Lake Tanuki
Monastery Scenic Shizuoka lake with views of Mount Fuji
At the foot of Mount Fuji, Lake Tanuki offers reflection views of the mountain, campgrounds, fishing and short walking trails favored by photographers.
How to Get to Lake Tanuki #
From Fujinomiya station take a local bus toward Lake Tanuki (roughly 30-40 minutes). There is roadside parking for those driving from the Fuji Five Lakes area.
Tips for Visiting Lake Tanuki #
- Go early morning for the classic Mount Fuji reflections on calm days.
- Rent a rowboat from the small lakeside boathouse rather than relying on crowded shore viewpoints.
- If visiting from the Fuji Five Lakes area, combine with a stop at the nearby Tanuki no Sato park for quieter trails.
Best Time to Visit Lake Tanuki #
Spring and autumn give the best balance of good visibility and pleasant temperatures; winter yields crisp skies for alpine views.
Weather & Climate near Lake Tanuki #
Lake Tanuki's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1590 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (219 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (221 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
