The Chūreitō Pagoda is a five-storey pagoda on a hillside above Fujiyoshida, part of the Arakurayama Sengen Shrine. It was built in 1963 as a peace memorial. A climb of about 400 steps leads to a viewpoint where the red pagoda, the town and Mount Fuji appear together. In spring cherry blossoms frame the view, making it one of the most famous images of Japan.

Lake Kawaguchi is one of the Fuji Five Lakes at the northern foot of Mount Fuji. It is the most visited of the lakes, with hotels, onsen and museums along its shore. Its northern shore gives famous reflections of Mount Fuji on calm days. Cherry blossoms in spring and red maple leaves in autumn draw many photographers.

Oshino Hakkai is a set of eight spring-fed ponds in the village of Oshino, between Lakes Kawaguchi and Yamanaka. The water is snowmelt from Mount Fuji, filtered through volcanic rock for decades, and is very clear. Thatched-roof houses, a water mill and small shops surround the ponds, with Mount Fuji rising behind.

Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776 metres and an active volcano that last erupted in 1707. Its nearly symmetrical cone has been a sacred place and a subject of art for centuries. The official climbing season runs in July and August, when many people climb overnight to see the sunrise from the summit. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ōwakudani is a volcanic valley in Hakone, created by an eruption of Mount Hakone around 3,000 years ago. Steam and sulphurous gas rise from vents among yellow rocks. Eggs boiled in the hot springs turn black and are said to add seven years to your life. A ropeway passes over the valley, with views of Mount Fuji.

Lake Ashi is a crater lake in Hakone, formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone about 3,000 years ago. Sightseeing boats, some shaped like pirate ships, cross the lake between Hakone-machi and Tōgendai. On clear days Mount Fuji appears over the lake. The red torii of Hakone Shrine stands in the water on its eastern shore.

Hakone Shrine stands in a cedar forest on the shore of Lake Ashi in Hakone. It is said to have been founded in 757 and was worshipped by samurai. Its best known sight is a large red torii gate standing in the water of the lake, a popular place for photos. Stone lanterns and steps lead up through tall trees to the main hall.