Lake Kawaguchiko in front of Fuji where we could get some ph ... read more

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more